#5: 20 educational resources for new teachers
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Cybersecurity learning standards offer a new look at a consistent threat
New K-12 cybersecurity learning standards aim to build awareness and create a more diverse talent pipeline
#7: The 4 essentials of a successful Genius Hour
Genius Hour projects may be open ended, but there are still some ground rules.
#8: 10 TED-Ed videos your students can use today
Engaging videos help students learn about STEM concepts with real-world relevance.
#10: What does a flipped classroom look like at each grade level?
Take an inside look at how 3 teachers personalize learning for each student.
8 teacher-loved edtech tools to try in 2017
These edtech tools are already being used with success by teachers and schools across the country, so give them a try!
Are librarians the key to a Future Ready school?
School and district leaders should consider a Future Ready Librarian framework to better enable innovative strategies and practices.
Um…so what do teachers do now after the Hour of Code?
To help teachers new to coding, experts give ideas that don’t rely heavily on technology to continue computer science education throughout the year.
Is a virtual education the future for K-12 students?
Virtual education expert details six ways these schools are better than traditional brick-and-mortar classrooms.
5 critical considerations for CBE and CBL implementation
Expert details the differences between CBE and CBL and why these differences matter will matter in your school or college.
10 essential skills for today’s technology leader
CoSN defines their essential skills with support of the NSF; aims to advance district technology leadership.
4 ways to enhance STEM in preK classrooms
Early childhood educator discusses how to leverage natural curiosity in prek classrooms for STEM learning and excitement.
10 Hour of Code and computer science resources
During Computer Science Education Week, tap into these tools to help students participate in the Hour of Code and other activities
We used these Google tools in our schools and saw tangible results soar
Research group talks with more than 100 district and school leaders to see if Google tools, technology overall, make a real difference.
ISTE seeks your opinion on its Standards for Teachers
Newly released ISTE toolkit includes facilitator’s guide, surveys, presentation slides for participating.
Using politics to teach critical thinking
Politics delivered via political ads are divisive, biased, and tough to parse. All the better to help teach tomorrow’s voters today’s 21st-century skills.
The 4 most common mistakes districts make in professional development
Expert details the mistakes district leaders often make in tech-based PD; offers enlightening solution.
12 districts honored for their innovative digital curriculum transition strategies
Learning Counsel's annual National Gathering was an occasion to celebrate success and connect ed-tech leaders facing similar challenges.
K-12 data is failing students-here’s what education could look like
A new report offers insight and 7 steps policymakers can take to better leverage data in schools.
Stop! Why the mis-definition of student equity needs to end
A new look at barriers to students getting the resources they need to succeed starts with defining equity versus equality.
7 elements of successful special education programs
A new study reveals how inclusion for students with disability yields the most successful results in charter school special education programs.
What is Obama’s K-12 education legacy?
Thought leaders argue that the Obama administration’s K-12 legacy found its success in partly scaling back its initial metrics-heavy approach.
3 tips for teachers addressing the election
As educators, how and what should we teach our students during an election cycle? How can we ensure objectivity and truth in an online world?
College- and career-ready expectations for students with disabilities
New report analyzing the diplomas available to students with disabilities in each state for the graduating class of 2015.
Are outdated computers reverting students to a prehistoric era?
3 reasons why there’s an increased need to get rid of keyboards and move to pen-based computers for today’s students.
School system makes world languages available to military and ELL families through digital access program
Clarksville-Montgomery County School System aims to improve and broaden language learning resources for its students and community with Rosetta Stone partnership.
These Google Forms turn video from passive to active learning
Video-based questions and Google forms get students invested in current events
Middle School students use green screens, technology to connect to learning
Wisc. students are creating comic books, videos, and more
Back-to-school GoFundMe promotion gives every classroom a $50 bonus
In addition to the tissues and graphing calculators on most school supplies lists, teachers might consider something new -- a small cash donation. For its relatively-new back-to-school promotion,…
6 tips to make the most of student blogging
Blogging with students can lead to some powerful and unexpected outcomes. And getting started is probably easier than you think.
Free virtual field trip celebrates Queen Elizabeth II’s 90th birthday
‘Happy Birthday, Your Majesty’ features a tour of Windsor Castle and discussion of the British Monarchy To celebrate the Queen’s ... Read more
This easy presentation software lets students focus on content, not design
Students spend more time playing around with presentation software than you might think. Shouldn’t they be using that time on the material itself? Fortunately, there is a new…
Few teachers give schools an ‘A’ for classroom technology
Only 16 percent of teachers in a recent survey give their schools an 'A' for incorporating technology into their classroom, and 48 percent of all surveyed teachers consider…
5 ways to interest more girls (and boys) in science
Reworking lessons and the classroom environment can help girls excel at STEM courses Despite recent advances, women remain underrepresented in ... Read more
The 4 essential elements of passion-based learning
Teaching students effectively means getting to know them -- and their passions.
Why this one STEM course has four different teachers
A STEM rotation model engages students in multifaceted projects with real-world implications What does it mean to truly apply classroom ... Read more
Students see the future through robots
Robotics programs drive interest and teach critical thinking Brittany Lopez held the remote with care, keeping her eyes on the ... Read more
How to plan and create true flexible learning spaces
In a blended learning world, learning spaces need to adapt Teachers who are moving to a blended learning paradigm soon ... Read more
13 apps that promote higher-order thinking standards
