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See how blended learning—a combination of online activities and face-to-face teaching—helps teachers differentiate instruction and spend more time with students.

May 24, 2022

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Education Buzzwords Defined: What Is Blended Learning?

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Teachers and administrators from pre-K through 12th grade named these tools their top picks for this year and beyond.

If there was ever a year for teachers to beg, borrow, and steal good ideas, this is it. All good teachers know this is how we get better, and this is a curated list of tech tools that I have begged and borrowed from others-and I didn't have to steal any of these as there has never been a year when teachers were more generous.

Based on my own teaching of college students as well as the responses of 1,461 virtual learning academy participants-pre-K to 12 teachers and administrators-to survey questions on impactful tools that I conducted from May to December 2020, and over 70 webinars and virtual learning sessions I've conducted in that time, these are the top teacher-tested tech tools I have identified. My learning has happened with my own students and through my own mistakes, and I received great ideas from educators across the U.S. and around the world.

I will continue to use these tools and recommend their use regardless of student level or how we deliver education moving forward.

Top Tech Tools for Educators

10. Parlay: For those of us who like to discuss rich texts with students, Parlay lets us connect with students remotely, facilitate discussion, and track how the dialogue builds. As students respond, Parlay shows who is contributing and where the conversation is moving as the software visually tracks student responses in a discussion web. Teachers can use built-in tools to assess the frequency of students' answers in real time even when students are not in the same room. Teachers can then spend their time on deeper level assessment of the depth of student responses, which can also be recorded.

9. Flip: One of the most popular tech tools in schools, Flip won praise from teachers across the country because of the flexibility it gives students to submit digital projects and how it effectively supports peer and teacher feedback.

8. Edpuzzle: I've used Edpuzzle for a while, but it became much more vital as more of my content shifted online. Teachers use Edpuzzle to make video clips interactive by requiring student responses, which are easy to collect and assess.

7. Pear Deck: Pear Deck does to Google Slides what Edpuzzle does to videos. Slides become interactive, and teachers are able to collect feedback immediately.

6. Prezi: I've used the virtual presentation software Prezi for years, and I appreciate a recent update that allows me to be on the same screen with the graphics, creating a more engaging presentation. Prezi offers teachers another tool to capture short lectures, explanations, or other content in a more visually appealing and personal way than as a disembodied voice or thumbnail in the bottom corner of a screen.

5. Screencastify: Every student can be Sal Khan working out problems with explanations. This tool was first recommended to me by a teacher in Kenya, who explained how Screencastify transformed her math assessments by allowing students to show what they're thinking from wherever they happen to be working. Screencastify is also valuable for reducing cheating as teachers can observe students working and explaining problems instead of just recording answers.

This has been a lifesaver for virtual collaboration. Mural allows teachers, students, and other contributors to write on virtual sticky notes and then organize and reorganize them in real time. The best in-person meetings are always the ones where the collective expertise of the room can be captured visually, and if we can't be in the same room with students-or colleagues-Mural is the next best thing. Even better, there's no need to go back and summarize or clean up evidence from the meeting. The Mural is the artifact. Many teachers are now using Jamboard in a similar way.

Created by a high school student who thought he could improve upon Kahoot!, Gimkit allows teachers to create question sets that students can answer over and over again while competing against each other, which is great for surface learning and review. Because Gimkit allows for repetition of answers and has a variety of ways for students to earn points, students remain engaged as they work at their own pace.

2. Mentimeter and Slido: These are both excellent for collecting feedback from groups, so I've ranked them together. I use these almost weekly for professional learning and in my classes. Slido allows participants to ask questions and then upvote others. There are many similar tools, but Slido is easy and free. Mentimeter allows students and teachers to collect real-time data on questions they have, in the form of word clouds, rankings, and various scales. These are great discussion starters that allow everyone to contribute to the collective wisdom of the group.

1. Learning management system: A good LMS is key to reducing stress for teachers, students, and parents. A list like this one would be counterproductive if it left your educational delivery fragmented among disparate tools, and a good LMS helps you organize everything into a one-stop shop.

I personally love Canvas and Schoology, but I know many teachers have worked miracles with Google Classroom, which is "free." I use those quotes for a reason: Google Classroom is only truly free if it is not requiring significantly more human capital in the form of time and energy than a fee-for-service platform like Canvas or Schoology. The most significant asset for managing learning in the chaos of this school year has been staying organized, and Canvas has been a lifesaver for me.

I have taught virtually, led professional learning across many time zones, delivered content asynchronously, and taught students in masks with others Zooming in due to quarantine, Covid, or personal preference. For me, nothing will ever replace in-person teaching and learning, but like many other teachers and administrators, I now know how to effectively facilitate learning in a previously unimaginable set of circumstances. This school year's desperation has driven us to explore a wide range of tools, and we can be better because of the firehose learning we have done this year. We just need a few tools to create some space for us to breathe.

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Teachers and administrators from pre-K through 12th grade named these tools their top picks for this year and beyond.

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Middle and high school students love interacting with social media, but how can they know if what they're seeing and sharing is accurate?

High school students are one with their smartphones, their nimble thumbs tapping their thoughts and desires for posting on social media accounts. As they access platforms like Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest, Twitter, and Facebook, students read, view, and listen to up-to-the-minute content, responding quickly with words, images, or videos while sharing to their own accounts. With the rapid-fire pace of social media proliferation, many account keepers respond or share without confirming a post's source or accuracy. Therefore, Stony Brook University School of Journalism recognizes that " the conflict between speed and accuracy [of information] has escalated."

Students need to learn the skills of news and media literacy, and specifically social media literacy, so they can figure out what's real, what's exaggerated, and what's just made up. Then these information consumers can reflect on what they experience in digital social media realms and decide whether to comment on, share, or ignore inaccurate or extreme information.

Impact of Social Media Content on Students' Health

Digital tools play an active role in high school experiences, advancing academic and social growth. Students access social applications to chat with friends, share photos and videos, monitor school-related news, and do a host of other things. Duke University School of Medicine identifies media literacy as a health issue because young adults often make health-related decisions based on internet or social media applications, and the medical soundness of information can be questionable. And when students search digital posts about various physical conditions, the posts can negatively impact their behavioral health with undue anxiety and stress.

Social media literacy skills show teenage and younger students how to sensibly review data on social media sites rather than indiscriminately ingesting and propelling what they find out into the universe. They develop abilities to consider social posts to determine their value, veracity, and vitality; after all, trending topics are not always true. Steps to review social media are similar to those for reviewing websites.

Students can focus on two fields as they learn how to review social media posts before reacting to or sharing them-the person who's posting and the message they're posting.

Have Students Evaluate the Person or Group Posting the Information

Who authored or shared the social media message? Are they a reputable source? If you aren't familiar with an account, review the profile for credible information. Look for inconsistencies that might make the account seem suspect, such as spelling variations on the name.

Who is Rep. Jack Kimble, and what is he posting? Truth or Fiction discusses this example of a fake person and false account on Twitter.

TikTok is wildly popular, and there are numerous ways to create false identities and information. Here are eight common TikTok scams.

When was the social media account created? If the account is relatively new and has few followers or followers who lack profile photos, the account might be fake. Scammers often use stock images and other recycled memes and pictures rather than original photos and responses.

The Federal Trade Commission's " Fake Followers " post shows the lengths that businesses will go to for strong social media followings. Ask these questions: What other affiliations does this person/account have, and whose ideas are they sharing, and why? Might this account be disseminating false information or promoting a one-sided agenda?

Here are some images of I nstagram's false information notices, examples of how Instagram identifies false information and fact-checked posts. Is this person in the location they're tweeting/posting about, sharing firsthand information, or are they resharing from others? What expertise does the poster have on the topic?

Teaching students how to review websites for accuracy has many similarities to reviewing social media. Taking the time to reflect on the person or group who authored or shared a social media post can provide background information about a message's authenticity, accuracy, and aim. If students aren't confident in the messenger, they should review the message.

Have Students Closely Read the Message

What values and perspectives do the messages convey? Are these ideas polarizing, one-sided, or extreme? Fake social media accounts often are created to promote political or social points of view. Could there be a deeper message that the author is trying to convey?

Politifact shares more information about social media posts regarding virus virulence.

Does the message make sense, and can it stand on its own? Are there incomplete facts, or is there missing information? Could the person posting have manipulated ideas or images to promote this material? Check the message's accuracy. This Twitter picture of a shark on a freeway is an example of an impossible image that went viral.

Look at the purpose of the posting to see if it's meant to shock or persuade. Is it possible to interpret this information another way? Might the same message be shared with a different spin? This article about fake health news on social media is a summary of viral stories about inaccurate health information.

Can you validate this information from other sources? Even breaking news should be verified, which the Department of Homeland Security recommends for its own personnel who influence social media.

Whether we approve of social media or prefer in-person socializing, high school and younger students continue to like, share, and repost daily. So it's important that young adults learn to process digital social information before doing anything else with it. A 2016 study by the Stanford University History Education Group found that 80 percent of the middle school students surveyed thought "sponsored content" such as ads on Facebook was online news.

With instruction in the skills of media literacy, including social media, here's hoping the next survey shows a marked improvement.

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Helping Students Find the Truth in Social Media

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Middle and high school students love interacting with social media, but how can they know if what they're seeing and sharing is accurate?

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The advancements in our technological age are disrupting our educational sphere at an impressive rate. The significance of technology presents a huge amount of benefits to education, beginning with the instant gratification of finding information, and, similarly, the instant feedback after completing learning content through a leading Learning Management System (LMS) like EdApp. Before we get ahead of ourselves, let's breakdown technology and its place in education to drive better learning results.

Technology in education

We've seen our society advance at unprecedented rates in the technological space. Just looking back on recent years with the introduction of internet access, mobile phones, then the boom of smartphones, it's not surprising that the use of technology for training and education purposes has also been introduced (and on the rise).

To adapt to our modern digital habits, it only makes sense that we incorporate technology in education. Beyond adaptation, however, we actually know that, when used properly, technology in training and education can actually result in better learning.

Benefits of technology in education

If technology and education had an offspring, microlearning would be it. Microlearning is the fusion of technology and education for optimal transformative learning success.

The way it works is by breaking information up into small, bite-sized chunks to be released in short bursts. This boosts knowledge absorption and retention in learners, allowing them to collate a greater volume of information in a shorter amount of time. The technological benefit lies in the convenience of the learning strategy, whereby users can progress through training modules whenever and wherever it suits them. The accessibility of training on their own device increases the productivity of learners, better preparing them for the successful execution of skills and processes relevant to their role.

Gamification is an essential element usually incorporated in good microlearning LMS. It is the inclusion of gaming elements in serious content lessons, such as the incorporation of leader boards, point scores and real prizing.

The proven success of microlearning explains its widespread usage and rapid development into an increasingly bigger and better teaching strategy. Take our word for it, now is the time to jump on the microlearning bandwagon!
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How important is technology in education today?

The importance of technology in modern education is clear. It doesn't make sense to continue dated training methods, rather than adapting to the world around us. In fact, a recent study found that over 70% of instructors use technology in the classroom every day, compared to the year 2016 where 55% reported daily use. With the introduction of smart, relevant, technologies, this means that education is not only adapting to our modern world but also has the opportunity to drive better results than ever before through proven methods.

What are the most effective ways to use technology in the classroom?

With so many interactive and effective ways to implement technology in the classroom, it's just a matter of creating a teaching plan to help educate your students with the best tools out there.

1. Homework on mobile
EdApp's completely free microlearning platform is a perfect option to effectively manage homework assignments from their smartphones. We already know how much time we spend on our Students can easily download the intuitive app (available both for Apple and Android) to use in the classroom or at home. If you have a lesson you would like your students to complete, EdApp offers analytics and reporting to illustrate who has completed their work and who hasn't, along with detailed progress tracking.

Introducing imagery and video TED talks, and even relevant full-length movies can enrich your students' understanding of the material. This is especially relevant for visual and auditory learners. To help carry this out, EdApp hosts a collection of built-in features within a 2. Imagery and video
powerful authoring tool. Meaning, incorporating audio recordings, custom graphics, and videos has never been easier. Copy and paste relevant video content into EdApp's intuitive authoring tool, using anything from YouTube to Vimeo clips to help reinforce learning concepts in the classroom.

3. Gamification
The EdApp platform includes a library of over 80 templates for you to choose from. The gamification templates make it incredibly easy to make learning feel like playing a game. Not only is this type of learning effective but it's also fun for your learners. Since EdApp's templates are designed to suit a diverse set of learning methodologies, there is something to cater to all of your learners in the classroom.

Gamification templates include:

Find-a-word game template. Reinforce keywords from a lesson and ask your learners to recall these words and find them in a grid.

The elevator game. This game challenges learners to select the matching attribute for an image. It requires interactivity by tapping the image at the correct time.

Image/word match game template. Your students have the opportunity to select the correct word related to the image. Speed and accuracy score the most points in this template.

Jeopardy. Like the popular game show, learners can select from a grid of varying categories and difficulties. This entertaining game is easily configurable and highly engaging.

Letter Jumble. This speed and accuracy game gives students a short amount of time to drag the missing letters of the keywords in your lesson.

Memory. Find the matching tiles in this memory game by tapping on each tile and selecting two in a row when there's a matching pair. This is an engaging way to reinforce images with labels.

Next in order. This game tests learners' conceptualisation of a process flow. Test their knowledge to remember the correct order, all while racing against the clock.

True or false. Give your students an interactive game where they can swipe right or left in a rapid-fire game to determine whether a statement is correct or incorrect.

How technology is integrated in the classroom?

As we continue to welcome digital elements into every aspect of our lives, learning is no exception. To reap its benefits, however, technology needs to be integrated in a

here are a number of ways in which technology can be integrated in the classroom, especially as we continue to progress into a more digital world in just about every aspect. Depending on the classroom, technology can be integrated to suit various types of learning styles for effective and interactive education.

Technology integration can range from introducing an LMS (ones with gamification capabilities are particularly valuable) to virtual field trips, coordinating a live video to interact with a guest speaker or incorporating relevant podcasts, for example. If the use of technology in the classroom is done the right way, it can boost students' interest, understanding, and ultimately produce better learning results.
Work with the technology you have:

Students take turns on a computer or mobile phone.

Learners watch on computers in the computer room.

Students watch on their mobile phones.

You hook up a computer to the classroom beamer.

How does technology affect students in the classroom?

Like most things, technology has its positives and negatives. Studies show that student performance levels increase. In addition, they are more engaged and retain more of the material presented. Thirdly, they have a more positive overall attitude. However, there are potential dow nsides as well.

Ensuring a balance of technology in the classroom is key, to give students a well-rounded learning experience. The same can be said for professional working environments and digital training. EdApp is a perfect fit for a blended learning solution, meaning that mobile-first microlearning can be easily accompanied with a variation of other training methods like face-to-face.

Is technology good for school?

Nothing has disrupted the classroom recently as much as technology, with proponents both strongly for and against. On the one hand, technology encourages full participation, even from shy students who wouldn't normally feel comfortable participating. And it can make learning fun and engaging, therefore becoming more effective in the process according to the cognitive learning theory.

How does technology help students learn?

The main usefulness of technology is that it enables educators to more consistently offer learning geared to a wider variety of intelligences (Gardner) and learning styles. As a result, learners are more engaged and motivated in their learning.

Used effectively, technology can improve learning outcomes such as higher grades and more material/skills retained. Yet, there is reliable data to suggest that ineffective use of classroom technology can do more harm than good. Thus, educators need to monitor their stude nts' progress closely, so as to achieve the best balance for each group.

Benefits of technology in schools

icte Solutions Australia explored the importance of teachers teaching with technology, presenting a video from DepEd Philippines. The video associates DepEd with the pivotal support of delivering teaching to students based on 21st-century skills.

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The advancements in our technological age are disrupting our educational sphere at an impressive rate. The significance of technology presents a huge amount of benefits to education, beginning with the instant gratification of finding information, and, similarly, the instant feedback after completing learning content through a leading Learning Management System (LMS) like EdApp.

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Many of today's high-demand jobs were created in the last decade, according to the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE). As advances in technology drive globalization and digital transformation, teachers can help students acquire the necessary skills to succeed in the careers of the future.

How important is technology in education? The COVID-19 pandemic is quickly demonstrating why online education should be a vital part of teaching and learning. By integrating technology into existing curricula, as opposed to using it solely as a crisis-management tool, teachers can harness online learning as a powerful educational tool.

The effective use of digital learning tools in classrooms can increase student engagement, help teachers improve their lesson plans, and facilitate personalized learning. It also helps students build essential 21st-century skills.

Virtual classrooms, video, augmented reality (AR), robots, and other technology tools can not only make class more lively, they can also create more inclusive learning environments that foster collaboration and inquisitiveness and enable teachers to collect data on student performance.

Still, it's important to note that technology is a tool used in education and not an end in itself. The promise of educational technology lies in what educators do with it and how it is used to best support their students' needs.

Educational Technology Challenges

BuiltIn reports that 92 percent of teachers understand the impact of technology in education. According to Project Tomorrow, 59 percent of middle school students say digital educational tools have helped them with their grades and test scores. These tools have become so popular that the educational technology market is projected to expand to $342 billion by 2025, according to the World Economic Forum.

However, educational technology has its challenges, particularly when it comes to implementation and use. For example, despite growing interest in the use of AR, artificial intelligence, and other emerging technology, less than 10 percent of schools report having these tools in their classrooms, according to Project Tomorrow. Additional concerns include excessive screen time, the effectiveness of teachers using the technology, and worries about technology equity.

Prominently rising from the COVID-19 crisis is the issue of content. Educators need to be able to develop and weigh in on online educational content, especially to encourage students to consider a topic from different perspectives. The urgent actions taken during this crisis did not provide sufficient time for this. Access is an added concern - for example, not every school district has resources to provide students with a laptop, and internet connectivity can be unreliable in homes.

Additionally, while some students thrive in online education settings, others lag for various factors, including support resources. For example, a student who already struggled in face-to-face environments may struggle even more in the current situation. These students may have relied on resources that they no longer have in their homes.

Still, most students typically demonstrate confidence in using online education when they have the resources, as studies have suggested. However, online education may pose challenges for teachers, especially in places where it has not been the norm.

Despite the challenges and concerns, it's important to note the benefits of technology in education, including increased collaboration and communication, improved quality of education, and engaging lessons that help spark imagination and a search for knowledge in students.

The Benefits of Technology in Education

Teachers want to improve student performance, and technology can help them accomplish this aim. To mitigate the challenges, administrators should help teachers gain the competencies needed to enhance learning for students through technology. Additionally, technology in the classroom should make teachers' jobs easier without adding extra time to their day.

Technology provides students with easy-to-access information, accelerated learning, and fun opportunities to practice what they learn. It enables students to explore new subjects and deepen their understanding of difficult concepts, particularly in STEM. Through the use of technology inside and outside the classroom, students can gain 21st-century technical skills necessary for future occupations.

Still, children learn more effectively with direction. The World Economic Forum reports that while technology can help young students learn and acquire knowledge through play, for example, evidence suggests that learning is more effective through guidance from an adult, such as a teacher.

Leaders and administrators should take stock of where their faculty are in terms of their understanding of online spaces. From lessons learned during this disruptive time, they can implement solutions now for the future. For example, administrators could give teachers a week or two to think carefully about how to teach courses not previously online. In addition to an exploration of solutions, flexibility during these trying times is of paramount importance.

Below are examples of how important technology is in education and the benefits it offers to students and teachers.

Increased Collaboration and Communication

Educational technology can foster collaboration. Not only can teachers engage with students during lessons, but students can also communicate with each other. Through online lessons and learning games, students get to work together to solve problems. In collaborative activities, students can share their thoughts and ideas and support each other. At the same time, technology enables one-on-one interaction with teachers. Students can ask classroom-related questions and seek additional help on difficult-to-understand subject matter. At home, students can upload their homework, and teachers can access and view completed assignments using their laptops.

Personalized Learning Opportunities

Technology allows 24/7 access to educational resources. Classes can take place entirely online via the use of a laptop or mobile device. Hybrid versions of learning combine the use of technology from anywhere with regular in-person classroom sessions. In both scenarios, the use of technology to tailor learning plans for each student is possible. Teachers can create lessons based on student interests and strengths. An added benefit is that students can learn at their own pace. When they need to review class material to get a better understanding of essential concepts, students can review videos in the lesson plan. The data generated through these online activities enable teachers to see which students struggled with certain subjects and offer additional assistance and support.

Curiosity Driven by Engaging Content

Through engaging and educational content, teachers can spark inquisitiveness in children and boost their curiosity, which research says has ties to academic success. Curiosity helps students get a better understanding of math and reading concepts. Creating engaging content can involve the use of AR, videos, or podcasts. For example, when submitting assignments, students can include videos or interact with students from across the globe.

Improved Teacher Productivity and Efficiency

Teachers can leverage technology to achieve new levels of productivity, implement useful digital tools to expand learning opportunities for students, and increase student support and engagement. It also enables teachers to improve their instruction methods and personalize learning. Schools can benefit from technology by reducing the costs of physical instructional materials, enhancing educational program efficiency, and making the best use of teacher time.

Become a Leader in Enriching Classrooms through Technology

Educators unfamiliar with some of the technology used in education may not have been exposed to the tools as they prepared for their careers or as part of their professional development. Teachers looking to make the transition and acquire the skills to incorporate technology in education can take advantage of learning opportunities to advance their competencies. For individuals looking to help transform the education system through technology, American University's School of Education Online offers a Master of Arts in Teaching and a Master of Arts in Education Policy and Leadership to prepare educators with essential tools to become leaders. Courses such as Education Program and Policy Implementation and Teaching Science in Elementary School equip graduate students with critical competencies to incorporate technology into educational settings effectively.

Learn more about American University's School of Education Online and its master's degree programs.

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February 16, 2022

Episode 77: Google Keep for Teachers: How to Use Google Keep for Simple Task Management

In today's solo show, I share ideas for using Google Keep as a teacher and for simple task management. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2022/02/09/google-keep-for-teachers-how-to-use-google-keep-for-simple-task-management/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

17:02

February 09, 2022

Episode 76: Incorporating Technology into Project-Based Learning

In today's solo show, I'm sharing tips for incorporating technology into project-based learning. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2022/02/02/incorporating-technology-into-project-based-learning/ Blog Post about PBL: https://edtech-class.com/2021/07/08/all-about-gold-standard-pbl-a-teachers-guide-to-the-pblworks-project-based-learning-framework/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

11:16

February 02, 2022

Episode 75: Using Google Arts & Culture in the Classroom

In today's episode, I share ideas for using Google Arts & Culture in the classroom. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2022/01/26/using-google-arts-culture-in-the-classroom/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

12:16

January 26, 2022

Episode 74: Top Coding Books for Elementary Students: Computer Science Picture Books

In today's episode, I'm sharing my top coding books for elementary students. These computer science picture books help teach fundamental coding and programming concepts. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2022/01/19/top-coding-books-for-elementary-students-computer-science-picture-books/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

16:03

January 19, 2022

Episode 73: Ada Twist, Scientist STEM Activities: The Questioneers STEAM Challenges

For our first episode of 2022, I’m sharing some fun STEM activities and challenges based on the Ada Twist, Scientist book series. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2022/01/05/ada-twist-scientist-stem-activities-the-questioneers-steam-challenges/ Ada Twist, Scientist: https://amzn.to/3FxzeHs Iggy Peck, Architect: https://amzn.to/3kWa3qe Rosie Revere, Engineer: https://amzn.to/3x7DhHk Sofia Valdez, Future Prez: https://amzn.to/3x9ct9C Aaron Slater, Illustrator: https://amzn.to/3nz5V15 (Aff links) EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

09:50

January 12, 2022

Episode 72: EdTech Classroom’s Year in Review: Top 5 EdTech Tools of 2021

The time has come! We’re wrapping up 2021 with my top 5 edtech tools of the year. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/12/29/edtech-classrooms-year-in-review-top-5-edtech-tools-of-2021/ Last year’s episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-27-edtech-classrooms-year-in-review-top-5-edtech/id1516561465?i=1000503893420 EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

11:07

December 29, 2021

Episode 71: How to Use Google Sheets as a Teacher or Educator

Learn how to use Google Sheets as a teacher or educator. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/12/22/how-to-use-google-sheets-as-a-teacher-or-educator/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

10:02

December 22, 2021

Episode 70: Winter Google Slides Ideas and Templates

Happy Holidays! Listen to today's episode for some new ideas for using Google Slides in your classroom. Check out my templates in the episode webpage: https://edtech-class.com/2021/12/15/winter-google-slides-templates-for-teachers/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

24:12

December 15, 2021

Episode 69: Design Thinking in the 5th Grade Classroom

This is the last episode in our Design Thinking mini-series. Today's episode is all about Design Thinking in 5th grade. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/12/08/design-thinking-in-the-5th-grade-classroom/ Design Thinking in 4th Grade: https://edtech-class.com/2021/12/01/design-thinking-in-the-4th-grade-classroom/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

21:52

December 08, 2021

Episode 68: Design Thinking in the 4th Grade Classroom

In the fifth episode of our Design Thinking mini-series, I'm sharing ideas for implementing this approach in your 4th grade classroom. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/12/01/design-thinking-in-the-4th-grade-classroom/ Combining Systems Thinking and Design Thinking: https://edtech-class.com/2021/09/22/combining-systems-thinking-and-design-thinking-in-the-classroom/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

22:16

December 01, 2021

Episode 67: Design Thinking in the 3rd Grade Classroom

In this week's solo show, we continue our Design Thinking mini-series by looking at strategies for implementing this approach in your Third Grade classroom. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/11/17/design-thinking-in-the-3rd-grade-classroom/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/  Instagram: @edtechclass  Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

23:18

November 24, 2021

Episode 66: Design Thinking in the 2nd Grade Classroom

In this week's solo show, we continue our Design Thinking mini-series by looking at strategies for implementing this approach in your Second Grade classroom. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/11/10/design-thinking-in-the-2nd-grade-classroom/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

22:50

November 17, 2021

Episode 65: Design Thinking in the 1st Grade Classroom

New mini-series on Design Thinking at different grade levels. This is #2! Learn how to implement Design Thinking in the 1st grade classroom. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/11/03/design-thinking-in-the-1st-grade-classroom/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

16:06

November 10, 2021

Episode 64: Design Thinking in the Kindergarten Classroom

New mini-series! Design Thinking at different grade levels! Learn how to implement Design Thinking in the Kindergarten classroom. Press play.  Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/10/29/design-thinking-in-the-kindergarten-classroom/ Another Design Thinking Episode You Might Like: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-48-design-thinking-in-the-elementary-school/id1516561465?i=1000525717430 EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

18:09

November 03, 2021

BONUS Dyslexia Awareness Month: If Technology is to be Revolutionary, We Need Everyone at the Table with Jeannette Washington, M.Ed.

October is Dyslexia Awareness Month, so I am re-sharing Episode 29: If Technology is to be Revolutionary, We Need Everyone at the Table with Jeannette Washington, M.Ed. In this episode, I chat with Jeannette Washington, M.Ed., whose work focuses on the intersection of dyslexia advocacy, technology, and social justice. Jeannette has worked as a speech and language pathologist, a software engineer, and an educator. She has nearly a decade of experience working with students that exhibit special abilities. Our conversation specifically centers around digital accessibility and strategies for supporting all learners with technology. Press play. Episode Webpage: https://edtech-class.com/2021/10/13/digital-accessibility-and-dyslexia-advocacy-featuring-jeannette-washington-m-ed/ Episode Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/02/04/if-technology-is-to-be-revolutionary-we-need-everyone-at-the-table-with-jeannette-washington-m-ed/ Resources Mentioned:  Accessibility Audit: https://ace.accessibe.com/ Outschool: https://outschool.com/ Jeannette Washington, M.Ed: Website: https://www.bearlyarticulating.com/ Instagram: @bearly_articulating Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bearlyarticulating/ Twitter: @bearlyartic Technical Difficulties Book: https://amzn.to/3aw2gtp EdTech Classroom: Website: https://www.edtech-class.com Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

34:53

October 13, 2021

Episode 62: Using Systems Thinking to Tackle the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

In today's solo show, I share ideas for how you can teach the Sustainable Development Goals through a Systems Thinking lens. Press play. Episode Webpage: https://edtech-class.com/2021/09/29/using-systems-thinking-to-tackle-the-sustainable-development-goals-sdgs/ Systems Thinking Episodes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-60-systems-thinking-in-the-classroom/id1516561465?i=1000536258475 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-61-combining-systems-thinking-and-design/id1516561465?i=1000537092717 Tumble Science Podcast Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-voyage-of-the-ocean-trash-with-jenni-brandon/id984771479?i=1000371740123 EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

23:11

October 06, 2021

Episode 61: Combining Systems Thinking and Design Thinking in the Classroom

In today's solo show, I discuss strategies for combining the Systems Thinking and Design Thinking approaches to teaching and learning in the classroom. Systems Thinking helps students identify problems. Design Thinking helps students solve those problems. Press play.  Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/09/22/combining-systems-thinking-and-design-thinking-in-the-classroom/ Systems Thinking Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-60-systems-thinking-in-the-classroom/id1516561465?i=1000536258475 Design Thinking Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-48-design-thinking-in-the-elementary-school/id1516561465?i=1000525717430 EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

10:41

September 30, 2021

Episode 60: Systems Thinking in the Classroom

In today's solo show, I talk about Systems Thinking and how I implement this approach to teaching and learning in my elementary classroom. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/09/15/systems-thinking-in-the-elementary-classroom/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

17:19

September 22, 2021

Episode 59: EdTech Tools for Design Thinking

In today's solo show, I share my 5 favorite edtech tools for design thinking in the classroom. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/09/08/edtech-tools-for-design-thinking/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

10:00

September 15, 2021

Episode 58: Teaching Empathy Through Design Thinking in the Classroom

In today's solo show, I'm sharing ideas for teaching empathy through the design thinking process. Press play. Episode Webpage and Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/09/01/teaching-empathy-through-design-thinking-in-the-elementary-classroom/ Design Thinking Blog Posts: Design Thinking in the Elementary Classroom: https://edtech-class.com/2021/06/16/design-thinking-in-the-elementary-school-classroom/ Design Thinking Projects for Elementary Classrooms and Back to School: https://edtech-class.com/2021/08/26/design-thinking-project-ideas-for-elementary-classrooms-and-back-to-school/ Design Thinking Podcast Episodes: Episode 48: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-48-design-thinking-in-the-elementary-school/id1516561465?i=1000525717430 Episode 57: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-57-design-thinking-project-ideas-for-back-to-school/id1516561465?i=1000533185507 EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

15:11

September 02, 2021

Episode 57: Design Thinking Project Ideas for Back to School

So many of you seemed to love my podcast episode about Design Thinking, so I'm sharing another project idea in today's episode! In today's solo show, I share an in-depth project example for how to incorporate design thinking to build classroom community for back to school. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/08/26/design-thinking-project-ideas-for-elementary-classrooms-and-back-to-school/ Previous Design Thinking Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-48-design-thinking-in-the-elementary-school/id1516561465?i=1000525717430 EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

20:39

August 26, 2021

Episode 56: Back-to-School with EdTech: Tips and Tricks from Brittany Gaffney, Instructional Technology Specialist

In today's episode, I interview Brittany Gaffney, an Instructional Technology Specialist in New York who works with and supports over 50 districts. Brittany shares ideas for incorporating edtech into your back-to-school plans, as well as her own experiences as both an edtech coach and former classroom teacher. Press play.  Episode Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/08/18/episode-56-back-to-school-with-edtech-tips-and-tricks-from-brittany-gaffney-instructional-technology-specialist/ Brittany’s Resources: Instagram: @cnyedtech_gaffney Nearpod: https://nearpod.com/ Screencastify: https://www.screencastify.com/ Cult of Pedagogy: https://www.cultofpedagogy.com/ Edutopia: https://www.edutopia.org/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

32:22

August 18, 2021

Episode 55: Starting the School Year with Responsive Classroom: 5 Back-to-School Books for Teachers and Educators

In today's solo show, I share a Responsive Classroom Book List for teachers and educators. These books are my favorite back-to-school resources. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/08/08/starting-the-school-year-with-responsive-classroom-5-back-to-school-books-for-teachers-and-educators/ The First Six Weeks of School: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1892989816/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1892989816&linkCode=as2&tag=edtechclass05-20&linkId=b8f91223959daed01de68faa1c73cbdf The Joyful Classroom: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1892989832/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1892989832&linkCode=as2&tag=edtechclass05-20&linkId=4c8650ac58245e4c498c94c7de863bd1 Yardsticks: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1892989891/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1892989891&linkCode=as2&tag=edtechclass05-20&linkId=a1bce8eebde6132bbc21acb85a8e61d1 The Morning Meeting Book: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1892989603/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1892989603&linkCode=as2&tag=edtechclass05-20&linkId=bdac8d11902cb4ca8db3957c8a73a909 Responsive Classroom for Music, Art, PE, and Other Special Areas: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1892989840/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1892989840&linkCode=as2&tag=edtechclass05-20&linkId=dad6de4a69135cb8af0f2b716cf778fe EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

11:09

August 13, 2021

Episode 54: Hands-On Science Learning with Ahmed Muhammad, Oakland Tech Valedictorian and Founder of Kits Cubed

A high schooler did WHAT?! As teachers, we know how incredible and talented our students are, and Ahmed Muhammad is exactly that: an incredible and talented recent high school grad who is already making a difference in the world. Chances are, you’ve already heard of Ahmed. He has gone viral online several times now for his accomplishments. Ahmed graduated from Oakland Technical High School, where he was the first African American male valedictorian in school history. He got accepted to every college he applied to, and he’s also founder of Kits Cubed, a nonprofit organization that makes STEM and science learning accessible at home. By the way - he was a keynote speaker at this year's ISTE conference. Press play. Episode Webpage and Transcription: Episode webpage will be up later today. Please come back in a few hours if you'd like to read the transcription. Thank you for your patience! Kits Cubed: Website: https://www.kitscubed.com/ Instagram: @kitscubed EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

29:11

August 05, 2021

Episode 53: All About Morning Meeting: A Teacher’s Guide to Responsive Classroom

In today’s solo show, I’m focusing on just one of the many classroom practices at the heart of the Responsive Classroom approach: Morning Meeting. During Morning Meeting, which occurs at the start of the school day, everyone in the classroom – teachers and students alike – gather in a circle for twenty to thirty minutes. The Responsive Classroom Morning Meeting approach consists of four sequential components: Greeting, Share, Activity, and Message. Press play. Episode Webpage / Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/07/21/all-about-morning-meeting-a-teachers-guide-to-responsive-classroom/ Responsive Classroom: https://www.responsiveclassroom.org/ EdTech Classroom Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

14:04

July 28, 2021

Episode 52: Computational Thinking, Cyber Robotics, and Computer Science Education with CoderZ

In today's episode, I interview Jordan Campbell and Ashlynn Schindler from CoderZ. We talk about all things CoderZ, including their products, resources, and offerings. We also chat about 21st century skills like problem-solving and computational thinking. Press play. Episode Webpage and Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/07/14/computational-thinking-cyber-robotics-and-computer-science-education-with-coderz/ One by Wacom: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07S1RR3FR/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B07S1RR3FR&linkCode=as2&tag=edtechclass05-20&linkId=f039a4e5591b1865a750416d599281f8 One by Wacom YouTube Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I3vkuEhNzcg CoderZ: Website: https://gocoderz.com/ Instagram: @gocoderz Blog: https://gocoderz.com/blog/ Recent CoderZ Webinar: https://home.edweb.net/webinar/code20210628/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

33:50

July 14, 2021

Episode 51: All About Gold Standard PBL: A Teacher's Guide to the PBLWorks Project-Based Learning Framework

In today's episode, we discuss the Gold Standard PBL model, developed by PBLWorks. Press play.  Episode Webpage and Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/07/08/all-about-gold-standard-pbl-a-teachers-guide-to-the-pblworks-project-based-learning-framework/ PBLWorks: https://www.pblworks.org/ Other PBL Episodes: Episode 02: Strategies for Implementing PBL in Your Classroom Episode 19: Learning by Doing and Keeping it Simple with PBL Episode 22: PBL and Learning Management Systems with Shane Krukowski, Co-Founder of Headrush PBL Episode 23: The Special Sauce of PBL with Mike Kaechele, PBL & SEL Teacher, Coach, & PBLWorks National Faculty Episode 26: PBL in Early Childhood with Sara Lev, TK Teacher and PBLWorks National Faculty EdTech Classroom:  Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

17:01

July 08, 2021

Episode 50: All About TPACK: A Teacher’s Guide to the TPACK Tech Integration Model

TPACK, or Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge, is a framework for the integration of technology in the classroom. The TPACK framework is a helpful guide to providing students with a high-quality educational experience, when technology is incorporated in the classroom. Press play. Episode Webpage: https://edtech-class.com/2021/06/30/all-about-tpack-a-teachers-guide-to-the-tpack-tech-integration-model/ Flipgrid Tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wy5xHwDqOsI EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

12:02

June 30, 2021

Episode 49: All About SAMR: A Teacher’s Guide to the SAMR Tech Integration Model

In today's solo show, we discuss the SAMR tech integration model. We talk about different ways technology is used in the classroom: substitution, augmentation, modification, and redefinition. Press play. Episode Webpage: https://edtech-class.com/2021/06/23/all-about-samr-a-teachers-guide-to-the-samr-tech-integration-model/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

16:48

June 23, 2021

Episode 48: Design Thinking in the Elementary School Classroom

In today's solo show, we explore the design thinking process and how design thinking projects can be used in elementary school classrooms. Even if you aren't an elementary school teacher, today's episode will still have applicable takeaways for ideas on how you can implement design thinking with your students, regardless of grade level or subject area. I discuss: (1) what design thinking is, (2) how design thinking is used in education, (3) an in-depth project example with 2nd graders. Press play. Episode Webpage: https://edtech-class.com/2021/06/16/design-thinking-in-the-elementary-school-classroom/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

29:52

June 16, 2021

Episode 47: EdTech Classroom Podcast Turns One!

Today we are celebrating the first birthday of the EdTech Classroom Podcast! Press play. Episode Webpage: https://edtech-class.com/2021/06/09/edtech-classroom-podcast-turns-one/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Twitter: @edtech_class Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

13:47

June 09, 2021

Episode 46: EdTech Classroom Summer 2021 Book List for Teachers

In today's episode, I'm sharing my Summer 2021 Book List for Teachers. Press play. Episode Webpage: https://edtech-class.com/2021/06/02/edtech-classroom-summer-2021-book-list-for-teachers/ Book Links: Tasks Before Apps: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/141662466X/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=141662466X&linkCode=as2&tag=edtechclass05-20&linkId=815fafdfb02b25fb473b7d3cc3a9c4fc Hacking Project-Based Learning: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0986104981/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=0986104981&linkCode=as2&tag=edtechclass05-20&linkId=d586a191082790677b92d213df1c514c Empowering Global Citizens: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1533594546/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1533594546&linkCode=as2&tag=edtechclass05-20&linkId=1b9d09cc7229e5f2db33659d011ba628 Designing Your Life: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1101875321/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1101875321&linkCode=as2&tag=edtechclass05-20&linkId=a084e99b58e0e36e211cdad4e64561c1 Atomic Habits: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1847941834/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1847941834&linkCode=as2&tag=edtechclass05-20&linkId=bc666de2b284ad376563a92508ad8673 EdTech Classroom Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Twitter: @edtech_class Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

20:26

June 02, 2021

Episode 45: Level Up Classroom Engagement with Game-Based Learning and Gamification

In today’s episode, I’m sharing some tips and strategies for boosting student engagement using game-based learning and gamification. We’ll be talking about the differences between gamification and game-based learning, the benefits of game-based learning, examples from K-12 classrooms, and recommendations on getting started. Press play. Episode Webpage and Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/05/26/level-up-classroom-engagement-with-game-based-learning-and-gamification/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Twitter: @edtech_class Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

17:07

May 26, 2021

Episode 44: How to Use Podcasts in Your Classroom

In today's solo show, I'm sharing strategies for how to use podcasts in your classroom. I share recommendations for whole class vs. independent listening models and, of course, so much more. Press play.  Episode Webpage: https://edtech-class.com/2021/05/19/how-to-use-podcasts-in-your-classroom/ Interview with Sara Lev: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-26-pbl-in-early-childhood-sara-lev-tk-teacher/id1516561465?i=1000503314248 Rainbow Builders Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bonus-the-rainbow-builders-rocketship-podcast/id1516561465?i=1000505934317 EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Twitter: @edtech_class Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

26:20

May 19, 2021

Episode 43: The Myths About Makerspaces with Spencer Sharp

In today's episode, I chat with Spencer Sharp, elementary STEM teacher, host of the Innovative Teacher Podcast, and "Sharp the Builder." Spencer built the STEM program at his school from the ground up, and he is a current classroom teacher who also builds STEM curriculum for teachers all over. We chat about all things STEM and makerspace, but more specifically, we dive into some myths about makerspaces. Spencer shares his expertise, and I walked away from our conversation eager to find more ways to involve community members in my projects. Episode Webpage and Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/05/12/episode-43-the-myths-about-makerspaces-with-spencer-sharp/ Spencer Sharp: Website: https://sharpthebuilder.com/ Instagram: @sharpthebuilder Teachers Pay Teachers: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Sharp-The-Builder Innovative Teacher Podcast EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Twitter: @edtech_class Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

49:20

May 12, 2021

Episode 42: Teacher Spring Cleaning: How to Organize Your Google Drive

In today's solo show, we're getting organized! It's time to declutter and organize your Google Drive. Press play.  Episode Webpage: https://edtech-class.com/2021/05/05/teacher-spring-cleaning-how-to-organize-your-google-drive/ EdTech Tool of the Week: code.org EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Twitter: @edtech_class Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

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May 05, 2021

Episode 41: Empowered Learners, Global Educators, and Meaningful Learning with Nishat Firdous Jehan Ali

In today's episode, I chat with Nishat Firdous Jehan Ali, dedicated and experienced educator, about empowering students to become lifelong learners and global citizens. We discuss strategies to develop meaningful learning experiences, and Nishat shares impactful anecdotes from her own experience teaching 4th grade and enrichment. Press play. Episode Webpage and Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/04/28/episode-41-empowered-learners-global-educators-and-meaningful-learning-with-nishat-firdous-jehan-ali/ EdTech Tool of the Week: Explain Everything Resources Mentioned: UN.org Lucy Calkins https://www.unitsofstudy.com/ Nishat Firdous Jehan Ali: Website: https://www.alienrichmentacademy.com/ Instagram: @learningwithmsali YouTube: Learning with Ms. Ali My Loving World: https://www.amazon.com/Loving-World-Nishat-Firdous-Jehan/dp/1718106483/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Twitter: @edtech_class Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

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April 28, 2021

Episode 40: How to Implement Genius Hour in Your Elementary Classroom - Round 2

In today’s solo show, I share step-by-step directions on how to implement Genius Hour in your elementary classroom - from start to finish. I covered this topic almost a year ago during Episode 03, but I’ve refined my thoughts and ideas in today’s episode. Welcome to Round 2. I’m excited to share my learnings with you. Learn about Genius Hour, strategies for structuring the project, ideas for anchor charts, and so much more. Press play. Episode Webpage and Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/04/08/how-to-implement-genius-hour-in-your-elementary-school-classroom/ EdTech Tool of the Week: Google Sites Other PBL Episodes You Might Enjoy:  Episode 2: Strategies for Implementing PBL in Your Classroom Episode 19: Keeping it Simple with PBL Episode 22: PBL and Learning Management Systems with Shane Krukowski Episode 23: The Special Sauce of PBL with Mike Kaechele Episode 26: PBL in Early Childhood with Sara Lev Episode 30: PBL in the Math Classroom with Telannia Norfar EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Twitter: @edtech_class Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

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April 21, 2021

Episode 39: Collaborative Learning Systems and The Future of EdTech with Mike Rutherford, Founder of gotLearning

In today’s episode, I chat with Mike Rutherford, founder of gotLearning and creator of the first Collaborative Learning System. We talk about learning conversations, qualitative data, and the future of edtech. Press play. Episode Webpage and Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/04/14/episode-39-collaborative-learning-systems-and-the-future-of-edtech-with-mike-rutherford-founder-of-gotlearning/ EdTech Tool of the Week: Stop Motion Studio gotLearning: Website: https://www.gotlearning.com/ Twitter: @GrowthOverTime Article List: https://www.gotlearning.com/2020/11/30/books-articles/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Twitter: @edtech_class Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

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April 14, 2021

Episode 38: A Student-Centered Project Using the Sustainable Development Goals

In today’s solo show, I do a quick but deep-dive into a project I have done with students. This project incorporates 21st century skills, like collaboration, communication, and problem-solving. Press play. Episode Website and Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/04/07/a-student-centered-project-using-the-sustainable-development-goals/ EdTech Tool of the Week: Wakelet EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Twitter: @edtech_class Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

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April 07, 2021

Episode 37: Experiential and Place-Based Learning in Higher Education with Ivan Cestero from MYX

In today's episode, I chat with Ivan Cestero, Head of Experience Design for MYX. MYX is a higher education company that combines online and experiential learning in residential campuses around the world. MYX helps students develop the skills and mindsets for life success, from self-discovery to moral leadership to social innovation. Students will leave as changemakers with a sense of purpose, professional project experience, and a global network.  In our conversation, we talk about student-centered learning, project-based learning, place-based learning, experiential learning, and SO much more. Press play. Episode Webpage and Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/04/01/experiential-and-place-based-learning-in-higher-education-with-ivan-cestero-from-myx/ Sleep No More: https://mckittrickhotel.com/sleep-no-more/ Lifelong Kindergarten by Mitchel Resnick: https://mitpress.mit.edu/books/lifelong-kindergarten Ivan and MYX: https://themyx.com/ Twitter: @zoltero EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Twitter: @edtech_class Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

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March 31, 2021

Episode 36: 9 Ways to Use Google Forms in Your Classroom

In today's episode, I'm sharing 9 ways you can use Google Forms with students. Be sure to check out the free templates on the episode webpage! Episode Webpage and Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/03/24/9-ways-to-use-google-forms-in-your-classroom EdTech Tool of the Week: https://bookcreator.com/ EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Twitter: @edtech_class Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

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March 24, 2021

Episode 35: It's Been a Year: EdTech Lessons of Distance Learning

On Friday March 13, 2020, students and teachers left the classroom for what many of us believed would be a short period of virtual learning. Now, just over a year later, the field of education has changed drastically. It's been a year. The reality is that this past year has shined light on a lot of problems in our education system. This past year has brought us new problems. This past year has exacerbated existing ones. And this past year has prompted people outside the profession to take interest in (arguably) more ways than ever before. In today's episode, I am sharing my top edtech lessons of distance learning. More specifically, I am sharing the tools and the edtech tips that I hope we will continue to utilize even when we are all back in the classroom, in-person and without social distancing measures in place. Press play. Episode Webpage and Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/03/17/its-been-a-year-edtech-lessons-of-distance-learning/ EdTech Tool of the Week: https://edpuzzle.com/ Episode 13: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-13-best-advice-for-teaching-with-tech/id1516561465?i=1000488475711 Remote Learning in the 1930s: https://theconversation.com/remote-learning-isnt-new-radio-instruction-in-the-1937-polio-epidemic-143797 EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Twitter: @edtech_class Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

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March 17, 2021

Episode 34: Google Classroom Updates Coming Soon to Teachers in 2021

A couple of weeks ago, Google Workspace for Education shared a number of updates during their “Learning with Google Event” that are coming to educators in 2021, and in today's episode, I’m focusing on the updates to Google Classroom. Press play. Episode Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/03/10/google-classroom-updates-coming-soon-to-teachers-in-2021/ Google Classroom Updates: https://blog.google/outreach-initiatives/education/classroom-roadmap/ American University article: https://soeonline.american.edu/blog/virtual-classrooms EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Twitter: @edtech_class Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

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March 10, 2021

Episode 33: Top 5 Hybrid and Hyflex Tips for Teachers

Top 5 Hybrid and Hyflex Tips for Teachers Lately I have gotten the same question from teachers over and over again, and now that I have been living this hybrid experience for a little while, I feel like I can appropriately answer the question and give some advice. The question I have been receiving is… “What strategies do you have for teaching in a hybrid model?” The reality is that hybrid teaching is really hard, but I do have some tips that can make the experience more manageable. I’m sharing some strategies that are tech-related, strategies that are classroom-management related, and even some tips to help support students with the transition from a social emotional perspective. Today I’m sharing my top 5 tips for hybrid and hyflex teaching. Press play. Episode Transcription and Webpage: https://edtech-class.com/2021/03/03/5-hybrid-and-hyflex-tips-for-teachers/ EdTech Tool of the Week: https://www.kamiapp.com/ Episode 13: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-13-best-advice-for-teaching-with-tech/id1516561465?i=1000488475711 EdTech Classroom: Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Twitter: @edtech_class Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

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March 03, 2021

Episode 32: How to Use Google Jamboard during Morning Meeting

Episode 32: How to Use Google Jamboard during Morning Meeting Today I’m sharing three different ideas on how you can use Google Jamboard with your students during Morning Meeting. I’m also sharing templates for these activities that you can use for free!  Activity Links and Episode Webpage: https://edtech-class.com/2021/02/14/how-to-use-google-jamboard-during-morning-meeting/ EdTech Tool of the Week: https://www.justmote.me/ EdTech Classroom: Instagram: @edtechclass Blog: https://edtech-class.com/ Twitter: @edtech_class Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

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February 24, 2021

Episode 31: STEM Teaching and Elementary Tech Integration with Naomi Meredith

Today I chat with my Instagram friend, Naomi Meredith. We talk about everything from STEM teaching and tech integration at the elementary level to truffle mac and cheese cardboard boxes. Press play.  Naomi Meredith is a former classroom teacher turned current K-5 STEM teacher. After being in the elementary classroom for 6 years and falling in love with technology and STEM with her own students, she wanted an extra challenge. Without any technical degree, she studied, trained, and read all about innovation. This helped her land a position teaching K-5 STEM. She teaches STEM in the specials rotation, while also having the opportunity to co-teach with teachers in her building. While currently working on her Master’s in STEM Leadership, she believes that anyone can teach STEM, no matter what their classroom setting is. Episode Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/02/17/stem-teaching-and-elementary-tech-integration-with-naomi-meredith/ Resources Mentioned: Link to Facebook Live about Choose Your Own Adventure: https://fb.watch/3GDdOHHUf8/ Course Link for How to Use Google Slides for Digital Interactive Assignments: https://naomimeredith.thinkific.com/courses/how-to-use-google-slides-for-digital-interactive-assignments Naomi Meredith: Blog: https://naomimeredith.com/ Instagram & Twitter: @naomimeredith_ Facebook & TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith EdTech Classroom: Website: https://www.edtech-class.com Instagram: @edtechclass Twitter: @edtech_class Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

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February 17, 2021

Episode 30: PBL in the Math Classroom with Telannia Norfar

PBL in the Math Classroom with Telannia Norfar In today’s episode, I chat with THE expert on PBL in the math classroom, Telannia Norfar. We discuss everything from bigger ideas in PBL to immediate strategies that you can implement in your classroom tomorrow. Press play. Resources Mentioned: https://hqpbl.org/ Episode Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/02/10/pbl-in-the-math-classroom-with-telannia-norfar/ Telannia Norfar: Website: http://pbl-birdside.blogspot.com/ Twitter: @thnorfar Instagram: @thnorfar Book: https://www.amazon.com/Project-Based-Learning-Classroom-Chris-Fancher/dp/1618218654 EdTech Classroom: Website: https://www.edtech-class.com Instagram: @edtechclass Twitter: @edtech_class Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

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February 10, 2021

Episode 29: If Technology is to be Revolutionary, We Need Everyone at the Table with Jeannette Washington, M.Ed.

Episode 29: If Technology is to be Revolutionary, We Need Everyone at the Table with Jeannette Washington, M.Ed. In today's episode, I chat with Jeannette Washington, M.Ed., whose work focuses on the intersection of dyslexia advocacy, technology, and social justice. Jeannette has worked as a speech and language pathologist, a software engineer, and an educator. She has nearly a decade of experience working with students that exhibit special abilities. Our conversation specifically centers around digital accessibility and strategies for supporting all learners with technology. Press play. Episode Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2021/02/04/if-technology-is-to-be-revolutionary-we-need-everyone-at-the-table-with-jeannette-washington-m-ed/ Resources Mentioned: Accessibility Audit: https://ace.accessibe.com/ Outschool: https://outschool.com/ Jeannette Washington, M.Ed.:  Website: https://www.bearlyarticulating.com/ Instagram: @bearly_articulating Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bearlyarticulating/ Twitter: @bearlyartic Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B081616D5R/ref=redir_mobile_desktop?_encoding=UTF8&ref=aw_sitb_end_act_to_dtl EdTech Classroom: Website: https://www.edtech-class.com Instagram: @edtechclass Twitter: @edtech_class Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

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February 03, 2021

Episode 28: Stress Management, Academic Achievement, and Student SEL Check-Ins with Jodi Miller from WellCheq

Today I chat with Jodi Miller, PhD student at Johns Hopkins University and creator of WellCheq. WellCheq is a web-based tool that gives students a voice and provides teachers with insight into the wellbeing of their learners. Teachers can check-in with students and support their social emotional needs with WellCheq. Jodi also shares her expertise on the intersection of stress management and academic achievement. Press play. WellCheq: Twitter @cheqwell and @jodes39 Website https://wellcheq.com/ EdTech Classroom: Instagram @edtechclass Website https://edtech-class.com/ Twitter @edtech_class

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January 27, 2021

BONUS: The Rainbow Builders Rocketship Podcast

In Episode 26, I interviewed Sara Lev, TK teacher and PBLWorks National Faculty. Sara and her TK students created their own podcast. For today’s bonus episode, you’ll hear directly from Sara’s students. Press play. Show Notes: https://edtech-class.com/2021/01/20/the-rainbow-builders-podcast/ EdTech Classroom Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Twitter: @edtech_class Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

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January 20, 2021

Episode 27: EdTech Classroom’s Year in Review: Top 5 EdTech Tools of 2020

Episode 27: EdTech Classroom’s Year in Review: Top 5 EdTech Tools of 2020 It's time for the first annual EdTech Classroom Year in Review. I'm sharing my top 5 edtech tools of 2020. It's the moment you didn't even know you were waiting for. And it's here. Press play.  Other “Top EdTech Tools” Lists: House of #EdTech Smackdown: https://chrisnesi.com/2020-smackdown-hoet170 Cult of Pedagogy: https://www.cultofpedagogy.com/6-ed-tech-tools-to-try-in-2020/ Jamboard Tutorials: Beginner Tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QySPzvuCthk Activity Ideas: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BkgWa0K2_WI Teachers Mentioned: Sam Fecich Instagram @sfecich Adobe Spark, Wakelet, Wizer, TeacherMade, Pear Deck, and Jamboard EduMagic Podcast and EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers Spencer Sharp Instagram @sharpthebuilder Flipgrid and Scratch Naomi Meredith Instagram @naomimeredith_ Seesaw and Screencastify Pam Alba Instagram @mrspamalba Nearpod Dena (Miss Tech Queen) Instagram @misstechqueen Hue HD and Google Slides Erica Aguirre Instagram @edtechandstyle Pear Deck and Parlay Jeannette Washington Instagram @bearly_articulating TikTok, Remove.bg, and Canva EdTech Classroom: Instagram @edtechclass Website https://edtech-class.com Twitter @edtech_class Email myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

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December 30, 2020

Episode 26: PBL in Early Childhood with Sara Lev, TK Teacher and PBLWorks National Faculty

Episode 26: PBL in Early Childhood with Sara Lev, TK Teacher and PBLWorks National Faculty Today's episode of the EdTech Classroom Podcast is with Sara Lev, Transitional Kindergarten Teacher and National Faculty for PBLWorks.  You might notice something different about the intro of today's episode. I don't *normally* have kids running the show. I also don't normally have a theme song quite as catchy as the one you'll hear today. Today's episode of the EdTech Classroom Podcast is with Sara Lev. You'll hear from Sara's students too, who created their own podcast. Sara shows us that it truly is possible to have high-quality project-based learning with students of all ages, even our youngest learners. She also dispels some myths about PBL in early childhood along the way. Sara Lev: Workshop: https://www.earlychildhoodpbl.com/projectplanning Twitter: https://twitter.com/saramlev Instagram: @earlychildhoodpbl Website: https://www.earlychildhoodpbl.com/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/earlychildhoodpbl Sara's Book: https://www.routledge.com/Implementing-Project-Based-Learning-in-Early-Childhood-Overcoming-Misconceptions/Lev-Clark-Starkey/p/book/9780367198015 EdTech Classroom: Instagram: @edtechclass Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtech_class

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December 23, 2020

Episode 24: Fostering Self-Empowered Learners and Critical Thinkers with Chris Lehmann, CEO and Principal of Science Leadership Academy

Fostering Self-Empowered Learners and Critical Thinkers with Chris Lehmann, CEO and Principal of Science Leadership Academy Chris and I discuss his work for Science Leadership Academy, Inquiry Schools, and discuss all things edtech and inquiry-based education. ** Reuploaded and fixed intro audio ** Resources Mentioned Science Leadership Academy Website: https://sla.philasd.org/ Building School 2.0: How to Create the Schools We Need by Chris Lehmann and Zac Chase Authentic Inquiry in the Digital Age: Engaging Students Through Inquiry by Larissa Pahomov John Spencer, bell hooks, Ted Sizer Educon at SLA: http://2020.educon.org/ diana@inquiryschools.org EdTech Classroom: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram @edtechclass Twitter @edtech_class

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December 03, 2020

Episode 23: The Special Sauce of PBL with Mike Kaechele, PBL & SEL Teacher, Coach, & PBLWorks National Faculty

The Special Sauce of PBL with Mike Kaechele, PBL & SEL Teacher, Coach, & PBLWorks National Faculty Mike Kaechele: Twitter @mikekaechele http://michaelkaechele.com/ Facebook Page: SEL in PBL Resources Mentioned: PBLWorks: https://www.pblworks.org/ High Tech High: https://www.hightechhigh.org/ Expeditionary Learning: https://eleducation.org/ Ron Berger: https://eleducation.org/about/staff/ron-berger Suzie Boss: http://www.ascd.org/Publications/ascd-authors/suzie-boss.aspx New Tech Network of Schools: https://newtechnetwork.org/ EdTech Classroom https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram @edtechclass Twitter @edtech_class

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November 25, 2020

Episode 22: PBL and Learning Management Systems with Shane Krukowski, Co-Founder of Headrush PBL

In today's episode, I chat with Shane Krukowski, Co-Founder and COO of Headrush. We talk about all things PBL, learning management systems, and so much more. This is by far my FAVORITE episode to date. Press play. -- Headrush Related: Headrush in 5min: https://www.headrushlearning.com/5-minute-overview Task Board Overview: https://www.headrushlearning.com/taskboards-in-headrush Student-led Projects in Headrush: https://www.headrushlearning.com/student-led If interested followup: Headrush Huddles: https://www.headrushlearning.com/huddles Schedule a demo: https://calendly.com/shanekrukowski/headrush-demo?back=1&month=2020-11 Friends and Resources: Dayna and Tim: http://www.proj-arc.com Ron Berger Butterfly Critique: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hqh1MRWZjms ESSDACK / Kansas Initiative: https://www.essdack.org/164383_2 Website: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

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November 18, 2020

Episode 21: Juggling Hands-On Learning and Makerspaces with Dr. Leah Hanes from Two Bit Circus Foundation

Imagine a carnival filled with making, tinkering, and creating. Sounds pretty awesome, right? That's just one of the many projects that Dr. Leah Hanes implements as CEO and Chief Juggler of the Two Bit Circus Foundation. In today's episode, Dr. Leah and I chat about makerspaces, STEAM education, hands-on learning, and her work with Two Bit Circus Foundation. Press play. Fast Company Article: https://www.fastcompany.com/90564801/stem-careers-require-the-same-kind-of-creative-thinking-as-the-arts-says-new-research Two Bit Circus Foundation: https://twobitcircus.org/ Find me on Instagram @edtechclass, email me myedtechclassroom@gmail.com, check out my website https://edtech-class.com/, and press subscribe!

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November 11, 2020

Episode 20: 10 EdTech Tips for New Teachers with Dr. Sam Fecich

Crossover Episode Alert! Today's episode is a crossover episode with Dr. Sam Fecich from the EduMagic Podcast. We share ten edtech tips for new teachers (and veteran teachers, too!). Press play. Resources Mentioned: Common Sense Media Screetime: https://www.commonsensemedia.org/screen-time/are-some-types-of-screen-time-better-than-others Jamboard Tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QySPzvuCthk Bitmoji Classroom Edumagic Episode: https://www.sfecich.com/post/5-things-you-need-to-know-when-creating-a-bitmoji-classroom Sam’s 3 EdTech Favorites: Office Lens Adobe Spark Wizer Maddie’s 3 EdTech Favorites: Flipgrid Jamboard Google Expeditions / Earth Other EdTech Tools Mentioned: Stop Motion Studio Padlet Book Creator Google Keep Google Tour Creator Contact Dr. Sam Fecich: Instagram and Twitter @sfecich Website www.sfecich.com Contact Maddie: Instagram @edtechclass myedtechclassroom@gmail.com Website www.edtech-class.com

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October 28, 2020

Episode 19: Learning by Doing and Keeping It Simple with PBL

Kids learn by making, by playing, and by doing things with their hands. Today's episode of the EdTech Classroom Podcast is all about a human-centered approach to teaching, learning by doing, and keeping it simple with PBL. https://edtech-class.com/ instagram.com/edtechclass myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

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October 14, 2020

Episode 18: Student Engagement & STEAM Education in the Dominican Republic

I am OBSESSED with today's episode. I mean... how cool is it to have the opportunity to learn about education in other countries? I've learned so much from listening to our experts in today's episode. Tune in to listen to my conversation with Pamela Alba and Alejandra Escovar all about STEAM in the Dominican Republic. Press play to hear their thoughts about PBL, student engagement, and whether or not Pam likes distance teaching. EdTech Classroom: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram @edtechclass myedtechclassroom@gmail.com Resources Mentioned: First Lego League Forward Learning Find them on Instagram @sgssteam

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September 29, 2020

Episode 17: Digital Citizenship and Student Privacy Online

Teaching with technology brings up a whole new territory for teachers, and one area that’s important to consider is student privacy. In today’s episode of the EdTech Classroom Podcast, I discuss strategies for protecting student privacy and promoting digital citizenship in the virtual classroom. EdTech Classroom: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram @edtechclass myedtechclassroom@gmail.com FERPA https://jillianstarrteaching.com/10-things-every-teacher-should-know-about-ferpa/ Digital Citizenship Resources Common Sense App Reviews Web Filtering Resources safeyoutube.net https://www.safesearchkids.com/ https://newsela.com/ https://www.goguardian.com/

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September 15, 2020

Episode 16: #EdTech to Support PBL (Crossover with Chris Nesi from House of #EdTech)

Tune in to listen to the very first crossover episode on the EdTech Classroom Podcast. I sit down with Chris Nesi from House of #EdTech (my favorite edtech podcast). We chat about all things related to education technology, project-based learning, and supporting student SEL needs. Press play. Resources Mentioned: Redesigning American High Schools for the 21st Century PBLWorks Student Outcomes from High-Quality Project-Based Learning: A Case Study for PBLWorks Keep it Real with PBL by Jenny Pieratt Hacking PBL – Ross Cooper & Erin Murphy House of #EdTech: https://chrisnesi.com/ House of #EdTech Podcast Twitter @mrnesi Instagram @houseofedtech EdTech Classroom: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram @edtechclass myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

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September 08, 2020

Episode 15: My Top 3 Apps for PBL in Distance Learning

Lately, a lot of teachers have been asking me: what tech tools work really well for PBL? So, today's episode is about exactly that! My top three tech tools for project-based learning. Press play. Listen to my other episodes on PBL:  Episode 2: Strategies for Implementing PBL in your Classroom Episode 3: How to Plan and Implement Genius Hour in your Classroom Today Episode 9: How to Teach Authentic PBL in an Age of Uncertainty https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram @edtechclass Email myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

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September 02, 2020

Episode 14: Top Troubleshooting Tips for Teachers

Do you have a tech problem? Is your webpage not loading? Is your computer showing the spinning beach ball of death?  There's nothing more frustrating than a tech issue, especially when teaching remotely. Today's episode is all about my top troubleshooting tips for teachers. These tips, tricks, and strategies are *almost* guaranteed to fix your tech problems. Press play. https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass

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August 25, 2020

Episode 13: Best Advice for Teaching with Tech

Today’s episode is all about my biggest tech advice for distance learning and teaching.  So... Are you ready? Are you ready to hear this Earth-shattering advice? Press play. https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram @edtechclass

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August 18, 2020

Episode 12: Gap Years, PBL, and Higher Education with Abby Brody from Mind the Gap

In this week's episode of the EdTech Classroom Podcast, I speak with Abby Brody, founder and CEO of Mind the Gap. We discuss gap years, project--based learning, and higher education. As a former elementary school teacher and current startup CEO, Abby provides insight into what the future of higher education might look like.  Blog: https://edtech-class.com/ Instagram: @edtechclass Mind the Gap: https://mtgnow.org/ Schoolhouse: https://www.getschoolhouse.com/

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August 11, 2020

Episode 11: How to Plan for the School Year in an Age of Uncertainty

Teachers are planners. We're expert planners, even! But, how the heck can we plan for the 2020-21 school year when we have no earthly idea what we're even supposed to be planning?  Today’s episode is about exactly that: how to plan for the school year in an age of uncertainty. You'll leave this episode with 3 concrete strategies and planning ideas for the 2020-21 school year, no matter if you're teaching 100% remote, 100% face-to-face, or a hybrid of the two. So... what are you waiting for?! Let's start planning! Press play. Instagram @edtechclass Blog https://edtech-class.com/ Edutopia Article https://www.edutopia.org/article/how-plan-when-you-dont-know-what-plan

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August 04, 2020

Episode 10: Supporting Student SEL Needs and Building a Culture of Community during Morning Meeting

Goooood morning friends! Or, afternoon, or evening, or whatever time of day you might be listening. Morning Meeting is the bread and butter of school. It sets students up with the social-emotional and academic skills they need to thrive. But with all this uncertainty about next school year, you might be wondering: how can we continue to hold Morning Meeting with our students remotely or in this new in-person environment? In today's episode of the EdTech Classroom Podcast, we discuss tips and strategies for conducting Morning Meeting in the 2020-21 school year. More specifically, we discuss ways to support student social-emotional needs and ideas on how you can build a culture and community focused on trust, inclusion, and belonging. Episode Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2020/07/28/supporting-student-sel-needs-and-building-a-culture-of-community-during-morning-meeting/ Instagram: @edtechclass YouTube Channel with Morning Meeting Tips: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyXG-YQuipu38dmEE5Lqizw Morning Meeting Bundle: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Morning-Meeting-Distance-Learning-Bundle-Zoom-and-Google-Meet-5494073

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July 28, 2020

Episode 09: How to Teach Authentic PBL in an Age of Uncertainty

Listen up! Today's episode of the EdTech Classroom Podcast is giving you concrete tips on how you can implement authentic project-based learning in your classroom, uncertainty and all. With these tips and ideas, you'll leave today's episode feeling more confident and prepared for the 2020-21 school year, whether you're teaching in person or remotely. Let's be friends, and let's learn and grow together as 21st century educators. Add me on Instagram @edtechclass Email me at myedtechclassroom@gmail.com Episode Webpage: https://edtech-class.com/2020/07/21/how-to-teach-authentic-pbl-in-an-age-of-uncertainty/

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July 21, 2020

Episode 08: Become a Google Certified Educator Level 1 with Me! (2020)

Today we’re bringing you a BONUS episode of the EdTech Classroom Podcast all about becoming a Google Certified Educator Level 1. I share my review of the training and exam, as well as my general advice based on my experience. This episode walks you through some tips on studying for and completing the exam. Plus, I share some pros and cons of the entire process. Episode website: https://edtech-class.com/2020/07/09/become-a-google-certified-educator-level-1-with-me/  Let’s be friends! Add me on Instagram @edtechclass Email me at myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

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July 17, 2020

Episode 07: Computer Science, PBL, and Entrepreneurship with CS Educator Greg Mittleider

In today's episode, I sit down with Greg Mittleider, computer science educator and edtech consultant, to chat about all things computer science, project-based learning, and entrepreneurship. Greg brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our conversation, having worked as a CS educator at Harvard University and in K-12 schools.  Greg Mittleider: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-mittleider-4855a7143/ Episode Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2020/07/14/computer-science-pbl-and-entrepreneurship-with-cs-educator-greg-mittleider/  Let's be friends!  Add me on Instagram @edtechclass Email me at myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

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July 14, 2020

Episode 06: Unleashing Your Inner Child: Why Play and Exploration is the Best PD

When was the last time you played? Not with your children or with your students, but when was the last time that YOU played? In today's episode, we continue discussing innovative ideas for professional development this summer. More specifically, we discuss why teachers need to incorporate play and exploration into their lives. Now is the time to unleash your inner child. Podcast transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2020/07/07/unleashing-your-inner-child-why-play-and-exploration-is-the-best-pd/ Instagram: @edtechclass Email: myedtechclassroom@gmail.com

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July 07, 2020

Episode 05: Goodbye “Sit-And-Get” PD: Practical, Applicable Professional Development for Teachers

In today's episode, we decide to say goodbye to "sit-and-get" professional development. PD doesn't have to be boring. It can be collaborative, engaging, exciting, and so much more. We provide 3 suggestions for practical, applicable professional development for teachers.  Want to connect? Email me at myedtechclassroom@gmail.com or follow me on Instagram @edtechclass  Check out my blog: https://edtech-class.com/ Link to podcast transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2020/06/30/goodbye-sit-and-get-pd-practical-applicable-professional-development-for-teachers/

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June 30, 2020

Episode 04: Authentic Learning and STEM Education with Andrew Bannish from BrainCo Tech

In today's episode of the EdTech Classroom Podcast, I sit down with Andrew Bannish, an edtech expert from BrainCo Tech. We discuss authentic learning, project-based learning, STEM education, and so much more.  For more information about Andrew, you can connect with him on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewbannish/  To learn more about BrainCo, visit https://www.brainco.tech/  Visit https://edtech-class.com/podcast/ for more information about this episode or follow me on Instagram @edtechclass

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June 23, 2020

Episode 03: How to Plan and Implement Genius Hour in Your Classroom Today

Welcome to Episode 3 of the EdTech Classroom Podcast. We’ll be discussing how to plan and implement Genius Hour in your classroom today.  In this episode, I walk you through the planning step-by-step, so you can have the exact roadmap you need to begin self-guided projects and 20% Time in your classroom today. This episode, created for teachers, outlines implementation in your classroom, as well as what Genius Hour could look like from a distance learning perspective.  Podcast Transcription: https://edtech-class.com/2020/06/16/how-to-plan-and-implement-genius-hour-in-your-classroom-today/  Genius Hour Project Planner: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Genius-Hour-Passion-Project-Lesson-Plan-Interactive-Notebook-5413549

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June 17, 2020

Episode 02: Strategies for Implementing PBL in Your Classroom (Both Virtual and Physical)

Welcome to Episode 2 of the EdTech Classroom podcast. I am so excited for today’s episode because we are going to be discussing my very favorite topic in education: project-based learning. More specifically, I share strategies for implementing project-based learning in both your virtual and physical classrooms.   To read the episode transcription, please visit my blog here - https://edtech-class.com/2020/06/09/strategies-for-implementing-pbl-in-your-classroom-both-physical-and-virtual/   Follow EdTech Classroom on Social Media - @edtechclass

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June 09, 2020

Episode 01: EdTech Classroom Summer 2020 Book List for Teachers

Welcome to the first episode of the EdTech Classroom podcast. Today I share my Summer 2020 Book List for Teachers.I created this book list a few weeks ago to help teachers stay inspired and motivated this summer. This list was curated with distance learning and coronavirus in mind. Recent events, including the murder of George Floyd, have reminded us of the importance to educate ourselves around racism in the U.S. For this reason, I’d like to specifically highlight book number six on my list, The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindedness by Michelle Alexander. Innovative teaching is about educating the future leaders of tomorrow. I hope that all of the books on this list will inspire you to make meaningful changes to your teaching practice. For links to purchase these books, you can check out my blog: https://edtech-class.com/2020/05/31/summer-2020-book-list-for-teachers/  If you would like to discuss any of the books on this list or education in general, please email me at myedtechclassroom@gmail.com Follow EdTech Classroom on Social Media:@edtechclass

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June 02, 2020

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June 14, 2022

In this episode, ISTE authors, educators and librarians, Julia Torres and Valerie Tagoe, join to discuss tips to help liven up your library programming. Ready to liven up your library programming? You’ll hear tips from their new book, titled Liven Up Your Library, connections to the ISTE Standards, and considerations for creating an inclusive library experience for students.

This week’s episode is: “Tips to Help Liven Up Your Library Programming with Julia Torres and Valerie Tagoe” and I’m excited to share this conversation with two ISTE authors. They have a new book out this month titled Liven Up Your Library and that’s the focus for our conversation today. You’ll hear tips from their new book, connections to the ISTE Standards, and considerations for creating an inclusive library experience for students.

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Consider the mission of your library before a new initiative.

Review the ISTE Standards to identify connections to your mission.

Incorporate your community into library programming conversations.

Commit to an ongoing process of ensuring libraries are culturally responsive.

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This episode is sponsored by Tract, the first online community where kids teach kids. By unifying the process of creating fun, TikTok-style videos with project-based learning, Tract unlocks every child’s potential to be an impactful creator while sharpening 21st Century Skills.

From Genius Hour and GATE Enrichment, to PBL Time and Distance or Hybrid Learning, teacher’s can leverage Tract’s FREE peer-to-peer learning model to transform teaching time while increasing your impact.

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American Association of School Librarians (AASL) Standards

Joint Council of Librarians of Color (JCLC)

Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA)

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OverDrive (Ebooks platform)

What You Need to Know About EdTech in the Library with K.C. Boyd  (Podcast Episode)

Engaging Students in Reading All Types of Text (Quick Reference Guide)

How to Lead Conversations About Media Use with Students (Blog Post)

The Case For Using Comics In Your Classroom (Blog Post)

How to Create Digital Reading Activities with Capstone Connect and Seesaw (Blog Post)

Using Graphic Novels to Teach High-Level Thinking with Shveta Miller (Podcast Episode)

Quick, Creative Reading Responses with Capstone Connect and Flipgrid (Blog Post)

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Welcome to episode 260 ("Honorlock Cheating Accusations") of the EdTech Situation Room from June 1, 2022, where technology news meets educational analysis. This week Jason Neiffer (@techsavvyteach) and Wesley Fryer (@wfryer) discussed Meta/Facebook challenges with user data management and metaverse ("Horizon World") safety. USB-C compatibility on inexpensive Amazon Fire tablets, the "Amazon Fire Toolbox," Elon Musk's push to in-person work at Tesla, and Apple's termination of the much-loved iPod Touch were also discussion topics. Apple iPhone testing with USB-C cables, Google's attempt to merge messaging and communication apps Meet and Duo, and the new ChromeOS feature to warn users when an incompatible USB-C charging cable has been plugged in were discussed. The popularity of The Weather Channel's new "live streaming" app and subscription option, the end of cryptocurrency donations to the WikiMedia Foundation, and some "Cautionary Tales from Cryptoland" were also explored in this week's show. A recent NYT article detailing controversy surrounding cheating accusations originating with the Amazon AI / facial recognition powered remote testing verification service "Honorlock" was also discussed. Geeks of the Week included WiteBoard, an outstanding video about NFTs and CryptoCurrency by Dan Olsen, and a recommended podcast interview with Dan. Check out our shownotes for links to all the articles we discussed, and subscribe to our Substack to receive all the links we discussed and also didn't have time to talk about in this week's show in your email inbox! Our show was live streamed and archived simultaneously on YouTube Live as well as our Facebook Live page via StreamYard.com, and compressed to a smaller video version (about 100MB) on AmazonS3 using Handbrake software. Please follow us on Twitter @edtechSR for updates, and join us LIVE on Wednesday nights (normally) if you can at 10 pm Eastern / 9 pm Central / 8 pm Mountain / 7 pm Pacific or 3 am UTC. All shownotes are available on http://edtechSR.com/links. Stay savvy and safe!

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9. Leaked Facebook document shows the company has no idea how to manage user data (9 to 5 Mac; 26 April 2022)

10. Researcher Says Her Avatar Was Raped on Meta's Metaverse Platform (Business Insider, 30 May 2022)

11. Amazon finally brings USB-C to its most affordable Android tablet, the $60 Fire 7 (9 to 5 Google; 18 May 2022)

12. Amazon Fire Toolbox

13. ​​Elon Musk reportedly declares remote work 'no longer acceptable' at Tesla (The Verge; 1 June 2022)

14. Apple discontinues iPod touch, ending 20 year run of iconic 'iPod' brand (9 to 5 Mac; 10 May 2022)

15. Apple is reportedly testing iPhones with USB-C (The Verge; 13 May 2022)

16. Google is combining Meet and Duo into a single app for voice and video calls (The Verge, 1 Jun 2022)

17. Chromebooks will now tell you when you're using the wrong USB-C cable (The Verge, 27 May 2022)

18. Oddly enough, The Weather Channel makes for a pretty great streaming service (The Verge; 30 May 2022)

19. The Wikimedia Foundation has stopped accepting cryptocurrency donations (The Verge, 1 May 2022)

20. Cautionary Tales from Cryptoland (Harvard Business Review, 10 May 2022)

21. Accused of Cheating by an Algorithm, and a Professor She Had Never Met (NYTimes, 27 May 2022)

22. Jason's Geek of the Week: WiteBoard

23. Wes' Geeks of the Week: [VIDEO] Line Goes Up - The Problem With NFTs and Ezra Klein's Podcast Interview with Dan Olson

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Every year many people visit museums, parks, and historic sites while on vacation, and there are many reasons why: family traditions, capturing that perfect picture, or because their parents made them go. Among these people are some who hope to learn something.

That was true of me during a recent visit I made to a historic site. I stopped by the visitor center and asked the ranger on duty how I might best spend my few hours, and she told me I had several options: I could attend a ranger talk, download the free self-guided tour app, buy a guidebook, or wander and read any of the interpretive panels I came across. Whatever I chose, she said that I’d come away with the same information, so it was just a question of what I thought was best for me.

Free Choice Puts Learners in Control

What I experienced is known as free-choice learning, an educational approach used at museums, zoos, and national parks. Essentially, visitors encounter multiple curated invitations that take a wide variety of forms, leaving the choice up to them. No matter their choice, the information is the same even if the method varies.

The appeal of this approach is obvious. It provides the learners with choice, a powerful engagement tool for promoting learning when other factors like grades or attendance aren’t as motivating. It’s also self-scaffolding, a strategy that supports students who may be emerging bilinguals, those who have trouble reading complex texts, or those who prefer to learn as part of a group opportunity. Students choose the approach that works best for them. Learners who may prefer information to be presented in a specific way can all have what they want. One student might find animations of a volcano erupting more informative, while another might prefer detailed readings, but they both get what they prefer.

This same strategy can work inside your classroom if you follow a basic four-part structure.

1. Provide a common foundation. Before you allow learners to explore on their own, it’s important to ensure that they share a common understanding. Orienting them to foundational vocabulary or reviewing key concepts will help them make sense of what they find on their own or what you have prepared for them.

Start with a unifying experience—a short reading or an illustrative video. This will help introduce them to the topic, reinforce essential details, and help build vocabulary, and at the same time it will give you an opportunity to formatively check their understanding. What’s more, this is a good opportunity for skill development, such as reading comprehension or writing a summary before self-direction begins. Providing a framing question for them to keep in mind as they explore on their own helps guide the experience.

2. Curate invitations. Following your foundational activity, share your collection of learning invitations with students. Invitations can take many forms: a Google Doc, a simple website, or a collection of stations distributed throughout the classroom. Whatever form they take, remember the following:

Only include resources that are developmentally appropriate for the majority of your students—keep encyclopedia entries out of early readers’ hands. Instead, consider early reader books or Newsela articles where you can control the difficulty.

Include a variety of multimodal resources. Texts, videos, audio, manipulatives, and even peer discussion stations are all good possibilities.

Try to limit the scope of your invitations. You’ll want to provide some choice, but do so without overwhelming your students with too many options. What an appropriate number looks like depends on grade level, so use your own knowledge of your students when planning. It might take an attempt or two to dial it in, so starting with less is always advisable.

Make sure that your resources are accessible to a wide range of abilities and learning levels. This allows students who may struggle with specific learning invitations to eventually find ones that are more appropriate for them.

3. Give students an equal voice. As students begin to make their way through the collection of resources you’ve created for them, you may notice that some students are hungry for more. This is a great opportunity to empower them to find their own additions to your carefully curated collection.

This is good because it not only provides automatic extensions for high-performing learners but also helps you to refine and improve your plans for future classes. Students may find resources that are more appropriate for them or find things that you just missed due to time constraints. Allowing them to have a role in finding things that could benefit them or their peers is a great way of including aspects of personalized learning in your free-choice lessons.

You can encourage this by allowing them to search the internet or connect them with sites that do a good job of combining multimedia with academic content, like National Geographic Kids or PBS Kids.

4. Choose your goals with care. Free-choice learning can definitely be used in every grade level and every content area, but not all learning goals are appropriate for this kind of approach. If the standards that you’re focusing on aren’t open-ended or don’t lend themselves to an inquiry process, you may want to consider saving free-choice learning for a different unit or instructional sequence.

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Perceptive adults and savvy students know that saying something doesn't make it a fact, and neither does publishing information on the internet. But how to know which websites are sharing accurate information? As middle and high school students conduct research or access the internet on their own time, they need to be able to determine the accuracy of what they're reading by reviewing websites with a critical eye.

It's Easy to Develop a Website

There are many platforms (like GoDaddy and Wix) that allow individuals to easily create professional-quality websites without having to learn HTML coding. That means that anyone with internet access can publish virtually anything on the internet, and with current estimates of 1.145 trillion MB of data being created each day, it's unwise to assume that everything available on the internet is accurate and truthful. Middle and high school students should learn to review websites for their content, source, and purpose. By becoming educated consumers of information, students will gain a better understanding of what they're reading and the context.

Becoming a website sleuth is actually quite easy when students know what to look for. Middle and high school students can review three facets of any site to determine the validity and objectivity of what they're reading or viewing: 1. appearance versus content; 2. source of information; and 3. the website's purpose.

Separating Appearance From Content

A site can look polished and professional yet include inaccurate content-or, conversely, it can look imperfect yet disseminate factual information. It's therefore helpful for students to intellectually separate a website's look from the information the site is sharing.

Is the website easy to navigate? Students want to understand how to steer through pages and links quickly to find information without any confusion. Contemporary websites should load fast and lead visitors to material with the smallest number of clicks possible. That includes an efficient way to return to the home page, too.

Are there a lot of ads or pop-ups on the site? Quality websites strive to reduce distractions and to maintain focus on the information they provide. Numerous advertisements, especially those that occupy significant visual space and continuously reload, can negatively impact a learner's focus and comprehension. When there are ads on webpages, students can assess whether the advertised products make sense for the particular sites. Here's an example of a satirical site with pop-ups and advertisements.

Does the website include many spelling, syntax, or grammatical errors? Reputable internet publishers strive to post error-free, easy-to-understand information. Error-filled writing can be difficult to read and dilute the context. Note: Be flexible with nonnative English speakers who post in English.

Do graphics serve a purpose? Images should have specific purposes, such as extending understanding or clarifying information. Graphics should make sense and not confuse or merely decorate the space in a random manner.

Reviewing the Source of Information

It's important to find out where the information on the website originated by looking at the bottom of its home page or scanning "About Us" or "FAQ." If an organization authors a site, students should conduct a short review to find out more about the group.

Website domains provide information. Use the URL (uniform resource locator) to learn about the site's source. Endings such as .gov or .edu are attributed to government or educational institutions, which can add legitimacy to sites.

Is the author qualified to provide this information? Once students determine a website's publisher, they can dig deeper to learn more about the person or organization. Find out if and how the website source is qualified to provide the information by conducting a brief review of the author. With the understanding that website publication is inexpensive and easy, readers should be aware of a website author's experience and education in the targeted field.

Check a few sources. Trustworthy sites typically provide links to other reputable sources, so it's wise to review several links to validate the information. If no sources are listed, check for other websites that use the current one as a reference.

Checking for the Purpose of the Site

Is the site sharing facts, or is it interpreting them for its readers? An individual conducting research might begin with a website that shares basic information, while registered voters making decisions about candidates might prefer websites that have already sifted through data and share opinions. A site's purpose will be interconnected with its source.

To determine a site's purpose:

Review the home page and a few others. The website or organization might be trying to sell a product or even promote a particular point of view. A biased site might include product or organization advertisements that support its ideals, or there could be opinionated blogging and one-sided articles. Biased sites try to persuade, and they might include video, still images, music, partial interpretation of data, and an appeal to emotions, rather than sharing impartial information. Consider Foundation for a Smoke-Free World and the World Health Organization's statement-sites published by two very different organizations.

Confirm the context of quotes and information. Research the origins of a few website quotes or images to verify the context of the originals, and to help determine if the site is legitimate. It takes only a click to insert a quote, so review the wording and context of the original phrase to glean the original meaning. If the site doesn't include accurate information from other sources, the purpose likely is to persuade readers.

Promotional or unbiased websites shouldn't be universally viewed as bad or faulty. In fact, there's a lot to learn from understanding others' points of view. Sometimes biased websites are published to present farcical material for entertainment, which can be particularly challenging for students to identify.

Here are a few sites you can use to teach students how to review websites: Aluminum Foil Deflector Beanie, Dihydrogen Monoxide Research, Petrol Direct, Ninja Burger, The Republic of Cascadia.

Once students determine that a website is one they want to access, they should find several others to use for cross-checking information. Confirm by checking various websites, periodicals, and even books: One source is not enough. With the continuous deluge of websites, it's more important than ever that we teach middle and high school students to critically review the sources of their information.

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Perceptive adults and savvy students know that saying something doesn't make it a fact, and neither does publishing information on the internet. But how to know which websites are sharing accurate information? As middle and high school students conduct research or access the internet on their own time, they need to be able to determine the accuracy of what they're reading by reviewing websites with a critical eye.

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100+ Tools for Differentiating Instruction Through Social Media

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