Waterford

MARCH 10, 2022

Download sessions here to explore how the brain learns to read and get tips for effective, researched-based classroom instruction. As students learn to read in the classroom, their verbal language skills tend to improve, too.[5] Modeling good communication skills is a great way to help your students learn them for themselves.

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Edsurge

JUNE 19, 2017

When you enter Parker-Varney Elementary School, you are immediately struck by the relaxed atmosphere. As principal, I encouraged the staff to take risks and to rekindle their passion for teaching and learning. At Parker-Varney, we have a saying: “Learning can be messy, and we must work through the mess.”

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eSchool News

JULY 15, 2022

In 2014, I got my first teaching job at a brand new high school in Detroit. The building had once been an elementary school with a fully functioning library. I remember fondly the book recommendations that my elementary and middle school librarians would give me. This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. newsletters.

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The Hechinger Report

JULY 10, 2018

Science could be considered the perfect elementary school subject. Most elementary school teachers have little scientific background and many say they feel unprepared to teach the subject well, according to a national survey of science and mathematics education conducted by a North Carolina research firm in 2012. It does now.

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The Hechinger Report

NOVEMBER 5, 2023

The thing that surprised me most about my teacher preparation program was that we never talked about how kids learn. I assumed that I would eventually learn how the brain worked because I thought that studying education meant studying how learning happens. I was wrong. What about math? It is time to know and do better.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 3, 2021

Today, Dr. Desiree Alexander tackles three of those issues: distance learning, hybrid learning, and digital equity. She shares the WHO system for evaluating technology, tips for hybrid learning, and timeless principles for considering digital equity and relating to your students and colleagues in professional and respectful ways.

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mauilibrarian2 in Olinda

JANUARY 25, 2014

So when I read Jennie Magiera''s article Gold-Medal Learning: Teaching with the Winter Olympics , I had to know what other resources are available to teachers. Larry Ferlazzo''s The Best Sites For Learning About The Sochi 2014 Winter Olympic Games. First, what are some good ways to follow the Sochi Olympics?

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

Renaissance Learning , a provider of K-12 software and assessments, including the widely used STAR tests, has agreed to acquire Nearpod for $650 million. Dating back to 1986, Renaissance Learning has established its name in the education market largely through its STAR assessments and Accelerated Reader and Accelerated Math programs.

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The Hechinger Report

DECEMBER 19, 2021

On a morning this fall at Washington Elementary, a young boy, sitting at a table with five of his peers, held a tablet while he built a digital snowman — a cool proposition given the 85-degree heat just outside his air-conditioned classroom. With about a day planning, [teachers] shift right into distance learning,” Rooney said.

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Robert Talbert, Ph.D.

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

The article is about a recent paper on flipped learning , which was simultaneously quite vocal in its criticism of flipped learning, and equally vocal about the virtues of a particular model for flipped learning that the paper proposes following the criticisms.

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mauilibrarian2 in Olinda

FEBRUARY 4, 2014

Digital Learning Day raises awareness about the ways digital learning supports educators. Follow the official Digital Learning Day account @OfficialDLDay 2. engchat — Digital Learning Day (@OfficialDLDay) February 4, 2014 4. link] — IEL (@IELconnects) January 31, 2014 8. Join the Twitter party on Feb.

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Digital Promise

APRIL 1, 2019

But in the first multi-state effort to measure textbook efficacy since the implementation of the Common Core, researchers at the Center for Education Policy Research (CEPR) at Harvard University saw no difference in the average fourth- and fifth-grade math achievement gains of schools using different elementary math textbooks.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

NOVEMBER 20, 2014

Professor of Sociology The Elders mentor younger ones at "The School in the Cloud" - Sebastian Panakal, Vice Chairman The Global Classroom Project: Stories & Project Launch 2014-15 - Mr Michael Graffin to play or not to play?! Collins, Ph.D., Oren Dolev, K-8 Teacher, M.Ed.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

The latest proof point is Mystery Science , a provider of elementary-grade science curriculum, which has been acquired by Discovery Education. Terms of the deal were not publicly disclosed, but EdSurge has learned that the transaction was around $140 million. elementary schools, according to Mystery Science co-founder Keith Schact.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 27, 2018

She spent many of her weekends this past fall at an elementary school in San Francisco’s Tenderloin district, alongside 83 other peers, including fellow classroom teachers and other educators. Together, they learned yoga and meditation techniques, along with philosophy, anatomy and social-emotional learning strategies.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 12, 2018

It helps explain the step-by-step nature of coding,” says Todd Burleson, resource center director for this Winnetka Public Schools District 36 elementary school. My personal learning network is key to my success with integrating robots into our activities,” Innes says. “I to teach kindergarteners the basics of coding. “It

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The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 10, 2019

Lee Graham on Episode 569 From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Dr. Lee Graham is working with teachers to teach them principles of game-based learning to teach writing. Learn more. Her anecdotes of classroom behavior-changing results are – pardon the pun – game-changing.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

NOVEMBER 17, 2014

Promoting collaboration across borders: two approaches - Anne Fox, Trainer, learning coach Service Learning for Highs School Students - Max Bone, Student Using international student art exchanges to deliver 21st Century Learning Skills - Cheryl Iozzo/ Greenwich Connecticut Public Schools/ Ed.D,

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 22, 2021

Do you need safe, fun ways for students to connect and learn while keeping their distance in the classroom? Visit coolcatteacher.com/tournament to learn more and start voting! In 2014, Mitch co-founded Edchat Interactive with Tom Whitby and Steve Anderson. Augmented reality apps might be for you! This is going to be fun!

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eSchool News

JUNE 8, 2016

Study of grades 3-5 students showed improved math achievement with personalized learning approach. A research study from the Center for Education Policy Research (CEPR) at Harvard University demonstrates a link between an adaptive learning program and improvement in mathematics achievement for students in grades 3-5.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

In 2014, they were named a model for desegregation by the Center for Diversity and Equality in Education. In order to address these equity concerns, the district is increasingly turning to technology--in particular, blended learning--to allow all students to succeed. Embracing Blended Learning.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

NOVEMBER 18, 2014

Wednesday, November 19th ( US-Eastern Time ) 1:00am Globally Connecting Classes through Interactive Learning Objects - Ezra Samantha M. We always need more volunteers to help moderate sessions, join us here. Pedro Néstor Ibáñez Lic.

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EdTechnocation.com

NOVEMBER 20, 2014

Nominations for the 2014 Edublog Awards is open until November 24th! For this year''s 2014 Edublog Awards I made four nominations for what I consider some of the best blogs and resources for teachers. There are a lot of nomination categories for the 2014 Edublog Awards, also known as the Eddies! Learn more about the Eddies here.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 23, 2023

Prior knowledge is one of the key concept in educational research that fundamentally reshape our understanding of how learning occurs. This term refers to the pre-existing cognitive framework that each student brings into the learning environment, encompassing everything from factual information to deeply ingrained skills and misconceptions.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 10, 2020

The Houston district currently includes 11 high schools, 18 middle schools, 54 elementary schools, and five special campuses. The teachers and district administration realized we lacked a collaborative technology infrastructure that engaged students in their learning environments. billion bond to help update the district’s classrooms.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 24, 2018

Research from School Library Journal indicates that maker activities at elementary and middle schools increased by 4 percent from 2014 to 2017. Thomas School has built two dedicated spaces to bolster STEM education, and plans to build a two-floor, state-of-the-art learning space called the Center for Leadership Innovation by 2020.

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The Hechinger Report

OCTOBER 16, 2023

The tool was supposed to enable teachers to tailor their instruction to individual students’ learning needs, but even the kids who had strong math skills weren’t doing well. But after much trial and error, Utah designed a system to ensure that the money districts spend on ed tech actually benefits students.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 10, 2017

Paul is the author of Learn Like a Pirate. Listen to Micki Uppena talk about creating a student centered library where kids love to learn. Learn Like a Pirate Giveaway Contest. Paul Solarz has been teaching fifth grade at Westgate Elementary School in Arlington Heights, since 1999. His students do just about everything.

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Waterford

OCTOBER 22, 2020

This quote is a great reminder that if we can get students curious and motivated to learn, we can set them up for a lifelong love of learning. And as a teacher, you have the power to help them find that passion for learning while they are young. Extrinsic motivation, however, is learning because of external factors.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

OCTOBER 21, 2014

The Learning Revolution Weekly Update October 21st, 2014 In a gentle way, you can shake the world. Mahatma Gandhi The Learning Revolution Project holds online and physical learning events, and highlights professional development opportunities from a network of 200 partners in the learning professions.

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Waterford

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

The goal is to create an inclusive classroom where students from all backgrounds feel safe and welcomed, as well as learn empathy for people with circumstances different from their own. Bringing cultural diversity into your classroom instruction can revolutionize the learning experience for your students. Hosea Plays On by Kathleen M.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

During 2009, then-Superintendent Darwin Stiffler and Associate Superintendent Duane Sheppard of Yuma Elementary School District One in Arizona had just taken their positions and were trying to figure out how to meet students’ needs. To start somewhere, they decided to search for digital content to help with improving student learning.

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EdTechnocation.com

DECEMBER 10, 2014

If you visit the App Store on iTunes, you''ll see that a page has been dedicated to the Hour of Code, with all kinds of resources to assist schools with implementation and learning. Every day, their is a new game or learning activity. He uses Scratch with his students to help reinforce the language learning. Check the calendar

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Waterford

JANUARY 30, 2020

Read on to learn more about emotional intelligence and how it can increase your student’s academic and social-emotional abilities. On an individual level, strong emotional intelligence is linked to better learning and academic performance.[4] Emotional intelligence is different from cognitive ability, but it can be just as important.[13]

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 10, 2021

Today’s guest, Starr Sackstein, author of Assessing with Respect: Everyday Practices That Meet Students’ Social and Emotional Needs , shares an overview of what is needed so that every student feels respected even as they are given the necessary feedback to improve and level up their learning. Stream by clicking here.

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The Hechinger Report

DECEMBER 4, 2017

A large-scale study of more than 50 elementary school classrooms found that decorations, such as these in a 2014 kindergarten room, are a frequent source of distraction and off-task student behavior. In other words, the average elementary school student is distracted more than a quarter of the time.

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The Hechinger Report

MARCH 10, 2024

Enrollment in the program, ourBRIDGE for Kids, has bloomed over the last few years, from 35 students when it opened in 2014 to about 230 children in 2023, with more on waitlists. Nationwide, schools struggled to provide a remote curriculum in other languages, and translation services faltered under the weight of virtual learning.

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