EdTech Magazine

JULY 29, 2024

Growing up, I always struggled with my mental health. On the outside, I appeared to have my life together: I was in marching band, worked in a pizza restaurant and earned passing grades. Nobody noticed when I went days without talking or sat by myself at lunch, reading a book to avoid drawing attention to my loneliness. I often wondered if people would notice if I was gone.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 29, 2024

Here are popular online resources to teach about Economics ( click for updates to this list) 12 Days of Christmas –find the cost and price change of the 12 gifts 60-seconds Adventures in Economics –videos from Open University Banzai –financial literacy (free) online program Basic Economic Terms Basic Economics Jumbled BizKids –games to teach business and finance Business and Profit Millionaire Game Economic Concepts Economic Systems Economic Terms Economic Terms Mini-Quiz Economics Flashcards Ev

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Digital Promise

JULY 29, 2024

The post Practices and Mindsets that Support Successful Micro-credential Ecosystems appeared first on Digital Promise.

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Edsurge

JULY 29, 2024

As a school counselor, Leighanne Mainguy can never be sure what’s in store for her each day. Some days, she arrives at her elementary school to learn that a student is in crisis and needs her full attention; she’ll clear her schedule. Occasionally, a tragedy in the community will leave students and staff shaken, and Mainguy will move swiftly to lend support.

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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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TeacherCast

JULY 29, 2024

Google Keep is a fantastic tool for building your short-term brain. In this post, learn how you can make the most of Google Keep for your coaching program. The post Google Keep for Instructional Coaches: Building an Effective Short-Term Memory System To Help You Stay Focused and Organized appeared first on TeacherCast Educational Network.

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techlearning

JULY 29, 2024

If your district wants to craft an effective and comprehensive AI policy, there’s a lot to consider

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TeachThought - Learn better.

JULY 29, 2024

by TeachThought Staff Life can be crushingly busy–especially if you’re an educator or any other profession where deadlines are constant and the pressure is, unfortunately, unrelenting. With that in mind, keeping your schedule organized and managing your time efficiently is more important than ever. With so many calendar apps available for iOS, it can be tough to find the one that really fits your needs.

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techlearning

JULY 29, 2024

Belouga brings international class collaboration to the next level.

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Discovery Education

JULY 29, 2024

Experiential learning transforms abstract concepts into tangible experiences, fostering a deeper curiosity and understanding for students. Below you’ll find some information about experiential learning, and five tips for successfully creating engaging learning opportunities that captivate students and encourage a lifelong love of discovery. What Is Experiential Learning and Why Is It Important?

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eSchool News

JULY 29, 2024

Classworks®, a leading provider of K-12 MTSS and Special Education solutions, has introduced Mastery Measurement Progress Monitoring for Reading and Mathematics to its award-winning platform. Mastery Measurement enables educators to measure and document progress on specific reading and math skills tied to students’ Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).

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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.

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Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler

JULY 29, 2024

Why a student centered classroom? Preparing students for a post AI world requires they know more than facts. The post Why a Student Centered Classroom appeared first on Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler.

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Shake Up Learning

JULY 29, 2024

The post Back-to-School AI Prompt Cheat Sheet for Teachers (FREE) appeared first on Shake Up Learning. Download our free Back-to-School AI Prompt Cheat Sheet designed for teachers. Discover AI prompts to streamline lesson planning, engage students, and manage your classroom effectively. Get started now! © Shake Up Learning 2023. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this blog’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited.

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SplashLearn

JULY 29, 2024

Are you struggling to create a homeschool schedule that fits your family’s needs? Do you find it hard to balance lessons, playtime, and daily chores? You’re not alone! A well-structured homeschool schedule can make all the difference. In this blog, we’ll show you why a schedule is essential and how to build one that works […] The post How to Create Homeschool Schedule for Kids: Tips & Samples first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.

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The Thinking Stick

JULY 29, 2024

???? On our power of play series this week we talk with Courtney McLeod. Courtney is an award-winning speaker and a professional life and leadership coach. Her super power is helping people experience and achieve things they never thought possible and she does this work through one-on-one and group coaching programs. She loves leading corporate team-building events and workshops designed to positively impact participants.

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SplashLearn

JULY 29, 2024

As teachers, we often wonder how best to support our students’ reading skills. Reading assessments are like a roadmap, showing us where each student excels and where they might need extra help. These tools are crucial for tailoring our lessons to fit the needs of every child in our classroom. In this blog, we’ll dive […] The post What is Reading Assessment?

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Mark Smithers

JULY 29, 2024

In a significant move reflective of the mounting pressures from the right-to-repair movement , Google has revised its repair policy to accommodate devices outfitted with non-Google-authorized parts. This policy shift, propelled by criticism from prominent repair advocate Louis Rossmann, marks a win for consumer rights and addresses long-standing frustrations regarding repairability and environmental impact.

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Twinkl International Publishing

JULY 29, 2024

August is a busy month, with lots of events and special days coming up! Make sure you read this blog so that you know what’s happening and where to find all the best resources for your family.

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The Hechinger Report

JULY 29, 2024

Moral discourse in the U.S. has sunk to new lows and needs to be addressed. In part, as a response, Louisiana’s governor just signed off on a misguided approach: A law requiring that every public classroom in the state display the Ten Commandments. The Republican sponsor of the legislation argues that this biblical text “ shows what a moral code we all should live by is.

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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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Twinkl International Publishing

JULY 29, 2024

Twinkl Pregnancy and Baby - Planning a Summer Celebration?

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eSchool News

JULY 29, 2024

This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters. In one of her first speeches since becoming the likely Democratic nominee for president, Kamala Harris delivered a fiery call to teachers and other union members to back her vision for America’s future. That includes teaching the painful parts of U.S. history, protecting LGBTQ students and school staff from discrimination, and ensuring teachers aren’t pushed out of the profession by crippling

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Twinkl International Publishing

JULY 29, 2024

Estos 10 adjetivos positivos son herramientas poderosas que, cuando se usan con intención y cuidado, pueden marcar una gran diferencia en la vida de los niños.

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Twinkl International Publishing

JULY 29, 2024

Celebrate National Science Week in your library with these 9 creative ideas focused on this year's theme: Species Survival – More Than Just Sustainability!

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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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Twinkl International Publishing

JULY 29, 2024

How to get the best discounts this summer.

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Twinkl International Publishing

JULY 29, 2024

En Twinkl, creemos que aprender debe ser divertido, especialmente cuando se trata de aprender un nuevo idioma. Aprender un idioma sin diversión puede ser una tarea abrumadora para cualquier estudiante, ya que existe un riesgo real de disminución de la motivación y pérdida de confianza. Es por eso que Twinkl ha creado recursos de ESL (Inglés como Segundo Idioma) atractivos y creativos para hacer que aprender inglés sea divertido y agradable.

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Twinkl International Publishing

JULY 29, 2024

Raise awareness for the animals across Australia at danger of going extinct with our 10 Most Endangered Animals in Australia blog! Read on to learn more.

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Twinkl International Publishing

JULY 29, 2024

Find out all about education in Ancient Rome with our handy blog, which will help your students tell their litterator from their grammaticus!

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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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Twinkl International Publishing

JULY 29, 2024

With the daily stresses of adult life, fitting in time for yourself can be tricky never mind finding time to meet up with friends. In this blog, we explore ways of maintaining friendships as a busy adult.

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Twinkl International Publishing

JULY 29, 2024

UK heatwaves are few and far between. But they’re not impossible. Stay cool, hydrated and entertained with these summery activity ideas for the children.

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Twinkl International Publishing

JULY 29, 2024

If you're looking for a fun, engaging, and effective way to teach English to young learners, you're in the right place! Twinkl educators have created an ESL Curriculum for Beginners filled with English lessons and resources to make learning English fun and interactive.

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Twinkl International Publishing

JULY 29, 2024

As tutors, we are always on the lookout for engaging and effective ways to help our students learn. Twinkl Go! Games have quickly become a favorite in our toolkit, offering a dynamic and interactive approach to education.

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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.

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