Catlin Tucker

APRIL 15, 2024

A teacher recently asked me whether students always need to attend every station in a rotation. So, teachers who love the station rotation model may want to experiment with a fun variation of the traditional design of a rotation. For example, a teacher might design a station rotation with six stations.

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Assessment Data Blended Learning Strategy 214

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 24, 2024

How Low-Carb Diets Fuel High-Achieving Students Have you ever considered that your diet could be the secret weapon in your quest for academic success? It’s not just about fueling late-night study sessions or grabbing a quick bite between classes. What if the foods you choose could directly enhance focus and memory retention?

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Study Digital Citizenship Trends Training 261

EdTech4Beginners

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Enhances the efficiency of teachers. EdTech is transformative for both students and teachers. To illustrate, ViewSonic shows how teachers can create a more active and effective learning environment by utilizing AI EdTech solutions. Speeds up the acquisition of job-oriented skills.

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EdTech Industry Company Tablets 189

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

The acquisition of DreamBox Learning comes at a time when school districts are seeking comprehensive, yet consolidated platforms to address a wide range of core and supplemental learning needs, backed by research that underscores meaningful gains in achievement.

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Data Adaptive Learning Company Assessment 91

Catlin Tucker

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

In my work helping teachers to shift from whole group, teacher-led lessons to differentiated small group student-centered learning experiences, I am asked questions that seem grounded in the belief that students cannot learn without the teacher. They are unpacking complex texts and topics.

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Comparison Strategy Groups Examples 195

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

OCTOBER 19, 2023

The effect size for PA acquisition was notably large (d = 0.86), while moderate yet significant impacts were observed on reading (d = 0.53) and spelling (d = 0.59). The effect size for PA acquisition was notably large (d = 0.86), while moderate yet significant impacts were observed on reading (d = 0.53) and spelling (d = 0.59).

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Analysis Study Training Groups 132

Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

Why Would a Teacher Use the Flipped Classroom Model? auditory processing, attention deficit, lack of background knowledge or vocabulary, absences), teachers record video instruction and assign those videos for homework. I caution teachers not to do this. They can pause, rewind, or rewatch a video.

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Flipped Classroom Classroom Blended Learning Video 453

eSchool News

AUGUST 22, 2023

. — SchoolStatus , a leader in K-12 data and communications, announced today the acquisition of ClassTag , a unified family communication and engagement platform for educators, schools, and districts. Seeing all relevant student information in one place helps families stay informed and get involved. Are they showing up to school?

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Data Outcomes Smartphone Mobility 87

Marketplace K-12

MARCH 2, 2023

The acquisition is IXL Learning's eighth in the past six years, and its portfolio now includes Rosetta Stone, Curiosity Media, and Vocabulary.com. The post IXL Learning Acquires Teachers Pay Teachers appeared first on Market Brief.

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IXL Learning Learning 108

Catlin Tucker

MAY 11, 2021

Recently, a teacher posted a comment to my blog lamenting that direct instruction consumed much of the class period. Like many, this teacher felt intense pressure to teach the standards and wasn’t sure how to embrace Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and blended learning. This is not unusual.

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UDL Blended Learning Learning Assessment 545

eSchool News

APRIL 10, 2023

(PRWEB) — Renaissance , a leader in pre-K–12 education technology, completed the acquisition of GL Education , a provider of formative assessments for schools and school groups in the United Kingdom, Ireland, and over 100 countries worldwide. The acquisition completed as planned on March 31, 2023.

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Education Assessment Groups Data 95

Neo LMS

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Taking the time to consider what you know at a moment in time lets you put things into perspective and see the gaps in knowledge, the places for improvement, and what steps you could take to perfect your acquisition level. With a paid upgrade, teachers can also benefit from the report generated for individual students and groups.

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Tools Microsoft Assessment Google 444

MiddleWeb

JANUARY 25, 2023

As language specialist Tan Huynh learns Khmer, his 6th language, he looks into language acquisition as a skill, not a superpower. He suggests teachers support students’ multilingualism by maximizing translanguaging, learning in context, and integrating all language domains.

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Classroom Learning 117

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Lincolnshire, IL & Boise, ID – 95 Percent Group LLC, the trusted source for comprehensive, proven literacy solutions, today announced the acquisition of Morpheme Magic, a company founded by Deborah R. Teachers have reported that Morpheme Magic resources give them the confidence they need to teach morphological awareness.

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Groups Company Resources Policies 56

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

It’s a big deal for a startup that was founded in 2011 on the bet that as internet connectivity and mobile devices became more affordable and accessible in classrooms, teachers and students would need a way to create and share digital content and resources. million teachers across the world, and in 75 percent of all U.S.

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IXL Learning Learning Company Assessment 168

Neo LMS

JULY 30, 2020

Learning how to take feedback from peers and teachers without the fear of losing face is also very important to master. It’s an ambitious endeavor, with the long-term objective of achieving better learning outcomes and identifying more efficient teaching methods. Read more: Adopting the asynchronous mindset for better online learning.

Classroom 508

Classroom LMS Flipped Classroom Assessment 508

eSchool News

MARCH 11, 2022

March 11, 2022 – Linewize , a division of Family Zone (ASX: FZO), a rapidly growing education technology company, announced today the acquisition of Cipafilter , a web filter and firewall dedicated to educators nationwide. This acquisition is a testament to our continued growth. This marks Linewize’s latest acquisition.

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Company EdTech Report Industry 103

eSchool News

APRIL 16, 2024

Demco , a leading learning environments company, announces the acquisition of all assets related to StickTogether LLC , a collection of uniqueand collaborative team-building activities and products. MADISON, WIS. Throughout our search, we had one of our long-time partners in mind — Demco.

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Libraries Company Resources Tools 52

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

Lessons are designed with an inquiry-based approach, where students and teachers explore science “mysteries” collaboratively through videos, reading and hands-on activities. Schacht credits the growing availability of broadband internet in schools for helping “get his product into the hands of teachers directly.”

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Education Company Elementary Broadband 207

eSchool News

AUGUST 31, 2023

Through this latest acquisition, Discovery Education is better positioned to broaden its impact on student success by providing our existing network of partner school systems access to DreamBox Learning’s collection of supplemental math, reading, and professional learning solutions.” Financial terms were not disclosed.

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Education Adaptive Learning Learning Company 88

Edsurge

JULY 7, 2023

As an English language teacher in an international primary school and a language learner myself, I often think about how many K-12 students in the United States are given the opportunity to study another language in school. The answer? Not enough. however, with insufficient and lagging data from schools, this research has its limitations.

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Education Study Course Elementary 159

EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 23, 2019

Sphero Announces Acquisition of LittleBits to Expand K–12 Robotics Tools. Sphero , one of the leading companies in K–12 classroom robotics, announced its acquisition of littleBits , inventor of the electronic building blocks for science, technology, engineering, art and math learning, on Friday, Aug. eli.zimmerman_9856.

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Robotics Tools EdTech Company 183

eSchool News

JULY 14, 2023

based K–12 world languages publisher, announces the acquisition of Lit ® , a leading creator of comprehensible input animated video stories. With Wayside empowering teachers and learners and fostering a love of languages and cultures, the future of world language education is bright.”

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Libraries Video Meeting Tools 79

EdTech Magazine

JUNE 11, 2019

As K–12 teachers seek to create classrooms where all students have an equal opportunity to learn, they must be mindful of physical and digital elements that could potentially be a barrier for students with special learning needs. . MORE FROM EDTECH: Check out how teachers can use physical classroom arrangements to direct classroom engagement.

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Accessibility Microsoft Learning Blended Learning 397

eSchool News

MARCH 3, 2022

The acquisition of TeachBoost further accelerates SchoolStatus’ strong momentum and supports its strategy to build a K12 communications and operations ecosystem that leverages the power of its data and engagement platform to drive better user experiences and student outcomes. RIDGELAND, Miss.

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Education Outcomes Data Software 96

eSchool News

AUGUST 17, 2022

together with its affiliates, “Clearlake”)—announced the acquisition of DoodleLearning. The acquisition of DoodleLearning supports Discovery Education’s mission to prepare learners for tomorrow by creating innovative classrooms connected to today’s world. Terms were not disclosed.? . and around the world. and around the world.

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Education EdTech Social Media Company 84

Edsurge

JULY 30, 2021

Cofounder Divya Gokulnath says that Byju’s had earmarked $1 billion for acquisitions in the U.S. Braced for the next wave of edtech? It will be big. As in global, corporate big. Combine that with some of the dislocations triggered by COVID and students could be in for some radical changes in the tools that help them learn. It’s not done yet.

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EdTech Khan Academy Company Libraries 212

Edsurge

MAY 25, 2020

In my 2014 book “ MOOCS Essentials ,” I reflected on each aspect of the residential learning process and how developers of massive open online courses were trying to replicate those experiences virtually, or come up with ways to keep students engaged without direct teacher-student interaction. What’s the Use of Lectures?

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MOOC Khan Academy Learning Blackboard 187

Neo LMS

JULY 18, 2019

Personalized learning gives students responsibility for their learning process, urging them to take ownership of and control over their education, offering flexibility and self-paced acquisition of academic content in the process. This is how personalized learning became the key to every new approach to learning and teaching.

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Personalized Learning LMS Learning Survey 291

EdNews Daily

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

The first one (BICS) focuses on social language acquisition skills, and the other one (CALP) refers to academic language acquisition. Let’s take a closer look at each of these concepts to better understand them, since recognizing the difference is crucial for teachers who work with non-native students. Click to tweet.

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Strategy Learning How To Technology 240

ViewSonic Education

NOVEMBER 20, 2021

Thirty years ago, a teacher might have occasionally wheeled out a television and VHS recorder during class once or twice a term. These days, video resources are readily available online, and teachers can make use of them in a much more integrated way. Students need to be active learners, so watching should never simply be passive.

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Video Classroom Khan Academy Gamification 456

Edsurge

JULY 11, 2019

That number refers to customer retention rate, and Bencivenga said he’s called off potential acquisitions when a company’s performance in this department isn’t up to snuff. Retention, he says, is “the one thing that could always go haywire in an acquisition.” million when we made our first acquisition. We were doing $3.5

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Technology Education Company Pearson 112

Neo LMS

JULY 15, 2021

After more than one year of lockdowns and social distancing measures, it’s clear that some of the changes brought by the pandemic are here to stay. As we’re collectively figuring out the new normal, I can’t help but think that not all change is bad. In fact, change is long overdue. Read more: 3 Ways in which edtech enables hybrid learning.

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Trends Digital Learning Competency Based Learning Learning 434

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 7, 2022

With the assistance of the right bilingual program and teachers, your child will have a better chance of acquiring, retaining, and deftly using multiple languages. With the assistance of the right bilingual program and teachers, your child will have a better chance of acquiring, retaining, and deftly using multiple languages.

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Education Company Study Groups 328

Edsurge

OCTOBER 27, 2020

Course Hero has made its first acquisition since joining the billion-dollar unicorn stable earlier this year. This announcement is indicative of us growing not only through internal product innovation, but also through acquisition,” said Andrew Grauer, Course Hero CEO and co-founder. “We The Redwood City, Calif.-based

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Course Company Elementary Technology 125

Edsurge

JULY 6, 2020

For years, organizers of “ Edcamps ,” a popular brand of informal professional development gatherings for teachers, received a resource kit sent by their host organization, the Edcamp Foundation. The idea germinated earlier among several teachers in the Philadelphia region. “We There is no preset schedule or agenda.

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Edcamps Training Blended Learning Conference 146

Edsurge

OCTOBER 10, 2017

What’s the difference between selling an education product to California versus Indiana—or any other state, for that matter? A new report from the State Educational Technology Directors Association (SETDA) aims to clear up the murky waters surrounding the adoption of digital learning materials, a process that varies wildly between states.

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EdTech Case Study Instructional Materials Policies 252