It is a usual occurrence for the MAD-learn team to receive feedback from amazing teachers who are either currently using the product or have used it in the past. Thanks to these superstar MAD-teachers, our product keeps getting better. It was, however, such a breath of fresh air for me to have received multiple messages from students of the District…
How to have a successful virtual session with an outside facilitator
The global pandemic COVID-19 has enlightened us to new and alternative teaching and learning methods. Although the world of video conferencing and virtual meetings has been around for a while, it is being used now more than ever, especially in classrooms around the world. The number of MAD-learn virtual app workshops during this period has increased greatly and has taught…
MAD-news for June: Certified MAD-teachers and MAD-experts now earn $$
Hi Guest, HAPPY SUMMER!! You have been through so much this school year, more than any of us could have ever imagined. But you are here, you are standing, you are smiling, you made it! Thank you for hanging in there for your students and for us. We hope you have a restful and rejuvenating summer break. You need it.…
MAD-news for May: STEM/STEAM Partnerships
Hi MAD-learn, A few weeks ago I was honored to attend and be a part of the SEE Summit: Students for Equitable Education, hosted by Digital Promise but organized, led, and presented entirely by STUDENTS. It was such a refreshing conference and I would like to encourage you to think about how you can empower your students to share their…
App Development in my Math Class
I am constantly looking for new ways to inspire my students and ignite their imagination while instilling in them a love of learning. Keeping them engaged and encouraging them to tap into their innovative side by thinking outside the box is such a vital part of their growth. As a mathematics teacher with several years of teaching experience, I have…
MAD-learn named Software Company of the year – 2021 Best of Atlanta Awards!
Each year, the Atlanta Award Program identifies companies that have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and the community. These exceptional companies help make the Atlanta area a great place to live, work and play. We are excited…
App Development with my Girls Who Code Club
As an educator with over 13 years of experience, I am conscious of the fact that we need to prepare students for jobs that do not even exist yet; which means we need to modify our teaching practices to include collaborative technological integration. In my search for a tool that provides authentic hands-on experiences, I reached out to our district…
MAD-news for April: Congressional App Challenge Winners
Hi Guest, Although the news continues to share one disheartening story after the next, we want to try to bring some brightness to your day with MAD-news and the reminder that there are good people everywhere who are doing good things to help our world be better, one step at a time. We are all lucky to know them, be them,…
MAD-learn named Edtech Cool Tool Awards Finalist for coding, computer science, engineering solution – Edtech Digest Awards 2021!
The EdTech Awards were established in 2010 to recognize, acknowledge, and celebrate the most exceptional innovators, leaders, and trendsetters in education technology. Finalists and winners for The EdTech Awards 2021 have been announced to a worldwide audience of educators, technologists, students, parents, and policymakers interested in building a better future for learners and leaders in the education and workforce sectors.…
MAD-news for March: Women’s Day Spotlight
Hi Guest, Our Birthday Giveaway continues all year so make sure you enter now, if you haven’t already! Last month’s winners were Nani Wells, Ariel Quirck, LaWanda Sanford, and Patrick Gilhooley! Alefiya Master Founder & CEO What’s hAPPening What Did YOU Do to Celebrate International Women’s Day? There were countless ways that this special day was recognized around the globe.…