Emily Horn

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Content Strategist, Editor and Copywriter at TCEA Blog

I write compelling content. Content Strategist, Editor, & Copywriter @TCEA | Former educator & school admin | Bilingual Francophile 🇺🇸🇫🇷| Tweets Are Mine

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Construction and procurement Law Newsletter

Aug 6, 2024 | lexology.com | Aron C. Beezley |John Goodman |Carly Miller |Kyle Doiron |B. David Joffe |Emily Horn | +2 more

PROCUREMENT FRAUD RECOVERIES SUBSTANTIAL FOR DOJ IN FY 2023ARON C. BEEZLEYThe Department of Justice (DOJ) recently announced that it obtained more than $2.68 billion in False Claims Act (FCA) settlements and judgments in the fiscal year ending September 23, 2023. Notably, DOJ reports that "procurement fraud" recoveries again comprised one of the largest categories of recoveries for DOJ this past year.
Leveraging Next-Gen Tools for Education 4.0

Jun 10, 2024 | blog.tcea.org | Alicia Verweij |Emily Horn

280 In the rapidly evolving educational landscape, Education 4.0 marks a significant milestone, blending traditional pedagogies with the latest in AI and digital tool integration. This approach emphasizes creating personalized, engaging, and effective learning experiences, with a particular focus on reading, writing, and research.
End-of-Year Ideas and Summer Reading with Book Creator

May 14, 2024 | blog.tcea.org | Stevie Frank |Emily Horn

606 Summer is knocking on our doors! The weather is getting warmer, days are getting longer, and the promise of sleeping in is just within our reach. But, we’re not quite done with the school year! How can we keep the momentum until the end? As a former classroom teacher, I had canned assessments in the form of essays, worksheets, or quizzes that could quickly be graded and inserted into the gradebook.
The NEW K-8 Tech App TEKS and Free, Editable Spreadsheets

May 12, 2024 | blog.tcea.org | Emily Horn

2K Teachers all over the U.S. are getting ready for summer! Who’s ready? *raises hand* Teachers in Texas are also preparing to implement several new TEKS in the upcoming school year. One area that got an update in 2022 was Technology Applications. Let’s look at the new K-8 Tech Apps TEKS to be implemented in August 2024. You’ll also get some free, editable spreadsheets that include “I can” statements.
How Texas Schools Are Integrating the TA-TEKS

May 7, 2024 | blog.tcea.org | Shari Tomlinson |Emily Horn

350 Exciting developments are on the horizon for K-8 schools across Texas as they gear up to implement the new Technology Applications TEKS (Tech Apps/TA-TEKS) in the upcoming school year. With a focus on integrating the Tech Apps TEKS into core curriculum areas, schools and districts are charting their unique paths to ensure seamless adoption and effective instruction.
TCEA Membership Is FREE for Teacher Appreciation Week

May 6, 2024 | blog.tcea.org | Robert Bennett |Emily Horn

13 TCEA membership is already a treasure. Now, as part of Teacher Appreciation Week, May 6-10, it’s yours for free! Free is great… but why join? Let’s take a look at:Who TCEA IsThe Benefits of a TCEA MembershipHow You Can Win a $50 Amazon Gift Card TCEA is a nonprofit association that has been dedicated to its mission of advancing teaching and learning through the use of technology since 1980.
Whooo’s Reading: Beyond Multiple Choice Comprehension Questions

May 1, 2024 | blog.tcea.org | Shelli Harrel |Emily Horn

361 In an educational environment where students have been conditioned to expect multiple-choice assessments, educators are increasingly looking for new ways to gauge student learning. Are you looking for ways to help your students “think outside of the bubbles”? Whooo’s Reading is a program designed to help students improve both their reading comprehension and writing skills while creating a fun alternative to traditional assessments.
Boost Communication with Autocrat, Google Sheets, and Looker Studio

Apr 26, 2024 | blog.tcea.org | Dan Larson |Emily Horn

338 Communication is the cornerstone of any successful school. It fosters collaboration between teachers, keeps parents engaged, and ensures students feel informed and supported. Yet, navigating the complex web of communication needs within a school community can feel like a constant uphill battle. This is where technology steps in, offering a powerful trifecta to streamline data sharing and revolutionize communication across all stakeholders: Autocrat, Google Sheets, and Looker Studio.
TCEA Welcomes Bill Long as Area 15 and 18 Director

Apr 22, 2024 | tcea.org | TCEA Bylaws |Emily Horn

Austin, Texas: The Texas Computer Education Association (TCEA) proudly welcomes Bill Long to its esteemed board of directors as the new TCEA Director of Areas 15 and 18. Long, currently serving as the director of technology and cybersecurity coordinator at Harper ISD, brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to his new role. Stepping into his 2-year term, he joins 21 peers to support TCEA’s mission of advancing teaching and learning through technology.
Student App Development with Glide

Apr 19, 2024 | blog.tcea.org | Shane Peek |Emily Horn

1.7K Our lives are intricately intertwined with mobile devices and apps. From communication to productivity, entertainment to education, we rely on apps to navigate today’s digital landscape. Spend five minutes with a teenager, and you’ll quickly realize this trend is amplified in our students.