Lately I have been doing a lot more work around the use of AI in schools, not just from a strategic whole school perspective, but also from a very practical, in the classroom lens. As exciting, and at times overwhelming as it can feel, there is a familiar sense of déjà vu that comes withContinueContinue reading “From Internet to AI, What Schools Already Know About Adopting New Technology”
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Safer Internet Day 2025: Embedding Digital Safety and Wellbeing in Schools
Next week, Tuesday, 11 February 2025, educators, students, and communities worldwide will come together to celebrate Safer Internet Day, a global movement dedicated to creating a safer and more positive online world. With the internet playing an ever-growing role in education, entertainment, and social connection, teaching young people how to navigate it safely is moreContinueContinue reading “Safer Internet Day 2025: Embedding Digital Safety and Wellbeing in Schools”
Reflection on ‘STEM: A new idea or are we just reinventing the wheel’ from 2018!
https://mrcoby.com/stem-new-idea-or-are-we-reinventing-the-wheel/ What Is STEM Education and Why Does It Matter? Looking back on my 2018 post about STEM, it’s clear my thinking hasn’t shifted significantly, but my perspective has refined as the landscape of STEM in education has evolved. One notable change is how STEM has increasingly become treated as a standalone subject in schoolsContinueContinue reading “Reflection on ‘STEM: A new idea or are we just reinventing the wheel’ from 2018!”
How to Teach Digital Technologies: A Guide for New Educators
Ideogram, Overwhelmed Teacher with Digital Devices, 2025. New to a Digital Technologies Role? Here’s How to Get Started in 2025 ‘I need a scope and sequence for DigiTech’ or ‘Can anyone give me a unit for teaching coding to Grade 3/4’ or ‘I have no idea what to teach for DigiTech’ are all comments IContinueContinue reading “How to Teach Digital Technologies: A Guide for New Educators”
“Thinking Outside the Box: How Computational Thinking is Unlocking a World of Possibilities in the Classroom”
In today’s digital age, computational thinking has become a foundational skill for students to learn. It involves breaking down complex problems into smaller parts, recognizing patterns in data, identifying essential features, designing algorithms, and automating processes. Teaching computational thinking in the classroom can help students develop the critical thinking and problem-solving skills they need toContinueContinue reading ““Thinking Outside the Box: How Computational Thinking is Unlocking a World of Possibilities in the Classroom””
Why Your School Needs a Digital Literacy Scope and Sequence Now!
Digital Literacy Foundational Skill – What does this mean for Victorian Schools? The digital era is here (well that is probably my most understated comment ever), shaping the way we live, learn, and work. In Australia, the declining NAPLAN ICT literacy results have raised red flags about the readiness of our students to navigate thisContinueContinue reading “Why Your School Needs a Digital Literacy Scope and Sequence Now!”
Embracing Creativity and the Olympics with the Pages Journal for iPad
Hello everyone! I’m thrilled to share something exciting with you today that combines two of my passions: fostering creativity, and celebrating the spirit of the Olympics. Introducing the Olympic Pages Journal for iPad, a full editable and engaging set of resources designed to bring out the creativity in students while immersing them in the excitementContinueContinue reading “Embracing Creativity and the Olympics with the Pages Journal for iPad”
My Wellbeing Toolkit iPad Resource
Welcome back to the “Wellbeing and iPad” series! In my previous posts ‘Wellbeing and iPad’, we explored the significance of student wellbeing in the classroom and how technology, particularly the iPad, can play a transformative role in nurturing student wellness. Today, we dive deeper into the topic, introducing “My Wellbeing Toolkit,” a fun and creativeContinueContinue reading “My Wellbeing Toolkit iPad Resource”
Harmony Day 2023 – ‘Diversity and Me’ Animated GIFs
Harmony Day 2023 in Australia marks an annual observance in Australia that is celebrated on March 21st. It is a day dedicated to promoting and celebrating cultural diversity, inclusiveness, and respect for all people, regardless of their background, ethnicity, or beliefs. The aim of Harmony Day is to encourage Australians to embrace their differences, fosterContinueContinue reading “Harmony Day 2023 – ‘Diversity and Me’ Animated GIFs”
Wellbeing and iPad ‘Positive Mental Health’
When it comes to mental health we often forget to allow students opportunities to promote and talk about positive approaches to promote a healthy mind. There are a number of resources from The Resilience Project, Beyond Blue and The Kids Helpline that are students are able to use and equip themselves with the right skillsContinueContinue reading “Wellbeing and iPad ‘Positive Mental Health’”
Wellbeing and iPad – Resilience and Mental Health
This lesson empowers students to explore practical ways to build resilience and where to find support in times of need. It leverages Apple’s new app Freeform which allows students to collaborate, explore and build their own knowledge bank. There are a number of resources from The Resilience Project, Beyond Blue and The Kids Helpline whichContinueContinue reading “Wellbeing and iPad – Resilience and Mental Health”
Wellbeing and iPad – Social Awareness and Empathy
This lesson explores students being aware of the feelings and emotions of others – empathy. They will use Clips to recreate common scenarios to see identify how others are feeling and ways to support their emotions. Below are a set of scenario cards that match this lesson, feel free to use if you wish, asContinueContinue reading “Wellbeing and iPad – Social Awareness and Empathy”