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Teaching Emotional Regulation and Resilience Is Key to Physical Safety

EdTech Magazine

Mental health providers in schools — including counselors, social workers and psychologists — are seeing an increase in anxiety, depression and suicidal ideation in K–12 students. In May 2022, 70 percent of schools experienced a rise in the number of students seeking mental health services, The Washington Post reported, citing a National Center for Education Statistics survey.

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How to Teach Digital Citizenship in Kindergarten and 1st Grade

Ask a Tech Teacher

Understanding how to use the internet has become a cornerstone issue for students. No longer do they complete their research on projects solely in the library. Now, there is a varied landscape of resources available on the internet. But with wealth of options comes responsibility to use resources properly. As soon as children begin to visit the online world, they need the knowledge to do that safely, securely, responsibly.

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Cultivating Student Ownership: 3 Small Ways to Start

Education Elements

When students take ownership of their learning, it can transform the school experience for both students and teachers. Cultivating academic agency among students is not a quick process, but by implementing a few small practices consistently over time, educators can foster a culture of student-led learning. Here are some simple yet effective ways to build your students' investment in their own education, one step at a time.

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Best Summer Learning Apps & Sites

techlearning

The best summer learning apps and sites for students can help keep kids learning all year round.

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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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32 Habits That Make Thinkers

TeachThought - Learn better.

These 32 habits that make thinkers can lead to that critical shift that moves students from mere students to learners who think critically. The post 32 Habits That Make Thinkers appeared first on TeachThought.

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COLUMN: How can we improve math education in America? Help us count the ways

The Hechinger Report

Dixie Ross has taught every level of math offered in Texas public high schools and trained hundreds of AP calculus teachers in summer institutes. Over 40 years, she’s developed strong views on what’s wrong with American math education, but one problem has rankled her since she first walked into a classroom: unequal access to higher-level courses. Too many students are held back from advanced math that could provide direct pathways into college level math and STEM jobs, said Ross, a former presid

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TEACHER VOICE: In real life, ‘Abbott Elementary’ wouldn’t have many seasons

The Hechinger Report

Five years. I bet “Abbott Elementary” character Janine Teagues will not stay in the teaching profession that long. I am an educator in West Philadelphia, blocks away from the fictional school in the TV show “Abbott Elementary.” The mockumentary sitcom follows second grade teacher Janine Teagues, portrayed by the actress and show creator Quinta Brunson, as she navigates the intricacies of the large urban school district.

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How to use UDL-inspired technology to reengage students

eSchool News

Key points: To improve student engagement, strive to create a positive learning environment Offer multiple means of engagement using technology inspired by UDL such as voice/screen capture or different ways to present a project While schools have largely returned to normal classroom instruction, some ripple effects of the pandemic remain. Educators are searching for a spark to re-engage students in the learning process.

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PROOF POINTS: Charter schools have improved in the past 15 years, but many still fail students, researchers say

The Hechinger Report

After years of disappointing, confusing and uneven results, charter schools are generally getting better at educating students. These schools, which are publicly financed but privately run, still have shortcomings and a large subset of them fail students, particularly those with disabilities. But the latest national study from a Stanford University research group calculates that students, on average, learned more at charter schools between the years of 2014 and 2019 than similar students did at

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4 Key Reasons Why Educators Accept or Reject Technology

Marketplace K-12

The best ed-tech products promote student creativity, not just consumption, an educator explained at the EdWeek Market Brief summit. The post 4 Key Reasons Why Educators Accept or Reject Technology appeared first on Market Brief.

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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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How my 5th graders are taking a stand against bullying

eSchool News

Unseen and often silent, the shadows of bullying loom within the walls of schools, casting a dark cloud over the lives of countless students. The PACER Center’s National Bullying Prevention Center engages and empowers kids to combat bullying in all its forms. Through the Students with Solutions contest , my 5 th grade students worked together to raise awareness about bullying and encourage children to actively participate in addressing this issue.

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Building Equity & Access Into Districtwide Communications

American Consortium for Equity in Education

By Brooke Trahan, originally published in Equity & Access School districts deal with numerous unexpected challenges and roadblocks on a daily basis and ours is no exception to that rule. In fact, we recently found ourselves grappling with an electrical Keep Reading Building Equity & Access Into Districtwide Communications The post Building Equity & Access Into Districtwide Communications appeared first on Equity in Education.

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 Minnesota’s Gibbon-Fairfax-Winthrop Public Schools’ New Partnership Powers the Creation of Dynamic Digital Learning Environments Supporting Science Education 

eSchool News

Charlotte, NC – Minnesota’s Gibbon-Fairfax-Winthrop Public Schools (GFW) today announced a new partnership with Discovery Education supporting the creation of engaging science lessons in K-12 classrooms districtwide. In this new multi-year collaboration, educators in every GFW school will integrate Discovery Education’s suite of innovative digital resources into instruction to create dynamic learning experiences that will awaken students’ natural curiosity about science and the natural world.

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Episode 285: How Inclusive is Your School…and how do you know?

The Thinking Stick

On the podcast today is Angeline Aow, one author of the book Becoming A Totally Inclusive School. This conversation helps us think about what we mean when we use the term ‘inclusive.’ Would you like a discount on that book? Check out this special flyer. Learn more about the special guest by exploring her website and services.

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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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How do AI detectors work?

PlagiarismCheck

What are AI Detectors? AI Detectors are tools used to determine whether the content is partly or entirely AI-generated or human-made. AI Detectors can analyze text, images, or video content. They are also called: AI Checkers or AI Content detectors. AI-generated Text Detectors or AI Writing Detectors distinguish text written by AI chatbots, such as ChatGPT or Bard, and human-written content.

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Coaching vs Mentoring vs Training: Which One Is Fit for You?

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Coaching, mentoring, and training are similar in many ways. All three can further the development and skills of others. … Coaching vs Mentoring vs Training: Which One Is Fit for You?

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Now It’s Time to Rest, Rejuvenate & Renovate

MiddleWeb

As the weeks of summer spread out before us, teacher educator Curtis Chandler anticipates teachers will enjoy their well-earned break, balance relaxation with productivity, engage in self-selected, unmandated professional development, and reflect on fall’s possibilities. The post Now It’s Time to Rest, Rejuvenate & Renovate first appeared on MiddleWeb.