Due to the funding and circumstances resulting from COVID, we have access to more digital tools than ever before in my school district. I am sure most of you are in the same situation. Where in the past we relied on free and/or freemium versions of digital tools, we have purchased premium accounts. We used to dream of being able to afford a division learning management system … [Read more...]
The Magic Beneath the Surface of EdTech
In many pursuits in life and learning there is are easy ways that cut corners and often harder but more rewarding avenues to get to your desired destination. The world of edtech is no different, especially with the incredible pace at which technology is evolving. I couldn’t more passionately recommend to not move away from a technology just because there is a new one and/or … [Read more...]
Brainstorm 2020: Educational Duct Tape: an EdTech Integration Mindset
<-- Back to conference page Presented by Jake Miller, Technology Integration Specialist, Orange City School District In a multi-session, content-rich, idea-filled conference like this one, educators can fall into the trap of “paradox of choice,” which often keeps educators from integrating *any* of their newly learned skills. In this session, Jake will share about how … [Read more...]
Brainstorm 2020: The Magic Beneath the Surface of EdTech
<-- Back to conference page Presented by Patrick Hausammann, Supervisor of Instructional Technology, Clarke County/UnisonEDU/VSTE Stop, collaborate, and listen! Do not move away from a technology just because there is a new one and/or without fully exploring the tool. Many times the magic of edtech tools lies beneath the surface and is only discovered after users have … [Read more...]
