Future of Work – PBS Special
Future of Work – Webinar Recording Future of Work explores monumental changes in the workplace and the long-term impact on workers, employers, educators and communities. Employment is part of the American Dream. Will the future provide opportunities for jobs that sustain families and the nation? In this webinar, we talked about the Future of Work […]
Have You Tried These Edtech Tools?
As educators, we have had to deal with unprecedented change. It is hard to keep your head above water, let alone have the mental space to try new tech. As Jennifer Gonzalez of Cult of Pedagogy says, “It’s hard to imagine a time in recent history when we had more distractions, more challenges, more stuff […]
Groupwork ≠ Collaboration
As educators we all make mistakes. However, one of the biggest mistakes I have made in my teaching career is assuming that just because I put my kids in groups that they are collaborating. I am passionate about preparing students for life after college and I try to keep the 21st Century skills in mind […]
Good News: You don’t have to be an expert
Recently, I was having a conversation with one of my teachers. She came to me for help moving her project up the SAMR Model from augmentation to at least modification. I gave her one example of an industry level technology tool she could use with her students. I was excited about my suggestion and assumed […]
A Strengths Based Approach to Assigning Groups
One question I get a lot: How do I assign groups? Do I randomly assign them? Do I let them pick? Do I have a homogenous mixture or heterogeneous mixture of grades? My answer is D. None of the Above. I group my students based on their strengths. In my class, my students do alot […]
NFT Collection goes LIVE
Miami EdTech, a previous Microsoft grant recipient, works to develop capacity for teachers to deliver CS and technology-enabled lessons in their classrooms while also making CS education more inclusive and boosting the number and diversity of CS-savvy teachers. The rising number of social impact projects leveraging digital art in the nonfungible token (NFT) space marks […]
Miami EdTech joins William H. Turner Technical HS as Principal for a Day
Eagles Soar! The school district calls the event Principal Today, an annual initiative that invites community and business leaders to serve as the principal of a school for one day. The goal? To create synergy and connection between schools and the community at large. “I was so impressed with the school, students, and culture at […]
Black History Month – Virtual Resources from Microsoft
Microsoft, in collaboration with museums, historic landmarks, cultural centers and civic influencers all around the country, has created a phenomenal FREE series of immersive and interactive experiences for K-12 schools and the community to celebrate and educate students about Black History. Use this LINK to schedule 🙂 With many museums closed due to the COVID-19 […]
Hispanic Heritage Month Resources
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated every year from September 15 to October 15, check out these free educational resources from PBS LearningMedia. Explore the experiences, culture, and contributions of Hispanic Americans who have shaped Latino—and American—history.
Miami EdTech partners with Academy for Computer Science Education at FIU
Miami, FL – July 27, 2020 – Miami EdTech, Inc., a leading provider of professional development for teachers and innovative K-12 curriculum in the areas of computer science and entrepreneurship, and the Academy for Computer Science Education at FIU, announced their partnership to focus on strengthening the local education ecosystem to better prepare teachers and […]
