Ask a Tech Teacher
JULY 8, 2024
With the increased popularity of online tutors, the Ask a Tech Teacher team has come up with some guidelines to help you select the right one for your child: How to Choose the Right Online Tutor for Your Child As many as a third of kids are given a leg up in their learning efforts by professional tutors, so there’s a high chance you’re considering this option for your child.
Digital Promise
JULY 8, 2024
The post How Centering the Voices of Early Childhood Educators in Rural Communities Can Promote Equity appeared first on Digital Promise.
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Edsurge
JULY 8, 2024
Students are missing a lot of classes. Chronic absenteeism, when a student misses at least 10 percent of the school year — which includes missing school for any reason, and not just unexcused absences — nearly doubled from 2019 to 2022. In May, the White House flagged chronic absenteeism as a national “challenge,” pointing toward its connection to lower reading and graduation levels.
The Hechinger Report
JULY 8, 2024
When ChatGPT was released to the public in November 2022, advocates and watchdogs warned about the potential for racial bias. The new large language model was created by harvesting 300 billion words from books, articles and online writing, which include racist falsehoods and reflect writers’ implicit biases. Biased training data is likely to generate biased advice, answers and essays.
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.
Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler
JULY 8, 2024
Independent practice is a common staple in classrooms, but its effectiveness hinges on how it’s structured. Simply assigning a large volume of exercises after a lesson, a practice known as mass practice, may not yield the best results for long-term learning. Instead, research increasingly supports the power of spaced repetition, a learning technique that involves.
The Hechinger Report
JULY 8, 2024
If we are to believe the current rapturous cheerleading around artificial intelligence, education is about to be transformed. Digital educators, alert and available at all times, will soon replace their human counterparts and feed students with concentrated personalized content. It’s reminiscent of a troubling experiment from the 1960s , immortalized in one touching image: an infant monkey, clearly scared, clutching a crude cloth replica of the real mother it has been deprived of.
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Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler
JULY 8, 2024
SciSummary is your magical tool to help you manage your literature review. Summarize and organize whole folders of articles. The post Are You Trying to Do a Literature Review? appeared first on Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler.
techlearning
JULY 8, 2024
The AT&T amiGo Jr. Tab gives educators control over their young students' digital content to target learning all from one app.
PlagiarismCheck
JULY 8, 2024
“Plagiarism is a serious offense that comes with consequences,” states any plagiarism-related article or educational institution’s honor code. But what exactly does it mean, and what to expect if one is caught for plagiarism, especially not for the first time? Why plagiarism is punished so seriously A bit of a spoiler here: plagiarism can entail detention and even expulsion, especially if committed repeatedly.
techlearning
JULY 8, 2024
I had the opportunity to speak with Paige Johnson, VP of Education Marketing at Microsoft, about the new offerings in educational technology, including advancements in Microsoft 365 and Copilot.
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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.
SplashLearn
JULY 8, 2024
Looking for fun and creative ways to decorate your classroom? Check out these summer bulletin board ideas! Bulletin board ideas are a great way to create a summer spirit, get kids excited for summer activities, and celebrate the season. From popsicles to hot air balloons, these ideas will brighten your space and excite everyone for […] The post 15 Fun Summer Bulletin Board Ideas for 2024 first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.
techlearning
JULY 8, 2024
This YouGlish lesson plan is designed to help implement the language-learning platform into your classroom
SplashLearn
JULY 8, 2024
Summer is a special time for kids, filled with fun, sun, and many new experiences. Learning summer words for kids helps them describe all the exciting things they see and do. This blog will introduce over 180+ summer words, from A to Z, making it easy and fun for kids to expand their vocabulary. If […] The post 180+ Summer Words for Kids [From A to Z] first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.
American Consortium for Equity in Education
JULY 8, 2024
Discovery Education, the worldwide edtech leader, today announced that the Science Techbook for Florida has been added to the Florida Department of Education’s initial list of adopted instructional materials for science. Among the courses now available for use in classrooms Keep Reading Discovery Education’s Science Techbook for Florida Approved for Use by Florida Department of Education The post Discovery Education’s Science Techbook for Florida Approved for Use by Florida Department of Educati
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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.
The Thinking Stick
JULY 8, 2024
???? On our power of play series this week we talk with Acey Holmes. Acey Holmes is the founder of BoredLess, this week she discusses the importance of play for adults and its impact on social connection, work culture, and personal well-being. She addresses the myth that play is only for children and emphasizes the benefits of play across the lifespan.
American Consortium for Equity in Education
JULY 8, 2024
UnboundEd, a non-profit centered on eliminating disparities in student achievement by race, language, and socioeconomic status, will be hosting its Standards Institute from July 15-18 in Washington, D.C. Nearly 1,000 educators and school leaders, including 130+ attendees from the greater Washington D.C. area, will convene to learn how Keep Reading UnboundEd Aims to Spread GLEAM™ Instruction with 19th Standards Institute Event in Washington D.C.
N2Y
JULY 8, 2024
There are no live product demos in June and July, but you can watch any of our on-demand demos of n2y solutions. The post Product Demos appeared first on n2y.
Twinkl International Publishing
JULY 8, 2024
Have you ever wondered how to teach children about the history of our capital city, London? Read on to find out what makes its history so significant, the challenges of teaching this topic and what tools we can use to make it fun to teach!
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.
eSchool News
JULY 8, 2024
This post originally appeared on the Christensen Institute’s blog and is reposted here with permission. Key points: AI has potential to free up educator time and deepen connections Despite guidance, generative AI remains a challenge for educators New group targets AI skills in education and the workforce For more news on AI in education, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub At the Christensen Institute, we’ve long argued that when a technological innovation emerges, the path it follows i
Twinkl International Publishing
JULY 8, 2024
Finding effective beginner ESL activities for adult learners is crucial for creating an engaging learning environment. We suggest some of our expertly-made ESL resources tailored for adults, including worksheets, activities, reading comprehension, PowerPoints, and flashcards.
Twinkl International Publishing
JULY 8, 2024
Is your child an avid gamer? Make sure they are gaming safely with this helpful guide to video game age ratings, written especially for parents of children aged 7 to 11.
Twinkl International Publishing
JULY 8, 2024
We’ve got plenty of shark facts for Shark Awareness Day, as well as shark activities for your toddler and great shark crafts ideas.
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.
Twinkl International Publishing
JULY 8, 2024
Letter of support and collaboration has been sent from the new Education Secretary to education workforce.
Twinkl International Publishing
JULY 8, 2024
With artificial intelligence becoming commonplace in the classroom, Digest explores how it’s being used.
Twinkl International Publishing
JULY 8, 2024
New survey reflects early years educators' views about what they want from the new government.
Twinkl International Publishing
JULY 8, 2024
Education Secretary’s letter outlines commitment to rebuild the relationship with the sector.
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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
Twinkl International Publishing
JULY 8, 2024
Digest explores what the Labour win means for school leaders, teachers, TAs and parents.
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