In my district (Hillsborough County Public Schools) some of our schools’ face challenges producing their Morning Show with limited time, resources, and outdated Closed Circuit TV systems. As an alternative, I decided to find a way to use Microsoft Teams to “broadcast” the Morning Show. It seemed simple enough to me since Teams is already implemented district wide and every teacher has access to at least one computer in their classroom. To begin, let’s focus on what I think are the two most fundamental factors: Production and Promotion Production is where you determine how and with what tools ..read more

NCCE has an unbelievable team of individuals from WA, MT, OR, ID and beyond, working and supporting our members. This months featured board member is Rena Clark. Full name Rena Clark Professional Title STEM Facilitator and Digital Learning Expert School District or Organization Renton School District What state are you from? Washington Highlight a memorable event or person from a past NCCE event that reminded you of what NCCE represents. My favorite event was NCCE Maker Camp in 2017. It took place in 2017 at the Pack Forest Conference Center in Eatonville, Washington. It was a two-day program ..read more

As a technology integration coach by day, I get some pretty standard tech requests from educators like “Can you make me a Nearpod?” or  “Can you come teach a Minecraft lesson?” So when Lauren Drake, a teacher at Clarksville High School in Clarksville, TN approached me last year and said, “I want my students to create a podcast for the NPR student contest instead of write a research paper this year,” I was more than a little excited! In principle, the assignment is the same as a standard term paper: conduct research on a real world problem/event and report on your findings, including your ..read more

NCCE has an unbelievable team of individuals from WA, MT, OR, ID and beyond, working and supporting our members. This months featured board member is Martha Thornburgh. Full name Martha Thornburgh Professional Title Transition to Kindergarten Teacher School District or Organization Mount Vernon School District What state are you from? Washington Highlight a memorable event or person from a past NCCE event that reminded you of what NCCE represents. Many have a certain image of what type of person can be a tech savvy in their classroom. One thing that I really love about going to the NCCE confer ..read more

Educational enthusiasts nationwide gathered at the NCCE Seattle 2024 Conference, a vibrant and dynamic event that left participants inspired and equipped with groundbreaking ideas. From captivating keynotes to informative workshops, the conference was a melting pot of innovative practices and transformative discussions. Keynote Speakers:    Dr. Manny Scott: The conference kicked off with an awe-inspiring keynote from Dr. Manny Scott, an original Freedom Writer whose remarkable journey has been immortalized in the hit movie, “Freedom Writers.” Dr. Scott, a beacon of resilience, emerge ..read more

NCCE is proud to announce this year’s Outstanding Technology Leader and Educator of the year! 2024 Outstanding Technology Leader of the Year Liza Klumpar Chief Technology Officer Franklin Pierce School District NCCE 2024 OT LEADER - LK 2024 Outstanding Technology Educator of the Year K.D. Jones Librarian and Gifted and Talented Educator Radley Elementary East Helena Public Schools NCCE 2024 OT EDUCATOR - KDJ The post NCCE 2024 Outstanding Technology Leader and Educator of the Year Award appeared first on NCCE Blog ..read more

A big thank you to everyone that was able to attend 30 in 50 this year! If you weren’t able to attend, below is the list of interesting apps, websites, and hardware Jason and I have been keeping an eye on. As you can imagine, this year we had a large focus on AI tools. As always, feel free to share! Here is the list: DuckDuck Go Browser https://duckduckgo.com/ Browser TOR Browser https://www.torproject.org/download/ Browser ARC Browser https://arc.net/ Browser Everyday Speech https://everydayspeech.com/ SEL & Communication Curriculum ARC Search App https://apps.apple ..read more

In the field of education, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a game-changer, offering teachers innovative tools to enhance the learning experience for their students. In this article, we will explore how educators can harness the power of AI to create personalized and adaptive learning environments, streamline administrative tasks, and foster student success. How to Use AI in Education: Personalized Learning Paths with AI: In today’s diverse classrooms, catering to individual learning needs can be a daunting task. However, AI has paved the way for personalized lea ..read more

Competent educators know that staying at the forefront of knowledge and skills is not just an advantage—it’s a necessity. As we embrace the challenges of 2024, the significance of professional development in public education has intensified. This article highlights why continuing education is indispensable for teachers in the current educational landscape. The Dynamic Nature of Education In the 21st century, education is not a stagnant field. With technological advancements, shifts in pedagogy, and the constant evolution of student needs, teachers need to adapt continuously. Professional devel ..read more

Education is at the forefront of innovation, and the NCCE 2024 Conference is bringing together thought leaders, educators, and professionals for a series of impactful summits. These events promise to equip participants with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the evolving education landscape.  Let’s delve into the key summits awaiting you at NCCE 2024:   IT Cybersecurity Summit Date and Time: Wednesday, February 14, 12:30 pm – 4:00 pm   As the frequency of cybersecurity attacks on schools continues to rise alarmingly, educational institutions face tremendous pressure to ..read more