You should read these ten education-related blogs.
When evaluating any blog, four elements are taken into account:
Social reach is the total number of social shares that the most recent 10 posts have received on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, as well as the blog's main domain.
Activity: How often new blog posts are made.
Authority is assessed based on the number of links linking to the blog.
Teach Score: This grade evaluates a blog's use of media, the topics' applicability, and the blog's overall presentation.
Teach.com will rank and list any blog that is uploaded that someone thinks to be instructive or useful, whether it is one you post on or one you follow (they currently have 638 blogs listed). Below is a list of the top ten education blogs to follow, according to Teach100, along with a quick summary of what each blog posts.
1) Inside Higher Education
This page has a wealth of important information for students in higher education, particularly those looking for employment. A few of the departments they have are Admissions, Books, Technology, Career Advice, and Diversity. In the field of higher education, they also conduct research and offer a variety of webinars. In their most recent study, Federal Accountability and Financial Pressure, presidents of colleges and universities were questioned.
Second, The Learning Network
This blog is under the direction of the New York Times. Parents, students, and teachers who want to use the material of the NYT in lesson plans are their main target groups. Teachers may utilize the "Text to text" portion as lesson plans in subjects including social studies, civics, current events, and American history.
The Student Opinion part of the site is open to comments from students who are at least 13 years old.
• Edutopia
Edutopia is run by the George Lucas Educational Foundation. The blog's major focus is on educators and students in grades k–12. It "collaborates with researchers, instructors, and curriculum experts" to grow the field of project-based learning in order to produce learning-enhancing, student-engaged content.
Recent publications address topics including "Teaching K-8 Financial Literacy: A Case Study" and "How to Help Adolescents Online Evaluation."
Four) Classroom 2.0
This blog's major focus is on using web 2.0 and social media in the classroom. It functions as a social network for educators who wish to interact and share concepts about how to use online resources in the classroom. It is more than just a resource for content. There are many instructional films available, and you can join and chat with groups at various schools. They actually offer a wide spectrum of perspectives on education with over 78,000 members in 199 countries.
5) Academic
This blog focuses on the role of technology in education. They provide practical advice for incorporating technology into the classroom, including a teacher's guide to technology and learning and product reviews on the best laptops, tablets, and educational software. In pieces like "15 Tips for Facilitating Online Discussion," they also provide guidance on how to create effective online courses and best practices for online learning.
6. TeacherTube
Here, educators can view recordings of classroom instruction shared by teachers. Teachers from all different types of schools, including those who teach from home, can benefit from the knowledge of their peers in this setting. You can also find pictures, videos, and audio materials to use in your lecture. You can also join a variety of organizations that are focused on specific topics.
A key component of TeacherTube is community and education for and by teachers.
• MindShift
Another technology-focused blog is Mindshift, whose articles typically incorporate statistics and research. It includes a specific section on games and education that discusses how apps are changing how young children are taught their core skills and knowledge via technology. Beyond Angry Birds, Five Apps That Test Your Physical Skills, and How Do Parents Think "Educational" Screen Time Affects Learning are two topics covered in recent publications.
mobile learning and technology in education (8)
The primary subjects of this blog include the apps and mobile devices that instructors can use in the classroom, as well as advice on how to effectively integrate them. It provides presentations for teachers on topics like "Free Educational Android Apps for Teachers" and "Free Math Resources, Lesson Plans, and Games."
Education professionals and institutions of higher learning must understand how to effectively incorporate mobile devices into lesson planning and curricula since the way students study outside of the classroom is changing.
#9 TechThought
This cutting-edge blog should be read by all educators who desire to improve their digital connectivity. They contain excellent sections on using technology for assessment, best practices for using iPads in the classroom, Twitter hashtags to employ, and studies on how thinking patterns and neuroscience effect how well students learn.
Two of the most popular articles on the site are "15 Literacy Apps to Create Books on the iPad" and "50 Top Sources of Free eLearning Courses."
Homeroom ten
According to Teach100, the official blog of the U.S. Department of Education ranks as the tenth best blog. The blog's main goal is to continue the conversation on problems in American education. They also provide viewers a chance to comment, suggest changes, and share their opinions on the topics discussed. The most recent themes were "Championing International Education Priorities" and a discussion on how the Department of Education should innovate more, be more receptive to public feedback, and provide more open data.
Anyone who works in education will find this to be a fantastic resource and place to stay current on industry challenges and offer their knowledge and expertise to the discussion.
When evaluating any blog, four elements are taken into account:
Social reach is the total number of social shares that the most recent 10 posts have received on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, as well as the blog's main domain.
Activity: How often new blog posts are made.
Authority is assessed based on the number of links linking to the blog.
Teach Score: This grade evaluates a blog's use of media, the topics' applicability, and the blog's overall presentation.
Teach.com will rank and list any blog that is uploaded that someone thinks to be instructive or useful, whether it is one you post on or one you follow (they currently have 638 blogs listed). Below is a list of the top ten education blogs to follow, according to Teach100, along with a quick summary of what each blog posts.
1) Inside Higher Education
This page has a wealth of important information for students in higher education, particularly those looking for employment. A few of the departments they have are Admissions, Books, Technology, Career Advice, and Diversity. In the field of higher education, they also conduct research and offer a variety of webinars. In their most recent study, Federal Accountability and Financial Pressure, presidents of colleges and universities were questioned.
Second, The Learning Network
This blog is under the direction of the New York Times. Parents, students, and teachers who want to use the material of the NYT in lesson plans are their main target groups. Teachers may utilize the "Text to text" portion as lesson plans in subjects including social studies, civics, current events, and American history.
The Student Opinion part of the site is open to comments from students who are at least 13 years old.
• Edutopia
Edutopia is run by the George Lucas Educational Foundation. The blog's major focus is on educators and students in grades k–12. It "collaborates with researchers, instructors, and curriculum experts" to grow the field of project-based learning in order to produce learning-enhancing, student-engaged content.
Recent publications address topics including "Teaching K-8 Financial Literacy: A Case Study" and "How to Help Adolescents Online Evaluation."
Four) Classroom 2.0
This blog's major focus is on using web 2.0 and social media in the classroom. It functions as a social network for educators who wish to interact and share concepts about how to use online resources in the classroom. It is more than just a resource for content. There are many instructional films available, and you can join and chat with groups at various schools. They actually offer a wide spectrum of perspectives on education with over 78,000 members in 199 countries.
5) Academic
This blog focuses on the role of technology in education. They provide practical advice for incorporating technology into the classroom, including a teacher's guide to technology and learning and product reviews on the best laptops, tablets, and educational software. In pieces like "15 Tips for Facilitating Online Discussion," they also provide guidance on how to create effective online courses and best practices for online learning.
6. TeacherTube
Here, educators can view recordings of classroom instruction shared by teachers. Teachers from all different types of schools, including those who teach from home, can benefit from the knowledge of their peers in this setting. You can also find pictures, videos, and audio materials to use in your lecture. You can also join a variety of organizations that are focused on specific topics.
A key component of TeacherTube is community and education for and by teachers.
• MindShift
Another technology-focused blog is Mindshift, whose articles typically incorporate statistics and research. It includes a specific section on games and education that discusses how apps are changing how young children are taught their core skills and knowledge via technology. Beyond Angry Birds, Five Apps That Test Your Physical Skills, and How Do Parents Think "Educational" Screen Time Affects Learning are two topics covered in recent publications.
mobile learning and technology in education (8)
The primary subjects of this blog include the apps and mobile devices that instructors can use in the classroom, as well as advice on how to effectively integrate them. It provides presentations for teachers on topics like "Free Educational Android Apps for Teachers" and "Free Math Resources, Lesson Plans, and Games."
Education professionals and institutions of higher learning must understand how to effectively incorporate mobile devices into lesson planning and curricula since the way students study outside of the classroom is changing.
#9 TechThought
This cutting-edge blog should be read by all educators who desire to improve their digital connectivity. They contain excellent sections on using technology for assessment, best practices for using iPads in the classroom, Twitter hashtags to employ, and studies on how thinking patterns and neuroscience effect how well students learn.
Two of the most popular articles on the site are "15 Literacy Apps to Create Books on the iPad" and "50 Top Sources of Free eLearning Courses."
Homeroom ten
According to Teach100, the official blog of the U.S. Department of Education ranks as the tenth best blog. The blog's main goal is to continue the conversation on problems in American education. They also provide viewers a chance to comment, suggest changes, and share their opinions on the topics discussed. The most recent themes were "Championing International Education Priorities" and a discussion on how the Department of Education should innovate more, be more receptive to public feedback, and provide more open data.
Anyone who works in education will find this to be a fantastic resource and place to stay current on industry challenges and offer their knowledge and expertise to the discussion.