Bridging the Literacy Gap: 4 Resources to Boost Adult Literacy for Social Mobility
Digital Promise
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
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Creating A Digital Study Plan: Tips And Tools for High School Students
Ask a Tech Teacher
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
With school back, let’s talk about the most efficient ways to study. Here are a few tips from the Ask a Tech Teacher team for High School students who want to get the most out of these important years: Creating A Digital Study Plan: Tips And Tools for High School Students Developing a digital study plan can be a game-changer for high school students aiming to improve their academic performance.
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Q&A: Microsoft Education CIO on the Role of AI in K–12 Schools
EdTech Magazine
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
The possible use cases for generative artificial intelligence appear endless. As this mighty tech tool continues to evolve, it has given K–12 administrators and teachers an opportunity to solve a wide spectrum of operational and pedagogical challenges. Microsoft Windows devices are at the forefront of this transformation, enabling schools to harness the power of AI effectively.
The Transformative Impact of Challenge Based Learning
Digital Promise
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
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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.
Strategies for fostering equitable use of technology in the classroom
Hapara
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Listen to an audio version of this post: Digital resources are expanding the limits of today’s K-12 classrooms. From interactive learning platforms and collaborative tools to virtual reality and interactive chatbots, the technology options available for education are exhilarating. Hidden within mind-blowing bells and whistles of technology lies the capacity to reach a wide range of students with varying needs.
Middle School Prepares Us For Social Science Thinking, Too
The Jose Vilson
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
I got a story to tell. Yesterday, I was running errands when one of my former students stopped me at the local supermarket. She’s a manager there and she told me, “Mr. Vilson, did you do something recently that I should be congratulating you for?” Me: “I think so? I just passed my doctoral dissertation defense.” Her: “Oh yeah!
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Scaling Evidence-Based Solutions for Learning Recovery
Edsurge
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Since the pandemic, the urgency of designing and scaling evidence-based products to support learning recovery has become more pronounced. Educational institutions are grappling with unprecedented disruptions and widening achievement gaps , making the need for effective, research-backed interventions critical. The focus is not only on creating these products but also ensuring they are adopted and effectively implemented in schools and classrooms across the country.
How top female district leaders get ready for back-to-school
eSchool News
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Key points: Enhancing leadership and expanding personal networks are top priorities Innovative solutions to meet diverse student needs What 1,000 families want your district to know about communication For more news on visionary leadership, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership hub Ready or not, the start of the new school year is just around the corner.
Character.AI: What Teachers Need To Know
techlearning
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
The character-driven generative AI is likely a hit with many of your students. Here’s what Character.AI does and its potential and limitations for teaching.
Avantis Education’s ClassVR Wins Educators Pick Best of STEM® 2024 Award
eSchool News
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Chicago — Avantis Education, the leader in virtual reality technology for K-12 schools, was named a winner in the Educators Pick Best of STEM® 2024 Awards. The company’s flagship product, ClassVR, won in the Trailblazer: Immersive Reality (AR/VR) category. This is the second year in a row Avantis has won this award. “Virtual reality is a powerful tool to support instruction and engage students in all subject areas, including STEM and we are honored to earn this recognition,” said Avantis CEO Hu
Enhancing School Device Management for Improved Learning
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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.
SUPERINTENDENT VOICE: As a Latina, my leadership sets me apart and gives me a chance to set an example
The Hechinger Report
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
In the United States today, 9 out of 10 school superintendents are white and two-thirds are white men. When you think of a typical superintendent, the person you imagine probably doesn’t look like me. As a Latina, my leadership isn’t often expected, nor is it always welcome. Institutional biases block career advancement for educators of color , who constitute only 1 in 5 U.S. teachers and principals.
Researchers test ChatGPT, other AI models against real-world students
ScienceDaily (EdTech section)
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
An experiment tested six generative large language models against students in an online introductory biomedical and health informatics course. The models scored higher than as many as three quarters of the real-world students in the class.
Hot School Days Are Negatively Impacting Student Achievement. Here’s What You Can Do
techlearning
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Research shows a clear link between heat and decreased test scores. Here's what teachers can do to mitigate that.
Q&A About Civic Engagement with Rosie Rios of America250
American Consortium for Equity in Education
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
The ACE-ED team recently sat down with Rosie Rios who serves as Chair of America250, the official nonpartisan entity charged by Congress with planning the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 2026. Rios previously served Keep Reading Q&A About Civic Engagement with Rosie Rios of America250 The post Q&A About Civic Engagement with Rosie Rios of America250 appeared first on American Consortium for Equity in Education.
Quickly Create Personalized Learning Experiences that Work
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How Personalized Learning Can Benefit Students
Discovery Education
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
The world has changed substantially in the last 100 years, and education has changed as well! Ensuring our children are fully prepared for tomorrow calls for adjustments in lesson planning, instruction, and educational pathways. “One-size-fits-all” education may have been sufficient at one point in time. It’s not now. Today, a personalized learning approach that uses […] The post How Personalized Learning Can Benefit Students appeared first on Discovery Education Blog.
Do Our Educational Institutions Really Value and Want Originality? Not Really. Conformity Is More Desirable
The 21st Century Principal
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
"Originality is dangerous. It challenges, questions, overturns assumptions, unsettles moral codes, disrespects sacred cows or other such entities. It can be shocking, or ugly, or, to use the catchall term so beloved of the tabloid press, controversial. And if we believe in liberty, if we want the air we breathe to remain plentiful and breathable, this is the art whose right to exist we must not only defend by celebrate.
Case Study: Impact of Positivity on Behavior Management
N2Y
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Explore the difference Positivity made on student behavior in Lafayette Parish School System in Louisiana. The post Case Study: Impact of Positivity on Behavior Management appeared first on n2y.
How to get more creative with AI help
PlagiarismCheck
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
AI has caused many troubles. It has become an instrument for academic cheating, so schools were forced to introduce AI detector software to cope with the robot-generated works submitted as students-written. It has challenged some human occupations, causing severe concerns that one day, robots will steal all the jobs from people. Finally, it has provoked endless discussions on ethics and authenticity issues.
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.
Discovery Education’s Free Grant Guide for K-12 Educators Now Available
American Consortium for Equity in Education
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Edtech leader Discovery Education is offering teachers and administrators a free guide to applying for government and private grants. Entitled Your Guide to K-12 Education Grants, this resource illuminates the wide variety of K-12 grants available to educators and provides practical advice Keep Reading Discovery Education’s Free Grant Guide for K-12 Educators Now Available The post Discovery Education’s Free Grant Guide for K-12 Educators Now Available appeared first on American Consortium for E
17 Creative Art Activities for Preschoolers in 2024
SplashLearn
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Art activities for preschoolers are more than just a bit of fun—they’re little building blocks for growing minds. Did you know that when kids paint, draw, or play with colors, it helps their brains get stronger and more flexible? These creative activities help kids learn how to think through problems and manage their feelings, all […] The post 17 Creative Art Activities for Preschoolers in 2024 first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.
Enhancing Accessibility in Higher Education with AI
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SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Dr. Laura Dumin obtained her PhD in English from Oklahoma State University in 2010. She is a professor in English and Technical Writing at the University of Central Oklahoma who has been exploring the impact of generative AI on writing classrooms. Laura has been experimenting with transformative learning (TL) tools and scholarship of teaching and learning methods (SoTL) in the classroom for over 7 years.
How to Make Reading Fun for Early Readers: 12 Best Ideas
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SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Many parents and teachers struggle to get kids interested in reading, often feeling frustrated when it becomes a daily battle. But what if reading could be something kids actually look forward to? This blog will show you exactly how to make reading fun for kids, with practical tips that can turn it from a chore […] The post How to Make Reading Fun for Early Readers: 12 Best Ideas first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.
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.
Together for Teachers: Empowering Schools and Learning Centers in the Philippines
Twinkl International Publishing
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
At Twinkl Philippines, we believe in the power of partnership. Our collaborations with schools and learning centers reflect our commitment to supporting teachers and empowering education across the Philippines. Together for Teachers, we’re helping build brighter futures and creating learning environments where every student can thrive.
12 Best Strategies for Teaching English Grammar to Kids
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SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Are your students often confused by English grammar rules despite your best efforts? Teaching English grammar to young learners can feel overwhelming when they struggle to understand concepts like tenses or sentence structure. To overcome these challenges, it’s essential to use strategies that simplify grammar and make it more relatable for kids. In this blog, […] The post 12 Best Strategies for Teaching English Grammar to Kids first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.
Beat Special Education Teacher Burnout With Twinkl
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SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
As a special education teacher, I know firsthand how rewarding the job can be. But let’s be honest—it's also exhausting. Balancing the needs of diverse learners, managing paperwork, and keeping up with IEPs can leave you feeling burnt out and overwhelmed. I’ve been there and know many of you have, too. Twinkl is a game-changer. With a subscription, I’ve found a treasure trove of resources that not only save me hours of planning time but also help me provide the personalized attention my students
An AI tutor helped Harvard students learn more physics in less time
The Hechinger Report
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
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Behind the Bell: The Underlying Impact of Tardiness in K-12 Schools
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Edsurge
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
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Twinkl International Publishing
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Twinkl International Publishing
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