The leaves are beginning to change and some of us have already reached the mid-semester mark. Now is a great time to reflect and evaluate your digital learning environment. Just as we use assessments to consistently monitor student progress and inform decisions, it’s equally important to gauge effectiveness with your…
There is no denying we live in an immersive technological world. The global community has never before seen such capacity to be connected, informed, and empowered thanks to digital advancements. The same opportunities to leverage the power of technology exist within our educational system, yet we have been slower to…
Ahh, summer! Days are filled with sights of lemonade stands, poolside chatter, and the opportunity to capture some much deserved rest and rejuvenation. Above all, summer is for memory making! Whether your plans take you across town or across the country, mobile technology can be a best friend to freeze…
A recent survey found that 92% of youth report going online daily, with 24% stating they are “constantly” connected. We live in a society that boasts global connections at a level never before seen. Yet, in our schools, we face the challenge of transferring the desire to connect into rich…
Last week marked the annual Florida Educational Technology Conference in Orlando, FL. This premier edtech conference was an amazing opportunity for the eTechCampus team to share our commitment in supporting educators as they provide innovative instruction for today’s digital learner. It came as no surprise that the best part of…
It was one of those days where everything about your lesson went right. Students were engaged, discussions were blossoming, and you couldn’t wait to continue the conversation…and then the bell rang. Or even worse, all that momentum was lost the next day. By leveraging a few simple strategies, you can…
What does it mean to be a connected educator? For me, it's been a transformational experience as I continuously gain access to a network of experts that extend my learning in ways never before imaginable without technology. It’s an opportunity to exemplify what we consistently ask of our students: to…
"Unless you try to do something beyond what you have already mastered, you will never grow." …
A new school year is upon us, and with it comes much anticipation for new learning adventures. For many teachers, those adventures include the increasing availability of technology to help transform your classroom. What frequently comes next is the big question, “How do I manage a room full of kids…
By now, it’s practically impossible to make it through the day without encountering a QR code. Whether on a restaurant menu, a box of cereal, or embedded in a blog (yep, like the one you’re reading right now!), QR codes provide instant accessibility to content. So, how can we use…