Articles by: 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.

Is SAMR Dead?

By Dr. Kecia Ray published 26 April 21

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

Updating Bloom’s Taxonomy for Digital Learning

By Dr. Kecia Ray published 16 February 21

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

4 Steps to Creating a Post-COVID District Improvement Plan

By Dr. Kecia Ray published 13 January 21

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

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Do’s and Don'ts with One-Time Funds

By Dr. Kecia Ray, Lisa Gonzales, Devin Vodicka published 14 December 20

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

What Research Shows About Screen Time for Students

By Dr. Kecia Ray published 18 November 20

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

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

By Dr. Kecia Ray published 14 September 20

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

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How to Make a Remote Learning Lesson Plan

By Dr. Kecia Ray last updated 9 August 20

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

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What is Remote Learning?

By Dr. Kecia Ray last updated 28 March 21

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.