Enhancing the Student Learning Experience – Where to Find Balance? High Tech vs. Low Tech

Even if we had the most top-of-the-line, innovative devices and software in our classrooms, student learning all depends on its quality of use. Technology is here to stay but we must be effective with our usage.

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In the Near future, EdTech Companies Will Have More Influence on Curriculum

Although there are many exciting advantages there are also things we should keep in mind about Edtech, which is paving the way in an ever-increasing world.

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The Intermediate Guide to The Internet Of Things (IoT) In Education

No longer does a student need to scramble to look up content in an Encyclopedia for information or scroll through the pages of a textbook. Now with a simple search, students can access a vast array of information… but with internet information, there are drawbacks.

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How Much Do Teachers Really Spend around the Holidays, School Stuff Only

When I was a teacher, every holiday season I spent about $200. Yes, this seems like a lot but, gift-giving was a part of our school culture. Here is the breakdown below:

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The Matrix of Integrated Learning in K-12 Schools

Can you imagine writing on a digital table and sending it to your email? Well, it’s happening! Digital aids in integrated learning of print and digital material include Smart tables that are essentially digital, interactive displays as tables rather than wall displays.

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Do Students Have Rights? - The US Supreme Court Said They Do...

Across the US, students are demanding their rights to be recognized by their school administrators as students want more control over their education.

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The Most Innovative Things Happen With Student Voice And Agency are Included

Traditionally, students were not included in conversations that directly affected them even in the classroom setting but now School districts are incorporating student voice in everything they do!

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Why Is Middle School So Hard; What Are Some Problems Students Face?

Keeping Up with School Assignments, Projects, and Deadlines are just a few things that students go through during middle school; at a time when feeling socially insecure and emotionally vulnerable are at its peak.

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A Step-by-Step Guide to Teachers That Are Designing School Culture

Digital badges or micro-credentials is a way to recognize professionals who demonstrate skills and competence in specific areas of their field.

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A Step-by-Step Guide to Teachers That Are Designing School Culture

Being a change agent can be tricky but with a little help, you too can change a school’s norm. Yes, teachers and staff can shift a culture.

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Minority Teachers Struggle in Predominantly White Schools, Here is How to Support Them

Most of the teachers I know genuinely want to change the world but once we arrive in predominantly white schools we are faced with adversity.

How can we Develop a more Engaged and Involved Student?

Engaged students became more proactive in their learning, rather than just participating in classes which formed the basis of the previous understanding of engagement.

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Can Students Resolve Everyday School Conflict?

Rather than punishing students, there has been ways that researchers have been looking into bringing in programs to not only bring down student conflict in schools, but to also give students tools to be able to handle conflict

Professional Development, Instructional Coaching, ELA/ Reading Strategies, BlogEducational Innovation 360October 17, 2019Student Conflect, Peer Mentoring, Violence in Schools, K12, Prolems, Social Studies, Successful Programs, Engagement, conflict Strategies, Educational Innoation 360, Cassandra WilliamsComment

How Do Teachers Work To Raise Students' Awareness Of Social Justice Through Civic Literacy?

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Have You Thought About Including Alexa in the Classroom?

Alexa, the virtual assistant is a fun way to increase engagement in the classroom.

Opinion Piece, ReformCassandra WilliamsOctober 4, 2019Educational Innovation 360Alexa, Teachers, Innovation Classrooms, Smart Classes, Innovative Mindset, K12, Technology in Classroom, Cassandra WilliamsComment

How do you Increase Wellness Programs in your School?

Programs for wellness actively engage students in activities which alleviate anxiety, stress and other mental health wellbeing that can impact upon the learning experience for students.

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Do Students Need More Flexible Seating?

Flexible seating in educational classrooms is paving the way for a change in the future direction of teaching styles and student learning experience.

Why Should Teachers Focus on Using Bite-sized Chunks in the Classroom?

When teacher uses bite-sized chunks to share informational content everyone wins. Students enjoy learning when teachers break an activity down into digestible pieces.

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A New Approach To Teacher PD ... Ei360°

Professional Development is not functional for traditional teachers. Most schools, make traditional teachers look for opportunities outside of their job.