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Putting the ‘E’ in integrative STEM instruction

eSchool News

Key points: Engineering leads to student engagement Black students need more STEM career exposure 5 helpful hacks for managing a STEM classroom For more news on engineering, visit eSN’s STEM & STEAM hub STEM learning essential, helping students develop skills such as critical thinking and problem solving–skills that will help them be successful in college and the workforce.

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How Schools Can Better Support Military Children and Families

Edsurge

While summer is the busiest time of year for military families to transition to their next duty station, throughout the school year, they move from state to state, and sometimes even across the world. Even after 16 years of being married to the military, my family learned that my husband would be moving in an unaccompanied permanent change of station for a year overseas.

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Google Doc Demo Mode

ignitionEDU

Google Tip: When you want to share a PREVIEW or VIEW version of a Google Doc URL AND you also want to have your document outline visible, change the URL by adding ?rm=demo to the end.

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Top 5 Memorable Mantras from ISTE 2024 

Discovery Education

ISTE Live 2024 just wrapped up, and it was an event full of timely conversations, innovative ideas, and emerging technologies. The Discovery Education Team enjoyed connecting with educators, listening to sessions, and learning about the latest technology coming to classrooms! Read on to find five memorable mantras we gleaned from ISTE 2024 and plan to […] The post Top 5 Memorable Mantras from ISTE 2024 appeared first on Discovery Education Blog.

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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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Washington lawmakers keep local fund that boosts child care teacher pay

The Hechinger Report

What happened: The D.C. Council maintained funding for the Early Childhood Educator Pay Equity Fund, the nation’s first publicly funded program intended to raise the pay of child care workers in the district and provide them with free or low-cost health insurance. The back story : In the face of a $700 million budget shortfall, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser proposed cutting the $87 million program to replenish the city’s diminished reserve fund.

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List of 58 Best R Words for Kids in 2024

SplashLearn

Expanding a child’s vocabulary is crucial in early education. Introducing preschoolers and kindergarteners to words can be a fun and engaging way to enhance their linguistic skills. This comprehensive list of R words for kids is tailored to spark interest and facilitate learning among young learners. So, let’s explore the 18th letter of the alphabet […] The post List of 58 Best R Words for Kids in 2024 first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.

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13 Best Assessment Tools for Teachers in 2024

SplashLearn

Effective assessment tools for teachers are vital in understanding students’ progress, allowing teachers to tailor instruction for better learning outcomes. These tools can help teachers to gauge comprehension, identify learning gaps, and offer personalized support. In this blog, we’ll cover some of the best assessment tools that help you diversify their strategies and create a […] The post 13 Best Assessment Tools for Teachers in 2024 first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.

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ISTELive news: SMART launches new inclusion solution

eSchool News

In an effort to foster inclusive learning environments, SMART Technologies launched the Inclusive Classroom Bundle, a comprehensive solution designed to support all learners and their diverse needs. This innovative Edtech bundle will be showcased for the first time at ISTE 2024. The Inclusive Classroom Bundle includes: A SMART Board® RX Series: The most advanced interactive display designed to enhance learning and engage students, options include multi-colored stylus, embedded experience to

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3M and Discovery Education Recognize 26 State Merit Winners and Four Honorable Mentions in 2024 3M Young Scientist Challenge

American Consortium for Equity in Education

3M (@3M) and Discovery Education (@DiscoveryEd) today announced the 2024 3M Young Scientist Challenge (#YoungScientist) 26 state merit winners and four honorable mention recipients. As the nation’s premier middle school science competition, the 3M Young Scientist Challenge features outstanding innovations Keep Reading 3M and Discovery Education Recognize 26 State Merit Winners and Four Honorable Mentions in 2024 3M Young Scientist Challenge The post 3M and Discovery Education Recognize 26 State

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ISTELive news: LEGO Education previews student engagement data

eSchool News

LEGO Education ’s Dr. Jenny Nash, Head of Education Impact, previewed compelling and surprising data on the U.S. student disengagement crisis. The #1 barrier to engagement with learning according to admins is the “curricula not broadly applying to all student abilities.” Only 1 in 3 (37%) US parents say their child tells them about their day on a daily basis without prompting from the parent.

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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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New Cart Fan from Vernier Science Education Helps Students Easily Conduct Hands-On Kinematics and Dynamics Experiments

American Consortium for Equity in Education

Vernier Science Education is launching the Cart Fan, an accessory for Vernier carts that provides high school and college-level students and educators with an easy way to conduct hands-on experiments involving constant acceleration. This modular fan, which can connect to Keep Reading New Cart Fan from Vernier Science Education Helps Students Easily Conduct Hands-On Kinematics and Dynamics Experiments The post New Cart Fan from Vernier Science Education Helps Students Easily Conduct Hands-On Kine

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AI generated exam answers go undetected in real-world blind test

ScienceDaily (EdTech section)

Experienced exam markers may struggle to spot answers generated by Artificial Intelligence (AI), researchers have found.

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Words That Start with E in English, Examples and Worksheets

Twinkl International Publishing

Explore the world of words that start with "E" in English with this comprehensive guide. Delve into engaging examples and practical worksheets designed to expand your vocabulary and enhance your writing skills. Discover the versatile uses of the fifth letter of the English alphabet, "E," and learn how it plays a crucial role in various contexts. This guide provides a fun and educational journey into the fascinating world of words beginning with "E.

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ISTELive news: Canva launches Teacher Certification course

eSchool News

In response to global demand from educators, Canva launched its free Teacher Certification course to enhance the skills of its 30 million teachers for the visual economy amid the growing importance of digital literacy in classrooms worldwide. This 60-minute course equips teachers with the skills to harness the full potential of Canva’s education tools, transforming their lesson planning, design, and delivery through visual communication.

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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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10 Homeschooling Resources To Take You To The Next Level

Twinkl International Publishing

Take your homeschooling up a notch with some of Twinkl’s amazing resources! These teacher-made resources are the ideal additions to any homeschool curriculum and are there to help children succeed.

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ISTELive news: Build writing confidence in K-5 students

eSchool News

Discovery Education is offering elementary educators nationwide the unique opportunity to participate in the development of its latest product, Mystery Writing by Discovery Education , through a free, year-long trial. Individual educators interested in claiming their free trial can visit the Mystery Writing website here. Mystery Writing engages students in grades K-5 with “wow!

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Surviving Parenthood: The Two Mums Club

Twinkl International Publishing

We are a very average family – a married couple and their child living with two cats in a terraced three-bedroom house. But, look closer and there is something that makes us a little out-of-the-ordinary, even in this day and age. We’re part of the prestigious Two Mums Club.

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From Fractions to Functions: Navigating Key Topics in GCSE Maths

Ask a Tech Teacher

Sophia Birk, a digital nomad currently living in Poland, is an international member of the AATT team of educators and a math aficionado. Here are her thoughts on navigating key topics in GCSE Maths: From Fractions to Functions: Navigating Key Topics in GCSE Maths The General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) exams are a major ordeal for students and teachers.

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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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Essential Typhoon Safety Tips: Prepare and Protect Your Family

Twinkl International Publishing

Due to its geographical location, the Philippines is often hit by typhoons or tropical storms. Typhoons are powerful and can be devastating natural events. They cause damage and pose serious risks to life and property. Find how to prepare and protect your family during typhoon season!

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LG Unveils Google-Compatible Classroom Solutions at ISTELIVE 24

eSchool News

DENVER –– LG Business Solutions USA is helping educators and administrators rapidly integrate high-engagement learning tools into Google-based classrooms. New LG CreateBoard Google-compatible innovations featured at the ISTELive 24 ed-tech conference (booth #1356) are designed to deliver powerful interactive opportunities and integration with Google’s app suite.

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5 Top Tips for Early Years Apprentices Who Are Preparing for an Ofsted Inspection

Twinkl International Publishing

If you are an early years apprentice working in a childcare setting, the chances are that you will have heard about Ofsted. In this blog, Twinkl Private Early Years gives you 5 top tips for early years apprentices who are preparing for an Ofsted inspection.

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Interoperability is finally getting the spotlight it deserves

eSchool News

This post on interoperability originally appeared on CoSN’s blog and is reposted here with permission. Key points: As privacy and security become increasingly important, so has the need for interoperability 3 strategies to streamline K-12 data management 3 ways a modern data solution can improve student outcomes For more news on interoperability, visit eSN’s IT Leadership hub Interoperability is the seamless, secure, and controlled exchange of data between applications.

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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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June Video Roundup: Essential Tips for Trainee Teachers and ECTS

Twinkl International Publishing

Throughout the month of June, we've been sharing a fantastic series of videos on our YouTube channel that showcase the power of AI in the classroom. This blog will go through the four videos that we have uploaded on our channel this month - using Twinkl's AI tool, Ari, to create success criteria, write a letter, develop ideas for a great lesson starter and finally creating a model text.

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Koleksi Lembaran Kerja Hari Kebangsaan dan Aktiviti Menarik Untuk Kanak-kanak

Twinkl International Publishing

Koleksi lembaran kerja dan aktiviti kraf yang asli, menyeronokkan dan berkualiti tinggi ini boleh membantu anda merancang sesi pengajaran dan pembelajaran yang menarik sekitar sambutan Hari Kebangsaan Malaysia. Bersedia untuk 31 Ogos ini dan sokong kanak-kanak dalam menerokai detik penting dalam sejarah negara serta tradisi, warisan dan budaya Malaysia yang begitu indah dan harmoni.

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Dicas imperdíveis para criar uma horta infantil

Twinkl International Publishing

O verão é o momento perfeito para criar uma horta infantil e plantar alguns vegetais com as crianças. Confira as nossas dicas e comece a criar uma horta para os pequenos hoje mesmo!

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Mujeres deportistas de España y la necesidad de fomentar la igualdad de género en el deporte

Twinkl International Publishing

Hablamos sobre la importancia de la práctica deportiva para las niñas y la necesidad de una educación física igualitaria e inclusiva. Aprenderás sobre los beneficios físicos, mentales y sociales del deporte para las niñas, así como algunas acciones para fomentar la igualdad en la práctica deportiva. También te traemos una selección de nuestros recursos sobre las grandes mujeres deportistas de España, mujeres que han perseguido sus sueños y son un modelo a seguir para las niñas y adolescentes que

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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.

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English for Those Who Travel

Twinkl International Publishing

English has become the vital global language for travelers. With around 700 million learners, it bridges cultures and enhances problem-solving skills. Our article explore how to foster genuine interest in other cultures—and offers practical resources along the way!

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Q&A With Experts From The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo

Twinkl International Publishing

Learn about wildlife conservation with our interesting Q&A with experts from The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo! This blog is a great resource for animal-lovers!

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‘Manifesto plans fall short of addressing key educational challenges’ – EPI report analysis

Twinkl International Publishing

Education Policy Institute launches second report in research project to evaluate the alignment of education-related pledges in party manifestos.

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Meet the KS2 Twinkl Originals Team

Twinkl International Publishing

Welcome to the behind-the-scenes look at the creative minds behind the KS2 Originals team! Read on to find out more about who creates our books.

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The Battle of the Authoring Tools: A 10-Point Comparison for Picking the Right One

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.