Building Career-Ready Skills: Insights from our 2024 Micro-Credential Pilot
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Partnership Aims to Increase Data Privacy in Illinois School Districts
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When Students Lead: Insights from the League of Innovative Students 2024 Design Sprint
Digital Promise
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Hear how the League of Innovative Students made strides in 2024 toward shaping educational experiences for their peers and driving systemic change.
3 simple ways to use interactive whiteboards in preschool classrooms
eSchool News
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Key points: Interactive whiteboards are supportive tools in preschool teaching Educators love their edtech, but want more training 6 ways to create engaging elementary learning spaces For more news on edtech trends, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub To all the new preschool teachers, I hope this article brings you joy, motivation, and encouragement as you work to create warm and inspiring environments for your students to learn and grow with the use of technology in the classroom.
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.
4 Studies About AI Tutors Every Teacher Should Know
techlearning
DECEMBER 16, 2024
AI tutors are here, but so far the research on efficacy is mixed. Here is some of the most intriguing research conducted so far.
Lingokids Unveils Space Lessons in Partnership with NASA to Inspire Young Minds
eSchool News
DECEMBER 16, 2024
LOS ANGELES (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Lingokids , the #1 learning app for kids, is excited to introduce its latest educational innovation: a brand-new space-themed curriculum developed in collaboration with NASA. Tailored for kids aged 2 to 8, the Space Lesson immerses young learners in the mysteries of the solar system, offering captivating insights into the sun, moon, and planets while building a solid foundation in science and astronomy.
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CZI Announces Expanded Work in AI Along with New Advisory Board
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DECEMBER 16, 2024
Today, the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative (CZI) announced the expansion of its work in artificial intelligence to help ensure education tools that leverage AI are grounded in research and best practices for teaching and learning. CZI launched two new AI dev eloper tools for education designed to empower developers to integrate high-quality education content seamlessly into their platforms.
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DECEMBER 16, 2024
Having E-rate insight can protect school tech
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DECEMBER 16, 2024
Join eSchool News for the 12 Days of Edtech with 2024s most-read and most-loved stories. On the 1st Day of Edtech, our story focuses on the E-rate program. Key points: Schools still rely on E-rate funds to upgrade and protect their technology infrastructures Will cybersecurity receive E-rate funding? 3 ways the E-rate program helps level up learning For more news on the E-rate, see eSN’s IT Leadership hub When the Federal Communications Commissions E-rate program first emerged in 1996, onl
Lightspeed Alert™ + CPOMS: Strengthening and Simplifying Safety Together
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Enhancing School Device Management for Improved Learning
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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.
Plickers: How to Use It to Teach
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Plickers makes formative assessment quick, easy and minimal for teachers.
Free Christmas Coloring Sheets
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DECEMBER 16, 2024
Discover fun and creative ways to transform free Christmas coloring sheets into festive masterpieces! Perfect for parents, teachers, and caregivers looking to add a magical touch to holiday coloring activities!
6 observations from a devastating international math test
The Hechinger Report
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Country rankings of eighth graders on the 2023 TIMSS Click the list to expand. Standard errors are in parentheses. The larger the number, the more the actual average score in the countrys population could deviate from the sample of students who took the TIMSS assessment. Source: 2023 Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS) An abysmal showing by U.S. students on a recent international math test flabbergasted typically restrained education researchers.It looks like student ac
Integrating AI Through the Creation of a Dedicated Tech Tool Committee
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DECEMBER 16, 2024
INNOVATIVE LEADER AWARD - Using the experience and diversity in your district to help craft and integrate AI policy and tools
Quickly Create Personalized Learning Experiences that Work
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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.
20 Quiz Matematik Twinkl: Cara Belajar Matematik yang Terkini dan Menyeronokkan!
Twinkl International Publishing
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Blog ini menampilkan 20 contoh quiz matematik dan banyak lagi sumber matematik kami untuk membangkitkan suasana ulangkaji kanak-kanak dan menjimatkan masa penyediaan para pendidik termasuk ibu bapa. Harapan Twinkl melalui catatan blog ini dapat memberikan pandangan berharga tentang faedah dan penggunaan quiz matematik yang berkesan dalam perkembangan pendidikan kanak-kanak.
But Wait There’s More… in Bluesky
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DECEMBER 16, 2024
Remember the early days of Twitter? Back when it was less about viral trends and more about connecting with like-minded individuals? When you could actually build a thriving Professional Learning Network (PLN) and engage in meaningful conversations with fellow educators? Bluesky Social brings that feeling back. At its core, Bluesky encourages sharing ideas and resources.
‘Low paying’ classification of teaching assistants a ‘badge of shame’ MP tells Employment Rights Committee
Twinkl International Publishing
DECEMBER 16, 2024
MPs back reinstatement of SSSNB at the House of Commons committee stage.
Remote Proctoring in a Post-Pandemic World: What’s Next?
Think Exam
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Introduction The global transition of educational institutions’ activity online, including the assessment process, has drastically changed the way colleges, companies and certification bodies conducted examinations during the pandemic. With traditional face-to-face invigilation becoming less productive, remote proctoring services have become the editing pillar of online assessments, masking the geographical boundaries of the candidates taking tests. […] The post Remote Proctoring in
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.
Top 5 Fastest Land Animals in the World
Twinkl International Publishing
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Get up to speed on the top 5 fastest land animals in the world with this handy blog! Its sure to answer your curious learners questions, such as just how fast can a cheetah run, and why does a cheetah have spots ? Bursting with fun facts and teacher-made resources, it makes a great read in the run-up to International Cheetah Day !
Where did Christmas Come From?
Ask a Tech Teacher
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Watch this video and come away educated: Copyright 2024 askatechteacher.com All rights reserved. Heres the sign-up link if the image above doesnt work: [link] The content presented in this blog are the result of creative imagination and not intended for use, reproduction, or incorporation into any artificial intelligence training or machine learning systems without prior written consent from the author.
5 ways leaders can improve student wellbeing
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DECEMBER 16, 2024
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Help all learners bring more creativity into 2025
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DECEMBER 16, 2024
Creativity is essential. On the show this week we loved learning with Crayola’s Cheri Sterman. Cheri is here to tell us all about the power of the upcoming Crayola Creativity Week. Educators and families can register free for this event: [link] The conversation centers around Crayola Creativity Week, a free program designed to inspire and celebrate children’s creativity.
Behind the Bell: The Underlying Impact of Tardiness in K-12 Schools
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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
5 tips for protecting your wellbeing as a parent at Christmas
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DECEMBER 16, 2024
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Does School Choice Need a Lemon Law?
Edsurge
DECEMBER 16, 2024
When she moved her daughter into a reputable private school in Washington at the beginning of the pandemic, Ashley Jochim never imagined that she was preparing her daughter for failure. Jochim, a mother of four and an education researcher, thought her second-grader would do better in the smaller, more flexible environment the private school offered.
SENDCo wellbeing: Putting your mental health first
Twinkl International Publishing
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Stay up-to-date with changes and events in primary education using our handy news feed. Includes articles from trusted sources about the web.
OPINION: As book bans reach historic levels, more educators should get involved in school governance
The Hechinger Report
DECEMBER 16, 2024
The number of book bans in schools and libraries nearly tripled during the 2023-24 school year to more than 10,000, across red and blue states, according to a recent PEN America report. But that alarming statistic does not necessarily reflect how most voters feel about this growing form of censorship. As President-elect Donald Trump promises to withhold federal funding from schools that do not comply with executive orders restricting curriculum content, state and local officials must take steps
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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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The Battle of the Authoring Tools: A 10-Point Comparison for Picking the Right One
Speaker: Chris Paxton McMillin, President of D3 Training Solutions
There are plenty of great authoring tools for developing eLearning, but the one you select could directly impact your course's outcomes. Depending upon your learners’ needs and your organization’s performance goals, you could be overlooking considerations that impact the both effectiveness of your courses and how long it takes to finish them. From general capabilities to specific workflow structures, some aspects are critical when it comes to learning objectives and deadlines.
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