Tag: education
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Super Mario, Algorithms, and Iterative Writing
Fourth graders wrote game algorithms to improve writing clarity. Students tested each other’s instructions through Super Mario gameplay. A classic video game became a fun tool for integrated ELA and CS learning. Getting technology into the classroom can open up amazing learning possibilities, and sometimes the coolest lessons come from places you might not expect.…
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Using Google Translate Conversation Mode to Shine
Technology bridges language barriers for students in the classroom. A student’s resilience and determination lead to significant academic and personal growth. Empowering educators with EdTech strategies creates opportunities for student success. What happens when a student faces a language barrier but refused to let it hold her back? You got a powerful reminder of how…
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Power Up Your Social Studies Lesson with Algorithms and Super Mario
History Meets CS: Students use algorithms to map explorers’ and gold seekers’ routes, integrating geography and computational thinking. Lesson Remix with Mario: Teachers kick off with a Super Mario Brothers challenge to build algorithmic thinking in a fun, familiar way. Collaboration and Creativity: Through whiteboard planning, gallery walks, and gameplay testing, students refine and apply…
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Teach CS Without “Teaching” CS: Cross Content Connections
Infuse CS practices into any K–8 subject with ease and creativity Empower students through storytelling, remixing, and prompt engineering Support equity, engagement, and future-ready skills—all without extra curriculum That’s one of the powerful ideas behind Cross Content Connections, a new coaching tool website developed by members of the Cal-MSCS Grant Computer Science content area team.…
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Discover YourStory: Personal, Fun, Inclusive Learning
Engaging, AI-Powered Learning Across Subjects – Brings all content areas to life with interactive, personalized experiences. Dynamic Tools for Students and Teachers – Includes AI characters, tutors, lesson planners, and more. Inclusive, Mission-Driven Education – Prioritizes diversity, storytelling, and meaningful student growth. Bring Any Subject to Life with AI-Powered Engagement Struggling to get students excited…
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Meet Diffit for Math!
Instantly generate word problems by concept, theme, and grade level Customize with visuals, solutions, translations, and export options Engage students with fun, themed problems—no extra prep required! What if creating engaging, grade-appropriate math word problems took minutes instead of hours? If you’ve ever spent your precious planning time scouring the internet or tweaking word problems…
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A Week in the Life of an EdTech Coach: Empowering Classrooms with AI
Hands-on PD with AI tools that support differentiation, creativity, and student voice Classroom coaching and co-teaching to bring AI strategies to life in real time Collaborative lessons that foster critical thinking, peer feedback, and joyful learning What does it look like when technology, creativity, and pedagogy come together in real classrooms? This week, I had…
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Love NotebookLM? Check out the New Mind Map Feature!
Turn your uploaded teaching resources into a visual Mind Map in seconds with NotebookLM. Easily organize and break down complex topics like historical events, science processes, or story elements. Download your Mind Map as a PDF to use as a lesson aid or student study tool. Ever wish you could take a pile of teaching…
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Need Support with CAASPP? Curipod can help!
Free, ready-to-use CAASPP prep lessons with Curipod’s AI tool Customize by grade, topic, passage type, and skill focus Support student growth while saving time on test prep It’s that time of year again—standardized testing season is knocking on our classroom doors. If you’re in California, chances are you’ve got CAASPP on your mind. The good…
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Brisk Teaching’s New Podcast Feature
Brisk turns Google Docs and Slides into instant, conversational podcasts. The tool supports multilingual learners through accessible, audio-based content. Teachers can create short, personalized episodes for anytime, anywhere learning. Brisk Teaching just launched a game-changing feature: automated, conversational podcasts generated directly from your Google Slides or Docs. With just a few clicks, teachers can now…
