There are countless digital games that target the K-12 market. In this month’s Game-Based Learning webinar, presenters Dr. John Richards and Dr. Michael Levine shared a research based analysis of the market, as well as the role of these games in education reforms. The webinar explored the research conducted by Dr. Richards and the Cooney Center that… read more →
Now more than ever, it is important for teachers to get involved in active professional development that can drastically impact their growth capabilities. In this month’s Leadership 3.0 webinar, Lyn Hilt provides examples of how today’s educators can use social media tools and innovative options for more effective and meaningful professional development. She discusses edcamps,… read more →
Family Math Nights are a fun and interactive way to encourage parents to practice math education at home. In this month’s Implementing Common Core Standards in Math webinar, presenter Stephanie Shultz shared tips for hosting a successful Math Night. She discussed reasons to host a Family Math Night, resources to create activities, and how to overcome language barriers.… read more →
The common core standards are essential in creating a shift in the learning standards in this ever-changing society. If used properly, these standards can provide learners with unique ways to engage with content that is otherwise unavailable. Nicole, who was named T.H.E Journal’s Innovator of the Month, discusses how she was able to use iBooks… read more →
With technology constantly improving, now is the time to implement mobile learning devices into your curriculum. In this month’s Mobile Learning webinar, presenter Scott Newcomb shares his experiences over the past 5 years of working with students to use mobile learning devices. He highlights challenges that may come up during implementation, provides potential solutions,… read more →
Professional development is an important part of the process for teachers working in grades K – 12. Librarians should play an important role in this facilitation according to the AASL Standards. In the July webinar for our Emerging Tech community, presenter Michelle Luhtala showcased 5 professional development workshop ideas that librarians can facilitate. Among these… read more →
School garden programs are becoming more widely adopted. In this month’s School Gardens webinar, the presenter talked about the Edible Schoolyard Project, an online network that supports school garden programs around the world. The webinar demonstrated how those involved in a school garden program can collaborate and share ideas. It also shared best practices for… read more →
Transitioning to the Common Core Standards requires teachers to use new methods that emphasize a conceptual understanding of Math. In this month’s Blended Learning webinar, presenter John SanGiovanni discussed best practices for implementing these methods. John shared a case study from Howard County Schools where administrators created an implementation plan that included a feedback and support system,… read more →
How does your garden grow in the fall? With cold frames, and chilly plants, and covered beds all in a row? Quite the contrary! Presenter Thianda Manzara talked about back to school gardening in this month’s Growing School Gardens webinar. She discussed several choices for cover crops, ideal conditions for growing and harvesting, and the science behind… read more →
Like all online learning models, implementing an online language learning program can be a large task to undertake. Without the right plan, implementation goals can get lost in translation. In this month’s Tech for Language webinar, presenter Jennifer Frazier explored different implementation models, as well as best practices for implementation. Attendees learned about current trends… read more →