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Homeroom: Digital Teaching and Learning (DTL)

February 29, 2024
Join hosts Dani and Matt on this episode of UEN Homeroom as they explore the Digital Teaching and Learning (DTL) grants given to Utah schools to support technology purchases. 
Teacher Tip: Using Nearpod's Draw-It Tool for Formative Assessment

February 27, 2024
Want to improve formative assessments in your classroom? Learn how Nearpod’s “Draw-It” tool can elevate your assessments by encouraging student creativity and providing valuable insights into their learning...
PDTV: Leading Schools

February 15, 2024
Host Katie Blunt travels to Orangeville, Utah to visit principal John Hughes of Cottonwood Elementary to discuss how his experiences at the UEN Leading Schools Conference have provided him with ideas to support his staff,...
Teacher Tip: Tech Tools to Enhance Effective Classroom Management

February 13, 2024
Even the most seasoned teachers have struggled with classroom management at some point. Let’s explore some of the many tech tools available to help you create a positive and focused learning environment in your classroom!
Adobe Spotlight: New Adobe Express Video Tools

February 9, 2024
In this tutorial, Rob guides you through Adobe Express' powerful yet easy-to-use video creation tools. Learn to seamlessly edit clips and images together into high-quality, engaging videos.
Homeroom: How Has Learning Changed?

February 8, 2024
Join Dani and Matt on this episode of UEN Homerom as they delve into three different types of technology: eSports, Robotics and Artifical Intelligence (AI). 
Teacher Tip: The Art of Note-Taking

January 30, 2024
In this week’s Teacher Tip, Kayla Towner shares note-taking strategies for K-12 students, including using Microsoft OneNote and Canva templates to take these strategies online.
Homeroom: Digital Equity and Curricula

January 25, 2024
In this episode of UEN Homeroom, Dani and Matt delve into the relationship between digital technology and its usefulness in building curriculum. 
Teacher Tip: Better Discussions, Better Engagement

January 16, 2024
Discover the benefits of online discussions and how they can supercharge your lessons and create a dynamic learning environment for all students. From boosted engagement and deeper understanding to accessibility and inclusion,...
Homeroom: Location and Digital Equity

January 11, 2024
In this episode of UEN Homeroom, Dani and Matt discuss the impact of geographic location on access to technology and the internet in Utah. Listen now!
PDTV: From Consumers to Creators: DLI and the 4 C's

January 11, 2024
Travel to Middle Canyon Elementary in Tooele to meet Abish Jimenez, a 3rd-grade Spanish Dual Language Immersion teacher who is transforming Chromebooks in her classroom into tools for collaboration, creativity,...
Get Ready for UCET/UELMA 24 with UEN Tools

January 2, 2024
Utah Coalition for Educational Technology is excited to partner with UELMA, Utah’s librarian association, for an amazing 2024 conference. Join UEN, along with speakers from across the country, on March 19th-20th at the Salt...
UDL: Flexible Expression of Learning (and Instruction!)

December 19, 2023
Forget one-size-fits-all! In this article, you’ll learn how Canvas provides a variety of tools that enable both teachers and learners to access learning materials and demonstrate mastery in an engaging and truly...
Homeroom: What Does Digital Equity Look Like in Schools?

December 14, 2023
Delve into the complex world of digital equity in Utah's schools. Hear from educators and technology leaders who witnessed the pandemic's impact firsthand and explore what initiatives are doing to bridge the digital divide in...
UEN Teacher Tip: Utilizing Student-Generated Resource Banks

December 12, 2023
This article explores how Student-Generated Resource Banks can support all students, from those catching up to your high-achievers seeking extension opportunities.