Fri.Jun 28, 2024

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The Secret to Successful Essay Writing: 10 Proven Tips to Level Up

Ask a Tech Teacher

Essay writing is a crucial skill for academic and professional success because it teaches clear, logical, and persuasive communication. The Ask a Tech Teacher team has come up with 10 practical tips to enhance your essay writing abilities, covering aspects like thesis development, structure, evidence, transitions, and proper grammar: Mastering the Art of Essay Writing Do you find essay writing daunting?

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Q&A: How Microsoft Copilot Can Transform Workflows in Every Area of K–12

EdTech Magazine

When generative artificial intelligence burst onto the scene a few years ago, it promised to transform society as we know it. And for K–12 schools, it has been a major topic of conversation, with 60 percent of districts planning to offer some training for teachers by the end of the 2023-2024 school year, according to a survey by RAND. Paige Johnson, vice president of Microsoft Education, says schools should embrace this transformational technology as it has great potential not only for teaching

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As Schools Serve More Immigrant Children, Demand Grows for Bilingual Psychologists

Edsurge

A couple of years ago, as schools that had been forced to go virtual due to the coronavirus pandemic began to bring students back on campus, Pedro Olvera noticed that his phone started ringing more. Olvera spent much of his career as a school psychologist in Santa Ana Unified School District, just a stone’s throw from Disneyland, where about 40 percent of students are English learners who speak Spanish.

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ISTELive 24: 5 Considerations for Your Esports Program

EdTech Magazine

Eager to get esports teams up and running, some schools jump into building a program without making the proper considerations. Staff members and would-be coaches may think that they can choose a few games and a few machines and get going. However, poor planning can lead to unforeseen expenses, pushback from stakeholders and a lack of space for students who want to get involved.

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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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The Best of ISTELive 24

eSchool News

The Best of ISTELive 24 Check-out our coverage of the topics, speakers, and technologies showcased at this year’s ISTELive 24

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Tech & Learning Announces Winners of Best of Show at ISTE 2024

techlearning

These annual awards celebrates the products exhibited at ISTE that are transforming education in schools around the world.

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Microsoft Reading Coach: How To Teach With The AI Reading Tutor

techlearning

Teaching tips for Reading Coach, an AI-powered tool designed to teach reading, from the Vice President of Education at Microsoft

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How to combat misuse of AI in student writing

eSchool News

Key points: AI isn’t going anywhere–but students still need to develop their own writing abilities AI’s role in the future of learning AI is the solution to costly and ineffective dyslexia programs For more news on AI in education , visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub As AI cements itself firmly into classrooms, one large and lingering question concerns when and how students can use it appropriately.

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Cignition: Revolutionizing K-12 Education with Virtual Tutoring

TeacherCast

At the ISTE Conference, I spoke with Dr. Mike Cohen, CEO of Cignition, about their pioneering work in education. Cignition's philosophy centers on igniting students' potential with engaging, research-based solutions. Their interactive games and adaptive learning platforms create a classroom experience where learning is like play, supporting personalized education and fostering a love for learning.

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These attendance management strategies can reduce chronic absenteeism

eSchool News

Key points: Chronic absenteeism continues to plague districts across the nation Addressing the root causes of chronic K-12 absenteeism 3 tips to combat chronic absenteeism in high schools For more news on absenteeism, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership hub School districts implementing proactive, consistent attendance interventions saw a 22 percent improvement in chronic absenteeism rates from 2021-22 to 2022-23, versus only a 7 percent improvement nationally over that same timeframe, ac

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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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Exploring Epigenetics & the Cutting Edge of AI with Eli Davis

American Consortium for Equity in Education

Eli Marshall Davis is a 2024 winner of the Excellence in Equity Awards for educators in the Champion of Equity – Special Educator category. He is an Interventionist at Hemphill Elementary in Birmingham, AL, where he sits on the leadership team Keep Reading Exploring Epigenetics & the Cutting Edge of AI with Eli Davis The post Exploring Epigenetics & the Cutting Edge of AI with Eli Davis appeared first on American Consortium for Equity in Education.

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Study from EPS Learning on Improving Literacy Outcomes for Special Education Students Meets ESSA Level 3 Evidence Standards

eSchool News

BETHESDA, Md. — EPS Learning , the leading provider of PreK-12 literacy solutions, is excited to announce that its recent SPIRE® study has earned Level 3 certification for alignment with Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) standards. SPIRE is a research-proven, comprehensive, structured literacy and multisensory reading intervention program that has supported reading success for all striving readers through an intensive and structured science-of-reading aligned curriculum for over 30 years.

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End-of-Year Teaching Assistant Thank You

Twinkl International Publishing

Whether you're a head teacher, teacher, TA, or parent, Twinkl is here to support you with lots of simple ideas to help you share a thoughtful end-of-year thank you to the hard-working teaching assistants in your setting.

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The Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) Announces Speakers for its 21st National Education Summit

American Consortium for Equity in Education

Summit takes place Oct. 9-11, 2024 in Portland, Oregon The Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) has announced the keynote and featured speakers for its 21st National Education Summit being held October 9-11, 2024 in Portland, Oregon. The Summit Keep Reading The Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) Announces Speakers for its 21st National Education Summit The post The Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) Announces Sp

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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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El fútbol como medio para mejorar las competencias de los más chicos

Twinkl International Publishing

El fútbol infantil inspira y mejora las habilidades de sus protagonistas. En Perú hay diversos espacios que alientan la práctica de este deporte en los más chicos.

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This Week in AI with Reed Hepler and Steve Hargadon (June 28, 2024)

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

We've released our next "This Week in AI" recording, back on Fridays. Hope you enjoy! AI summary provide by summarize.tech: [link] 00:00:00 - 00:35:00 In the "This Week in AI" video from June 28, 2024, hosts Steve Hargadon and Reed Hepler discuss the latest developments and implications of AI in various industries, including education, music, video creation, and expertise.

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Sally and Susie's Top Twinkl Picks for World Tutor Appreciation Day!

Twinkl International Publishing

On World Tutor Appreciation Day,July 2nd 2024, we're shining a spotlight on the incredible work that tutors do every day. Join us as we celebrate and explore these top Twinkl picks , how you can join the festivities , and why tutoring is a valued profession.

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10 Interesting Things About Japan

Twinkl International Publishing

Japan is a diverse and fascinating country, with a rich cultural history. Get a taste of what it has to offer with these 10 interesting things about Japan!

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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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10 Interesting Facts About Antarctica

Twinkl International Publishing

Discover a world of freezing temperatures and impressive wildlife surviving in extreme environments with our 10 interesting facts about Antarctica.

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Mental and Physical Declutter

Twinkl International Publishing

Decluttering involves clearing out and removing things you no longer use or need. In a world where we can quickly be surrounded by clutter, it can be a challenge to find clarity between our needs and wants, removing unnecessary clutter from our homes, workplaces, and minds.

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