Spread the loveTo become an effective educator in today’s world, you have to understand how to integrate technology into the classroom or an entire school or school district. But how do teachers and education administrators learn how to use technology to facilitate the teaching and learning process? Well, some of it is learned through their teacher education or education leadership programs, some of it learned through trial and error, and the rest is learned through professional development. In this piece, we will discuss 6 areas of technology professional development for teachers and education administrators. Digital literacy. By this definition, encompasses […]

Spread the loveKearny Mesa, a thriving commercial and industrial neighborhood in San Diego, California, is home to many cultural landmarks, unique facilities, and opportunities for educational exploration. In this article, we’ll discuss several ways teachers can engage their students in learning about Kearny Mesa and the impact this community has on the city’s economy and development. 1. Exploring Businesses and Industries Kearny Mesa has a diverse mix of industries that make it a significant contributor to the local economy. To begin with, teachers can provide students with an overview of various organizations operating in the area. This includes technology firms […]

Spread the lovePreschoolers can learn about number recognition through a variety of activities. One activity is to have children match pictures that show how many objects are in a group. For example, one picture might show a group of bananas and another might show a group of eggs. Children can then match the number of objects in the group in each picture. Another activity is to have children count objects. For example, one picture might show a group of eggs and another might show a group of blocks. Children can then count the number of objects in the group in […]