Make It Mobile – Traveling Technology Kits

Grateful!! That is the word that comes to mind when I reflect on the past several months of technology teaching and student learning in my district’s elementary schools. I was lucky enough to receive a MassCUE grant to create mobile technology units to share with all 5 of our Kindergarten...

Teaching: A Reflective Practice

Many of us often think of ourselves as creatures of habit. We all have our comfort zones and grow to rely on routines to keep us grounded. It’s natural to shy away from challenges at first, but also rewarding to step outside of our comfort zone and grow through new...

Using Chromebooks for Curation of Digital Portfolios

The arrival of 15 Chromebooks was something of an oddity in our elementary school where we have primarily turned to Macbooks over the past few years as part of a technology adoption plan. My sixth graders were certainly intrigued as they saw the pile of stylish laptops in the classroom....

Recognizing Our Lifelong Learners

Are you a lifelong learner who uses digital resources to promote your teaching and student learning? Then the new MassCUE Digital Educator Recognition Program is for you! Since Fall 2018, the MassCUE Professional Development Committee has been developing a program to honor and recognize our members who are competent in...

How to Create Google Forms Locked Mode Lessons

Article by Laura Cahill Original post Engage Educate, January 25 2019 Reposted with permission Locked Mode Quiz is Released! Google released their long-awaited Locked Mode Quizzes for the Forms app this week and some of its implications are obviously useful for teachers. Being able to give a secure quiz on...

Introducing Cybersecurity Concepts in the K-12 Classroom

Article by Kristeen Shabram, March 29, 2019 reposted with permission from CSTA   As a Career and Technical Educator, equipping students with career-readiness skills, like communication, problem-solving, and collaboration, is my first-order priority in the classroom. While these skills focus on preparing students to be successful in the workforce, we...

A ‘Chrystal’ Clear Passion for Education

If energy and passion are essential to achieving success, then this month’s Featured Educator is the epitome of both. Meet Chrystal Hoe, a technology integrator with a desire to support education in a multitude of ways. Her ability to lead others in the charge to create meaningful, engaging learning experiences...

#edcampMAleads 2019

This year over 100 educational leaders woke up early on a Saturday morning in February and traveled to Franklin, Massachusetts to attend #edcampMALeads. This edcamp is a form of unconference designed specifically for leaders and their needs. Unlike traditional conferences which have schedules set months in advance by the people...

Call for Proposals for MassCUE/M.A.S.S. Now Open

Present at MassCUE/M.A.S.S. Fall Conference 2019!  Submit a proposal to present at MassCUE by April 22, 2019! Opportunities to present include breakout sessions, the Playground, and the CUEKids, and Global Ed Student Showcases. Deadline:  April 22, 2019 More information (be sure to click on the Present at MassCUE tab)

Slavery in the North: The Untold Story

The MassCUE Classroom Grant I received has changed my classroom in ways that I could not have imagined. From the physical space of the room, to student learning and engagement, and even my own teaching style—it has all been transformed by this technology grant. The funds were used to purchase...

MassCUE Spring Elections 2019-Nominations Open

This spring, MassCUE will elect the three (3) at-large officers to the MassCUE Board of Directors: President-elect, Secretary, and Treasurer. Any MassCUE member who meets the requirements and is interested in serving on the Board is encouraged to nominate themselves or another eligible member.  MassCUE members are also encouraged to...

#Mathwithtech: Two Forces Unite in One Workshop

For those teaching middle or high school mathematics in our digital world, the workshop “Best Practices: #MathwithTech” may offer some key strategies. This full day workshop, taught by instructors Craig Sheil and Stefan Fritz, is designed to help participants consider best practices when mixing math and technology. The duo will...