How To - Tech & Learning

How One District’s Mental Health Program is Saving Millions & Helping Students

By Erik Ofgang published 31 October 22

Randolph Township Schools in New Jersey has increased its mental health supports and saved money in the process.

What is Botsify and How Can It Be Used to Teach? Tips & Tricks

By Luke Edwards published 31 October 22

Botsify is an educational chatbot that aims to help both teachers and students

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Creating A Roblox Classroom

By Stephanie Smith Budhai, Ph.D. published 28 October 22

By creating a Roblox classroom, teachers can provide opportunities for collaboration, creativity, and more

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Teaching the Russia – Ukraine War

By Erik Ofgang published 26 October 22

Addressing the Russian invasion of Ukraine is an opportunity for learning and discussion on a number of topics.

Improving DEI District-Wide

By Erik Ofgang last updated 24 October 22

The David Douglas School District's DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) efforts have led to restorative justice practices in the classroom and more diversity among educators.

How to Integrate School Security and Communication Technology

By Beverly Miller published 24 October 22

With so many school security and communication products available, it’s important to make sure any you add will work with existing solutions

How Can TikTok Be Used in the Classroom?

By Luke Edwards published 21 October 22

TikTok can be a useful tool for student engagement in the class and beyond, using this guide.

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What is Pear Deck and How Does It Work? Tips and Tricks

By Luke Edwards published 21 October 22

Pear Deck uses video to get students engaged while helping educators track progress.

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Boom Cards Lesson Plan

By Stephanie Smith Budhai, Ph.D. last updated 20 October 22

This Boom Cards lesson plan can help educators integrate the tool into their instruction

What is Boom Cards and How Does It Work? Best Tips & Tricks

By Luke Edwards last updated 20 October 22

Boom Cards lets students practice all kinds of skills from their device, anywhere.

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What is ClassDojo? Teaching Tips

By Luke Edwards published 20 October 22

ClassDojo connects the classroom and home in a more digitally engaging way by improving communication.

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Making the Grade: Standards-Based, Traditional, or Both?

By Erik Ofgang published 20 October 22

Replacing traditional grades with a competency or standards-based assessment isn’t easy but it often gets an A+ from educators.

Virtual ASL Interpreters: 5 Tips for Using Technology to Improve Accessibility

By Erik Ofgang published 20 October 22

Live streaming virtual ASL interpreters can help schools overcome a shortage in ASL educators. Here are some best practices.

What is Juji and How Can It Be Used to Teach? Tips & Tricks

By Luke Edwards published 19 October 22

Juji is an artificially intelligent chatbot system designed to help engage students and guide them, freeing up teacher time.

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How to Leverage AI Teaching Apps

By Stephanie Smith Budhai, Ph.D. last updated 18 October 22

AI teaching apps can help you teach smarter not harder

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Using Data to Inform Teaching & Change School Culture

By Erik Ofgang published 18 October 22

Barrington School District 220 leaders gathered data from students and staff during the pandemic to ensure the spirit of innovation and change would continue.