In March the whole world had to face a great interruption to our everyday lives. It’s been an intense time for all of us, and technology has proven to be our greatest asset but at the same time — a great challenge. How have teachers and students survived the time, and what have we all learnt from it? Were we able to keep it together, what with social distancing and all the sudden changes to our frame of work?
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We are learning to trust technology more and more every day, and with countless aspects of our lives. Adapting to today’s rapidly-changing reality pays off. Especially when the tech you’re using was created based on decades of solid research.
In 1961, Terry Gilliam and David Sibbet met at Occidental College. Their meeting, though they could not have known it at the time, would have a profound impact on visual […]
Interactivity and immediacy are traits we associate with up close and personal, face-to-face situations. Countless teachers we have talked to say that’s what they miss most about lessons in the […]
During lockdowns, the sudden demand for remote learning is stress-testing new ways of communicating. More importantly, it is creating unprecedented challenges for educators. A completely new set of skills and […]
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In short: Interaction with “representations” on a whiteboard canvas can trigger learning processes. This phenomenon has been extensively observed and documented in child development. As it turns out, it exists […]
This letter was first published on March 12, 2020 by Reshan Richards and Stephen J. Valentine at lettertoteachers.com. Dear Teachers, Last week, the two of us had a conversation about […]
This article was originally posted on March 17, 2020 at EdSurge and is part of the guide Navigating Uncertain Times: How Schools Can Cope With Coronavirus. As schools shift to remote […]
Until just recently, mobile digital whiteboards seemed like an optional, cool gadget. But now that flights have been canceled and schools closed, digital whiteboards have suddenly become a necessity within […]
Online learning may never be able to replace actually being face to face with a teacher. However, there are situations where teaching or learning remotely is the only option. Let’s […]
Visuals enhance text-based communication. They provide a better way to spread ideas, explain concepts, and processes. No need to be a master designer. Here’s how you can share your observations […]