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Maximizing Instructional Time With EdTech

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But how does one pick and maintain the right tools? Background noise varies at different times of day making it hard for students to focus, attention spans waver, and not all students learn the same ways. When choosing tools for the classroom, its important that technology minimizes disruptions and support instruction.

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Discovery Education and Social Impact Partners Offer All Educators New, No-Cost Professional Learning Resources

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Silver Spring, MD (Thursday, December 16, 2021) — As school systems nationwide begin to look towards Winter Break, Discovery Education and select social impact partners present curated professional learning resources at no cost to support educators’ continued professional learning. STEM Professional Learning Resources.

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Ahead of Schedule: STEM Careers Coalition Reaches Over 10.7 Million Students  

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Through the STEM Careers Coalition, all K-12 students in the United States and educators are supported with high-quality careers resources, equity of access to key resources, volunteer employee engagement activities, and research. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts STEM jobs will grow by 23% by 2030.

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The Fans, Fanboys, and Fanatics of OER

Doug Levin

I also tend to think that educators make rational responses in selecting instructional materials and tools (including using social media) – and certainly in the U.S. I’m aware of some nascent efforts along these lines, but would love to learn more if others are pursuing a related path in the U.S.

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The New National Education Technology Plan: What’s in it for Me?

Tom Murray

Communicating with all stakeholders by using appropriate media and technology tools and establishing effective feedback loops are critical aspects that were also called out. To support this work, school leaders are encouraged to visit the Future Ready Leadership Hub , a one-stop shop for professional learning resources and opportunities.

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Head into the Holiday Season with New Dynamic Digital Experiences from Discovery Education and Social Impact Partners

eSchool News

Designed for family fun, these activities offer engaging and informal learning opportunities that provide the tools and knowledge for kids to grow up knowing how to earn, save, spend, and donate. Discover more digital resources in the Discovery Education K-12 learning platform. Discovery Education serves approximately 4.5

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3 tips for connecting students to internet resources during summer

eSchool News

Unfortunately, teachers and students are often unable to be sure there will be dependable, robust access outside of school depending on family and community circumstances. Communicate with Families. In addition, she manages many of SETDA’s research and product development projects from conception to publication. Join the Community.