Ask a Tech Teacher
AUGUST 28, 2024
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ViewSonic Education
AUGUST 28, 2024
Finding the perfect monitor can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re not familiar with technical specs. If you’ve ever shopped for a computer screen or TV, you’ve probably come across these terms. What exactly is monitor resolution, and why does it matter? Surprisingly, it’s simpler than you think. At its core, resolution determines how sharp and clear your screen looks—the higher the resolution, the crisper the display.
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TeacherCast
AUGUST 28, 2024
Enhance school communication with Smore. Streamline messages, create dynamic digital lessons, and improve information sharing. The post Smore: The Ultimate Tool for Educators’ Newsletters and Communication appeared first on TeacherCast Educational Network.
Edsurge
AUGUST 28, 2024
For Evangelina Mendoza, a chief information technology officer for San Antonio Independent School District in Texas, the impending end of federal pandemic relief money is forcing tough choices. Part of that is ruthlessly reevaluating the edtech purchases that San Antonio Independent — a large urban district that serves almost 45,000 students — made during the pandemic.
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.
The Hechinger Report
AUGUST 28, 2024
When Head Start was established in 1965, it was meant to boost outcomes for children from low-income families by offering high-quality early learning and wraparound services, like dentalcare and mental health support. Fifty-nine years later, funding has increased for the program—from about$96 million in the 1960s (about $959 million in today’s dollars) to nearly $12 billion in fiscal year 2023.
Edsurge
AUGUST 28, 2024
Imagine a classroom with students deeply engaged in their lessons, eagerly solving math problems and exploring English skills through fun digital games. Their excitement is evident as they face challenges and earn rewards, turning traditional learning into an adventure. Game-based learning not only motivates students through elements like challenges, rewards and narratives but also fosters critical skills such as problem-solving, strategic thinking and collaboration.
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The Hechinger Report
AUGUST 28, 2024
Environment and Sustainability in Enlightenment France. Modeling for Energy and Infrastructure Project Finance. Adirondack Cultural Ecology. Perspectives on the Amazon. These courses, offered at Dickinson College in Pennsylvania; Haas School of Business at the University of California, Berkeley; State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry; and Duke University in North Carolina, respectively, illustrate how institutions are rethinking the study of sustainability at
American Consortium for Equity in Education
AUGUST 28, 2024
Principals James Allrich of Maryland and Allison Persad of New York City were recently named to the NASSP Board, moving their leadership skills to national policy. We chatted about what the new school year looks like through a principal’s eyes Keep Reading Two Active Principals Serving on NASSP’s Board The post Two Active Principals Serving on NASSP’s Board appeared first on American Consortium for Equity in Education.
techlearning
AUGUST 28, 2024
Helping students understand how to adapt to a digital environment can set them up for success later on in life.
eSchool News
AUGUST 28, 2024
Key points: Students cultivate a sense of STEAM curiosity exploring new ideas 3 free STEAM education resources to nurture student curiosity How to use PBL with makerspaces across your curriculum For more news on STEM learning, visit eSN’s STEM & STEAM hub Last summer, the Crockett Foundation took a group of middle school students to Orlando to participate in a full-stack development (coding) workshop at Oracle Labs.
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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.
Cycles of Learning
AUGUST 28, 2024
This year, I’ve been experimenting with a different approach to homework in my classes. I’m currently teaching both a biochemistry class and a neuroscience class, and homework has always been a tricky subject. From my experience, if students don’t have any homework, they can become naturally demotivated. On the other hand, if there’s too much homework, the workload can also lead to a lack of motivation.
American Consortium for Equity in Education
AUGUST 28, 2024
Company’s all-inclusive curriculum, industry certifications, and data management platform helps schools and districts deliver comprehensive CTE programs With the increased national emphasis on Career & Technical Education (CTE) and the demand for highly-skilled CTE students on the rise, schools and Keep Reading iCEV Adds New and Updated Features to Support Career & Technical Education (CTE) Teachers and Students This School Year The post iCEV Adds New and Updated Features to Support Car
SplashLearn
AUGUST 28, 2024
Introducing kids to the letter B through hands-on activities can make learning both fun and effective. In this blog, we’ll share letter B activities that focus on improving letter recognition, sound association, and vocabulary building. These activities are easy to follow and designed to make learning both fun and effective for young kids. Let’s dive […] The post 13 Letter B Activities & Crafts for Kids first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.
The Thinking Stick
AUGUST 28, 2024
play:ground NYC is an organization that focuses on the rights of children and creating affirming spaces for play. They believe that young people should be given authority, autonomy, and respect, and that society often mistreats and oppresses children. The organization promotes sustainability by using recycled materials and repurposing junk for play.
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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.
Mark Smithers
AUGUST 28, 2024
Yahoo's commitment to a thorough digital experience is intricately tied to their use of cookies, which play a pivotal role in enhancing both functionality and security across their platforms. By employing cookie tracking , Yahoo not only verifies user identities but also refines their services based on user interactions , geolocation , and browsing behaviors.
Twinkl International Publishing
AUGUST 28, 2024
Books about the body serve as essential educational material for preschoolers, facilitating early literacy while promoting an understanding of the body. Your little ones are sure to be engaged with these My Body books for preschool. So, gather as many books as you can to create a lovely theme about the body in your learning sessions.
American Consortium for Equity in Education
AUGUST 28, 2024
12 Hamilton County Elementary Schools will now implement evidence-based program Literacy First, a program from The University of Texas at Austin’s Charles A. Dana Center dedicated to improving literacy outcomes for young learners, is excited to announce its expansion beyond Keep Reading Literacy First Expands its Early Childhood Literacy Program to Chattanooga, TN After Successful Pilot Program The post Literacy First Expands its Early Childhood Literacy Program to Chattanooga, TN After Successf
Twinkl International Publishing
AUGUST 28, 2024
Are you searching for some terrific transport books? Here at Twinkl Originals, we’ve got everything you need for an engaging and exciting transport topic for children in the EYFS. Climb aboard the Originals train and become an expert in all things transport with ‘Originals Explorers: Transport,’ our brilliant non-fiction book that is bursting with information about vehicles.
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.
Edsurge
AUGUST 28, 2024
In January 2018, I signed up to work as a substitute teacher at a public school in Columbus, Ohio. When I showed up, I wore what I thought was professional attire for a school teacher, including a long-sleeved shirt and dress pants. I also wore my hijab, which is a symbol of my faith and tradition in the Muslim community. When I arrived, the principal saw me and immediately frowned once she saw my appearance and the hijab on my head.
Twinkl International Publishing
AUGUST 28, 2024
We had the privilege of chatting to South African Paralympic athletes; Men's T46 High Jump para athlete, Khumo Pitso, and our very own women’s T37 division Sprint athlete, Sheryl James.
eSchool News
AUGUST 28, 2024
Key points: Social media poses risks to students’ mental health and well-being Taking stock of student mental health It takes a village to protect students’ well-being in the digital age For more news on youth mental health, visit eSN’s SEL & Well-Being hub Spurred by increasing concerns about youth well-being and social media use, a new report from the Biden-Harris Administration’s Kids Online Health and Safety Task Force offers recommendations and best practices for safer socia
Twinkl International Publishing
AUGUST 28, 2024
Get your buzzers ready for this general trivia quiz for key stage 2 children. Create a fun learning environment at home or school whenever there’s spare time!
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.
The Hechinger Report
AUGUST 28, 2024
In Sheridan County School District #3 in northern Wyoming, where it can take an hour on the bus each way for students to attend the K-12 Clearmont School, the Biden administration’s rewrite of Title IX rules for addressing sex-based discrimination was welcomed — by some. Chase Christensen, superintendent of the Sheridan County School District #3 in northern Wyoming and principal of the K-12 Clearmont School, said new Title IX rules would make it less burdensome to respond to sex-based discrimina
Twinkl International Publishing
AUGUST 28, 2024
In this blog, we’ve got ten creative play ideas to inspire your child’s imaginative play, such as role playing, den building and using modelling dough.
Twinkl International Publishing
AUGUST 28, 2024
Zany for Zeus? Awed by Odyssus? Check out this fantastic Twinkl guide to obscure Ancient Greek Gods and Goddesses to find some new favourites!
Twinkl International Publishing
AUGUST 28, 2024
When you're pregnant, it's important to know your rights and take the leave you're entitled to. Refer to this blog for more information.
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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
Twinkl International Publishing
AUGUST 28, 2024
Educators must grasp the effects of social media on young people and actively promote safe, responsible online behaviour.
Twinkl International Publishing
AUGUST 28, 2024
Katie Kelly is an Australian Para-Triathlete. Kelly won gold at her first Paralympics at Rio in 2016.
Twinkl International Publishing
AUGUST 28, 2024
Digest debunks common misconceptions about what children need to achieve before starting school.
Twinkl International Publishing
AUGUST 28, 2024
As we look towards September, how can school leaders promote Autumn term attendance?
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.
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