The post-pandemic world and the upsurge of technology have led to substantial evolution in education. Learning experiences have now expanded horizons to accommodate new edu-technologies. Assessments have now become creative in curriculums across the globe. Through technology, assessment tasks and strategies have brought in innovation, differentiation, and inclusion elements. An ideal assessment should be authentic,… Continue reading Creative assessments through technology- Guest blog by Vaishak M Raj
Category: Education-teaching tech tools
Tech Thursday- Microsoft Teams Reading Progress/Assessment
I love that Microsoft Teams continually innovates for the betterment of the next generation. One of the new features that I have adore is their ‘Reading Progress’, which can give great insight into your students’ reading skills. Creating a reading progress assignment Go to your Team and access assignments. Name your assignment and select the… Continue reading Tech Thursday- Microsoft Teams Reading Progress/Assessment
Tech Thursday-Wakelet for educators
Since I work at a Microsoft showcase school, tech is imbedded in all teachers. We consistently hunt down new apps and tech tools to push students to challenge themselves. Most schools that utilize tech would be familiar with tools such as Padlet, Coggle, Mindmeister, Miro, and more. However, there is one tool that towers above… Continue reading Tech Thursday-Wakelet for educators
Getting organized- A review of Evernote for educators and professionals
Since I am a thorough tech junkie, when I find a tool that excites me, I feel an impulse to share it with the world. This app is close to my heart as it brings us closer to sustainability and green practices that we can implement in our daily lives. Evernote has not only improved… Continue reading Getting organized- A review of Evernote for educators and professionals
Tech for creativity rather than replication
I have always been an advocate for technology in the classroom, and Covid 19 pushed educators into a space that tested the most knowledgeable teacher’s resolve. Treading the waters of the virtual world and ensuring that our students understood the privileges and pitfalls of technology was of utmost importance. We trained and encouraged them, their… Continue reading Tech for creativity rather than replication
EdTech-The monster under your bed
You march across the hallway and lay down on your cozy bed, thankful that the day is over. The solace of the pillow beneath your head reminds you that you have had a challenging day and need to take breaks more often. As you start to drift away, something pesters you beneath the facade. A… Continue reading EdTech-The monster under your bed
Tech Thursday- A review of Kahoot and Quizziz
When we were still in the physical space of the classroom, the pupils enjoyed playing an occasional quiz on iPads to test their expertise on subject matter. The air of rivalry spurred them on to explore the topic material to the best of their ability so that they could outdo their mates. When we went… Continue reading Tech Thursday- A review of Kahoot and Quizziz
Tech Thursday- Using ‘Prodigy’ to gamify math
In one of my earlier blog posts, I ventured into my complicated history with mathematics. I have lately felt propelled to research ways to make mathematics pleasurable and interesting for young learners. I am convinced that the gamification of learning will soon take over the education sector and hoped to find something contemporary that would… Continue reading Tech Thursday- Using ‘Prodigy’ to gamify math
Tech Thursday- Parlay Ideas- a tool for peer review
When we were thrust into the unknown pandemic scenario, we as educators struggled to replace our old teacher toolkit with new tools online. There has been a steep learning curve for teachers around the globe. We have risen to the occasion and ensured that we delivered quality education to our students, no matter where we… Continue reading Tech Thursday- Parlay Ideas- a tool for peer review
Looking into the Review Mirror 