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DLEMS 00: Deeper learning in elementary and middle schools

Dangerously Irrelevant

And so it begins… I am on sabbatical in Spring 2023, unpacking deeper learning in elementary and middle schools. If there is an inquiry- and problem-based learning school that serves grades K-8 that you think I should try and visit, or if you’d like to learn more about what I’m doing and learning, please get in touch!

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Can ‘Math Therapists’ Make a Dent In America’s Declining Math Performance?

Edsurge

Huinker, who was once Robinsons instructor, argues that math-specific instructional coaches like Robinson are crucial, especially for elementary school students. Elementary school teachers can fall short on math instruction, according to Huinker. That experience helps Robinson to empathize with those shes coaching.

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What is Mastery Learning and How Do You Implement It Effectively?

The CoolCatTeacher

Mastery learning (also called competency-based learning) is being used in some classes and schools. Jon Bergmann, author of the Mastery Learning Handbook talks about how he uses mastery learning in his chemistry and physics classrooms. In 2019, he returned to the classroom to further develop Flipped and Mastery Learning.

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One state tried algebra for all eighth graders. It hasn’t gone well

The Hechinger Report

In 2006, a state education bill required for the first time that the states eighth graders take Algebra I, starting in the 2010-11 school year. This whole idea is a very naive belief that if we just kind of make it for everybody, everyone will learn, Brookings education researcher Tom Loveless told the Twin Cities Pioneer Press in 2008.

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Research: The Influence of Socioeconomic Status on Learning

TeachThought - Learn better.

Research: The Influence of Socioeconomic Status on Learning contributed by Michael Mirra Abstract Diversity has been at the forefront of educational discussions over the last few years. This paper explores the impact socioeconomic status has on student learning in order for teachers to have a better understanding of their diverse classroom.

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Technology and Digital Media in the Classroom: A Guide for Educators

Waterford

By learning to view it as a means of enhancing your lessons and resources, you can provide your students with tools and opportunities they may not otherwise access. Increased intrinsic motivation to learn. Lessons that involve digital citizenship can help a student use technology responsibly well beyond their elementary school years.

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Screen-free students: How Spokane Public Schools is helping kids engage in real life

eSchool News

Forty-one percent of teens with the highest social media usage struggle with mental health issues, and between 2010 and 2020, anxiety among adolescents skyrocketed by 106 percent. Our intent was to get every kid, every day, involved in something positive outside the school day and extend that community learning past the classroom.