…free) on the Internet. Be sure to search for more resources, network with other professionals, and share what you find. By sharing and being connected, we can all become stronger…
Ed Tip: Activities to Reconnect Students Before and After a Break
…format is to create a BINGO board with AOA’s free template. Classroom Displays: Have students create something that represents themselves, and then display these on the wall. You can use…
Establish a Feedback and Progress Monitoring System
…review Group work Discussion posts Comments on posted materials Live Remote Learning Peer chat Group work Discussion posts Digital reactions Digital breakout rooms Technology Self-Paced Remote Learning Self-scoring tests Online…
Ed Tip: Preparing Students for an AI World
…Technological literacy Engage students in using AI Review terms of use. If allowed, consider how students can use AI tools. Model its use with the class. Highlight AI tools currently…
#84 β Authentic Demonstration of Student Knowledge: Helping Students Share Their Stories Authentically to Validate Their Voices
…up with. Dwight Carter, principal of New Albany High School in Ohio Resources The following resources are available on AVID Open Access to explore this topic in more depth: Break…
Stepping into Invention Education
A new transdisciplinary approach to teaching and learning, known as invention education, is gaining popularity in the United States and abroad. Young people are learning ways inventors find and solve…
Tech Integration Can Ignite Science in Your Classroom
…interactive materials that are available to any student with a digital device. Developing and Using Models: Gone are the days when students need large poster boards and expensive materials to…
#16 β More Dos (and Fewer Don’ts) for Teaching Digital Citizenship
…Younger students can share a class space like a Seesaw blog. Review each other’s work and send praise. “This is what you did well” goes a long way toward reinforcing…
Ed Tip: Copyright
…use. Find content in the public domain (like these from Smithsonian). Use content from sources with royalty-free terms (like Pixabay and Unsplash). Follow fair use guidelines. Considerations for Fair Use…
Ed Tip: Canva, a Versatile Multimedia Creation Tool
Overview Canva is a versatile multimedia creation tool that can be accessed free by K–12 educators and students with a verified school email address. This tool combines a variety of…
Design Collaborative, Tech-Empowered Lessons
…delivery mode, be sure to consider the following design elements when creating your lesson. As you review the list, think about how you would make this work in your unique…
Learn More About Whole-Group Rotation in Blended Learning
…stays connected and targeted. For instance, an English class might be learning about a new author. The teacher could introduce some basic details to the class in person and then…
#18 β “R” You Ready for Some R and R?
We are preparing for the holidays and hope that you are looking forward to a winter break, as well! Our next three episodes will be a shorter format, focusing on…
Teach Information and Media Literacy: The Foundation of Democracy
…to know how to wire a new electrical outlet in your garage, search YouTube. More information is freely available online than in all the libraries of the world combined. Information…
#181 β Student Organization: ePortfolios
Student Organization: ePortfolios Review four digital tools and four integration ideas for using ePortfolios in your classroom. Read a transcript of this episode. Paul Beckermann PreK–12 Digital Learning Specialist Podcast…