by EmergingEdTech | Jun 16, 2021 | Academic Technology
As we complete a second school year dramatically impacted by COVID-19, we should step back and ask what we have learned and what will the future of education hold. Clearly, learning has suffered in large, online environments where full classrooms of students had to...
by EmergingEdTech | Jun 14, 2021 | Academic Technology
If you use it right… Figure 1: A concept map exploring the core idea of this article Concept mapping was invented by a team around Joseph D. Novak in the 1970s, initially as a tool for representing how students understand a specific problem or topic – as a better way...
by EmergingEdTech | Jun 8, 2021 | Academic Technology
The past year of navigating the pandemic has accelerated many educational trends that had already been gaining speed. One of the most important to the future is blended learning. Blended learning combines face-to-face teaching and online instruction. It’s supported by...
by EmergingEdTech | Jun 7, 2021 | Academic Technology
Image Source While many hope to see a return to more face-to-face learning this coming fall, this piece reminds us how much of a negative impact too much hybrid learning can have on developing young children. – KW Remote and hybrid education plans have become the norm...
by EmergingEdTech | Jun 2, 2021 | Academic Technology
The term ‘Gamification’ was coined by computer programmers in 2002 and became trendy in 2009 thanks to Foursquare. By 2011, gamification was considered a buzzword when Gartner added it to its ‘Hype Cycle’ list and today gamification is hotter than ever...
by EmergingEdTech | May 31, 2021 | Academic Technology
While some might argue that studying from home is necessary in the current times, some view it as a convenience. You get to absorb the materials at your own pace, and you can even do it in your pajamas if you choose to. At the same time, however, online learning could...
by EmergingEdTech | May 18, 2021 | Academic Technology
Regular reader here know that I’ve shared a posts about this important topic. Socila media can be such a negative force in our world. In addition to this gurst post below, your can explore this more here and here. Thanks to Alecia Carroll for this new piece. –...
by EmergingEdTech | May 12, 2021 | Academic Technology
Image Source Due to COVID-19, learning has taken a new shape and form for both teachers and students. Today, classes no longer occur within the four walls of a classroom. Students no longer pack their bags and rush to their respective rooms to greet their teachers...
by EmergingEdTech | May 8, 2021 | Academic Technology
Shining a Spotlight on Skilled Trades Training According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2020, 59% of the available U.S. workforce was 19-39 years old. The rise of the digital generation, coupled with a lack of skilled trades specialists to meet demand, has...
by EmergingEdTech | May 5, 2021 | Academic Technology
I realize that there may be many educators out there who are already experienced with creating and utilizing effective feedback loops in their courses, classrooms, and institutions. Based on my experience, in higher education, there is more structure requiring formal...
by EmergingEdTech | May 3, 2021 | Academic Technology
The cancellation of summative assessments in the spring of 2020 coupled with the variability of the spring 2021 testing season has significantly impacted the K–12 assessment landscape, making formative and frequent checks for understanding an educators’ main line of...
by EmergingEdTech | Apr 28, 2021 | Academic Technology
Intellectual property, as defined by the European Parliament Factsheet on Intellectual, industrial and commercial property, “encompasses […] inventions (patents), trademarks, industrial designs and models and designations of origin, and artistic and literary...
by EmergingEdTech | Apr 22, 2021 | Academic Technology
The conversation around the proactive use of artificial intelligence in the recruiting and hiring process is increasing. Companies have reaped the benefits of AI use in customer acquisition and retention, eCommerce strategy, and sales techniques. Success in these...
by EmergingEdTech | Apr 20, 2021 | Academic Technology
Image Source Augmented reality is one of the cloud technologies that bridgesthe gap between what you see and what you imagine. To define it more realistically, it is a technology that enhances the physically existing parameters of the real world to yield enhanced...
by EmergingEdTech | Apr 17, 2021 | Academic Technology
At The College of Westchester we have had to deal supporting Adobe Photoshop while teaching remotely it presents several challenges to the high tech requirements and the cost. When Martin Stein reached out and suggested that I consider a post about Pixlr I asked for...
by EmergingEdTech | Apr 12, 2021 | Academic Technology
Public speaking is a powerful skills, yet young students (and even older ones) are often rather fearful of it. In fact, it remains a common fear well into adulthood for many people. Some kids are naturally good speakers and take to public speaking, while others fear...
by EmergingEdTech | Mar 31, 2021 | Academic Technology
Image by Biljana Jovanovic from Pixabay Okay, can you guess what it is? What’s colorful, interactive, and useful to summarize a biology lecture? The answer: a mind map! It’s an easy and engaging method to summarize complex topics, do group assignments, store...
by EmergingEdTech | Mar 29, 2021 | Academic Technology
Universities and K-12 educators alike are experiencing challenges in keeping students engaged and finding the right tools to digitally transform the classroom during distance learning. Students are faced with distractions, lack of motivation, technical issues along...
by EmergingEdTech | Mar 24, 2021 | Academic Technology
Image Source When I first read this suggested topic title I groaned, thinking of those teachers who too easily resort to showing a TV program or movie in class when they just don’t want to teach. Yet when I read the piece, it was interesting and informative....
by EmergingEdTech | Mar 22, 2021 | Academic Technology
Virtual Reality (VR) is a technology that becomes increasingly popular in many fields of our lives. It is most commonly known for its entertainment applications (movies and video games), which creates false preconceptions around its potential. In many countries, VR is...
by EmergingEdTech | Mar 15, 2021 | Academic Technology
Image source School bullies have been the scourge of classrooms since the beginning of organized education. It’s such a pervasive issue that the US federal government sponsors an entire initiative aimed at solving the problem. There’s even been a push to...
by EmergingEdTech | Mar 8, 2021 | Academic Technology
source: unsplash.com Gamification is an increasingly popular strategy for education. Students in the modern digital world are used to playing all kinds of games on their smartphones, consoles, and computers. By leveraging some of the fun associated with games in the...
by EmergingEdTech | Feb 22, 2021 | Academic Technology
Education is the backbone of a thriving society. Civilizations have focused on the transfer of knowledge since the beginning of time. As educators are always looking for new ways to transfer knowledge more effectively, quickly, and easily, they have turned to virtual...
by EmergingEdTech | Feb 10, 2021 | Academic Technology
The world of education is no stranger to controversy. Every year, you’ll find a splashy headline about how different school districts teach different versions of history from very different history textbooks. Or you’ll encounter one special interest group...
by EmergingEdTech | Feb 8, 2021 | Academic Technology
I teach high school. But I’m not a teacher. I’m a tech professional who believes in transforming education. This is a story about where high school education might go. The High School Entrepreneur Six years ago I was asked to create an entrepreneurship...
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