The most popular Gaggle Speaks blog posts this past year featured a wide range of edtech topics, including Pokémon Go, G Suite for Education, social media tips for administrators and educators and, of course, student online safety.
We compiled this list based on traffic to the Gaggle Speaks Blog and the number of shares each post received. If you haven’t already done so, be sure to check out the top Gaggle Speaks posts from 2016.
While conversations about online predators and cyberbullying are vital, students need always to be aware of what they do online and how their posts, photos and comments can impact them beyond their K-12 years. Here are some ways that students’ digital footprints can impact them long after they leave your school. (January 29, 2016)
Pokémon Go is an excellent game for players of all ages. The downside of going out into the community is that people can be waiting to take advantage of unsuspecting victims unaware of their surroundings. Learn about the pros, cons and general tips for educators and parents. (July 13, 2016)
Sifting through the abundance of available books on teaching strategies and resources can be a huge task, so we’ve done some of that work for you. Check out our list of the books we think every teacher should read this year for a little strategy refresh. (January 4, 2016)
While 140 characters can seem limited, there’s quite a bit of value in a Tweet. The timeliness of a quick post to Twitter is a useful way for just-in-time learning while hashtags make information more digestible. Here are four reasons why school administrators should take an interest in using Twitter. (January 13, 2016)
Google has announced that it’s changing Google Apps for Education to G Suite for Education. This move is much more than a simple rebranding, however, in that many new features will be rolled out as a result of the transition. This post covers the most impactful changes for K-12 educators. (October 6, 2016)
Like paper-based school newsletters, PDF newsletters also went out of style quite some time ago. While not as old as a Members Only jacket, if you still create a PDF newsletter, you might want to start thinking about making a digital transformation. (January 15, 2016)
As new technology continues to emerge, the positive benefits it has in education expands to more people who share their unique insights and expertise. Here’s a list of leading edtech influencers. If you’re fortunate enough to get an opportunity to meet them in person, don’t pass up the chance. (June 21, 2016)
Following hashtags is a useful (and easy) way to get involved in relevant conversations and to increase your personal brand. You can discover blog posts, news stories and commentary from your peers across the globe. Here are a few of the hashtags that we think school administrators should follow. (March 7, 2016)
How about flipping “Meet the Teacher Night?” Making a few changes to the way you’ve always conducted this time-honored school event can also give parents an example of what it means to flip a classroom. Here are just a few ideas to get more out of this special night. (April 7, 2016)
One of the best ways to combat cyberbullying is to have open conversations with your children and students. To help parents and teachers keep these conversations ongoing and relevant, here are some ways cyberbullying occurs that you might not know existed. (February 23, 2016)
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