The CoolCatTeacher
AUGUST 28, 2023
From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Today we'll dive deep into the transformative power of data analytics for your classroom! Think data is just for statisticians or administrators? Think again! Today, we're joined by Victoria Setaro, an expert in making data analytics approachable and actionable for everyday teachers like you.
EdTech Magazine
AUGUST 28, 2023
In this age of personalized digital content and limitless customization, the consumer mindset can permeate every aspect of modern life. This result of a society rapidly undergoing digital transformation is not isolated to the commercial market. Many consumers are also parents who send their children to schools. So, it is reasonable that our experiences as consumers will spill over into our expectations of our schools.
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Ask a Tech Teacher
AUGUST 28, 2023
I am a lifelong learner. I find great joy in discovering something new and connecting it to what I know. This is made easier because I received a good foundation in my school years in how to learn. The Ask a Tech Teacher crew has ideas on those skills that will not only serve you well in your academics but beyond: 4 Highly Important Study Skills to Develop During College and Beyond We spend a lifetime learning, so it makes sense to develop a few study skills that will make our lives easier.
The CoolCatTeacher
AUGUST 28, 2023
From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Picture a classroom full of students excited to learn about money. Welcome to the world of free financial literacy courses! These financial literacy courses from EVERFI are a must-have for any middle or high school. It's perfect for kids of all ages and has won top awards.
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.
Edsurge
AUGUST 28, 2023
WASHINGTON, D.C. — On a Friday morning in March, students and teachers gathered at a hip hotel here to reimagine what their high schools could be. The delegation from Calvin Coolidge High School was thinking big — as in, global. For months, they’d been crafting plans to reframe their school’s curriculum around the United Nations sustainable development goals , 17 lofty targets that world leaders named as priorities in 2015 that include zero hunger, gender equality, and clean water and sanitation
The Hechinger Report
AUGUST 28, 2023
This story on math scores is the first in a series, The Math Problem, produced by the Education Reporting Collaborative, a coalition of eight newsrooms tha t includes AL.com, The Associated Press, The Christian Science Monitor, The Dallas Morning News, The Hechinger Report, Idaho Education News, The Post and Courier in South Carolina, and The Seattle Times.
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The Hechinger Report
AUGUST 28, 2023
Making choices can be hard, but in a high-quality early learning environment, young children discover how to make wise choices one step at a time. Teachers help them understand how to work out a problem, make a plan to solve it and, finally, do something about it. When made poorly, the wrong decision can have devastating consequences. Early childhood advocates like us understand this.
techlearning
AUGUST 28, 2023
A new classroom technology, such as AI, requires new pedagogical approaches
eSchool News
AUGUST 28, 2023
BOSTON – As part of its human-centered approach to AI in K-12 education, learning technology company HMH today announced new OpenAI-powered integrations within Writable , its award-winning writing practice and assessment solution for grades 3-12. Within HMH’s connected literacy solution, Writable ’s new GenAI capabilities increase the impact teachers can have by engaging more students with targeted feedback and motivating better writing in the moment.
techlearning
AUGUST 28, 2023
GarageBand is a powerful teaching tool for music mastery in class and beyond.
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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.
American Consortium for Equity in Education
AUGUST 28, 2023
MOVING MORE KIDS OF COLOR INTO AP. A CHAT WITH THE AUTHOR OF ‘THE KID ACROSS THE HALL’ Author and Educator Reid Saaris is the founder of Equal Opportunity Schools, a nonprofit dedicated to ensuring that students of all backgrounds Keep Reading MOVING MORE KIDS OF COLOR INTO AP The post MOVING MORE KIDS OF COLOR INTO AP appeared first on Equity in Education.
eSchool News
AUGUST 28, 2023
Key points: Students and educators report feeling increasingly unsafe in their schools A school safety plan should include both reactive and proactive measures See related article: 4 considerations for school safety solutions The U.S. continues to grapple with its gun-related violence problem as new shootings make headlines every day. In 2022, Americans witnessed the horror of the s econd deadliest school shooting of all time, which resulted in the deaths of 19 students and two teachers.
The Hechinger Report
AUGUST 28, 2023
Kids around the country are still suffering academically from the pandemic. But more than three years after schools shut down, it’s hard to understand exactly how much ground students have lost and which children now need the most attention. This story also appeared in Mind/Shift Three new reports offer some insights. All three were produced by for-profit companies that sell assessments to schools.
eSchool News
AUGUST 28, 2023
Key points: Education has long struggled to help all students achieve concept mastery With advances in AI, computer-based tutors could be one of the solutions educators have long sought See related article: 4 exciting ways AI is a game-changer for teachers Benjamin Bloom explained the 2 sigma problem in his seminal 1984 article of the same title. Briefly stated, the problem consists of the following: The average student who is taught by a tutor using mastery learning techniques outperforms 98 pe
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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.
American Consortium for Equity in Education
AUGUST 28, 2023
Curriculum Associates has released its newest annual report, State of Student Learning in 2023: Academic Recovery Remains Slow in Most Grades, which demonstrates that little progress has occurred since the beginning of the pandemic, and even students in Grades 1 Keep Reading New Report from Curriculum Associates Shows Slow Rebound in Reading and Math Proficiencies The post New Report from Curriculum Associates Shows Slow Rebound in Reading and Math Proficiencies appeared first on Equity in Educa
MiddleWeb
AUGUST 28, 2023
To help long-term English learners meet reading comprehension challenges, language specialist Tan Huynh shares strategies to use before reading, during reading, and after reading so that multilinguals have the scaffolding they need to read grade-level texts with understanding. The post Helping Long-Term ELs Master Academic Texts first appeared on MiddleWeb.
SplashLearn
AUGUST 28, 2023
Have you ever noticed how a single crayon can bring a world of joy to your child’s face? Colors are like the magic wands of childhood. But did you know that these vibrant hues are more than just eye candy? They’re key players in the fantastic adventure of growing up. Colors are all around us, […] The post 18 Best Color Activities for Preschoolers to Boost Creativity first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.
The Thinking Stick
AUGUST 28, 2023
Join us as we unravel the stories that emerge when esports and gaming becomes a lifelong compass for learning. This week’s guest is thought leader Janey Laney, a content creator and podcaster bridging the gap between education, gaming & tech. Our guest takes us on a journey where gaming serves as a conduit for boundless education. Janey uncovers the profound community dynamics that power the world of gaming, weaving networks and inspiration together into a seamless fabric of connectivi
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.
SplashLearn
AUGUST 28, 2023
Do you know what’s even more special than a big bowl of ice cream? It’s the warm feeling you get when you spend time with your grandparents! You know, those awesome folks who tell the coolest stories and have the best candy stash? Well, there’s a day just for them – Grandparents Day! It’s a […] The post 11 Best Handmade “Grandparents Day” Craft Ideas for Kids in 2023 first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.
eSchool News
AUGUST 28, 2023
LOS ANGELES, CA — Hadley , a new app seeking to make it easy and social to save for school and career training costs, announced today its official launch after a successful beta period. The app, named after Founder and CEO Yosh Miller’s niece, simplifies finding and funding 529 savings accounts, helping others plan for future education and career training expenses without any advisory or monthly subscription fees.
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