by Emma | Nov 15, 2023 | Apps, Blog, Criminal Activity, Cybersecurity, Digital Literacy, Educational Technology, Interactive learning, Media Literacy, Online Learning, Technology
The integration of apps into education revolutionized the way students learn and teachers instruct them. Educational apps offer a versatile platform for interactive and engaging learning experiences, catering to various subjects and age groups. They enable...
by Emma | Dec 15, 2022 | Apps, Creative Learning, Distance Learning, Educational Technology, Interactive learning, Lesson Planning, Media Literacy, Online Learning, Pedagogy, Safe Learning Environment, Teaching Topics, Technology
Most schools require teachers to integrate technology into their lesson plans. This ensures that students acquire the technological skills they need. When looking at these tools on the internet, teachers should consider how they can help students learn new material in...
by Annika Bastian | Sep 29, 2022 | Blog, Creative Learning, Cyberbullying, Digital Literacy, Educational Technology, Interactive learning, Lesson Planning, Media Literacy, Online Dangers, Online Learning, Pedagogy, Safe Learning Environment, Social Learning, Teachers, Teaching Topics, Technology
Schools encourage teachers to include technology in the classroom while engaging students through creative projects. Using multimedia design in the classroom provides students with skills for their future by integrating technology and creativity. Additionally, studies...
by Emma | Jan 20, 2022 | Blog, Cyberbullying, Digital Literacy, Digital Safety, Distance Learning, Educational Technology, Emergency Preparedness, Interactive learning, Online Learning, Pedagogy, Safe Learning Environment, Teaching Topics, Technology
In 2020, the Covid-19 pandemic led to nationwide school closures. Districts turned to technology to continue educating students. Though our classrooms are no longer entirely digital, it’s clear that educational technology is here to stay – and that it’s going to play...
by Annika Bastian | Oct 28, 2021 | Blog, Creative Learning, Digital Safety, Educational Technology, Interactive learning, Lesson Planning, Mental Health, Online Learning, Pedagogy, Safe Learning Environment, Social Learning, Social-Emotional Learning, Suicide Prevention, Teachers, Teaching Topics, Technology
Research shows that play offers an extensive array of benefits for children and adults alike. Many of these benefits relate to mental health. For example, play can reduce stress, strengthen brain function, and increase adaptability. Educators in early childhood...
by Sarah Vice | Sep 30, 2021 | Administrators, Blog, Bullying, Creative Learning, Cyberbullying, Digital Citizenship, Distance Learning, Educational Technology, Interactive learning, Mental Health, Online Dangers, Online Learning, Parents, Safe Learning Environment, Special Needs Students, suicide, Suicide Prevention, Teachers, Technology
The 1997 amendments to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) includes information for schools about assistive technology devices. For students with learning disabilities, assistive technology may include “any item, piece of equipment, or product...
