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8 Crucial Steps for University Admission Success for High School Students

Ask a Tech Teacher

8 Crucial Steps for University Admission Success for High School Students Applying for university is a significant milestone for high school students. The process can be daunting, but with the right steps, it can lead to a successful admission. Here are eight crucial steps to help high school students navigate the university admission process effectively. 1.

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Time and Space Can Help Teachers Level Up Their Learning

EdTech Magazine

According to the “2024 National Educational Technology Plan: A Call to Action for Closing the Digital Access, Design and Use Divides,” many of today’s technology-focused professional development offerings for teachers are “little more than training on basic functions.” Moreover, the document says, many training programs fail to prepare teachers for modern environments, resulting in the digital design gap.

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AI detection software doesn’t work. Do this instead.

Ditch That Textbook

Adam Sparks is a Nebraska-based educator that taught English and Social Studies for 7 years before recently finishing his master's in Learning Design and Technology at Stanford. Adam now works full-time on Short Answer, a gamified K12 writing product and professional development service that began as his master's capstone project. When we lead our writing […] The post AI detection software doesn’t work.

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TEDx Talk – Education Reimagined: Student-led Learning

Catlin Tucker

Do you feel like our current approach to teaching and learning is working for either teachers or students? If you answered, “no,” we are on the same page. This belief is what drove me to develop my TEDx Talk titled “ Education Reimagined: Student-Led Learning.” Right now, we are facing an educational crisis with more teachers leaving the profession than new teachers are entering the field.

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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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How colleges can become ‘living labs’ for combating climate change 

The Hechinger Report

NEW PALTZ, N.Y. — At the end of a semester that presaged one of the hottest summers on record, the students in Associate Professor Michael Sheridan’s business class were pitching proposals to cut waste and emissions on their campus and help turn it into a vehicle for fighting climate change. Flanking a giant whiteboard at the front of the classroom, members of the team campaigning to build a solar canopy on a SUNY New Paltz parking lot delivered their pitch.

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3 free STEAM education resources to nurture student curiosity

eSchool News

Key points: Engaging STEAM education tools push students to explore learning Can a data literacy program make science more relatable? Putting the ‘E’ in integrative STEM instruction For more news on STEAM, visit eSN’s STEM & STEAM hub According to the National Math and Science Initiative , STEM education helps students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, fosters communication, and bolsters teamwork.

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Back to School with Adobe: Free ETT Virtual Sessions!

EdTechTeacher

Educators are invited to attend exclusive live learning sessions as we celebrate new features in Adobe Express like safe generative AI “text to template” and presentation capabilities. Together, we’ll learn new tools and share project ideas to launch your students’ success. Whether you’re new to Adobe Express or a major fan, these sessions guarantee new learnings that will supercharge your students’ creativity.

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Ello Partners with Civic Suds to Promote Literacy and Get Families Reading While at Local Laundromats Throughout the DC Area

eSchool News

SAN FRANCISCO (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ello , developer of the world’s most advanced AI reading app, announced a new partnership with Civic Suds to promote reading by donating hundreds of children’s books while families are at laundromats this summer. Civic Suds works with vetted providers like Ello to offer community activities, programs, and services in safe and clean laundry facilities.

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4 Tips to Support Group Work in Middle School

MiddleWeb

We know group work can help middle schoolers learn, but what about their concerns? Who does what? How do they meet outside of class? How will they be graded? Laurie Hornik details four ways teachers can amplify the positive effects of group work and minimize the negative ones. The post 4 Tips to Support Group Work in Middle School first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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Lifelong learning: Developing skills across all ages

eSchool News

Key points: A love of learning can lead to a lifetime of learning How to use PBL with makerspaces across your curriculum Here’s how schools can better support neurodiverse students For more news on instruction, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Curiosity is a fountain of opportunity for all educators. Because the world is always changing, there are infinite examples of how to use this to your advantage.

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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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3 District Hacks to Enhance Security, Simplify App Approvals, and Cut Costs with EdTech Analytics

Lightspeed Systems

The post 3 District Hacks to Enhance Security, Simplify App Approvals, and Cut Costs with EdTech Analytics appeared first on Lightspeed Systems.

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Sparking the Aha Moments that Transform Math Learning

MIND Research Institute

At MIND, we’re passionate about transforming the way math is taught and learned. Today, we’re diving into a topic that resonates deeply with all educators: those amazing aha moments when students finally get it, and everything just clicks. I thought I was doing so well! I’d been teaching High School Math in Los Angeles for about two years and I was excited because today I was going to derive the equation of an ellipse.

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5 Ways Science Informs My Teaching

techlearning

I didn't use to think about educational research as a teacher, then I started interviewing teaching scientists.

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Funds For Learning Responds to Court Decision Threatening Future of ‘Mission-critical Support’ for Schools and Libraries 

American Consortium for Equity in Education

Existing rules and Universal Services Fund programs to stay in effect indefinitely as appeals process rolls forward On July 24, 2024, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit ruled in Consumers’ Research v. FCC that the annual $8 Keep Reading Funds For Learning Responds to Court Decision Threatening Future of ‘Mission-critical Support’ for Schools and Libraries The post Funds For Learning Responds to Court Decision Threatening Future of ‘Mission-critical Support’ for Schools and

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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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6-year-old Developmental Milestones Checklist

SplashLearn

Are you curious if your 6-year-old is growing and developing like other kids their age? Understanding developmental milestones can help you see how your child is progressing in different areas. These 6-year-old developmental milestones are key for tracking physical growth, language skills, social interactions, and learning abilities. Knowing what to expect can help you support […] The post 6-year-old Developmental Milestones Checklist first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.

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PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Seesaw’s New Instruction & Insights Expands The Power of Learning

techlearning

New for the 2024-25 school year, Seesaw Instruction & Insights offers new tools for school and district administrators

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Why MSP Sales Teams Should be Using Guided Selling to Build Quotes

SecurEdge

Learn why MSP sales teams should utilize guided selling to enhance customer experiences, streamline the sales process, and boost conversions.

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Herbst: Zitate für den Unterricht in der farbenfrohen Zeit

Twinkl International Publishing

Sie suchen nach Zitaten, die den Herbst behandeln, um Ihre Schulkinder für das Thema zu begeistern? Wir haben einige Herbstzitate ausgewählt, mit denen Sie die Zeit des Jahres ansprechen können, bei der alle Blätter auf einmal die Farbe ändern.

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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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Dr. Pedro Antonio Noguera to Speak at the ALAS 21st National Education Summit in October 2024

American Consortium for Equity in Education

Dr. Noguera is one of the most important voices for improving public education The Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) announces Dr. Pedro Antonio Noguera as the keynote speaker for the final day of its 21st National Education Summit, Keep Reading Dr. Pedro Antonio Noguera to Speak at the ALAS 21st National Education Summit in October 2024 The post Dr.

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Vuelta al Cole: 11 Recursos de Programación Semanal para Educación Infantil

Twinkl International Publishing

Se acerca septiembre y desde Twinkl ya nos estamos preparando para la Vuelta al Cole. Estaremos compartiendo ideas, recursos, guías y tips para ayudar a los docentes a prepararse para el nuevo curso escolar 2024-2025. Comenzamos con estos recursos de Programación Semanal para Educación Infantil, diseñados para planificar semanas temáticas durante todo el curso, con divertidas actividades fácilmente descargables e imprimibles.

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Mathematics test scores in some countries have been dropping for years, even as the subject grows in importance

The Hechinger Report

The bottom line is troubling. Scores on an international math test fell a record 15 points between 2018 and 2022 — the equivalent of students losing three-quarters of a school year of learning. That finding may not be surprising considering the timing of the test. The world was still recovering from the disruptive effects of the global pandemic when the test, called the Program for International Student Assessment, or PISA, was administered.

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What Are Doodle Pages?

Twinkl International Publishing

Colouring and doodling are both beneficial to many aspects of both yours and your child’s life - developing fine motor control, recognising colours and shapes, expressing individuality and more! It’s also a great way to practise some mindfulness and keep your hands busy while your mind relaxes from a stressful day. In this blog, we are going to look at some doodle pages and how you can use them to benefit wellbeing.

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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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5 Super Books for Starting School From Twinkl Originals

Twinkl International Publishing

Are you searching for some super books to share with your child before the start of the new academic year? Here at Twinkl Originals we’ve got a truly brilliant selection of books to prepare for starting school, perfect for children in the early years. From engaging ‘First Words’ books to support children with key skills such counting to 10 and naming shapes, to our fantastic picture books that will show children what to expect as they join the classroom, you can use our books to foster discussio

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Twinkl's Day Of The Dead 2024 Teaching Resources

Twinkl International Publishing

Discover all of Twinkl's Day of the Dead 2024 teaching resources in this handy post! From craft activities to informative PowerPoints, you'll find a great variety of choice.

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Free Educational Resources for Early Years Students: A Back-to-School Guide

Twinkl International Publishing

Explore free back-to-school resources to engage early years students, supporting teachers and parents with high-quality activities for a fun and productive school year.

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Teachers- A Special Species Surviving and Thriving Through Science Week 2024

Twinkl International Publishing

All about National Science Week in 2024. Including a history of this event in Australia and resource ideas to help you celebrate the theme of Species Survival.

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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

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Poetry Writing: A Step-by-Step Guide

Twinkl International Publishing

Want to help improve your students’ poetry writing but don’t know where to start? Check out this handy step-by-step guide for some handy tips and tricks!

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Meditation and Visualisation

Twinkl International Publishing

This blog contains a range of ideas and advice to support you in learning about meditation and how it can help both you and your family’s wellbeing.

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What Is World Elephant Day?

Twinkl International Publishing

We’ve got plenty of elephant facts for World Elephant Day, as well as elephant activities for your toddler and great elephant craft ideas

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5.5% teacher pay rise: What do teachers need to know?

Twinkl International Publishing

When will teachers receive the pay rise and how much will you get? KS2 Digest answers pay-related FAQs following yesterday’s announcement.

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Enhancing HyFlex Education through the PowerTeaching Framework

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.