EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 8, 2023

When school leaders enable teachers and IT specialists to team up, it’s transformative. I’ve seen it in my own district. As a technical operations analyst at Edina Public Schools in Minnesota, I have honest conversations with teachers and students about classroom challenges, then we collaborate to find solutions. Unfortunately, this kind of relationship between educators and district IT specialists is uncommon.

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Digital Promise

AUGUST 8, 2023

The post Four Initiatives We’re Excited About This School Year appeared first on Digital Promise.

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EdTech4Beginners

AUGUST 8, 2023

The road to becoming an educator in Florida isn’t complicated. Not when you understand what the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) requires of you. But just as important, you should know what steps to take to meet all FLDOE certification requirements. Among the most flexible pathways for educators to get certified is online certification.

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Education Elements

AUGUST 8, 2023

As school districts actively pursue the goals of their strategic vision, they tend to look outward for a spark of innovation. Unfortunately, there is a limit to the amount of “new” a system can take. It is common, within a single district, there can be multiple initiatives happening at once. Over-indexing new initiatives can lead to information overload, miscommunication, and burnt-out educators.

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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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EdNews Daily

AUGUST 8, 2023

By Betsy Hill and Roger Stark In the learning process, better teaching, better facilities and better technology are important, but those are external factors. More important are the internal capabilities and stumbling blocks that each student brings to the learning experience. Neuroscience shows us how to impact the efficiency and effectiveness of the learning process by improving each individual’s underlying mental processing – that is, by changing the experience of learning from the inside out

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Edsurge

AUGUST 8, 2023

Camika Royal knows the Philadelphia school system, and not just because she was a student there in her childhood. For her doctoral research at Temple University, Royal dug into the turbulent history of school reform in the city from the 1960s up to now, including reading through the minutes of every school board meeting from 1967 to 2017 and interviewing teachers and school leaders from the era.

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AUGUST 8, 2023

Watch our webinar to learn how to effectively implement the Science of Reading in special education based on expert guidance and concrete examples.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 8, 2023

Key points: Teachers are embracing AI and other emerging technologies to help elevate lesson plans and make challenging lessons more engaging AI can also help teachers alleviate the burden of tedious tasks and make learning more inclusive See related article: How to redefine learning in the digital age In the world of education, where innovation and creativity are especially vital, technologies with AI-generated content are reshaping teaching and how students learn in surprising ways.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

AUGUST 8, 2023

Third-party study by LearnPlatform by Instructure shows positive effects of school-level usage of ParentSquare on school-family relationships ParentSquare, the award-winning unified school-home engagement platform for K-12 education, has earned Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) Level III certification, supported by “promising Keep Reading ParentSquare’s Family Engagement Platform Earns ESSA Level III Certification The post ParentSquare’s Family Engagement Platform Earns ESSA Level III Certificat

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techlearning

AUGUST 8, 2023

How to provide professional development opportunities that work at every teaching level across your state

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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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eSchool News

AUGUST 8, 2023

BOWIE, MD. — The Epilepsy Foundation announced a five-year collaboration with Vector Solutions, the leading provider of training and software solutions for K-12 and higher education institutions, to offer the Epilepsy Foundation’s Seizure Recognition & First Aid Certification training in the Vector Safety and Compliance Course Library.

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eSpark

AUGUST 8, 2023

The age of AI has dawned, and it's a lot to take in. eSpark's " AI in Schools " series exists to help you get up to speed, one issue at a time. AI is biased. It’s not really a debate at this point, just a fact those who build and use AI-powered technology have to live with and account for. But what does it mean for our classrooms, and what does a solution even look like?

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eSchool News

AUGUST 8, 2023

Las Vegas (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — CompTIA , the nonprofit association for the information technology (IT) industry and workforce, announced that Sirihaasa Nallamothu from University High School in Normal, Ill., is the 2023 CompTIA ChannelPro Cecilia Galvin Scholarship Winner. The scholarship is named in memory of Cecilia Galvin, executive editor at ChannelPro Network and a passionate champion of women in tech who passed away in 2017.

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The Hechinger Report

AUGUST 8, 2023

We are facing an impending crisis in the nation’s principal pipeline, and the way we license principals is making it worse. This is especially true if a would-be principal is enrolled in a distance education program offered by a college or university outside their state. It is difficult for aspiring school administrators to know in advance if their home state will accept the program they are considering or the license they have earned.

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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.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 8, 2023

Key points: Teachers shortages abound, but special education is grappling with even higher vacancies Virtual learning options are growing in popularity as a way to offer high-quality instructional options to students with special needs See related article: 3 ways telepractice helps combat burnout in special education According to the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), K-12 public schools faced significant teacher shortages in 2022, with nearly half reporting vacancies.

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MiddleWeb

AUGUST 8, 2023

What if you could concentrate more on lesson development and spend less time creating exemplars (and non-exemplars) to use in writing instruction? Literacy consultant Sarah Tantillo shows how you can ask AI chatbots such as ChatGPT to do just that, step by step. The post Writing: Let ChatGPT Create Your Exemplars first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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Hubbli

AUGUST 8, 2023

Introduction School fundraising has been transformed by the rise of digital technologies. These tools make it easier for private and public schools to reach their fundraising goals. This article explores how digital platforms and strategies can boost your school fundraising efforts. Digital Fundraising Platforms Several online platforms specifically cater to school fundraising.

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Fractus Learning

AUGUST 8, 2023

Celebrating a birthday is always special. It doesn’t matter whether you are a child or an adult; your birthday is a special day. Most kids go to school on their birthday. Knowing there is a classroom birthday reminder board creates.

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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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techieMusings

AUGUST 8, 2023

I got the all-new OKIOCAM S2 Pro , a 4K Ultra HD document camera boasting a 12MP camera in the most compact and portable form factor you’ve ever seen. This camera is not only ultra-flexible, easy to use, and high quality, but it’s also surprisingly affordable and comes with exciting OKIOPoint technology. If you’re wondering, “What is OKIOPoint?

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Fractus Learning

AUGUST 8, 2023

As an avid space enthusiast, I often find myself captivated by the mysterious visitors from the depths of our universe. Comets and asteroids, these celestial wanderers, have long fascinated scientists and astronomers alike. Their origins, characteristics, and potential impact on.

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Kitaboo on EdTech

AUGUST 8, 2023

What is a Digital Learning Platform? Gone are the days when learning was restricted to the classroom, with the instructor being the primary source of knowledge. Digital technology has unshackled learning, providing learners a wealth of opportunities to learn what they want to learn, how they want to learn, and where they want to learn with just a few clicks of the mouse.

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SplashLearn

AUGUST 8, 2023

As a homeschooler, you might find yourself wondering how to create effective and engaging homeschool lesson plans for your children or students. With the rise in homeschooling, it’s important to have a solid understanding of what homeschool lesson plans are and how to create them. In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know […] The post How to Create Homeschool Lesson Plans in 5 Simple Steps first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.

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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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American Consortium for Equity in Education

AUGUST 8, 2023

Partnership Promotes 24/7 Equitable Access to One-to-One Support for Every Student Districtwide Tutor.com, one of the world’s largest and most innovative online tutoring organizations, announced today that it has been selected by Pittsburgh Public School District, the largest of 43 Keep Reading Tutor.com Announces Partnership with Pittsburgh Public Schools to Provide Unlimited Tutoring for K–12 Students The post Tutor.com Announces Partnership with Pittsburgh Public Schools to Provide Unli

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SplashLearn

AUGUST 8, 2023

Have you ever wondered how technology is changing the way we learn? Picture this: you’re sitting in a classroom, listening to the teacher explain a topic, but you also have access to interactive videos and online quizzes on the same subject. Sounds cool, right? That’s what blended learning is all about! Blended learning is an […] The post What is Blended Learning?

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

AUGUST 8, 2023

To help educators and school media specialists promote community-building and creativity as students come back to school, StickTogether Products is launching its Back-to-School Pixel Portrait Project. This free activity allows students to create self-portraits using StickTogether’s free Pixel Art Platform Keep Reading StickTogether Kicks Off Back-to-School with Pixel Portrait Project The post StickTogether Kicks Off Back-to-School with Pixel Portrait Project appeared first on Equity in Education

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SplashLearn

AUGUST 8, 2023

When I had to take up introducing “Community Helpers” to my first graders, I pondered over two ways of doing. First, I could make them read the chapter, show them pictures of a doctor, a shopkeeper, a tailor and a barber. Or, I could plan a field trip with my students to a shopping complex, […] The post What is Inductive Method of Teaching: Examining its Benefits and Drawbacks first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.

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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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MIND Research Institute

AUGUST 8, 2023

Adopting a new instructional program, and committing to getting the greatest benefit from it, can be challenging. Studies show that progress through the ST Math Journey is correlated with increased achievement on standardized tests and greater self-confidence for all students. Still, it’s not always easy to determine how to best optimize your school’s use of the program.

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SplashLearn

AUGUST 8, 2023

It can be quite a task getting young students to develop a reading habit, isn’t it? One thing that will make it super easy is setting reading goals for students. By setting achievable and realistic reading goals, students will be able to take control of their learning and are going to stay motivated to read […] The post How to Set Meaningful Reading Goals for Students in 2023 first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

AUGUST 8, 2023

Arkansas’ LISA Academy public charter school district today announced the renewal of its partnership with worldwide edtech leader Discovery Education. Thanks to this continued collaboration, students across the LISA Academy district will continue using Discovery Education’s engaging digital and print services to explore Keep Reading Arkansas’ LISA Academy Renews Partnership with Global Edtech Leader Supporting Student Success The post Arkansas’ LISA Academy Renews Partnership with Global Edtech

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

AUGUST 8, 2023

"Working Safely in a Rural Location: Security for Staff When Help Is Far" A "Safe Library" webinar, part of the Library 2.0 Service , Safety, and Security Series with Dr. Steve Albrecht OVERVIEW : Library staffers who work in a large urban or suburban library have the benefit of many co-workers, PICs, supervisors, managers, department heads, and directors to call on for immediate help, enforcing policies, and support, especially when it comes to dealing with challenging patron behavioral concern

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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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