Sun.May 05, 2024

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Quantifying Innovative Practices

A Principal's Reflections

Lately, I've been giving a lot of thought to effectiveness, and this has been mirrored in my writing and work as a coach. Reflecting on my time as a principal at my previous school, I recall the successful shift towards digitalization and incorporating innovative practices. Our main goal was to demonstrate tangible improvements rather than just discuss them.

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OPINION: This is no time to ban DEI initiatives in education; we need DEI more than ever

The Hechinger Report

Education has become a major battleground for the attempted anti-racist paradigm shift of diversity, equity and inclusion work; mirroring society, this work remains stuck in a cycle of advancement and retaliation. Education administrators at all levels need to act now to resist a rising tide of efforts against social science knowledge. That tide includes bans on state funding for teaching DEI in schools, public colleges and state agencies.

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What Picture Books Add to a Middle School Class

MiddleWeb

Katie Durkin has begun adding picture books and read alouds to her seventh grade classes. She finds that in units like historical fiction and social justice, they bring students a sense of nostalgia, help them grasp difficult abstract concepts, and create a shared experience. The post What Picture Books Add to a Middle School Class first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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Asesores universitarios prometen “abrir la puerta” a estudiantes negros e hispanos a pesar del fallo de acción afirmativa

The Hechinger Report

WILMINGTON, Del. — Entrando a un centro comunitario repleto de estudiantes de último año de secundaria, Atnre Alleyne tiene algunos consejos para la audiencia, miembros de la primera clase de solicitantes universitarios que serán influenciados por el fallo de la Corte Suprema del pasado junio que derribo las admisiones con conciencia racial. “Hay que obtener buenas calificaciones, hay que encontrar una manera de hacer lo académico, pero también convertirse en líderes”, dijo Alleyne, el enérgico

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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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Protecting Your eBook: Strategies Against Digital Piracy

Kitaboo on EdTech

When it comes to the protection of your eBook files, it’s essential to employ a multi-layered approach to deter piracy and safeguard your digital content. To begin with, you need to assess the vulnerabilities of your eBook files and identify potential points of exploitation by pirates. Conducting a thorough analysis will help you tailor your protection strategies to address specific risks effectively.

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Revolutionize Your Workforce with Cutting-Edge Training Apps

Kitaboo on EdTech

As the mobile learning market surged to $68.36 billion in 2023 , it’s clear that innovation is driving the demand for continual learning. Your corporation’s success hinges on a skilled, up-to-date team. With corporate training apps, you can not only meet this demand head-on but also stay ahead of the curve. These apps offer flexibility, speed, and efficiency, making learning accessible anytime, anywhere.