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Victoria A Davis, Cool Cat Teacher

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Nutella in Space, Vibe Coding, and Why Data-Driven...

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2026/04/13

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts.Here's a sample of my weekly newsletter. Every so often I share my newsletter here on my blog. To subscribe click the link at the bottom. The post Nutella in Space, Vibe Coding, and Why Data-Driven Doesn’t Mean Data-Only appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day. Meow! If you're seeing this on another

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Vibe Coding, Agentic AI, and What Schools Must Teach Now

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2026/04/07

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. Learn vibe coding for teachers—describe what you want, AI writes the code. Plus: agentic AI (and how Vicki is using Claude Cowork), why schools should consider teaching professional language earlier, and cybersecurity essentials. Feat. Donnie Piercey & Rachelle Dené Poth. The post Vibe Coding, Agentic AI, and What Schools Must Teach Now appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher

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Inquiry Based Learning Made Simple for K-8

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2026/04/06

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. Learn how inquiry based learning can fit into any K-8 classroom. Terra Tarango shares practical, cross-curricular strategies teachers can start using today. The post Inquiry Based Learning Made Simple for K-8 appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day. Meow! If you're seeing this on another site, they are

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Brain Friendly Reading Strategies That Actually Work

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2026/03/19

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts.Discover brain-friendly reading strategies that boost literacy outcomes. Malia Hollowell shares science-backed techniques for sight words, dyslexia support, and word ladders—with 95% of students able to read by end of first grade. The post Brain Friendly Reading Strategies That Actually Work appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators

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Every Year Is a Fresh Start: 5 Tips for Making Class...

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2026/02/28

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts.Creating balanced class lists in elementary schools is a complex yet vital process that affects a child's entire school year. Effective strategies include starting early, involving multiple staff perspectives, and utilizing digital tools like Class Composer to organize data and ensure thoughtful placements. Here's how to make it happen. The post Every Year Is a Fresh Start: 5

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Einstein Cheating Bot Exposed: What You Should Know

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2026/02/27

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. Michelle Kassorla shared a great (or alarming, I shoudl say) rundown of the Einstein tool. Basically this tool was using an open source tool called Open Claw which has terrible… The post Einstein Cheating Bot Exposed: What You Should Know appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day. Meow! If you're

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Here’s Looking at You, Kid: How a Trip Off the Grid...

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2026/02/27

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. Learn how going with no-notification devices, like getting rid of your smartwatch, might give you the best productivity and memories you have ever had in your life. The post Here’s Looking at You, Kid: How a Trip Off the Grid Changed How I Live Life On the Grid appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day

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Teen Phone Addiction: What Actually Works

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2026/02/26

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. Phone addiction teens: Australian psychologist Dr. Brad Marshall shares evidence-based strategies that actually work — including the "handbrake rule" — from 2,500+ families. (Episode 928) The post Teen Phone Addiction: What Actually Works appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day. Meow! If you're seeing this on

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The Beautiful Nuance of Neurodiverse Classrooms

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2026/02/18

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts.Two experts share research-based strategies for understanding and supporting neurodivergent students — from the double empathy problem to practical classroom design changes every teacher can make this week. The post The Beautiful Nuance of Neurodiverse Classrooms appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day

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Epic Elementary Super Show: Executive Functioning,...

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2026/02/04

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts.The episode of Cool Cat Teacher Talk addresses common elementary classroom challenges, such as student retention of material, effective rostering, and differentiation in math and reading. Featuring insights from various educators, it emphasizes executive functioning, classroom management techniques, and practical strategies to enhance learning while making the classroom engaging

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How Teachers Can Give High-Potential Students a...

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2026/01/31

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts.High-achieving students often lack direction due to access barriers, but mentorship can significantly help. Programs like Project Access connect students with mentors who guide them through college admissions, particularly for underrepresented groups. Zak Adams, a Harvard student, shares his journey and emphasizes the importance of supportive networks in achieving educational

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Hope and Help for Teachers in a Cold January 💛

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2026/01/31

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. This week's newsletter emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence and the effective use of AI in education. I share valuable resources from a recent FETC presentation, discuss classroom strategies, and I also reflect on personal challenges that we all have. I wanted my blog readers to have a glimpse of my personal newsletter I send weekly. The post Hope and Help for

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Strategies to Boost Student Focus and Learning...

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2026/01/28

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. The episode of Cool Cat Teacher Talk addresses the challenges of student engagement and the integration of AI in education. It features discussions on effective learning strategies, like retrieval practice and formative assessments, alongside insights from experts Blake Harvard and Mary Ehrenworth on enhancing student focus and utilizing AI as a supportive tool. The post

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English Language Learners: How to Engage with New...

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2026/01/28

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. As the semester begins, here are some tips to help us effectively support new English Language Learners (ELL). Andrea Bitner emphasizes the importance of knowing students' preferred names, understanding their previous experiences, collaborating with ELL instructors, and maintaining a learner's mindset. The podcast is sponsored by Speakable, a tool for enhancing language

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The Science of Attention: The Difference One Teacher...

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2025/12/18

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts.Myriam Da Silva, CEO of CheckIT Learning, discusses the complexities of attention in education, emphasizing realistic expectations for student engagement. Through research and practical examples, she highlights how teachers can create engaging environments. The episode also shares a poignant story about the impact of a teacher's attention on a young girl in the 1960s. The post

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Transform Your School with Ethical AI: Insights from...

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2025/12/10

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts.In this episode, Dr. Nancy Frey and Vickie Echols discuss how educators can effectively utilize AI in schools rather than fearing it. They share strategies for ethical, human-centered AI use that enhances learning while addressing concerns like cheating and burnout. Their insights aim to empower teachers and leaders in the evolving educational landscape. The post Transform Your

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How to Build a Reader: 4 Tips to Teach Reading Joyfully

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2025/12/08

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. In this podcast episode, literacy expert Jennifer Burns discusses effective reading instruction, emphasizing four foundational skills: seeing, hearing, thinking, and believing like a reader. She critiques over-reliance on curriculum and advocates for personalized teaching strategies that adapt to each child's unique needs, promoting success and engagement in reading. The post How

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30 Hot 2025 AI/Tech Wins + Hormone-Smart Weight Loss...

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2025/06/20

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts.Learn about tips for weight loss for teachers after age 40 from expert Jennifer Edwards. Also, dig into 30 hot AI and technology news stories and how they impact your classroom. The post 30 Hot 2025 AI/Tech Wins + Hormone-Smart Weight Loss for Teachers appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day. Meow! If you're

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Let’s Talk: 15 AI Tools + 15 Hot EduHeadlines (June...

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2025/06/19

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. From Claude Opus 4's mind-blowing coding demos to FBI warnings about AI voice scams, this episode covers 15 game-changing AI tools for teachers and 15 critical education headlines. Discover why blue books are making a comeback, how students are AI-checking their professors, and the essential cybersecurity vocabulary every educator needs in 2025 The post Let’s Talk: 15 AI Tools +

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My Online AI Workshop for Educators This Tuesday (2.5...

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2025/05/31

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts.Tuesday, June 5, 5:30 - 8:00 pm EDT I'll be teaching an online course for 2.5 CEU's - Learn about this class, how you can watch the video (even if you can't come) and the kinds of things I'll be sharing that I learned this year in my classroom. The post My Online AI Workshop for Educators This Tuesday (2.5 CEU’s) appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis

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