Dr. Kecia Ray

Dr. Kecia Ray

Dr. Ray's career includes designing technology within the Frist Center for the Visual Arts and directing technology research through Vanderbilt University School of Medicine Science Outreach programs. As a district administrator for Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools, she led the award-winning design, implementation, and evaluation of instructional technology programs, including instructional design for online and blended learning environments, redesigning physical learning environments, redefining school libraries, and establishing the first virtual high school to award the diploma. She leads K20Connect and other passion projects supporting K20 education around the world.

Latest articles by Dr. Kecia Ray

SAMR
Is SAMR Dead?

By Dr. Kecia Ray Published

Potentially a casualty of the COVID-19 pandemic, the SAMR model is evolving to adapt to new learning environments

EdTech
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What is Remote Learning?

By Dr. Kecia Ray last updated

This article explains remote learning and the elements necessary for its success, and includes resources for schools and higher education institutions to get started today.

District Tools
Remote Learning Guide
Remote Learning Playbook: Free Special Report From Tech & Learning

By Dr. Kecia Ray last updated

Tech & Learning's new Remote Learning Playbook offers a free detailed remote learning plan for schools and districts.

Classroom Tools
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Updating Bloom’s Taxonomy for Digital Learning

By Dr. Kecia Ray Published

Bloom’s Digital Taxonomy is a technology-friendly update of the classic framework

Classroom Tools
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4 Steps to Creating a Post-COVID District Improvement Plan

By Dr. Kecia Ray Published

A post-COVID district improvement plan should feature input from stakeholders and consider lessons learned from remote learning

District Tools
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Do’s and Don'ts with One-Time Funds

By Dr. Kecia Ray, Lisa Gonzales, Devin Vodicka Published

Strategic use of one-time funds can go a long way in a school district

Learning
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What Research Shows About Screen Time for Students

By Dr. Kecia Ray Published

Moderation in screen time for students and prioritizing active screen time versus passive screen time can make all the difference

Learning
evolution of education
The Evolution of Education: The New Normal Could Be Better Than Ever

By Dr. Kecia Ray Published

The evolution of education will require vision, clear and consistent communication, and a plan with measures of success

District Tools
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How to Make a Remote Learning Lesson Plan

By Dr. Kecia Ray last updated

This article will define the components of a remote learning lesson plan and provide samples from districts with completed and distributed plans.

District Tools
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Sample eLearning Lesson

By TL Editors, Dr. Kecia Ray last updated

Sample eLearning Lesson from LaGrange Highlands District 106 (IL)

District Tools
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