Tag: Digital Learning
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Embracing Artificial Intelligence in Education: A Practical GuideAI….A Starting Guide for All
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a buzzword, evoking both excitement and apprehension. While some view it as a transformative force, others fear its potential pitfalls. As educators, we stand at the crossroads of this technological revolution. Rather than shying away from AI, we must embrace it thoughtfully and proactively. Here’s how educational districts can navigate…
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T-Tess and Technology: Level up your Learning
Guest blog by Kim Murphree, Digital Learning Coach at Mansfield ISD. Incorporating technology to support instruction under the T-TESS (Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System) evaluation model involves thoughtful planning and integration. In addition, frequently teachers and administrators are not even sure where to start. To combat that, the digital learning team at Mansfield ISD…
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Culture Shock: The Power of Google Arts and Culture
Guest blog by Kim Murphree, Digital Learning Coach in Mansfield ISD, Mansfield Tx. Are you looking for innovative ways to ignite curiosity and engage students in a journey of exploration and learning? Look no further than Google Arts and Culture! With its recent updates and both web-based and mobile opportunities, Google Arts and Culture is…
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AI in the Classroom: Boosting Efficiency and Empowering Educators
This blog is written entirely using Chat GPT. In the fast-evolving world of education, teachers are continually seeking innovative tools to make the most of their valuable classroom time. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly emerging as a game-changer, offering educators efficient solutions to streamline their tasks and enhance the learning experience. In this Vision in…
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The Innovative Classroom: Enhancing Skills through Social Studies Education
Guest blog by Emily R. Jackson, M.Ed. Social Studies Instructional Support Specialist in Mansfield ISD. Ensuring a rigorous classroom experience in social studies through the support of the reading classroom, but not in place of devoted social studies time. We must increase the urgency for our classrooms to produce innovative thinkers. We have always had discussions…
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Unleashing Potential: A Journey of Growth and Inspiration for the 2023-2024 School Year
Dear educators, students, and parents, As the familiar rhythm of the school year returns, the air is buzzing with anticipation, hope, and the promise of new beginnings. The start of the 2023-2024 academic year is upon us, and with it comes a remarkable opportunity to embark on a journey of growth, resilience, and inspiration. Let…
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Challenge- Based Learning: A Fun and Engaging Way to Learn
Guest blog by Sara Wills, a Digital Learning Coach from Mansfield ISD. Challenge-based learning is an innovative approach to education that focuses on problem-solving and encourages students to work together to find solutions. This type of learning involves students in hands-on, real-world activities that are both challenging and engaging. The goal is to help students…
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Slide into Success with Presentation Themes
Guest blog by Autumn Riley, Digital Learning Coach in Mansfield ISD. Creating and designing a theme before building out a presentation or slide deck can help you to keep your messaging consistent throughout. You can use a fun topic theme (more on that in a bit) or stick with colors and an overall tone. It…
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Unwrap 5 Sweet Ideas to use Google Slides in the Writing Classroom
Guest blog by Autumn Riley, Digital Learning Coach in Mansfield ISD Finding the right tools and strategies to support our students’ writing can be a treat, and what could be sweeter than incorporating the tasty digital tools of Google Slides into our classrooms? Slides might not be your typical go to writing tool, but it…
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Augmented Reality in the Social Studies Classroom
Guest blog by Kim Murphree, Digital Learning Coach in Mansfield ISD. Arthur C. Clarke’s famous quote of “Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic” was made in 1973, long before what we think of as augmented reality went mainstream, yet AR is a prime example of this statement. While it may seem obvious that…
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