Digital Promise

DECEMBER 9, 2024

The post 6 Strategies for Schools to Maximize Learning by Minimizing Device Repairs appeared first on Digital Promise.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing society, workplace and education. To be prepared for the college and career opportunities of today and the future, students must learn to be AI Ready. AI readiness ensures that students can thrive in the future as informed users and developers of emerging technologies, including AI. Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) embraced AI technology by launching a K-12 AI Ready pilot in 2019, embedding AI Ready learning across content areas through the lens o

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 8, 2024

A few weeks back, my friend Monica Burns reached out and asked to share some insight on my favorite artificial intelligence (AI) tool for a blog post she was writing. Since she was gathering perspectives from numerous educators, I wanted to avoid the well-known tools such as ChatGPT and Gemini. Thus, my decision was easy as I was able to zero in on one that I use routinely, which not only helps me when coaching, but also can be invaluable to practicing school leaders.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Key points: AI skills are essential–and free courses can help teachers hone theirs Exploring generative AI through the lens of science fiction How AI can unleash student curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking For more news on AI in education, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub In a nod to educators’ desire to become more comfortable using AI in teaching and learning, Common Sense Media and OpenAI have launched “ChatGPT Foundations for K-12 Educators,” a free cou

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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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techlearning

DECEMBER 10, 2024

INNOVATIVE LEADER AWARD - Providing an emphasized outlook on professional development in regards to technology and, more specifically, artificial intelligence

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 9, 2024

A school-based makerspace is a hands-on, creative environment where students can explore STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) and other interdisciplinary subjects. These spaces empower students to develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaborative skills while working on real-world projects. Key features are: Tools and Equipment : Basic Tools : Screwdrivers, hammers, pliers, and measuring devices.

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EdTech4Beginners

DECEMBER 7, 2024

As educators around the world are realizing, there are many benefits to using AI to plan and deliver online lessons. This transformative technology has the potential to drastically streamline teachers workloads, while also making learning experiences more engaging, personalized and accessible for students. Business leaders in all different industries are already integrating the technology into their working practices.

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 13, 2024

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DECEMBER 13, 2024

Need a few websites to fill in free minutes? Here are holiday websites that will keep students busy while teaching them ( click for updates to list ): 12 Days of Christmas 55 Christmas Project Ideas for Elementary Schoolage Students Christmas Celebrations Across the World (video) Christmas puzzles and games Christmashistoryfun video Christmas Traditions Around the World (video) Gift Hunt –updated version of 12 Days of Christmas–just as much fun Holiday Crossword Holiday Elf Games Hol

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Digital Promise

DECEMBER 12, 2024

The post District to District Collaboration Drives Innovation for Computational Thinking Pathways appeared first on Digital Promise.

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The Hechinger Report

DECEMBER 9, 2024

High school students in a calculus class. A 2024 survey of college admissions officers shows that many give extra weight to applicants with calculus on their transcripts. Credit: Brett Coomer/Houston Chronicle via Getty Images) Calculus can be a miserable slog for many high schoolers. Its estimated that 20 percent of students (about 800,000 a year) take the subject, generally when they are seniors.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Key points: A strong PD model focused on growth is critical to student success Strategies to craft effective PD for schools and districts Equitable access to AI is a problemthe solution is professional learning For more news on PD, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership hub In this Q&A, eSchool News chats with Andi Morency, founder and executive director/principal of The Honors Academy of Literature in Reno, Nevada.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Lou Holtz, the University of Notre Dames erudite ex-coach, entrusted with turning UND football players into graduates, once exhorted, How you respond to the challenge in the second half will determine what you become after the game, whether you are a winner or a loser. High School is like the second half, and youre about to find out if youre a winner.

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Digital Promise

DECEMBER 11, 2024

After attending a convening hosted by the Center for Inclusion Innovation in 2023, an education researcher transformed her practice to center student voice and leadership.

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Hapara

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Listen to an audio version of this post: [link] Hipi hasnt been this excited since their first bite of a marshmallow! Weve been working hard behind the scenes and are ready to give you a sneak peek of our newest feature: Hpara Highlights Chat. Chat is our two-way messaging feature that allows teachers and learners to have conversations during instructional time.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Key points: The Hour of Code is a great way to flex computer science skills Computer science education sees more investment, but access gaps linger How we use robots and art to make meeting computer science standards fun For more news on computer science, visit eSN’s STEM & STEAM hub As each year passes, it becomes more clear that the skills students build through STEM activities like coding can contribute to their professional success–even if they don’t enter a STEM field.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Holiday gifts for teachers are a challenge. If your child has many teachers, it’s difficult to find a personalized gift for each that is both affordable and valued. For me, as a teacher, I am always happy with a gift certificate that works anywhere but there are time-proven gifts that don’t sound sounds like “money” Most popular gifts When I chat with teacher friends, here are the most popular gifts they’ve gotten over the years.

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Digital Promise

DECEMBER 9, 2024

The post Digital Promise Launches First-Ever Regional Cohort for Computational Thinking Pathways appeared first on Digital Promise.

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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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Edsurge

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Even years later, San Francisco Unified School District casts a shadow over attempts to quash long-standing disparities in math. In 2014, the district pushed algebra to ninth grade from eighth grade, in an attempt to eliminate the tracking, or grouping, of students into lower and upper math paths. The district hoped that scrapping honors math classes and eighth grade algebra courses would reduce disparities in math learning in the district.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Key points: Literacy and STEM offer engaging learning experiences 3 tips to authentically engage students in real-world STEM learning 5 approaches that boost middle school student STEM engagement For more news on STEM trends, visit eSNs STEM & STEM hub In the world of education, we can sometimes make the mistake of branding STEM and literacy as opposing disciplines.

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Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Meaningful collaboration is the engine that drives student engagement and fuels deeper learning. When students actively engage with each other, share ideas, and build knowledge together, they move beyond passive learning and into a realm of dynamic interaction and discovery. But creating the optimal groups for these collaborative moments can be a real challenge.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 7, 2024

Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast This edLeader Panel is presented by CoSN and AASA. Sponsored by ClassLink Uh oh and Oh noin 2022, that was the typical, collective reaction of administrators and educators to using generative AI in the classroom. From concerns about cheating to students falling behind on essential skills, the initial reaction was extreme apprehension.

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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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Edsurge

DECEMBER 10, 2024

The idea of being bad at math or not a math person is deeply entrenched in American education for students and teachers alike. But it doesnt have to be, says Phonisha Hawkins, director of instructional excellence for secondary math at KIPP Texas Public Schools, a branch of the national KIPP charter network. If we encourage teachers to be more confident in their own math abilities, Hawkins believes, the next generation of students will have stronger skills and greater confidence in math as well.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Key points: Teachers can find innovative ways to get much more out of classroom management software 5 ways your classroom environment boosts student engagement 6 ways to create engaging elementary learning spaces For more news on classroom management, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub It’s almost a truism among educators to say that classroom management is all about relationship management.

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techlearning

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Tinybop Schools offers interactive models to teach sciences in an experiential way.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast With the rising number of students who dont speak English fluently, teachers may struggle to adapt and get new students invested in the learning process. In the edLeader Panel “ Supporting Newcomers and Multilingual Learners in Your District ,” experts discussed language trends, the difference between language FOR learning and language OF learning, and the key steps for the success of programs aimed at new English language students.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 11, 2024

My favorite part of my job is not actually part of my job. As a public high school teacher in a state and district with a teachers union, my contract entitles me to a duty-free lunch. Over the years, however, I have willingly and somewhat proudly developed a lunch crew. Many teachers have a lunch crew that same group of students who choose to make their classroom a home base during the week.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Key points: Fostering interest in teaching at the high school level is important to creating a pipeline of future teachers Students want more career-connected learning Real-life work experiences: The unseen curriculum for high school success For more news on career readiness, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub As teacher shortages continue to challenge K-12 education, its essential for school and district administrators to create pathways for high school students to experience the teachin

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techlearning

DECEMBER 9, 2024

AI is increasingly be used by predators to connect with underage students online. Yasmin London, global online safety expert at Qoria and a former member of the New South Wales Police Force in Australia, shares steps educators can take to protect students.

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Iterating Toward Openness

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Prelude The extraordinary woman who mentored me through graduate school and co-chaired my PhD committee, Dr. Laurie Nelson, frequently talked to me about the idea of “current best thinking.” Characterizing something as your “current best thinking” gives you permission to share where you are in your work while simultaneously making it clear that your thinking will still evolve in the future.

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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.

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