Cool Cat Teacher

JULY 25, 2022

I've seen many productivity gurus do it — experiment on what works for them. I've learned from their experiments but as I adapt my own routine this is what I've learned — what works for them, might not work for me! Here are some steps to creating your own routine experiments. So, I have to do my own!

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ED Surge

JUNE 2, 2023

In the classroom, AR technology can enhance learning by providing students with interactive and immersive experiences, improving their understanding of complex concepts and enabling them to apply their knowledge in real-world scenarios. It gives kids this safe space to try things without repercussions in the real world.”

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ED Surge

JANUARY 31, 2023

I thought you'd be interested to hear about an experiment I ran about 5 years ago, (not formal research, just a casual experiment for my own interest),” he wrote. He added that research shows that these small breaks for physical movement help students regain focus, and “work on cognitive tasks improved.”

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ED Surge

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

This puts physical classrooms in harm’s way, and also threatens students’ academics and mental health, too. physical threats to schools from weather vary from region to region. Therefore, if schools want to help students do better, my research suggests they should focus on helping kids learn to regulate their anxiety.”

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Cool Cat Teacher

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

Jon Bergmann, author of the Mastery Learning Handbook talks about how he uses mastery learning in his chemistry and physics classrooms. Too much education is received passively, and Jon knows from both research and experience that students learn best when they are active participants. Transcript - Episode 797.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

They’ve changed into online treasure hubs to help kids access education. Their versatile digital format made Ebooks indispensable in improving education’s learning experience. We expect new learning experiences using videos, simulations, and interactive quizzes to make it all more immersive.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 1, 2024

Here are ideas from the Ask a Tech Teacher team: Facing Fourth Grade: Tips for Parents Dealing with Academic and Social Challenges As our kids step into fourth grade, it’s a big deal! Dealing with academic and social challenges in fourth grade can be challenging for parents.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Arguably, our summer experience helped us decide to continue our learning into college, apply for trade school, join the military, or something else. Not only will it provide an income, but also crucial skills and work experience that look great on college applications. Getting a summer job can be a great solution.

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

This is a nexus—kids and climate—where research is becoming more and more robust, yet public awareness and understanding lag far behind. And it can not only mess with their physical development, like respiratory issues, but it also affects brain development. We already had concerns about kids being inside too much, on screens too much.

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 1, 2022

More people were talking about why it is important and how it can help kids develop. Conservative pundits have called SEL a “Trojan horse” for critical race theory, saying it is just another effort to indoctrinate kids with liberal ideology. So I think learning can only take place if content is really relevant and engaging for kids.

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ED Surge

APRIL 1, 2022

Through his current role, his experience teaching middle school science for over a decade and his work teaching future educators as an adjunct professor at East Tennessee State University, Bowen sees this as a glaring need across the educational landscape. “If And then how will that affect their students?” Where do I go to share it?

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Jacobs Physics

MAY 4, 2024

I overheard some parents (from another school) the other day rightly noting how much difficulty their kids are having holding themselves together. What's my reaction to this (unfortunate, I think) feature of 2020s schooling as an AP physics teacher? We do experiments where I join in as a regular lab partner.

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Carly and Adam

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

A solar eclipse is not just an awe-inspiring celestial event; it's a fantastic opportunity for learning and fun, especially for kids. Here are some engaging and educational activities to help kids get the most out of a solar eclipse experience: 10 Solar Eclipse Activities: 1.

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Carly and Adam

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Each center is thoughtfully designed to challenge students with problem-solving tasks, creative projects, and hands-on experiments that are both educational and enjoyable. Patricks Day STEM Activities for Kids 1. Patrick’s Day Creativity Challenges 2. Create Rainbow Pixel Art 3. Sculpt Irish Symbols with Play Dough 5.

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

It’s the physical part of getting kids to class. And so our team is really focused on trying to ensure that our kids have what they need to be successful,” Hubschmitt, of Poway, says. When you’re not sure where you’ll sleep, showing up to class isn’t what you’re worried about. For educators, this makes for a daunting test.

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ED Surge

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Considering what the 24-year-old shares in the video about her experience as a climate activist and former environmental studies student in college, the need for a heads-up becomes apparent. “As So what can adults whose work is closer to the daily experiences of children do to? Do what you can with what you can.”

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ED Surge

JANUARY 4, 2022

Throughout my 20 years in the field of early childhood development, in the classroom and as a kids’ show host, I have observed that a young child in focused, self-guided, open-ended play is like a lucid dreamer. Consider how our subconscious processes the experiences of our daily lives during our dream cycles. She was just with him.

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Teach Hub

APRIL 19, 2024

Here are a few enjoyable ways to help kids master this skill so they will feel confident in their ability to write and draw. Encourage kids to draw shapes, letters, and numbers in the air using their fingers. To further their experience, incorporate lightweight objects the same way they would a pencil.

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ED Surge

AUGUST 31, 2023

And a recent Louisiana Educator Workforce Snapshot revealed that 26 percent of teachers who left their jobs in the 2020-2021 academic year had 21 or more years of experience. But what happens, more specifically, when veteran teachers burn out and decide it’s time to say goodbye, walking out the door with all of their hard-earned experience?

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ED Surge

JANUARY 10, 2023

We often neglect to discuss the real impacts of diverse life experiences and circumstances. And finally, sometimes it makes sense to set our local contexts aside and explore the universality of a particular content area such as math, or physics, or social science. to asking, “What happened to this kid?”

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ED Surge

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Zahava Berman, director of the Ginsburg Solomon Schechter Early Childhood Center in Skokie, Illinois, shared her experiences with these intersecting challenges with EdSurge in an interview, which has been edited for length and clarity. Why would anyone want to work so hard with little kids who've got snot and boogers coming out all the time?

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ED Surge

JULY 6, 2022

In effect, principals absorb the experiences and exasperations of both students and staff, and in many cases, hear complaints and worries directly from parents and members of the community. The squalor some kids were living in, the filth … One teacher described hoarding-like conditions in a home,” she said.

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Cool Cat Teacher

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Additionally, when you add physical exercise to the mix, you’ve got an excellent brain break for your classroom which is much more than just a break. . WORD workouts connect common emotional words, physical movement, and reflection to help students have a brain break and an experience that matters in the classroom. See video.).

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 28, 2022

A nod from a top science magazine to the game many parents wish their kids had never heard of should catch the attention of teachers. Kids would skip dinner to play it if parents allowed. The real reason we read is to learn, experience new adventures, find out what’s over the next horizon. Let me back up a moment.

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STEM Education Shopping

JANUARY 20, 2024

These subjects are crucial for future success in a variety of industries, and introducing them to kids at a young age can spark a lifelong interest. Here are 10 engaging STEM toy ideas for kids that will make learning fun and exciting. Look for kits that cover a variety of topics, such as chemistry, physics, and biology.

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Love Learning STEM

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Whether you teach first grade or 5th grade, students love getting in the February spirit with these Easy Valentine’s science experiments for kids! This post’s science and STEM experiments are perfectly themed for any elementary classroom. You can do this experiment in 2 ways.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 20, 2019

The one corner of K-12 learning that is not so obvious is PE — Physical Education. In that class, we think of physical stuff — not digital — like running and exercising. But kids love technology’s apps and software. Is there a way to use these to encourage physical fitness? iOS, Android. App, website.

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STEM Education Guide

MARCH 11, 2023

Fun, messy science experiments are sure to please kids of all ages. Kids enjoy getting into hands-on activities where they get to touch, play, and explore. When kids have fun with learning, they learn more because they are engaged in the learning process. So why messy STEM experiments?

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Carly and Adam

MARCH 6, 2024

10 Summer Olympics STEM Challenges for Kids 1. Meanwhile, students in grades 3-5 can tackle more complex tasks, such as challenges 6-10 which do a deeper dive into the physics and engineering behind sports, encouraging deeper analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. Use the Force of Magnetism to Help a Surfer Ride the Waves 2.

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The Maker Mom

MARCH 5, 2024

Many of these acclaimed institutions and universities open their doors for kids to get real-life experience during camp sessions. Kids have the chance to dive into their favorite subjects and experiment with new ones. Kids have the chance to dive into their favorite subjects and experiment with new ones.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 27, 2020

The teacher is as critical or more in an online classroom as they are in the physical class. The old style of online class that was impersonally delivered has been replaced by an active teacher fully involved in the online experience. Online learning is different that the physical classroom. Online or via Google Voice.

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

And that was a wakeup call for some districts … just to have a very visceral experience of the impact of the purchasing decisions.” That’s been the experience of Bill Bass, a former English teacher who now serves as an innovation coordinator at a school district in St. He points to two reasons for the disconnect. Louis, Missouri.

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 24, 2022

What experiences are we giving students that they're going to remember? - This Brookings Institute report and these LEGO Foundation research projects , along with teacher experiences, tell us that play—specifically purposeful play—has a staggering list of benefits in the classroom. They're also coding, measuring and problem-solving.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

Online learning has become not only a common alternative to physical classes, but a well-regarded change maker in the education ecosystem. The popular kid gets no more recognition than the wallflower. The gregarious students no longer take over the class and the quiet ones are not ignored in their silence. Provide Flexible Due Dates.

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Cool Cat Teacher

AUGUST 6, 2023

We're experimenting with full video including human-edited captions and a live recording with our guests posted to our YouTube channel. Pat Yongpradit, in his role with Code.org is also working with the TeachAI initiative. EVERFI - Free Digital Lessons for All Ages Want to prepare your students for career and life success but short on time?

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Carly and Adam

MARCH 4, 2024

Engage them in a hands-on learning experience with STEM! For students in kindergarten through second grade, the Olympics can serve as a captivating backdrop for hands-on, minds-on learning experiences that not only teach fundamental STEM concepts but also promote physical activity, teamwork, and global awareness.

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The Science Penguin

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Here’s how I use flavored water, as well as 7 other real-world examples, to teach the conservation of matter in physical and chemical changes in my classroom. NGSS 5-PS1-2 has students measuring and graphing data to prove that mass does not change in physical and chemical reactions. Melting Chocolate Another simple experiment!

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