Digital Promise

JUNE 7, 2024

A new project is supporting teachers in helping students engage in courageous dialogue. An instructional coach reflects on the progress so far.

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 7, 2024

The Federal Communications Commission voted Thursday to approve the establishment of the Schools and Libraries Cybersecurity Pilot Program. The program will provide up to $200 million over a three-year period to public schools and libraries for cybersecurity services and equipment. FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel proposed the pilot program for cybersecurity funding in July 2023.

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Digital Promise

JUNE 7, 2024

The post How We’re Building Collective Ownership to Create a Shared Vision for Early STEM Innovations appeared first on Digital Promise.

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JUNE 7, 2024

If used thoughtfully, generative AI can engage students at the higher levels of Bloom’s taxonomy.

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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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eSchool News

JUNE 7, 2024

Key points: Phenomena-based learning uses concepts and techniques from different scientific disciplines 5 helpful hacks for managing a STEM classroom Why diversity and STEM education are critical to our future workforce For more news on science learning, visit eSN’s STEM & STEAM hub I was terrified, to be very honest, when my district switched to the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and I had to begin using phenomena-based instruction.

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SplashLearn

JUNE 7, 2024

Parts of speech refer to the different roles words play in sentences, such as nouns, verbs, adjectives, and others. In this guide on “how to teach parts of speech,” you’ll learn simple, engaging methods to help kids understand each type, making language learning fun and easy. Knowing these basics will help them write and speak […] The post How to Teach Parts of Speech: 15 Fun Ways for Kids first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.

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SplashLearn

JUNE 7, 2024

Did you know that worldwide, approximately 7% of children and adolescents struggle with spelling? Fortunately, modern educational technology offers a solution: spelling apps for kids. These apps provide valuable support for children facing spelling challenges. This blog will explore the 12 best spelling apps for kids to improve their spelling skills and easily overcome spelling […] The post 12 Best Spelling Apps For Kids in 2024 first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.

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eSchool News

JUNE 7, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) announces it has appointed Ulysses “Uly” Navarrete as its new executive director. Navarrete brings an extraordinary wealth of experience, dedication, and a fervent passion for advocating on behalf of Latino students nationwide. Known as “Uly” to all, he brings nearly two decades of invaluable experience as an advocate for Latino children across the nation.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

JUNE 7, 2024

Today, nonprofit VHS Learning announced the winners of its 16th annual college scholarship program. The scholarship committee selected 10 scholarship recipients out of more than 55 applicants, awarding a total of $5,000 in scholarships. Two students won $1,000 scholarships, four Keep Reading VHS Learning Announces 2024 College Scholarship Winners The post VHS Learning Announces 2024 College Scholarship Winners appeared first on American Consortium for Equity in Education.

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SplashLearn

JUNE 7, 2024

Reading or listening to funny stories every day brings happiness to kids and helps them become better readers. It’s important for children to read regularly because it helps them learn new words and understand more about the world. Funny short stories for kids aren’t just fun; they also teach kids important things and make them […] The post 12 Best Funny Short Stories for Kids to Read in 2024 first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.

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JUNE 7, 2024

June is National Internet Safety Month , thanks to a resolution passed in 2005 by the U.S. Senate. The goal is to raise awareness about online safety for all, with a special focus on kids ranging from tots to teens. Here’s a short list of internet cautions I got from an online efriend a few years ago. I reprint it every year because it covers all the basics, avoids boring details, and gives kids (and adults) rules to live by: Not everything you read online is true It used to be anything we

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