Technology can be used to support students in reaching their learning goals, but it can also be used to support and streamline teacher workflow. Here are some typical challenges PE teachers face, and tech tools to help overcome these obstacles. For more physical education technology tips, read Using Technology in #PhysEd: Part 1 and […]
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Using Technology in #PhysEd: 5 Key Questions
In our previous blog post, What Comes First, Pedagogy or Technology?, I stated that technology can help us see the world with a new lens and argued that before we can accomplish that task, we must understand the destination of where we want our students to go. We must explore the learning goal and […]
Using Technology in #PhysEd: What Comes First, Pedagogy or Technology?
What should come first, the pedagogy or the technology?” – Andy Vasily, Educational Consultant and Pedagogical Coach According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, the word pedagogy is defined as the art, science or profession of teaching. Technology is defined as a capability given by the practical application of knowledge. Which comes first when planning for […]
Summer Wildlife Adventure
No matter how much kids might wish for summer during the school year, they inevitably start getting bored within two or three weeks of that final bell. Finding ways to keep the summer doldrums at bay by coming up with fun and educational plans to keep their bodies and their minds active can sometimes […]
Self-regulation and ADHD
The Centers for Disease Control statistics indicated in 2011 that roughly 11% of our school- aged kids today (that is 6.4 million students between the ages of 4-17) were reported to have a diagnosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). A 2011 study published in the American Journal of Psychiatry found that half of […]
5 Summer Activities to Keep Your Child’s Brain in the Game
Summer is here, and while summer offers a great time for kids to relax and have fun, you don’t want them to lose all the progress they’ve made during the school year. It’s important to ensure your child stays involved in activities that keep their brain in great shape. Here’s a look at some […]
Everyday Literacy for Summer
Summer vacation can be a blissful time for kids, but going for weeks and weeks without reading can add to lost skills by September. If you dread forcing your child to pick up a book, try these other activities to keep literacy skills sharp during the summer months. These reading and writing games can be […]
3Doodler Model Town: STEM + History
We often discuss the classroom applications for 3Doodler in STEM subjects, or as a way for students to learn about emerging technologies. But the educational benefits of 3Doodler aren’t just restricted to math and science, as English teacher Eva Reilly shows. Reilly challenged her high school English class to make a model of their […]
Fabulous Fridays! Highlights & Reflections for Students
Friday is a special day for children and teachers. Friday means the end of the school week and the beginning of the weekend. Even if weekends are busy, a change in daily schedule offers a needed break from the daily routine. Taking time to let students think about their week and what they’ve learned […]
Celebrate “Get Caught Reading Month” in May
Celebrated each May since 1999, Get Caught Reading Month is a time to acknowledge the magic and power of books for kids of all ages. The event, supported by groups such as Association of American Publishers and the International Literacy Association, is the perfect opportunity to make a big deal about reading for fun. […]
Fun and Funny End of the School Year Classroom Awards
Like many teachers, you probably work hard to engage students with humor to hold their attention. A fun way to cap this off with each class is by presenting humorous classroom awards at the end of the school year. But sometimes, what was meant as a joke can hurt the feelings of students and parents. […]
Finding Tech Funding for Your Classroom
We know how mind-numbing it can be to search and apply for grants and funding for your classroom. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to get gadgets into your classroom without actually taking money out of your own pocket. We decided to make it a little bit easier by showing you some opportunities that you can take […]
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