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Tips for Schools Applying for FCC Cybersecurity Pilot Funding

EdTech Magazine

As schools prepare to apply for the Federal Communications Commission’s Schools and Libraries Cybersecurity Pilot Program, they need to ensure they understand the application process and the guidelines around the funding they would receive if selected. The FCC simplified its application process as part of the approved pilot, possibly in response to feedback from the community that the initial application was too time-intensive.

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Career Guidance in Cypriot Schools: How Students are Prepared for a Successful Future

Ask a Tech Teacher

Career Guidance in Cypriot Schools: How Students are Prepared for a Successful Future School education in Cyprus is recognized by the world community of educators as the most progressive and fundamental. A rich and interesting educational program has been created for students, the main goal of which is to make learning a positive process in the life of every child.

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The Future of Modular Panels in the Modern Classroom

EdTech Magazine

In an all-too-common scenario for K–12 teachers and tech teams, users are inundated with different apps, platforms, devices and panels to set up for the first week back to school — instantly overwhelming everyone. This is one issue Promethean is working to solve with its ActivPanel LX. “This is a very focused interactive flat panel where customers have the choice of the operating system and applications they want to use,” says Robert Cross, Promethean’s director of product management.

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Virtual Coaching Videos: Answering Your Questions

Catlin Tucker

I am excited to announce the launch of a new video series on YouTube called “Virtual Coaching.” I have the privilege of working with thousands of educators every year who are expanding their teaching toolboxes to include blended learning models , UDL , and student-led instructional strategies. I understand how challenging it can be to shift practice.

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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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Cellphone Ban, More Pay, ‘Disruptive Students’: New State Laws Address Teacher Priorities

Edsurge

There are plenty of changes teachers say could help them do their jobs better, such as adequate planning time and support for their well-being. Louisiana’s Department of Education decided to tackle some of these challenges by bringing together a group of teachers to recommend solutions — and they’re seeing change take shape. The Let Teachers Teach workgroup released its list of recommendations in May, and their ideas span improvements for dealing with issues including professional development, s

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How Canva makes my life as an educator easier

eSchool News

Key points: Digital tools are making classroom instruction more efficient A new teacher’s perspective: Today’s best edtech resources Next-gen learning: 5 digital tools to engage and inspire For more on digital learning tools, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub By now, you have likely heard of Canva (if you haven’t, please check out this resource , then come back).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About Colorado’s Accessibility Law HB21-1110 and How Lightspeed Systems Can Help

Lightspeed Systems

The post Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About Colorado’s Accessibility Law HB21-1110 and How Lightspeed Systems Can Help appeared first on Lightspeed Systems.

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OPINION: Urban school districts must make dramatic changes to survive

The Hechinger Report

Urban school districts are in crisis. Student and teacher absenteeism, special education referrals, mental health complications and violence within and outside schools are all on the rise as student enrollment and state funding are in free fall. Morale is low for teachers, principals and district leaders. Compounding these challenges, federal pandemic relief education funding (known as ESSER) ends in September 2024.

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School Leadership: How to Make Lemonade

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School leaders who find ways to turn obstacles into opportunities help everyone win

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iCEV Launches New Eduthings Interface for the 2024-25 School Year

American Consortium for Equity in Education

iCEV, a trailblazer in Career & Technical Education (CTE) solutions, is bringing its new Eduthings interface to district CTE leaders for the 2024-25 school year. The groundbreaking platform allows CTE educators and administrators to securely manage, analyze, and report on Keep Reading iCEV Launches New Eduthings Interface for the 2024-25 School Year The post iCEV Launches New Eduthings Interface for the 2024-25 School Year appeared first on American Consortium for Equity in Education.

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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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Revolutionizing Ocean Exploration: Endless Power for Subsea Robots

Mark Smithers

The advent of phase-change power modules , pioneered by Yi Chao, marks a significant leap forward in ocean exploration technology, offering subsea robots an unprecedented, continuous power source. These modules exploit temperature differentials to generate energy, effectively sidestepping the limitations of traditional battery systems.

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School-Home Communications Checklist From ParentSquare Gives Administrators a Free Tool To Prepare for Back to School

American Consortium for Equity in Education

Getting school-home communications ready for the new school year takes time, teamwork, and a plan for success. To help district and school administrators prepare for a successful year with engaged families, ParentSquare, the award-winning unified school-home engagement platform for K-12 Keep Reading School-Home Communications Checklist From ParentSquare Gives Administrators a Free Tool To Prepare for Back to School The post School-Home Communications Checklist From ParentSquare Gives Administrat

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100 Worksheet untuk Belajar Bahasa Inggris

Twinkl International Publishing

Di Twinkl, kami percaya bahwa belajar seharusnya menyenangkan, terutama ketika belajar bahasa baru. Belajar bahasa tanpa bersenang-senang dapat menjadi tugas yang menakutkan bagi siswa atau pelajar mana pun karena ada risiko nyata penurunan motivasi dan hilangnya kepercayaan diri. Itulah sebabnya Twinkl telah menciptakan bahan ajar ESL yang menarik dan kreatif untuk membuat belajar bahasa Inggris menjadi menyenangkan.

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Federal COVID relief dollars improved student test scores, two new studies find

eSchool News

This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters. Did federal pandemic relief dollars improve student achievement? It’s the $190 billion question hanging over American schools as the deadline looms for them to spend the last of the money intended to help them weather pandemic disruptions. Two new research papers released June 26 attempt to isolate the effects of federal relief spending on student test scores.

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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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Beach Trip Packing List: National Beach Day

Twinkl International Publishing

Are you a parent or educator looking to help your children prepare for National Beach Day ? Explore our fun and detailed Beach Trip Packing List! This blog provides a detailed list of summer essentials to take on your beach vacation! Continue reading for handy resources, activities, facts, and more educational materials to prep for your special day.

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How could Project 2025 change education?

The Hechinger Report

The proposals in the 2025 Presidential Transition Project — known as Project 2025 and designed for Donald Trump — would reshape the American education system, early education through college, from start to finish. The conservative Heritage Foundation is the primary force behind the sprawling blueprint, which is separate from the much less detailed Republican National Committee 2024 platform , though they share some common themes.

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10 Rhyming Books for KS1 from Twinkl Originals

Twinkl International Publishing

At Twinkl Originals, we know the value in a well-written, engaging and beautifully illustrated rhyming story, especially in a KS1 classroom. That’s why we have written, illustrated and designed a whole collection of them covering a wide range of topics alongside a whole host of printable ready-to-go resources! From a comedy adventure story with a reluctant rock protagonist to an under-the-sea tale that tackles plastic pollution, we’ve got a rhyming story to suit the KS1 curriculum objectives, ch

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7 increíbles materiales educativos sobre la leyenda de los hermanos Ayar

Twinkl International Publishing

La leyenda de los hermanos Ayar narra la épica travesía de Ayar Manco y sus tres hermanos desde la cueva de Pacaritambo hasta el valle del Cusco, donde fundaron la gran civilización inca. Guiados por el dios Sol, enfrentaron diversos desafíos, destacándose valores como la unidad y la cooperación. Esta historia no solo es un relato de aventuras, sino también una rica fuente de enseñanzas culturales y espirituales sobre los antiguos peruanos.

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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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Winner Announcement for The Singapore Racial Harmony Day Colouring Contest 2024

Twinkl International Publishing

We are gladly announcing the winner of the Racial Harmony Day Colouring Contest, as you know Twinkl Singapore held the colouring contest for students in Singapore to celebrate Racial Harmony Day 2024 to enhance the spirit of unity in diversity from a young age.

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Buwan ng Wika Activities: Malikhaing Pagpupugay sa Wikang Filipino

Twinkl International Publishing

Ang Buwan ng Wika ay dinidiwang tuwing Agosto upang magbigay pugay sa wikang Filipino. Alamin ang iba’t ibang aktibidad na maaaring gawin sa loob ng silid-aralan upang ipagdiwang ang kahalagahan ng pambansang wika.

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Exciting Activities to Make American Family Day 2024 Unforgettable

Twinkl International Publishing

Family Day 2024 is the perfect opportunity to make unforgettable memories with your loved ones. Twinkl USA offers a variety of fun and educational activities to ensure this day is special.

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Government urged to invest in school nurses as teaching assistants worry about healthcare responsibilities

Twinkl International Publishing

‘Access to school nurses will free up teaching assistants to do what they do best and use their skills in a more effective manner’ says Dr Michael C Watson, Trustee at IHPE.

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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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Where can children eat for free over the summer holidays?

Twinkl International Publishing

Digest signposts a selection of places offering free or discounted meals for children when eating with an adult.

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Fun Ways to Use Garden Equipment: Washing Line

Twinkl International Publishing

Find out about all the fun and educational ways that you can use your washing line in the garden!