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If Smart Glasses Are Coming, What Will That Mean for Classrooms?

Edsurge

When Meta held its annual conference at the end of September, the tech giant announced it is betting that the next wave of computing will come in the form of smart eyeglasses. One commenter even suggested just giving up on doing tests and assignments and trying to find new ways of assessing student knowledge. “I

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TCEA 2019: Where Is Your K–12 District on the Security Map?

EdTech Magazine

Making a cybersecurity plan without an initial assessment of the status quo is like making an airplane reservation without knowing what city you’re flying out of , said Frosty Walker, CISO for the Texas Education Agency, at the Texas Computer Education Association Convention & Exposition in San Antonio on Monday. . eli.zimmerman_9856.

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Khan Academy: Friend or Foe?

A Principal's Reflections

While attending the NSBA Annual Conference this past weekend, I had the opportunity to attend Sal Kahn’s keynote on Sunday. To date, these statistics are: 140 million+ lessons delivered, 500 million+ exercises done, and 6+ million unique visits per month. Khan is the creator of Khan Academy. Khan Academy merely provides the content.

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Unlocking Hidden Potential through Recruitment

EdNews Daily

The first, is a fairly simple challenge, consisting of two online tests which assesses an individual’s logic and reasoning skills, while simultaneously testing their tenacity and determination to continue to resolve enigmas that they may not fully comprehend. For more information about the Reimagine Education Conference, please visit here.

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Can Learning Science Help Teachers Design More Effective Civics Lessons?

Edsurge

The latest results from the National Assessment of Educational Progress found that scores for eight-grade students on civics, history and geography exams all dipped from 2014 to 2018. Of course, like every other subject, the true test and value of civics and history extends far beyond academics and assessments. An Untimely Disruption.

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With School Plans in Flux, Here Are 3 Leadership Strategies to Prioritize—and 2 to Avoid

Edsurge

How are these indicators similar and different when we host a live video conference, moderate a discussion board or lead a classroom discussion? Seek authentic feedback, build true partnerships with families, and exercise shared leadership so diverse stakeholders can work together toward more equitable outcomes.

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E-learning in times of crisis: The CARE2 Framework

Neo LMS

These include videoconferencing and streaming platforms, learning hubs, or assessment tools, among others. Extending deadlines for assessments or allowing multiple attempts or late submissions will ease the anxiety of students who will have to contend with various requirements with other subject teachers.

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