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How Verizon Innovative Learning Schools Transformed My School

Digital Promise

Ten years ago, I thought tests were the only way to assess a student’s knowledge, but now I understand that they can demonstrate their mastery in so many different ways. I am a critical and creative thinker. Ten years ago, I prepared my lessons with fixed steps and an end assessment in mind. Now, I design learning with an ultimate learning objective, but I let the students lead me down their path of learning.

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Science of Reading, Meet the Science of Learning

EdNews Daily

By Betsy Hill and Roger Stark The pressure to revamp reading instruction has been mounting. According to data sourced from Education Week, 33 states now have laws in place that establish the “science of reading” as the standard for reading instruction and intervention. Some of the laws have teeth that can reach down to bite individual students, allowing for or even requiring retention for students who aren’t reading on grade level by the end of third grade.

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Education Professors Bring the Complexity of Teaching to Life With This Tool

Digital Promise

The Learner Variability Navigator can support pre-service and in-service teachers as they study the way people learn and acquire strategies to support diverse students

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7 Top Science Tips from Kate the Chemist (Video Included)

EdNews Daily

There is much to learn, discover, explore, text, and have fun about Science. Sometimes, we can be intimidated because it’s an area where “we don’t know.” And guess what? That’s okay, too – it makes the field different, engaging, exciting, and rewarding. Solving problems, discovering phenomena, and constantly learning and growing make Science so wonderful.

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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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Well-being of School Leaders Matters

Education Elements

Burnout rates are high among principals. How can we promote self-care? The past few years have been tough on school leaders. Principals have been putting out fires and coping with unexpected situations. Many principals admit that their careers have become very stressful with work overload, breakdown with communication, and values conflicts. Principals are challenged to handle pressure, student achievement, and working harmoniously with diverse stakeholders.

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How to Help Students Avoid Getting Duped Online — and by AI Chatbots

Edsurge

Students these days are terrible at sorting true facts from misinformation online and on social media, many studies show. But it’s not because students aren’t good at critical thinking, argues Mike Caulfield, a research scientist at University of Washington’s Center for an Informed Public. Instead, they just need a little bit of guidance on how to approach the flood of text, images and websites they encounter on a daily basis.

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Designing New High Schools to Be Flexible Learning Spaces: What School Leaders Need to Know

techlearning

Preparing high school for college and careers requires teaching them to be flexible, and learning spaces need to reflect that

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28 Fun Facts about Halloween

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

Fun Facts about Halloween are the topic of our blog post today! It’s that magical time of year when the air gets crisp, the nights grow longer, and all things spooky come out to play. You might think you know Halloween inside and out, but I’ve dug deep to unearth a cauldron full of fascinating Halloween facts that are sure to bewitch you.

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Minecraft vs Roblox: Which is Best for Teaching?

techlearning

In the Minecraft vs Roblox battle, which gaming tool is best for education in your class?

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Friendship Quotes for Kids

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

Friendship quotes for kids are the topic of our blog post today! When I was teaching, one of the most rewarding parts of my job was watching friendships blossom in the classroom. Friendships are like mini-classrooms themselves—spaces where kids learn important life skills like sharing, kindness, and conflict resolution. So, why not give our little ones some wise words to chew on?

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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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Navigating generative AI: Promoting academic integrity

eSchool News

Editor’s note : This story on how to manage academic integrity as generative AI moves into classrooms originally appeared on CoSN’s blog and is reposted here with permission. With AI dominating conversations among education leaders, the importance of managing expectations and academic integrity is now more critical than ever as the new school year commences.

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Free Halloween Coloring Pages Book for Kids

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

Coloring pages are great tools for both entertaining and educating kids. They offer various cognitive benefits from improving motor skills to enhancing focus, attention span, relaxation, and sleep. Indeed, clinical research proved that coloring helps children hone their fine motor skills, allows them to express themselves creatively, and even serves as a therapeutic exercise that can improve focus and reduce stress.

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How to keep hackers off your school attendance list with object storage

eSchool News

Key points: Education institutions are prime targets for hackers because they hold valuable data and often lack strong cybersecurity protections A crucial part of staying ahead of ransomware is staying informed See related article: Education suffers the highest rate of ransomware attacks As the 2023-2024 school year commences, focus on education is accompanied by a pressing concern for better cybersecurity.

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Online Safety for Students at School (and at home) – SULS0203

Shake Up Learning

The post Online Safety for Students at School (and at home) – SULS0203 appeared first on Shake Up Learning. In this episode, I’m chatting with Chris McKenna, the founder of Protect Young Eyes. Chris has some powerful insights into the effects of the online world on kids. It’s not their fault. It’s hard being a kid in this world. Kids are faced with adult-level content, technology addictions, and distractions like never before.

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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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Riverside Insights Debuts CogAT.com Portal to Support Strengths-based, Differentiated Learning that Helps All Students Thrive

eSchool News

ITASCA, Ill. – Riverside Insights ®, a leading developer of research-based assessments and analytics, today introduced www.CogAT.com , a new microsite to support Riverside’s CogAT® in the Classroom initiative. This online portal provides resources to transform Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT) assessment data into tailored classroom instruction that enables all students to thrive.

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Digital Promise Launches New Lab Focused on Promoting Equitable Innovation

Marketplace K-12

The effort is backed by $20 million from billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott. The post Digital Promise Launches New Lab Focused on Promoting Equitable Innovation appeared first on Market Brief.

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New, Free Professional Learning Series on Literacy Available from Discovery Education & the Dollar General

American Consortium for Equity in Education

Discovery Literacy – an educational program from Discovery Education, Dollar General Literacy Foundation, and the National Afterschool Association – presents a new five-part, no-cost professional learning video series to help educators develop the critical literacy skills of students in grades K-2. Discover Keep Reading New, Free Professional Learning Series on Literacy Available from Discovery Education & the Dollar General The post New, Free Professional Learning Series on Literacy Availa

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Starting a Writing Club Outside the Classsroom

MiddleWeb

Want to start a writing club to reach beyond curriculum boundaries and provide a comfortable, social experience for all writers? Sharon Ratliff did just that and shares what worked for students as they took the lead in setting it up and now meet regularly across grade levels. The post Starting a Writing Club Outside the Classsroom first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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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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Why Student-Created Hall Passes Enhance Accountability

Minga

Hall passes have been a school staple for years, traditionally offering students a tangible token of permission to be in the hallways during class time. However, with advancements in technology and shifts in educational strategies, there’s an innovative approach that’s proving to be more effective: student-created Digital Hall Passes. Let’s delve into the reasons behind its success and how it brings a more empowered and accountable student community.

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Lexia Announces 2023 Emergent Bilingual Week

American Consortium for Equity in Education

According to the National Center for Education Statistics, there are now 5 million Emergent Bilinguals (also known as English Language Learners) in U.S. schools. To help educators deepen their understanding of how to celebrate the assets these students bring to Keep Reading Lexia Announces 2023 Emergent Bilingual Week The post Lexia Announces 2023 Emergent Bilingual Week appeared first on Equity in Education.

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Why Student-Created Hall Passes Enhance Accountability

Minga

Hall passes have been a school staple for years, traditionally offering students a tangible token of permission to be in the hallways during class time. However, with advancements in technology and shifts in educational strategies, there’s an innovative approach that’s proving to be more effective: student-created Digital Hall Passes. Let’s delve into the reasons behind its success and how it brings a more empowered and accountable student community.

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Funds For Learning Releases 13th Annual ‘E-rate Trends Report’ Highlighting Program Effectiveness & Need for Cybersecurity

American Consortium for Equity in Education

The report sheds light on the progress, challenges, and prospects of the program that empowers schools and libraries across the United States with vital funding for internet connectivity and digital learning Funds For Learning, the nation’s leading E-rate compliance services Keep Reading Funds For Learning Releases 13th Annual ‘E-rate Trends Report’ Highlighting Program Effectiveness & Need for Cybersecurity The post Funds For Learning Releases 13th Annual ‘E-rate Trends Report’ Highl

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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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Taking Steps Toward Stellar Careers

Discovery Education

A student’s journey from kindergarten through graduation starts with small, but consistent steps. As they take each step, their interests in different topics will spark. And when those interests are nurtured and encouraged, even the smallest steps in career exploration can be a giant leap toward finding the perfect career! Teachers have a unique opportunity […] The post Taking Steps Toward Stellar Careers appeared first on Discovery Education Blog.

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AI in Education: The Problem with Hallucinations

eSpark

The age of AI has dawned, and it's a lot to take in. eSpark's " AI in Education " series exists to help you get up to speed, one issue at a time. We’ve kicked off the school year by diving deep into two of the biggest concerns about AI: bias and privacy. Both of these are important to understand and safeguard against, but they require some understanding of what’s going on behind the scenes to truly understand their impacts.

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The Importance of Aligning Content with Common Core Standards

Evelyn Learning

In the developing prospects of education, the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) offer a fundamental framework for curriculum development and instruction in the United States. These standards made each student receive a consistent and high-quality education without considering their location or school district much. Educational institutions must ensure to align their instructional methodologies with the benchmarks of the Common Core Standards.

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New White Paper from MiEN Company Discusses the Use of Teacher Spaces to Stop Teacher Burnout and Turnover

American Consortium for Equity in Education

New paper explains how investing in teacher lounges and workrooms can reduce stress, increase retention, boost academic outcomes and attract new teachers Addressing the increased rates of teacher burnout and resignations is an ongoing priority for school leaders. While a Keep Reading New White Paper from MiEN Company Discusses the Use of Teacher Spaces to Stop Teacher Burnout and Turnover The post New White Paper from MiEN Company Discusses the Use of Teacher Spaces to Stop Teacher Burnout and

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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