Week 13: Contributing to the Learning of Others — My Networked Growt
If there’s one thing EDTC300 made clear, it’s this: learning is better when we do it together. While baking was my personal learning project, sharing that learning and engaging with others became equally powerful. Whether it was reading someone else’s blog post, offering encouragement in the comments, or reflecting...
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🧠 Discovering Magic in the Classroom: My Experience with MagicSchool.ai
This week, I explored a new AI tool that totally amazed me—MagicSchool.ai. While I’ve used ChatGPT many times for ideas and information, Magic School felt like it was made especially for teachers—and now I can’t wait to use it more! ✨ What Is Magic School? Magic School is a...
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🎶 Dancing Into Code: My Hour of Code Experience
This week, I explored the Dance Party project from Hour of Code, and I have to say—it was way more fun than I expected! I chose the song “Starships” by Nicki Minaj, and from there, it turned into a playful coding experience full of colors, characters, and music. What...
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Teaching Digital Literacy Through Critical Thinking: My Experience with “Spot the Troll”
Teaching Digital Literacy Through Critical Thinking: My Experience with “Spot the Troll” As a future educator—and also a mom—I often think about how much time young people spend online. With social media and AI growing so fast, it’s harder than ever to tell what’s real and what’s not. That’s...
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Reflections on Digital Identity, Cyber-Vigilantism, and the Right to Be Forgotten
Reflections on Digital Identity, Cyber-Vigilantism, and the Right to Be Forgotten In today’s digital world, our online presence is more than just a collection of posts, likes, and comments—it is an extension of who we are. However, this digital footprint is often permanent, and the way we present ourselves...
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Approaching Digital Citizenship in My Classroom
In today’s interconnected world, digital citizenship is more important than ever. As educators, we are responsible for equipping students with the skills to navigate digital spaces ethically, safely, and responsibly. Digital citizenship goes beyond teaching students how to use technology—it fosters critical thinking, responsible behavior, and awareness of their...
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Navigating the Digital Classroom: Rethinking Education in a Networked World
The rapid expansion of digital technology has fundamentally transformed how we communicate, learn, and engage with the world. Schools, as centers of learning, play a crucial role in preparing students to navigate this new digital landscape safely and effectively. While some may argue that online safety is primarily a...
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How Technology Shapes My Daily Life (and Distracts Me Too!)
Technology is an integral part of my daily life. From the moment I wake up to the time I go to bed, I rely on various apps and digital tools to stay organized, learn, shop, and even maintain my fitness. But as much as technology helps me, it also...
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Introduction EDTC 300!
Welcome to My Learning Journey! Hello everyone! My name is Poonam Soni, and I am thrilled to be a part of the EDTC 300 course this semester. I come from a background rich in education and technology. Before moving to Canada, I worked as a Physics teacher and...
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