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How One District is Scaling Student Tech Teams to Support Sustainable Technology Systems

Digital Promise

The post How One District is Scaling Student Tech Teams to Support Sustainable Technology Systems appeared first on Digital Promise.

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Q&A: Missouri Equips Mobile Incident Command Centers for School Safety

EdTech Magazine

Known sometimes as “the lockdown guy,” John McDonald’s experiences make him a valuable asset for K–12 schools preparing for or responding to a crisis. He spent 14 years as the executive director of school safety for Colorado’s Jeffco Public Schools — the district that’s home to Columbine High School — where he helped create an incident command system.

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Transform any online resource into interactive learning with Brisk Boost

Ditch That Textbook

This post is sponsored by Brisk TeachingAs teachers, we have all sorts of learning resources for our students -- documents, web pages, slide decks, YouTube videos, and more.Getting students to consume our content -- and understand it -- and know how to apply it?That's the tricky part. With Brisk Boost, it's easy to add an interactive […] The post Transform any online resource into interactive learning with Brisk Boost appeared first on Ditch That Textbook.

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Baked-in bias or sweet equity: AI’s role in motivation and deep learning

eSchool News

Key points: It is critical to monitor AI systems for bias and impact on student groups AI use guide helps students navigate AI in learning AI’s transformative role in accessibility For more news on AI and bias, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub In the quickly evolving landscape of AI, education stands at the forefront. New AI tools are emerging daily for educators and students; from AI tutors to curriculum creators, the AI education market is surging.

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Enhancing Higher Education with Generative AI: A Responsible Guide

Generative AI holds tremendous promise for all stakeholders in higher education. But guardrails are needed. Strong governance that empower instructors are at the core of a responsible approach to using generative AI in academia.

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Tech Tip #135: 5 Tips on Internet Research

Ask a Tech Teacher

In these 169 tech-centric situations, you get an overview of pedagogy—the tech topics most important to your teaching—as well as practical strategies to address most classroom tech situations, how to scaffold these to learning, and where they provide the subtext to daily tech-infused education. Today’s tip: Category: Parents Here’s a poster with five tips that will help students as they use the internet for research: Review these with students when they’re ready for each tip.

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3 keys to success when introducing robotics to young learners

eSchool News

Key points: Robotics may seem intimidating, but student engagement will soar Bringing robots to early education classrooms in rural Nevada Robotics plays a key role in early STEM education For more news on robotics, visit eSN’s STEM & STEAM hub In my role as the school library media specialist and enrichment teacher at Garfield Elementary School , I was researching student-centered robotics products for K-2 students last year when my school won a grant from Montclair State University.

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4 Ways One Professor Uses AI to Save Time and Help Students

techlearning

Philosopher Graham Clay uses AI to help write letters of recommendation, convert lectures into quizzes, and answer student questions when he’s not available. Here’s how.

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Which Content Is Most Important? The 40/40/40 Rule

TeachThought - Learn better.

The 40/40/40 Rule: An Overview by Terry Heick I first encountered the 40/40/40 rule years ago while skimming one of those giant (and indispensable) 400 page Understanding by Design tomes. The question was simple enough. Of all of the academic standards, you are tasked with ‘covering’ (more on this in a minute), what’s important that students understand for the next 40 days, what’s important that they understand for the next 40 months, and what’s important that they

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I Tested Social Media Civility Around A Hot Topic And The Results Will Surprise You

techlearning

Can online social media platforms foster meaningful exchanges, not toxic destructiveness?

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OPINION: Parents should be not freaked out when their kids want to pursue an arts education

The Hechinger Report

In my career as an arts educator and school administrator, I have met countless families whose children are excited to embark on a college education focused on filmmaking or acting. The parents are often less excited than their children, however: They seem both apprehensive and determined to steer their children to more “practical” pursuits. Given the financial realities regularly confronted by the arts and the high cost of postsecondary education, a bit of hesitation may be natural.

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Enhancing School Device Management for Improved Learning

Schools face increasing challenges as technology becomes integral to education. Efficient device management is essential for maximizing technology use and safeguarding investments. Our article discusses the importance of tracking devices, outlines current challenges, and suggests modern solutions that go beyond traditional methods like Excel. Learn how advanced tracking systems can streamline operations, improve maintenance, and offer real-time updates for better resource allocation.

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TalkingPoints: How to Use It to Connect With Families

techlearning

TalkingPoints is a family engagement platform designed for school and district use.

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Random Groups for Math Discovery and Practice

MiddleWeb

Michelle Russell recently revisited random grouping for her math students and found the environment was much better. Students were talking more together, and there was more work being done during discovery activities and concept practice. Included: a free grouping card site. The post Random Groups for Math Discovery and Practice first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: CTL's Chromebook Plus: Empower Teachers and Staff, Streamline IT Management

techlearning

The new CTL Chromebook Plus PX141 Series empowers teachers, staff, and advanced students to be more productive, creative, and connected.

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20 Questions To Help Students Think Critically About News

TeachThought - Learn better.

Help Students Think Critically About News With These 20 Questions This post was originally published in 2019 and updated in 2024 by Terrell Heick 1. In the article, headline, or social share, ‘who’ is saying ‘what’? That is, what specific author and publication are making what kind of claim about what topic or ideas? 2. Is what’s being stated or claimed fact or opinion?

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Quickly Create Personalized Learning Experiences that Work

How can we actively engage learners 24/7, on their level and according to their interests, while respecting their learning styles? It’s not impossible. In this guide: Explore how to transform traditional, one-way videos into two-way interactive learning experiences Understand different types of artificial intelligence (AI), including - Generative vs.

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How do we balance innovation and ethics?

The Thinking Stick

On this week we speak with Dr. Federica Fornaciari, who is a Professor, a researcher, a children’s book author, and the Academic Program Director for the MA in Strategic Communications at National University. She received a doctorate in Communication with a concentration in Electronic Security and Privacy from the University of Illinois at Chicago and a Master of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication from Marshall University.

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Tone As A Cause And Effect Of Learning

TeachThought - Learn better.

Tone As A Cause And Effect Of Learning by Terrell Heick In 20 Words That Can Affect How Students Think, , we said “Tone affects how students see themselves and their role in the learning process. In fact, a student’s own ongoing internal dialogue and thoughts about themselves and their self-identity as learners isn’t just a ‘factor’ in learning but one of the single most important factors.” This is central to the principle and practice of Social-Emotional Learning (and strategies for

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The science of never forgetting: Spaced repetition for fast learning that lasts

Brainscape

When I was in school, I had a serious problem with history class. I could not remember who did what in any century. It was all a blur of ancient names and dates that looked like PIN codes. So my mom came up with a deal: If I raised my grade to a B on my next history test, she’d take me to my favorite pizzeria. Challenge accepted— I love pizza.

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Anti-Bullying Week: Cara Mencegah Bullying di Sekolah Orang Tua dan Guru Wajib Tahu

Twinkl International Publishing

Artikel ini menjawab semua pertanyaan tentang anti bullying week mulai dari apa itu bullying, jenis jenis bullying, cara mencegah bullying, kampanye Anti-Bullying: Odd Sock Day, ciri-ciri anak korban bully sampai dengan cara menangani bullying baik di rumah maupun di sekolah. Temukan juga bahan ajar anti-bullying yang dapat diunduh secara gratis.

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Can Brain Science Actually Help Make Your Training & Teaching Stick?

Speaker: Andrew Cohen, Founder & CEO of Brainscape

The instructor’s PPT slides are brilliant. You’ve splurged on the expensive interactive courseware. Student engagement is stellar. So… why are half of your students still forgetting everything they learned in just a matter of weeks? It's likely a matter of cognitive science! With so much material to "teach" these days, we often forget to incorporate key proven principles into our curricula — namely active recall, metacognition, spaced repetition, and interleaving practice.

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From Idea to Image Teaching Students the Basics of AI Image Prompting

Hansen's Link to Tech

“From Idea to Image: Teaching Students the Basics of AI Image Prompting” explores how educators can introduce students to the fundamentals of creating effective AI prompts for generating images. This article covers essential techniques for transforming creative ideas into descriptive prompts, helping students unlock new ways to visualize and communicate their concepts.

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Reajuste da Mensalidade Escolar 2025: O Que as Escolas Precisam Saber?

Twinkl International Publishing

Um reajuste bem planejado não é apenas uma necessidade financeira, mas também uma oportunidade para melhorar a qualidade do ensino e crescer. Por isso, o post aborda a questão do reajuste das mensalidades escolares e destaca que quase 98% das escolas particulares planejam aumentar os valores entre 5% e 10% para 2025, superando a inflação projetada de 4,3%.

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A teacher’s toolkit for how to engage quiet learners in the classroom

Hapara

Listen to an audio version of this post: [link] There are learners who love to talk and share opinions in class. Then there are those who prefer to keep a low-profile and don’t want to be called on for answers. It’s easy for educators to get caught up in managing the talkative learners and focusing on those who participate in discussions. Every learner, though, including those who are quiet, should feel empowered to share their ideas.

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November Parent of the Month - Ms. Samar

Twinkl International Publishing

الأستاذة سمر، الأم المثالية لشهر نوفمبر، اتخذت قراراً شجاعاً بترك حياتها المهنية لتكرّس نفسها تماماً لأطفالها. بأسلوب مليء بالإبداع والحب، تعمل على تنشئة أطفالها في بيئة مليئة بالدعم والدفء، مع التركيز على بناء الاستقلالية وحب التعلم. اكتشفوا قصتها الملهمة، وكيف تواجه التحديات وتوازن بين الأمومة والعناية بنفسها. قراءة هذا المقال ستضيف لمسة من الإلهام إلى رحلتكم في التربية!

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Reimagining Chickering & Gamson's Principles Post-Pandemic: Technology's Central Role in Modern Edu

This white paper examines and proposes revisions to the "Seven Principles for Good Practice in Undergraduate Education" introduced by Arthur Chickering and Zelda Gamson in 1987 for today's technology-driven world.

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Lauren Brazel of Tinley Park High School is Named the Grand Prize Winner of the Heroes of the Classroom Program Presented by Kleenex®

eSchool News

TINLEY PARK, Ill.— Lauren Brazel of Tinley Park High School near Chicago is the 2024 Grand Prize winner of the national teacher recognition program, Heroes of the Classroom , presented by Kleenex®. Heroes of the Classroom — commemorating 100 years of strength with Kleenex Brand Tissues — recognizes K-12 teachers for their hard work, resilience, and dedication to students.

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Education Committee: Who’s who and what are their views on teaching assistants?

Twinkl International Publishing

Everything you need to know about the MPs on the new Education Committee.

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Therapists call for the equal recognition of independent speech and language reports

Twinkl International Publishing

The Association of Speech and Language Therapists in Independent Practice requests local authorities use private reports for EHCPs.

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Diversity in the teaching workforce has improved, but more must be done to retain Black teachers

Twinkl International Publishing

Recent report by NEU reveals increase in diversity within England’s teaching workforce but highlights the need for more focus on retention and recruitment.

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Behind the Bell: The Underlying Impact of Tardiness in K-12 Schools

Managing a K-12 campus with constant pressure to meet performance metrics is challenging. And tardiness can significantly limit a school from reaching these goals. Learn more about why chronic lateness matters, and key strategies to address the following impacts: Data errors caused by manual processes Low attendance and graduation rates that affect a school’s reputation Classroom disruption, which leads to poor academic performance High staff attrition and “The Teacher Exodus” Unmet LCAP goals t

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Toolkits, Intervention Packs and More to Empower Teaching Assistants in Wales

Twinkl International Publishing

In this blog, we explore how Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants, and HLTAs in Wales can make the most of our TA Toolkits, Intervention Packs, and additional resources to effectively support teaching, learning, and organisation within their dynamic roles.

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A Day in the Life of a Teaching Assistant: KS2 Learning Support Assistant

Twinkl International Publishing

Discover the diverse and vital roles of Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants, and Higher Level Teaching Assistants in our "Day in the Life" blog series. Explore first hand stories that highlight their varied responsibilities, from mainstream classrooms to SEND settings, and gain insight into the crucial support they provide across all age groups.

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How to Be an Inclusive Tutor: Top Tips from the Twinkl Tutors Staffroom

Twinkl International Publishing

Creating an inclusive learning environment is essential for helping every student thrive. Our October staffroom session was packed with invaluable insights on what inclusivity truly means, how it can transform a tutoring session, and actionable tips for tutoring students with varied needs.

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Exploring Factors: A Teacher's Guide to Understanding Factors

Twinkl International Publishing

A comprehensive guide for teachers on introducing factors with fun activities, covering prime, composite factors, multiples, and real-life applications to engage students in maths.

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Enhancing HyFlex Education through the PowerTeaching Framework

This whitepaper explores integrating the PowerTeaching pedagogical approach within a HyFlex (Hybrid Flexible) educational model, focusing on employing cooperative learning strategies and efficient classroom management techniques.