Why Less Could be More in EdTech
By: Robert Dillon. After a recent visit to FETC, Robert shares why he thinks the future of EdTech could mean less technology and require better partnerships between schools, researchers, and developers.
Soon Devices Will Matter Less, In the Meantime Prioritize
There's no doubt that we have more devices in schools these days, but the bad news is there are often many different types, on different operating systems, with no real "plan" on how to effectively use them in classrooms. In this post, Scott Ellis of The Learning Accelerator shares five observations about the journey of innovation and what EdLeaders can do when they discover an EdTech mess.
EdTech10: Celebrating Changemakers
This week’s EdTech10 edition is powered by important news that promise to help change the world of education and impact student learning, achievement and success.
17 Teacher Tech Tools for High Quality Project-Based Learning
Teachers can use a variety of tech tools to translate best teaching practices into rich, rigorous high quality projects for their project-based learning classroom.
How Storytelling Works in the Brain and Why We Need Stories
Stories--with their intentional character development, plot formation, inflection points, and communicated core beliefs progress far beyond the basic language areas of the brain. They are crucial in
How Online School Helps My Future Career
By: Alex Angelo. How one GenDIY member has begun carving his career path early while attending online school, helping him to continue his education and pursue his entertainment industry dreams.
Using Data Conversations to Accelerate Impact and Improve Outcomes
By: Leo Bialis-White. Data provides hints, not answers. But when brought together with context and conversation, data can become actionable insights that translate into powerful changes for students. As an educator or school leader, here are strategies for fostering a culture that is receptive to data conversations.
10 Simple Lesson Plans for Scaffolding Student-Led Projects
From tips on assessment to how best to involve adult mentors, this is a guide for anyone who wants to lead student-led and student-centered projects in the classroom. The curriculum, adopted from Youth Engaged in Leadership & Learning, is broken down into 10 simple lessons-- to scaffolding student-led projects and create engagement and student ownership of learning.
6 Reasons You Should Be Doing Digital Storytelling with Your Students
Most likely, you are doing digital storytelling activities in your classroom already. But, if you are not yet convinced of the benefits of digital storytelling, here are the top six reasons why you should be doing digital storytelling activities with your students.
#FETC | Moving Student Consumers to Creators of Digital Games
By: Cori Coburn. While there are excellent technology tools available to help educators create engaging content, I would like to invite a change of perspective: Seek the tools and opportunities that allow students to become the creators of these game based tools.