Educational technology has, of course, completely transformed how today's K-12 students learn. From basic 3D printers and virtual reality systems to simple coding robots and screen-free building tools, countless numbers of educators have been able to affect education for the better and help children develop transferrable skills for the real world. Since EdTech now covers so many areas, however, there often remains a lot for teachers to learn about and explore. Not every technology tool will impact your students in the same ways, nor will they enhance every single lesson. It's more about finding the right solutions for the right situations and building high-quality instruction from there. In this section, we cover everything from specific classroom STEM kits to insights on integrating EdTech tools in teaching. And, we'll continue adding new resources with thoughts on the many branches of the EdTech tree.
EdTech resources are constantly impacting student development and redefining how educators can engage them. Besides those hands-on technologies, digital tools and platforms also play a huge role in learning. From coding or artificial intelligence to social-emotional learning, the instant availability of EdTech resources generates many revolutionary opportunities all throughout the world of K-12 and higher education. When it comes down to it, however, equitable access to technology can be a complete game changer. With these opportunities, students can build the hard and soft skills to navigate our increasingly complex world. And, no matter how complex or simplistic EdTech activities are, they can help catalyze that development. We encourage you to browse the content below and reach out to our team with any questions.
With classes getting underway this past week in a lot of the country and other students really getting into the swing of things, we thought we’d take some time to reinforce how learning with technology can spur development and help them build some of the skills they’ll need most. This week, we’re taking a look at some of the best
This month, we’re featuring Victoria Blackmer, who’s a public librarian from Illinois, who’s been using some EdTech solutions that she received through our grant program to host open tinker labs to inspire all the students in her community to experiment and be creative. Read more to learn about these open tinker labs she’s helped create and what makes them great!
This week, we decided to explore Qlone, which is more of a mobile learning solution rather than something kids need a desktop or laptop to use. For any students and teachers who are interested in the world of 3D scanning or manufacturing, Qlone is something you might want to check out. Keep reading to learn more!
Our new video series on our YouTube channel. Hopefully, you’ve had a chance to watch some of the videos, which feature Eduporium co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer, Irina Tuule, and Eduporium co-founder, president, and CEO, Rick Fredkin, discussing a number of relevant topics that pertain to 21st century education.
Coding tools, makerspace materials, and many other STEAM solutions are awesome at getting them to work with their hands and also activating their brains. When special education students see that they can use technology to accomplish a lot of the same things as all the rest of the students in the school, they gain a greater sense of inclusion, learn
On Monday, I am beginning a 74-day road trip that will take me all through some of the most amazing places in the United States and also enable me to visit some of the hardworking teachers who are working to mold today’s students. Though the idea for a road trip didn’t initially involve teachers (or really even Eduporium), I’m extremely
Your Sphero Specdrums are essentially technological synesthesia brought to life. Kids can turn the colors in their physical environment into sounds that they can modify, customize, and record. Keep reading to learn more about the Specdrums and how these tiny pieces of technology create big opportunities for creativity in many different subjects.
Eduporium co-founder, Irina Tuule, discusses strategies that educators can use to ease into EdTech usage. By starting slow and integrating new STEM tools in any way that is comfortable to them, educators can set themselves up for increased student engagement and eventual success levels all while trying some different things—just like in The Little Red Riding Hood!
Padlet is an online platform that allows educators to create and collaborate easily and efficiently. A huge part of teaching in the 21st century is being creative and keeping the attention of students with unique content. Keep reading to find out how Padlet helps educators accomplish exactly that in a way that truly benefits students.
Why do district leaders create brand-new positions for people or re-assign existing employees to vastly different roles? Well, technology can have lots to do with that and the effectiveness with which teachers can weave it into their school’s curriculum and everyday projects can do a lot for a student’s future, helping to equip them with both hard and soft skills.
