Tech Tool of the Month: ClassQuestion – Part 2

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In Part 1 of this blog, we introduced you to ClassQuestion and discussed applying the SAMR Model and the Triple E Framework to using it in your instruction. Today’s post offers detailed instructions for using this tool and shares classroom implementation ideas. ClassQuestion is a simple tool for conducting class polls and sending students questions. … read more »


Tech Tool of the Month: ClassQuestion – Part 1

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Are you looking to make your classroom more dynamic and engaging? ClassQuestion is a simple tool for conducting class polls and sending students questions. Imagine getting instant feedback that helps you understand what your students are thinking. Send replies from any device (laptop, tablet, phone). Results are instant, and accounts are entirely free. You can … read more »


Using Microsoft Tools for Authentic Assessment

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It’s important for 21st-century classroom teachers to consider how to include authentic assessments in their classrooms. Authentic assessments provide a valuable alternative to traditional assessments and allow students to practically and meaningfully demonstrate their knowledge and skills by incorporating real-world contexts and tasks. Authentic assessments emphasize critical thinking, problem solving, and creativity rather than relying … read more »


Tech Tool of the Month: Microsoft Forms – Part 2

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In Part 1 of this blog, we introduced you to Microsoft Forms and discussed applying the SAMR Model and the Triple E Framework using Microsoft Forms in your instruction. This simple web tool/app allows you to easily create polls, quizzes, and surveys and collect real-time data. Teachers can use this tool to collect feedback from … read more »


Tech Tool of the Month: Microsoft Forms – Part 1

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Microsoft Forms is a simple web tool/app that allows you to easily create polls, quizzes, and surveys and collect real-time data. Teachers can use this tool to collect feedback from families, students, and other teachers, build quizzes, and plan class, staff, and schoolwide activities. With Forms, you can assign point values to quiz questions, add images, add … read more »


Student-Centered Assessment Tools for Remote Learning

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Assessment is a critical component of teaching and learning. Measuring student learning through assessments allows both the teacher and student to analyze how successfully the students are meeting the activities’ purpose and objectives. Teachers are confronted with the challenge of creating meaningful learning experiences and authentic assessments during remote learning experiences. The nature of remote … read more »


Tech Tool of the Month: Google Forms – Part 1

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Google Forms offers easy-to-use templates for creating polls, quick quizzes, signups, and forms for collecting emails or other information. Google Forms offers a quick way to assess students’ learning and is a great option for both the traditional classroom and remote learning. Teachers can choose to include various answer types, including multiple choice, short answer, … read more »


Tech Tool of the Month: Edpuzzle Part 2

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In part 1 of this blog, we introduced you to Edpuzzle and discussed the application of both the SAMR model and the Triple E Framework to help you integrate Edpuzzle into your lessons. Today’s post offers detailed instructions about how to use this tool and also shares many classroom use ideas by subject. How to … read more »


Tech Tool of the Month: Edpuzzle Part 1

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Edpuzzle is an engaging tool you can use to transform videos into interactive, self-paced instructional tools for blended or traditional lessons. Choose relevant clips or full videos and add your own voice narration or discussion throughout the video or at the end. For accountability, you can also see if students have viewed the videos and … read more »


Rubrics to the Rescue When Teaching Remotely

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As educators provide lessons through remote teaching, one question is how to assess student learning effectively. Schools and districts are taking varying approaches. Some schools don’t have assessment policies; others have specific guidelines by grade level and subject for required assessment and recording of grades. One of the features of remote learning that many teachers … read more »