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DECEMBER 3, 2024

Here are the most-read posts for the past month: Tips for Supporting Students With Special Needs Using Technology 26 Online LMS Resources 7 Ways to Evaluate Websites National STEM Day Nov. 8th A Day to Remember Veterans Geography Awareness Week: November 11-15, 2024 How to Put Kindness in Your Classes 4 Critical Pieces of Every Lesson and How to Gamify Them video 14 Apps and 2 Projects for Thanksgiving Thanksgiving Activities That Keep You in Charge of Learning Here’s a preview of whatR

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DECEMBER 3, 2024

Keeping students safe on campus is a top priority for leadership at Mt. Diablo Unified School District in California. To make that happen, the IT department works closely with the maintenance and operations department. The teams recently used funding from the Measure J general obligation bond to install Axis video surveillance. Working with CDW, the district was able to make the upgrade efficiently and ensure the new cameras will be maintained.

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DECEMBER 3, 2024

The post Digital Promise Joins Forces with UNESCO to Advance Global Digital Transformation appeared first on Digital Promise.

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DECEMBER 3, 2024

All year long, schools have been grappling with how to respond to student cellphone use, which, according to many educators, had become almost constant among kids in older grades and increasingly disruptive to instruction. What many schools have not tackled, over the same period, is the rise of smartwatches among younger kids. A few years ago, smartwatches — high-tech wearables that can send and receive calls and texts, take photos and videos, and share precise location-tracking data, among othe

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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

DECEMBER 3, 2024

SCRANTON, PA – MMI Preparatory School, located in Freeland near Hazleton, has approved a pre-college agreement with Lackawanna College, enabling MMI students to earn college credits while still in high school. This agreement, finalized in October 2024, follows an extensive evaluation process in which MMI reviewed area colleges and selected Lackawanna College to partner with for Pre-College programs.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 3, 2024

The theme song of a podcast may only play for a few seconds at the beginning and ending of an episode, but the short clip sets the tone for the show. In searching for a theme song that fit, I spent hours clicking around on online music libraries including the Free Music Archive for songs with just the right mix of seriousness and playfulness to encapsulate our weekly interview show about the future of learning.

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MiddleWeb

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Using the simple question "How am I reacting?" NBCT and author Marilyn Pryle shows how she teaches students to observe, identify, and manage their emotions when they encounter any text so that they become not only stronger critical thinkers, but better citizens and human beings. The post How Am I Reacting to the Text I’m Consuming? first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Key points: Teachers who had better perceptions of their benefits also had better perceptions of their pay 5 strategies to reduce teacher stress and improve retention School security, combating teacher turnover, and new dyslexia tools For more news on teacher retention, visit eSN’s SEL & Well-Being hub Larger pay increases and better benefits could help keep K-12 teachers in the teacher workforce, finds a new, nationally representative RAND survey.

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Minga

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Why Vaping Has Become a Major Issue in Schools Vaping among students is a growing challenge for schools, affecting student health, safety, and the overall learning environment. While the popularity of e-cigarettes has thankfully decreased overall, approximately 1.63 million middle and high school students are still estimated to be current e-cigarette users according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Palmdale School District Superintendent Dr. Raúl Maldonado discusses the district’s “Palmdale Promise” initiative, focusing on technological equity and early literacy. By investing $7 million in technology and implementing the bilingual “Footsteps to Brilliance” program, the district aims to provide equal educational opportunities for its diverse student population, including one-third English learners.

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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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DECEMBER 3, 2024

Addressing the Growing Concern of Bullying in Schools Bullying remains a prevalent issue that impacts the safety, mental health, and academic success of students across all school levels. With research showing a significant number of students experiencing various forms of bullying, schools must adopt effective strategies to create a safe and inclusive environment for all.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 3, 2024

CHICAGO (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Otus , the leading K-12 assessment, data, and insights solution, announced today a partnership with FIRST Educational Resources , a prominent provider of professional development and consulting services for school districts. This collaboration will provide schools and educators with a powerful combination of cutting-edge technology and expert professional development, aiming to elevate educational outcomes across the United States.

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Minga

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Why Vaping Has Become a Major Issue in Schools Vaping among students is a growing challenge for schools, affecting student health, safety, and the overall learning environment. While the popularity of e-cigarettes has thankfully decreased overall, approximately 1.63 million middle and high school students are still estimated to be current e-cigarette users according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Expanded content library set to deliver enhanced VR/AR experiences for schools worldwide Avantis Education, creator of ClassVR, announces a major enhancement to its virtual and augmented reality (VR/AR) solution for education, as the edtech innovator launches Eduverse+, a new library Keep Reading Avantis Education Launches Eduverse+ for ClassVR The post Avantis Education Launches Eduverse+ for ClassVR appeared first on American Consortium for Equity in Education.

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DECEMBER 3, 2024

Our fun Twelfth Night facts and Epiphany activities are a great way for you and your child to learn about these events at home. Discover what Twelfth Night is, explore interesting facts about Epiphany and engage with fun Epiphany activities like an Epiphany word search.

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DECEMBER 3, 2024

Intelitek and educational resource integrator Learning Labs, Inc., announced today that Benton County Schools in Camden, Tenn., has installed the SmartCIM 4.0 training environment in its new computer-integrated manufacturing (CIM) lab. The SmartCIM 4.0 Advanced Manufacturing capstone environment will be Keep Reading Benton County Schools Chooses Intelitek’s SmartCIM 4.0 for New CIM Lab Funded by Tennessee’s Innovative School Models program The post Benton County Schools Chooses Intelitek’s Smart

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Twinkl International Publishing

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Discover our fantastic Christmas activity packs for kids, which include a range of great ideas to keep your child busy during the festive buildup. From simple Christmas crafts for kids and DIY Christmas cards to Christmas puzzles for children and Christmas elf activities, there’s something for everyone.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Alaska’s Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District (MSBSD) today announced a new partnership with global edtech leader Discovery Education that will enhance science education across the school system. Through this new collaboration, MSBSD teachers and students in 15 district schools serving grades Keep Reading Alaskan School System Selects Discovery Education to Enhance Science Education The post Alaskan School System Selects Discovery Education to Enhance Science Education appeared first on Ame

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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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Twinkl International Publishing

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Have a good start to the new year by discovering a super range of fun New Year activities for kids. Explore creative ideas for New Year’s resolutions, engaging new year activities, and tips on how to start the new year positively and staying in touch with loved ones.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Otus, the leading K-12 assessment, data, and insights solution, and Discovery Education, the global leader in standards-aligned digital curriculum resources, today announced a new strategic partnership aimed at maximizing student achievement nationwide through the powerful combination of engaging content and state-of-the-art data Keep Reading Otus and Discovery Education Forge New Collaboration to Maximize Student Achievement Nationwide The post Otus and Discovery Education Forge New Collaborati

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Twinkl International Publishing

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Our blog has plenty of ideas for your child to learn about Thailand, including a range of fun facts and activities for kids. Explore interesting facts about Thailand for kids, such as the capital of Thailand, what the population of Thailand is and of course Thai street food.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Mission US, The WNET Group’s award-winning educational media project that immerses young people in transformational moments from U.S. history, announces a new mission, “Spirit of a Nation.” This new mission, designed for use in middle and high school classrooms, will Keep Reading The WNET Group’s Mission US Interactive History Series Launches “Spirit of a Nation” The post The WNET Group’s Mission US Interactive History Series Launches “Spirit of a Nation” appeared first on American Consortium fo

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DECEMBER 3, 2024

Stuck for ways to revise GCSE English Language? Revision doesn’t have to be hard with Beyond! This GCSE English Language revision blog will take you through two of the most important tools for analysing English Language: language and structure.

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Twinkl International Publishing

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Helen Clare from Menopause in Schools shares top tips for educators navigating perimenopause and menopause in school.

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Twinkl International Publishing

DECEMBER 3, 2024

The Department for Education’s (DFE) report highlights the growing challenges faced by providers.

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Twinkl International Publishing

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Updated version of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Profile handbook published by DfE.

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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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Twinkl International Publishing

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Calls for the government to clarify how they will meet the 6,500 teacher recruitment target.

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DECEMBER 3, 2024

Get ready for the festive season with our Christmas decoration ideas for 5 to 7-year-olds

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DECEMBER 3, 2024

Westminster Forum discusses the priorities for teacher recruitment and retention.

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Twinkl International Publishing

DECEMBER 3, 2024

EPI report exposes the increase in children missing from education.

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Speaker: Chris Paxton McMillin, President of D3 Training Solutions

There are plenty of great authoring tools for developing eLearning, but the one you select could directly impact your course's outcomes. Depending upon your learners’ needs and your organization’s performance goals, you could be overlooking considerations that impact the both effectiveness of your courses and how long it takes to finish them. From general capabilities to specific workflow structures, some aspects are critical when it comes to learning objectives and deadlines.

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