Wed.Nov 13, 2024

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Assessments that Work: How to Create Assessments that Help Students Learn More

The CoolCatTeacher

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter In this Cool Cat Teacher Talk episode, we will explore effective assessment strategies with Dr. Thomas Guskey, Becky Holden, Dr. Samuel Nix, Alan November, Mike Roberts, and Christie Thompson. We will talk about what makes an effective assessment and the importance of both formative and summative assessments.

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How to Put Kindness in Your Classes

Ask a Tech Teacher

World Kindness Day, celebrated on November 13th each year, promotes kindness across the globe and emphasizes compassion toward others. This day encourages us to look beyond boundaries, religions, and cultures, focusing instead on the simple act of being kind. Founded in 1998 by the World Kindness Movement, it is observed in many countries, including the United States, Canada, Australia, Japan, and the United Arab Emirates.

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Practical Tips on How to Teach Reading from Jennifer Serravallo

The CoolCatTeacher

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Sometimes, teachers can struggle to “fit it all in” when it comes to reading. With all of the news on reading, how do we teach reading? What a relief it is to hear reading instructional leaders like Jennifer Serravallo talk about the artistry of teaching, how to overcome the challenges of teaching reading, and teacher autonomy and responsiveness.

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Behind the Scenes: A Look Inside Lindsay Unified’s Learner-Led Learning Communities

Digital Promise

In California’s Central Valley, one innovative school district serves as a model for learner-led pathways, deep community involvement, and more.

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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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Students Need Learning Opportunities Beyond Core Subjects. Here's Why.

Edsurge

Last year, I presented a paper on using technology in my Arabic class at the Ohio Foreign Language Association summer conference. At the end of my session, a Spanish language teacher opened the discussion by talking about students dismissing her work because it is not an essential subject in the state. This hurt her teaching time, and she wanted to know if I experienced the same phenomenon in my teaching career; without hesitation, I admitted to facing the same problem.

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Designing With, Not For: How We Co-Designed a New Product Certification for Ethically Designed AI Tools

Digital Promise

The post Designing With, Not For: How We Co-Designed a New Product Certification for Ethically Designed AI Tools appeared first on Digital Promise.

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Equitable access to AI in classrooms is a problem–the solution is professional learning

eSchool News

Key points: Rapid AI adoption in well-resourced classrooms is deepening the digital divide How much AI is too much? Most parents know AI will be crucial to their children’s future For more on AI in education, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Generative AI is transforming the nature of work in many fields. One analysis claims more than 60 percent of the jobs in advanced economies will be supported by AI within the next five years.

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Revolutionizing How Educators Find Tech Solutions

Edsurge

With a new school year now in full swing, educators are in a bind. They want to implement innovative edtech tools in the classroom but don’t necessarily have the time to research and evaluate solutions before procurement and classroom implementation. Enter the concept of curated online marketplaces — a potential game-changer in the edtech landscape.

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Same Lessons, Different Tools: How AI is Stuck in Outdated Education Models

Dr. Shannon Doak

In the ever-evolving landscape of education, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been heralded as a transformative force. I am one of the biggest proponents of this viewpoint! However, recently, I attended EDUTech Asia and have connected with many vendors. My recent interactions with these vendors at conferences and through social media reveals that many AI applications are merely reinforcing outdated pedagogical practices, particularly in areas like exam preparation.

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Sutori: How to Use It to Teach

techlearning

Sutori is the collaborative presentation tool designed specifically for classrooms.

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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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CONNECT K12 CLASSROOMS WITH DIVERSE INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS

American Consortium for Equity in Education

Learn more about Career Connect here :[link] The post CONNECT K12 CLASSROOMS WITH DIVERSE INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS appeared first on American Consortium for Equity in Education.

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The decoding threshold is a key barrier to reading proficiency in older K-12 students

eSchool News

Key points: The decoding threshold is a crucial benchmark for assessing reading ability 4 components of an effective literacy ecosystem To start the school year off right, invest in literacy For more news on literacy, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Despite expectations that students master basic reading skills by third grade, many continue to struggle with reading into upper elementary school and beyond.

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Top Ten Skiing Activities

Twinkl International Publishing

Read our blog for fun and engaging facts about skiing, including what the different types of skiing are and why skiing is good for you. Discover a range of fabulous skiing activities for kids, learn facts about the Alps and explore some of the best places to ski in the world.

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Child care won at the ballot box

The Hechinger Report

Leading up to the election, registered voters of all parties made it clear in polls that they believe the child care system is broken. And last Tuesday, they overwhelmingly supported local measures focused on supporting children, many of which increase local funding for child care. These results underscore that Americans are passionate about the need for more help for kids and their families, especially in light of rising anxiety levels among children, more behavioral challenges, and, of course,

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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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Words of Wisdom: 6 Essential Proverbs in Afrikaans

Twinkl International Publishing

Distinguishing between proverbs, idioms and sayings can be tricky! So let’s try and define proverbs in Afrikaans to hopefully lessen the confusion and enable you to teach this topic with confidence!

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Building Mathematical Vocabulary and Oracy in Your Students

Twinkl International Publishing

Mathematics isn’t just about numbers—it’s also about language! Building a strong mathematical vocabulary and encouraging oracy (spoken communication) skills in students from EYFS, all the way up to KS3 and KS4. Here’s how to incorporate these skills into your tutoring sessions!

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Business English for Non-Native Speakers: Why It Matters—and How to Keep It Simple

Twinkl International Publishing

Business English can be challenging for non-native speakers, who often feel pressured to sound overly formal or “corporate.” This article explores why mastering Business English is essential for professional success and how to make it simpler and more natural. By focusing on clear, practical language and real-life scenarios, teachers can help learners feel more confident and effective in work settings.

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10 Activities to Learn About the Nativity

Twinkl International Publishing

The Nativity story is a key part of Christmas celebrations for kids, teaching children about the birth of Jesus. We explore the Nativity story and point you in the direction of ten Nativity activities to support your child in their learning at home.

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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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This Week’s Latest Twinkl ESL Resources - November 11th

Twinkl International Publishing

It's that time of the week again! Explore Twinkl ESL's latest collection of fresh resources, designed to support your ESL lessons and keep your students engaged.

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Surviving Parenthood: My Parenting Superpowers

Twinkl International Publishing

As parents, we can often feel overwhelmed and overlooked. I’ve learnt that one way to deal with this is to reframe my day-to-day tasks as superpowers.

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Impact of changes announced in the Budget on early years providers

Twinkl International Publishing

A survey by Early Years Alliance reveals the knock-on effect of National Insurance Contributions and National Living Wage changes on providers.

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How can school leaders support staff dealing with allergies in children?

Twinkl International Publishing

Sarah Knight, founder of The Allergy Team explores why allergy prevention should be a whole school approach.

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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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‘Now is the time for bold reform’

Twinkl International Publishing

Bridget Phillipson shares her plans for SEND at the Confederation of School Trusts (CST) Conference.

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Funding awarded to 11 projects dedicated to inspiring early years creativity

Twinkl International Publishing

Charity awards funding to projects which inspire creativity among 2-4-year-old children.

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‘Essential’ that support staff are recognised and rewarded says Education Committee chair

Twinkl International Publishing

Education Committee monitors progress of School Support Staff Negotiating Body (SSSNB).

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Music to your ears: Promoting quality over coverage

Twinkl International Publishing

Advice for teachers struggling to maintain a rhythm with music teaching.

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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.