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Delightex Edu :: Vampire Hunter v2.1.2

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Delightex Edu @delightex.com · 2d

Have your students help save the residents of coTown! In this Project, vampires have been coded to crawl the streets at night, frightening the locals.🧛🏻♂️
Students can defeat the vampires and earn the title of Vampire Hunter!

[The big update is here!] Welcome Traveler! The residents of coTown need your help; At night the streets of the town are crawling with vampires and the residents have called upon you to help them!…

edu.delightex.com

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Book Creator Team @bookcreator.com · 2d

Looking to spark creativity through reading? Join David Hotler and Cherish Mims for Epic! AppSmash: Reading to Creating on Wednesday, November 5. Learn how to use Epic! to inspire students to go from reading stories to creating their own content.

https://f.mtr.cool/wyxhbtymui

6 Ways to Help Preschool Students Build the Skills They’ll Need for Writing

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Edutopia @edutopia.org · 9d

Preschool teachers: Here are 6 ways to help kids start writing, before they ever pick up a pencil! ✏️

#preschool #PreK #literacy

Focusing on gross motor skills, spatial awareness, and curiosity can lay the foundation for joyful early writing.

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Robolink, Inc. @robolinkinc.bsky.social · 9d

Spooky season meets STEM! 🧙♀️ Students write their own haunted stories, then code their #CoDroneEDU to perform them. Think flying ghosts, sneaky bats, and creative coding.

🕸 Check out this month’s featured activity on our blog: www.robolink.com/blogs/roblog...

Reposted by Dr. Rachelle Dené Poth, Esq.

The Play Ed3 Podcast @played3.bsky.social · Aug 23

AI. Blockchain. NFTs.
Even if you’re not an expert, your students will face them.

@rdene915.bsky.social shares why educators must stay curious and keep learning.

🎧 https://spti.fi/iPX1uwM
📺 https://youtu.be/Hkki2tnC1p8

#PlayEd3Podcast #AIinEducation #FutureReadyTeachers

Introducing the AI Mirror Project

Dr. Rachelle Dené Poth, Esq. @rdene915.bsky.social · 11d

Guest post: Introducing the AI Mirror Project via @Rdene915 blog #AI #education #artificialintelligence #edchat #edtech #educators #learning

Guest post: Introducing the AI Mirror Project via @Rdene915 blog #AI #education #artificialintelligence #edchat #edtech #educators #learning

A Day in the Life of an Educator in 2040

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Tom Vander Ark @tomvanderark.bsky.social · Sep 18

A Day in the Life of an Educator in 2040 www.gettingsmart.com/2025/09/18/a... @gettingsmart.bsky.social @rdene915.bsky.social

This blog envisions the transformative future of education by 2040, where AI, metaverse, and learner-driven ecosystems redefine learning.

www.gettingsmart.com

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EduMatch @edumatch.bsky.social · Sep 16

🎂 Happy Birthday Rachelle! 🎂

Also, check out this article featuring @rdene915.bsky.social in @edutopia.org about #STEM
Read it here: www.edutopia.org/article/inte...

#education #edchat #teaching
#backtoschool

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J. Faubion @jessfaubion.bsky.social · 24d

I tried @socrait.com and I’m impressed it handles attendance, notes & emails while I teach.
🌟 See for yourself Sept 25, 1pm ET → bit.ly/4na4geE
#Socrait #TeachHappy @rdene915.bsky.social

Tips for Using AI and for Talking to Students About It

Dr. Rachelle Dené Poth, Esq. @rdene915.bsky.social · 18d

A prior post, Tips for Using #AI and for Talking to Students About It via @Rdene915 #education #edchat #edtech @EduaideAi @SnorklApp @MagicSchoolAI @GetSchoolAI @BriskTeaching and more

A prior post, Tips for Using #AI and for Talking to Students About It via @Rdene915 #education #edchat #edtech @EduaideAi @SnorklApp @MagicSchoolAI @GetSchoolAI @BriskTeaching and more

From Curiosity to Confidence: Building AI Literacy Together

Dr. Rachelle Dené Poth, Esq. @rdene915.bsky.social · 25d

Recap from our recent panel on #AI Literacy in partnership with @Kira_Learning. From Curiosity to Confidence: Building AI Literacy Together #education #edchat #edtech #teaching #literacy

Recap from our recent panel on #AI Literacy in partnership with @Kira_Learning. From Curiosity to Confidence: Building AI Literacy Together #education #edchat #edtech #teaching #literacy

Guest post: When AI Meets a 91-Year-Old Carpenter: Rethinking the Role of Empathy in Education

Dr. Rachelle Dené Poth, Esq. @rdene915.bsky.social · Sep 16

Guest post: When AI Meets a 91-Year-Old Carpenter: Rethinking the Role of Empathy in Education from Gary Jader #education #AI #learning

Guest post: When AI Meets a 91-Year-Old Carpenter: Rethinking the Role of Empathy in Education from Gary Jader #education #AI #learning

Leading with AI: Practical Ideas for School and District Administrators

Dr. Rachelle Dené Poth, Esq. @rdene915.bsky.social · Sep 9

Leading with AI: Practical Ideas for School and District Administrators via @Rdene915 #education #edchat #AI #teaching #suptchat #edleaders #edleadership

Leading with AI: Practical Ideas for School and District Administrators via @Rdene915 #education #edchat #AI #teaching #suptchat #edleaders #edleadership

Acceleration Academies are Serving the Students Society Wrote off

Dr. Rachelle Dené Poth, Esq. @rdene915.bsky.social · Sep 2

Acceleration Academies are Serving the Students Society Wrote off, guest post by Kelli Campbell via @Rdene915. #education #edchat #learning #school #backtoschool @Pando_PR

Acceleration Academies are Serving the Students Society Wrote off, guest post by Kelli Campbell via @Rdene915. #education #edchat #learning #school #backtoschool @Pando_PR

Fostering an Entrepreneurial Mindset in Middle School

Dr. Rachelle Dené Poth, Esq. @rdene915.bsky.social · Aug 31

Thank you so much for sharing my article!

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EduMatch @edumatch.bsky.social · Aug 28

Gm #EduSky!

Check out this article for @edutopia.org about #entrepreneurship and building skills in our classrooms from @rdene915.bsky.social 🦋

Read it here: www.edutopia.org/article/deve...

#edchat #edtech
#MiddleSchool
#EduMatch

Having students design their own brands, logos, and podcasts gives them the opportunity to develop problem-solving and creativity skills.

www.edutopia.org

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Dr. Rachelle Dené Poth, Esq. @rdene915.bsky.social · Aug 26

AI Isn’t Replacing Teachers — It’s Helping Us Teach Better via @matthew_mawn #education #edchat #teaching #AI #backtoschool

AI Isn’t Replacing Teachers — It’s Helping Us Teach Better

AI Isn’t Replacing Teachers — It’s Helping Us Teach Better via @matthew_mawn #education #edchat #teaching #AI #backtoschool

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The Play Ed3 Podcast @played3.bsky.social · Aug 21

Authenticity. Meaningful feedback. Timely response.

@rdene915.bsky.social shares the three keys to making a real difference for students.

🎧 https://spti.fi/iPX1uwM
📺 https://youtu.be/Hkki2tnC1p8

#PlayEd3Podcast #EdLeadership #TeachingWithHeart

Integrating STEM Across the Curriculum

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Edutopia @edutopia.org · Aug 15

Integrating STEM doesn’t mean you need expensive kits or extra class periods. It can start small, by using everyday items and creating quick STEM challenges that develop future-ready skills. 💫

@rdene915.bsky.social explains how.

#STEM #ITeachSocialStudies #ArtTeacher #ELATeacher

Equipping students with transferrable skills such as innovative thinking and problem-solving can have a powerful effect on learning.

The Lessons College Students Can Learn From Studying eGames Coding Methods

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Dr. Rachelle Dené Poth, Esq. @rdene915.bsky.social · Aug 19

The Lessons College Students Can Learn From Studying eGames Coding Methods by Alexa Gardner #education #edchat #teaching #highered #backtoschool

The Lessons College Students Can Learn From Studying eGames Coding Methods by Alexa Gardner #education #edchat #teaching #highered #backtoschool

Integrating STEM Across the Curriculum

Reposted by Dr. Rachelle Dené Poth, Esq.

The Play Ed3 Podcast @played3.bsky.social · Aug 18

Technology can build walls... or bridges.

@rdene915.bsky.social explains how to use AI, VR, and AR to spark connection, empathy, and authentic learning.

🎧Spotify: https://spti.fi/iPX1uwM
📺YouTube: https://youtu.be/Hkki2tnC1p8

#PlayEd3Podcast #EdTechInnovation #HumanCenteredLearning

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Edutopia @edutopia.org · Aug 12

Interesting in integrating STEM into ELA, health, physical education, social studies, or art? 🖊️🎨 @rdene915.bsky.social shares practical ideas that prepare students to work collaboratively and think critically!

#STEM #ITeachSocialStudies #ArtTeacher #ELATeacher

Equipping students with transferrable skills such as innovative thinking and problem-solving can have a powerful effect on learning.

11 Tips to Keep Your Classroom Running Smoothly

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Edutopia @edutopia.org · Aug 17

Time is a precious academic resource! ⏰ Here are 11 teacher-tested strategies to keep your classroom focused and on task.

#ClassroomManagement #EduSky

When routines are strong, expectations are clear, and materials are organized, everyone in the classroom can focus on what matters most.

Back to School: Building Skills for the Future Starts Now

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Dr. Rachelle Dené Poth, Esq. @rdene915.bsky.social · Aug 12

Back to School: Building Skills for the Future Starts Now via @Rdene915 #education #edtech #AI #edchat #backtoschool #k12 #PBL

Back to School: Building Skills for the Future Starts Now via @Rdene915 #education #edtech #AI #edchat #backtoschool #k12 #PBL