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iPads for Masterful Math: Randomizing Formative Math Assessment

The CoolCatTeacher

Sean Nank’s research shows that the single biggest method for improving learning with iPads is to use online formative assessments. However, his formative assessments have a twist — students are all answering DIFFERENT math questions. This intriguing research is a must listen for any school with access to technology.

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Cultivating Lifelong Learners: How to Support Personalized Teacher Growth

A Principal's Reflections

Here is how educational leaders can champion personalized professional learning for their teachers: Needs Assessment: Start with the Individual One-size-fits-all professional development (PD) is a recipe for disengagement. Conduct individual needs assessments through surveys, goal-setting conversations, or classroom observations.

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The Pedagogy of Digital Discussion

A Principal's Reflections

I often reflect on what my learning experience might have been like had my teachers had access to and used the many interactive tools that are available today to enhance classroom discussion. 2009) Why peer discussion improves student performance on in-class concept questions. Such was life in a classroom back in the day. Smith et al.

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Self-Regulation in Blended Learning Environments

Catlin Tucker

In classrooms where students are told what to do and how to do each task, they may not have the opportunity to develop the initiative, resourcefulness, and persistence needed to develop their ability to self-regulate (Zimmerman & Moylan, 2009). Blended Learning Environments Require Self-regulation Skills.

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Khan Academy: Friend or Foe?

A Principal's Reflections

He officially started Khan Academy in 2009 knowing that quality videos would withstand test of time. The Khan Academy site now contains over 3000 videos mapped to the Common Core and associated assessments that allow learners to practice and reinforce skills acquired through the videos. Khan Academy merely provides the content.

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Implementing Mobile Devices With a Focus on Learning

A Principal's Reflections

Mobile learning provides enhanced collaboration among learners, access to information, and a deeper contextualization of learning. Koole (2009) No one will deny the impact that mobile is having on the world. points higher on the state assessments than their peers who did not use them. Cristol, D., & & Gimbert, B.

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Proximity Learning Partners With LinkIt! To Empower Certified Virtual Teachers With Advanced Assessment Solutions

eSchool News

a market leader providing data warehousing, analytics, assessment and multi-tiered system of support (MTSS) solutions for K-12 schools. Proximity Learning teachers can now access LinkIt!’s platform offers assessment management, data analytics and intervention support to drive student performance. With the addition of LinkIt!,