eSchool News

DECEMBER 2, 2021

1, 2021) –– The Kansas State Board of Education is providing statewide access to LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) professional learning for educators in prekindergarten through third grade to individuals entering the early education field. About Cambium Learning Group. BOSTON (Dec.

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eSchool News

APRIL 29, 2021

Thursday, April 29, 2021) – Today, three students across the United States are recognized for innovative solutions to societal and environmental issues as winners of the Stanley Black & Decker and Discovery Education 2021 Making for Good Challenge. The 2021 Challenge winners exemplify the power of STEAM learning.”.

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Digital Promise

DECEMBER 7, 2020

In September, Digital Promise launched a series of events to support educators with continuing and growing maker learning opportunities that meet the needs of learners through distance learning and beyond. We gained insight from educators on the barriers that exist to continue making in new contexts like distance and hybrid learning.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Silver Spring, MD (Thursday, December 16, 2021) — As school systems nationwide begin to look towards Winter Break, Discovery Education and select social impact partners present curated professional learning resources at no cost to support educators’ continued professional learning.

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Digital Promise

AUGUST 12, 2021

Nearly 250 Title I middle and high schools from 50 districts across the country are joining the program in 2021, bringing the total number of schools impacted to 511. We are proud to continue our partnership with Verizon to support schools and provide devices and access to the students who need it the most.”. represented in Cohort 8.

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SETDA Says

JUNE 22, 2021

The State Educational Technology Directors Association (SETDA) created the State Achievement Award (SSA) to recognize outstanding initiatives from SETDA State and Affiliate members and their teams that address meaningful challenges in teaching and learning.

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eSchool News

JUNE 29, 2022

BOSTON (June 29, 2022) – Cicero School District 99 in Illinois has adopted Lexia LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) professional learning programs for its teachers and administrators. It also offers professional learning sessions led by national LETRS experts. About Cambium Learning Group.

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Buncee

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

Applications for the 2020-2021 cohort are now open! The Buncee Ambassador Program is a professional learning network made up of teachers who love, support and use Buncee! Support if you’re planning professional development, whether it’s a small group, a district-level event, or a major conference.

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Digital Promise

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Namely, this was the first formal introduction of competency-based professional learning through micro-credentials in Puerto Rico. Our new case study report highlights the effectiveness and impact of professional learning support for technology integration and use, including competency-based micro-credentials, for educators.

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N2Y

AUGUST 19, 2021

Most of the country is pivoting to brick‑and‑mortar learning for the start of the 2021–2022 school year. While virtual learning will continue to be an option in many public school districts, enrollment will likely be limited to those with high‑risk medical conditions or other special factors. Assume the Best.

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Edsurge

MAY 8, 2024

Department of Education's YOU Belong in STEM and the National Science Foundation's vision for the STEM Education of the Future underscore a national commitment to equipping students with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in a tech-centric world, ensuring equitable access to opportunities that foster innovation and sustain the economy.

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Shake Up Learning

MAY 31, 2021

30% OFF the ALL-ACCESS PASS! appeared first on Shake Up Learning. TODAY ONLY: The Shake Up Learning ALL-ACCESS PASS, which is already a tremendous value worth over $600, is 30% OFF. Use this link to get the ALL-ACCESS PASS for $137.90. About The Shake Up Learning ALL-ACCESS PASS! The post TODAY ONLY!

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Dangerously Irrelevant

JANUARY 3, 2021

The fourth initiative is the upcoming Women’s Leadership Incubator , sponsored by the Office of Professional Learning and Community Education (PLACE) in the University of Wisconsin School of Education.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

During the Speak Up 2021 Congressional Briefing: Release of the National Research Findings, Dr. Evans, along with a panel of K-12 student voices, discussed findings from this year’s Speak Up Research Project. But one of the key factors emerging is equitable access to quality teachers. Join the Community.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 9, 2020

Curriculum Associates has named 44 teachers to the 2021 class of Extraordinary Educators, an annual program that celebrates and connects exemplar teachers from around the country. To learn about the 2021 Extraordinary Educators, visit CurriculumAssociates.com/Extraordinary-Educators/2021-Class.

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eSchool News

JUNE 24, 2021

Thursday, June 24, 2021) – 3M and Discovery Education today announced the top 10 finalists and four honorable mention recipients in the 2021 3M Young Scientist Challenge. The competition event will take place from October 18-19, 2021, at the 3M Innovation Center in Minneapolis. SILVER SPRING, Md. & PAUL, Minn.

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A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 14, 2021

Therein lies what separates effective vs. ineffective professional learning. The interactive classroom can be accessed HERE. I was blown away and feel that this is the best example of a remote learning environment that I have seen in the field. Below you can see her work of art.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

In this edWebinar, the Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) Social Studies team, made up of regional and district leaders, describe how their virtual learning communities on edWeb.net helped them support educators, and their students and parents, during a time of crisis. There’s always a constant growth pattern.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

In this edWebinar, the Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) Social Studies team, made up of regional and district leaders, describe how their virtual learning communities on edWeb.net helped them support educators, and their students and parents, during a time of crisis. There’s always a constant growth pattern.

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eSchool News

JUNE 24, 2021

Wednesday, June 23, 2021) – 3M and Discovery Education today announced 30 State Merit Winners in the 2021 3M Young Scientist Challenge. The 2021 3M Young Scientist Challenge State Merit Winners are listed below in alphabetical order by state: [Alabama] Sophia Al-Halaseh, Fort Payne Middle School, Fort Payne City School District.

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Digital Promise

APRIL 20, 2022

In 2021, six educators representing community-based organizations, libraries, public schools, and the Digital Promise Maker Learning team embarked on a journey to increase opportunities for virtual and remote maker learning. The insights from this experience are valuable to all who wish to engage in powerful maker learning.

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Edthena

JULY 22, 2021

For those looking to continue their personal and professional learning on their own, we have some top July reads and resources. Providing access to childcare for educators by having state leaders include teachers in their essential worker designations. It’s July and hopefully, educators are resting and recharging.

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eSchool News

JUNE 17, 2021

June 15, 2021 — Denver, Colo. — MindSpark Learning ® (MindSpark ), a nonprofit that delivers extraordinary and sustainable learning experiences for educators and professionals, announced today the acquisition of Couragion , a leading provider of STEM career literacy and workforce development solutions.

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Digital Promise

JANUARY 13, 2022

Many of the micro-credentials we launched in 2021 focus on topics such as learner variability, digital fluency, STEM, flexible mindsets, early literacy, and more. As part of our robust micro-credential ecosystem, we proudly partner with organizations to provide opportunities for on-demand, personalized professional learning.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 25, 2021

We begin 2021 heartened by the resiliency of educators and students from around the country pushing through the disruptions of COVID-19. Even in the face of current challenges, many schools and districts are using this moment to design new approaches that will shape learning far into the future.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Others shared that they or their colleagues fear being reprimanded by school leaders for trying something new, don’t feel adequately trained, or lack access to the tools they need to implement edtech effectively. Internet access has also improved substantially.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 20, 2019

Since then, access to personal computers and the internet as well as other advancements in technology have supported esports’ growth into a substantial industry with professional teams, high-stakes competitions, team sponsorships and more. sports leagues except the NFL. . Snow White is an education strategist for Dell Technologies.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 5, 2022

SILVER SPRING, MD (Tuesday, January 4, 2021— North Carolina’s Hoke County Schools (HCS) has launched a new partnership with Discovery Education creating modern and innovative learning environments supporting science instruction. Those resources are: The Discovery Education platform. .

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eSchool News

AUGUST 2, 2021

SILVER SPRING, MD (Monday, August 2, 2021) — Georgia’s Toombs County Schools (TCS) today launched a new partnership with? Discovery Education providing district teachers and students in all grades K-12 access to an award-winning digital learning platform in the coming school year. Twitter and? LinkedIn.??? .

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Digital Promise

MAY 25, 2021

We have learned how to leverage technology to establish and maintain relationships with students and colleagues as we navigated the unknown waters of blended and distance learning. School librarians serve teachers, students, and families by providing access to information in a variety of formats.

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Neo LMS

JUNE 24, 2021

Technology is great for providing many ways to learn and can present multiple solutions for educators looking to take advantage of professional learning opportunities at a time, place, and pace that meets their interests. Here are some ideas for PD for anywhere and anytime learning: Audio platforms. PLNs and PLCs.

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Digital Promise

OCTOBER 13, 2021

How did superintendents leverage strategies learned from the Verizon Innovative Learning Schools program across their districts? What are their aspirations for greater technology integration and engagement in 2021-22? Applying lessons learned for district-wide impact.

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Shake Up Learning

JUNE 14, 2021

My hope is that this template will give you even more ideas for how to use podcasts for professional learning at your school or on your own. We’ve been creating Podcast PD Choice Boards for teachers to explore and learn. I love using choice boards in the classroom AND in professional learning experiences.

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Edsurge

JUNE 14, 2023

In February, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that as of 2021, more than one-third of high school students, including nearly three in five teen girls, had persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness. The sobering statistics on a growing youth mental health crisis have become frequent headlines.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

PLANO, Texas and SILVER SPRING, Maryland (September 23, 2021) — Toyota’s mission of Mobility for All is at the core of a new education initiative by Toyota and Discovery Education called Keys to Connect. . Learn more about Keys to Connect at toyotakeystoconnect.com and in Discovery Education’s K-12 learning platform.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

million families access to services across 37 states. The content includes free on-demand courses taught by licensed therapists and family mental health nights hosted by trained professionals. Learn more at CookCenterforHumanConnection.org.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021 — BetterLesson , a leading provider of high quality virtual and in-person K–12 professional learning, announces that the company’s “Empowered Algebra Learning For All” solution is one of only 11 grantees chosen for the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Grand Challenge. CAMBRIDGE, MASS.

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