New K/20 Leadership Today Newsletter Helps Educators Navigate Difficult Times By TL Editors published 16 September 22 Tech & Learning magazine and K20Connect’s free newsletter is already reaching thousands of leaders each week.
What is Calendly and How Can It Be Used by Teachers? Tips & Tricks By Erik Ofgang published 25 July 22 Calendly is a scheduling platform that offers a free version that can help educators and those they meet with save time.
7 Ways to Sound Out-of-Touch at Your School District By Lisa Nielsen last updated 22 July 22 School district leaders must use updated language and engage in modern personnel practices to continue operating effectively
The Virtual Office Hours Learning Curve By Jonathan L. Wharton, Ph.D. published 18 July 22 Offering virtual office hours may not be your first choice, but it can be effective for everyone if approached properly
Managing Teacher Email By Erik Ofgang published 13 July 22 Managing teacher email more efficiently: advice from online teaching professionals and an etiquette expert
What is Zoom Whiteboard? By Erik Ofgang last updated 9 June 22 Zoom Whiteboard allows users to collaborate in real-time while staying within a Zoom meeting
4 Tips for Hosting School Webinars By Erik Ofgang last updated 31 May 22 Webinars should be as interactive as possible and allow for hands-on practice, says Laurie Guyon, who has hosted more than 400 webinars for her Board of Cooperative Educational Services
Are Phones Good for Students? By Erik Ofgang last updated 20 April 22 Students are using phones and screens more than ever before and, fortunately, the mental health impact of the devices may be exaggerated.
Education Communication: Best Free Sites & Apps By Diana Restifo published 7 March 22 These top free communication sites and apps for education provide teachers with a digital platform for two-way group or individual sharing of text, images, video, calendars, and much more.
How to Quiet the Hyperactive Hive Mind in Schools By Michael Gaskell published 10 January 22 School leaders need to identify and quell toxic groupthink that can lead to a hyperactive hive mind that impairs everyone
How to Write in Plain Language for Teaching By Ray Bendici published 21 December 21 Using plain language for school websites and family communication is an effective way to assure understanding, especially when translation is involved
Are Your Parents Safe Enough For You? By Dr. Kecia Ray published 13 December 21 Engaging parents can help head off a problem before it occurs
How Project-Based Learning Can Increase Student Engagement By Ray Bendici published 1 November 21 Project-based learning can foster student input, create hands-on opportunities, and lead to more unique learning experiences
Chatbots in K-12: What You Need to Know By Erik Ofgang last updated 23 September 21 Chatbots, or digital AI assistants, are increasingly being used in K-12 as an equitable intervention to promote student engagement and retention
How Schools and Districts Are Connecting with Families By Ray Bendici published 20 August 21 Connecting with families continues to be a focus for educators as the 2021-22 school year begins
5 Tips for Talking to Social Media-Addicted Teens By Nicole Rice published 20 August 21 Talking to social-media addicted teens requires meeting them where they communicate
Classroom Engagement: 4 Tips From Students for Teachers By Erik Ofgang published 17 August 21 Four students share their advice for teachers looking to create more engaging and impactful classes.
How to Use Cybernetics in Education By Erik Ofgang published 2 July 21 Feedback loops and understanding systems are key components of cybernetics that lend themselves to classroom learning.
How Esports Taps the Power of Near-Peer Mentorship By Katie Salen published 18 February 21 Esports is an ideal environment to partner college students with high school students to build life skills and prepare for the road ahead
Best TalkingPoints Tips And Tricks Guide For Teachers By Luke Edwards published 12 February 21 How to best use the non-profit translation communication platform for the ultimate student results.