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4 Ways Canva Visual Aids Can Help SLCN Students

4 Ways Canva Visual Aids Can Help SLCN Students

Every student learns differently, which means that many educators may have to alter their approach to accommodate students with different needs. One of the best ways to work with students who SLCN that require help with communicating, understanding, and following rules/routines is by using visual aids. A visual aid is an item, such as an […]

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Get Interactive with BookWidgets

Get Interactive with BookWidgets

Gone are the days where our lessons are limited to pencil and paper assignments! As educators, we’re always looking for new ideas to enhance our classroom instruction and engage our students. BookWidgets is the perfect tool for making your lessons interactive. The best part is that BookWidgets is user-friendly for both teachers and students! Create […]

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Introducing the iRobot Root

Introducing the iRobot Root

By now, iRobot has become a household name that many people will recognize. Maybe you have one of their products in your house right now, such as the Roomba, the robotic vacuum. With just the push of a button, you can program your Roomba to clean at a specific time. It can map out the […]

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Elevate Your Teaching with Updates to SMART Notebook

Elevate Your Teaching with Updates to SMART Notebook

SMART Notebook has recently updated to its latest version, 23.1! There are some amazing new features designed for higher-level teaching. SMART’s cloud platform, Lumio has become more popular but, many teachers continue to stick with what they know, which is SMART Notebook. In order to satisfy users who continue to utilize Notebook, SMART has made […]

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Thanking Community Helpers with Cricut

Thanking Community Helpers with Cricut

Reflecting on our lives and what we are thankful for can be a wonderful way to help students practice gratitude and gain new perspectives that can improve their overall mental health. We may choose to think about our homes, families, friends, and other things that we are fortunate to have. These types of exercises can […]

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Top 5 Ways to Incorporate Plickers Inside the Classroom

Top 5 Ways to Incorporate Plickers Inside the Classroom

Are you searching for quick and easy formative assessment resources in your classroom? Look no further than Plickers! Plickers, a free formative assessment tool used in the classroom, are paper cards with unique QR codes on them. Students are each given their own Plickers card, which is designed to be held up by the students […]

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4 Surefire Ways to Reignite Student Engagement After a Holiday Break

4 Surefire Ways to Reignite Student Engagement After a Holiday Break

The holiday season is upon us, and that means the first half of the school year is coming to its unofficial close. Students and teachers alike are excited to start the much-needed break from school. For students, it’s a time to break away from their ordinary routines, and not have to worry about tests, quizzes, […]

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Winter STEAM Challenges

Winter STEAM Challenges

Winter can be a challenging yet exciting time of year. From holiday parties and dances to field trips and concert performances, there always seems to be something going on. Not to mention, the abundance of students being absent due to club trips, family holiday plans, etc. can put a damper on your lesson plans. STEM […]

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Using Piper to Introduce CS and Boost Student Confidence

Using Piper to Introduce CS and Boost Student Confidence

Looking to try something new and different in your classroom? Look no further than Piper Inc. to bring both physical building and digital learning to your students! Piper’s inaugural product is a build-it-yourself computer kit that focuses on electrical circuitry and coding.  Piper is the brainchild of Cofounder and Co-CEO, Shree Bose, who won the first ever Google Science Fair in […]

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App Development for Beginners with MAD-learn

App Development for Beginners with MAD-learn

In the age of technology, it is difficult to maneuver in the ever-changing digital landscape that we face each day. New advancements in areas like coding, programming, app development, and robotics have contributed to the rise of tech, but these concepts can be overwhelming for K-12 students and teachers to fully grasp. Enter MAD-learn, the web-based mobile app […]

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5 Benefits of Using Cricut in the Classroom

5 Benefits of Using Cricut in the Classroom

Educators are constantly looking for new and innovative ways to engage students. While core subjects such as math and reading are priorities, teachers are also looking for ways to encourage creativity in the classroom. One tool that has gained popularity in recent years is the Cricut cutting machine. Cricut machines were designed for crafting and […]

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The Power of Using Wakelet to Create a Virtual Calming Room

The Power of Using Wakelet to Create a Virtual Calming Room

A virtual calming room is a designated, digital space for students, families, and teachers to find tools and strategies for managing emotions and feelings. You can create a calming room using many different platforms, but one of the most effective and engaging tools is Wakelet. Through Wakelet, you can curate a calming environment and easily […]

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Introducing Practice Sets in Google Classroom

Introducing Practice Sets in Google Classroom

Have you heard about the newest feature in Google Classroom? You may have noticed a new section in your Classroom dashboard called ‘“practice sets.” Practice sets, exclusive to Google Classroom, are interactive assignments that provide students with real-time feedback. This engaging tool is available for users with the Teaching and Learning Upgrade or Education Plus Google […]

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5 Classroom Management Tricks: Low Tech to No Tech

5 Classroom Management Tricks: Low Tech to No Tech

Classroom management is often associated with rules, consequences, and “dos and don’ts;” however, it is so much more than that! At its core, classroom management is about building strong relationships with your students and encouraging them to be active, productive members of a classroom community. A strong classroom culture based on trust and respect allows […]

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Creating Awesome Screen Recordings on Your Chromebook

Creating Awesome Screen Recordings on Your Chromebook

As of early this year, Google announced some updates to their Chromebook app called Screencast. This great tool enables teachers to record tutorials and procedural videos to help students know what to do during their lessons. Students can likewise record screencasts on their Chromebooks to demonstrate their learning and do presentations using their webcam, voice, […]

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​​Teaching AI to Young Learners, Is It Worth It?

​​Teaching AI to Young Learners, Is It Worth It?

We are fortunate to live in a world with enough technological advancements to make our daily lives easier. One of these leading forms of technology comes in the form of AI, or artificial intelligence, and it has been taking over the mainstream media. With the ability to mimic human intelligence and perform cognitive functions, it’s […]

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Taking Creativity to New Heights with Canva and Book Creator

Taking Creativity to New Heights with Canva and Book Creator

You may already know and love Book Creator, the engaging, web-based creation tool that gives students the ability to design and self-publish their very own e-books. You may also be familiar with Canva, the easy-to-use digital design platform that allows you to create anything from social media posts, worksheets, posters, presentations, and more. Get ready […]

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5 Ways Combining AR and 3D Printing Can Transform Learning

5 Ways Combining AR and 3D Printing Can Transform Learning

As any educator knows, the tools of the classroom have undergone a drastic change in the last decade or so. The majority of schools around the country now boast STEM labs, makerspaces, 3D printers, interactive flat panels, and other educational technology. These tools have become indispensable in the 21st century learning environment and will only […]

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5 Classroom Activities Using Split Screen on Your SMART Board

5 Classroom Activities Using Split Screen on Your SMART Board

Interactive flat panels like SMART Boards are ubiquitous in classrooms these days. You’re probably using your SMART Board regularly, but are you getting the most out of all its tools and functions? If you’re like most educators, you’ve probably got your favorite methods and shortcuts on your trusty board, and maybe a few clever tricks […]

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Tapping Into the Tools of Google Docs

Tapping Into the Tools of Google Docs

It’s now been a little over three years since the pandemic shut down schools and sent learning online. Since that time, schools have had to go through some major technological adjustments. Now, it’s time to revisit the amazing tools that were pushed to the forefront. Learning to use these tools to their full potential can […]

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3 Immersive CTE Experiences with zSpace

3 Immersive CTE Experiences with zSpace

Looking for an ingenious way to launch or invigorate your career and technical education (CTE) programming? Look no further than zSpace – a complete AR/VR system that allows students to have unparalleled, hands-on experiences in CTE fields. Plus, students can learn the essentials without any of the mess or fuss involved in other methods of […]

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4 Versatile Tools to Support ELLs

4 Versatile Tools to Support ELLs

Why is technology such a powerful tool for our ELLs? It can provide them with even more ways to access instructional materials and acquire new language skills. Students can access information and demonstrate understanding using a variety of modalities. It can also help teachers offer more personalized support. Technology can give all students the tools […]

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Dyslexia and Technology: Using Microsoft Tools in the Classroom

Dyslexia and Technology: Using Microsoft Tools in the Classroom

Dyslexia is a neurological disorder that affects reading and writing skills. Students with dyslexia find it harder to read and spell words, as it can significantly affect their educational performance in school. It has been found that one in five students struggle with dyslexia. Fortunately, technology companies like Microsoft are helping in the fight against […]

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Teq Summer PD 2023

Teq Summer PD 2023

  Summer is here and we’re excited to announce our annual Summer PD offerings. This year we’re hosting professional learning for hot topics like Google Apps, Microsoft Education, esports, blending learning, and SMART. Plus, all of our Summer PD courses are available for free! We will also be offering a Google Admin Bootcamp over the […]

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