The Hechinger Report

MAY 15, 2020

Now, early learning advocates are even more worried about the state’s youngest learners. Related: Mississippi’s high-quality pre-K program may ramp up to serve more kids. Early education experts argue that some of the most beneficial aspects of preschool, such as learning to share and socializing with peers, can’t be replicated online.

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Guidelines Laptops Learning Digital Divide 109

The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 23, 2016

With almost 9,000 downloads and counting, this show is the most popular episode on Every Classroom Matters in 2016 so far. His research focuses on on professional development and teacher change, program evaluation, assessment of student learning, grading and reporting, instructional effectiveness, and educational reform.

Program Evaluation 150

Program Evaluation Assessment Twitter Course 150

Doug Levin

APRIL 21, 2016

.” This letter marked the launch of the implementation of the first federal program dedicated to ensuring universal access to information and communications technology for improved teaching and learning in the nation’s schools. Rationale for Obama administration FY 2011 program consolidation (i.e.,

Policies 150

Policies Technology Program Evaluation Education 150

The Hechinger Report

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

In a study published in July, we found suggestive evidence supporting the need to address bias in the classroom. Researchers have long hypothesized that teachers’ unconscious attitudes and prejudices may limit learning and degrade the educational experiences of Black youth. Related: Teachers go to school on racial bias.

Program Evaluation 94

Program Evaluation Policies Education Data 94

The CoolCatTeacher

JULY 7, 2016

Assessment strategies that show what students have REALLY learned From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Assessments should cover what is taught and address important learning goals. Assessment strategies that show what students have REALLY learned.

Assessment 231

Assessment Program Evaluation Data Twitter 231

Digital Promise

MARCH 10, 2015

Do you think others could learn from the way you conduct ed-tech pilots to inform product decisions? Digital Promise is crowdsourcing best practices for piloting learning technology tools, and we want to hear from you! And, we’ll highlight the best examples from across the country on our website for others to learn from.

Robotics 120

Robotics Education Competency Based Learning Program Evaluation 120

Edsurge

JANUARY 8, 2017

As a researcher, I recognize the appeal of “gold standard” research that uses random assignment to find out just how much a given digital courseware product helps improve student learning. The Basic Issue: Personalizing vs. Plugging-In A basic issue in any program evaluation is to define the program.

Study 60

Study Technology Software Education 60

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

It’s that most conversations about a school’s expenses don’t sync up to what’s happening in the classroom—the instruction, materials, and tools that shape the educational experience for teachers and students. Is the investment producing the anticipated learning outcome or behavior change amongst students, staff, and administration?

Data 106

Data Program Evaluation Report Instructional Materials 106

Iterating Toward Openness

AUGUST 31, 2022

It should surprise no one that media comparison studies find no significant difference in student learning. Why would students who use a pencil learn more than students who use a pen? Why would students who read an openly licensed textbook learn more than students who read a traditionally copyrighted textbook?

OER 147

OER Outcomes Comparison Study 147

Edsurge

OCTOBER 22, 2019

Show Transparency The Transparency in Learning and Teaching (TILT) project encourages professors to help students understand how they learn and pull back the veil on the teaching and learning process The model advocates using a three-part approach to transparency. He invites his students to set appointments using the YouCanBook.me

Robotics 81

Robotics Program Evaluation Meeting Groups 81

The Hechinger Report

MAY 20, 2020

School closures in all 50 states have sent educators and parents alike scrambling to find online learning resources to keep kids busy and productive at home. This problem has only been exacerbated by the coronavirus, as widespread school closures have forced districts to turn to online learning. Video: Sarah Butrymowicz.

Company 145

Company Pearson E-rate Software 145

Tech Helpful

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

It has always been my goal for technology integration to look seamless in a classroom. There is a natural learning curve with integration and overcoming newness. Just like I've learned that innovation doesn't have to be technology, I've learned that technology doesn't have to look cookie cutter- nor should it. Classrooms?)

Technology 40

Technology Education Program Evaluation Guidelines 40

edWeb.net

MARCH 1, 2020

Ideally, an edtech program’s efficacy portfolio would include a randomized controlled test, samples of student work, videos of what happens inside the classroom, and qualitative input from educators and administrators, as well as access to schoolwide performance data that allows administrators to find the right match for their schools.

Data 52

Data EdTech Comparison Program Evaluation 52

edWeb.net

JUNE 30, 2018

His participation in a Learning Counsel event led to district recognition for VPS’s systemic leadership. He is currently working with Apple, Instructure, the Friday Institute, Learning Counsel and other organizations to build authentic partnerships to support his district’s work. About the Host.

Future Ready 40

Future Ready Secondary EdTech Survey 40

Graphite Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2018

As part of the launch of our new smart-device security testing, the Common Sense Privacy Program evaluated a popular smart device called Vector and conducted a hands-on basic security assessment for parents and teachers to learn more. Learn more about what's inside Vector and read our tips on privacy and security below.

Robotics 40

Robotics Policies Mobility Program Evaluation 40

Graphite Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2018

As part of the launch of our new smart-device security testing, the Common Sense Privacy Program evaluated a popular smart device called Vector and conducted a hands-on basic security assessment for parents and teachers to learn more. Learn more about what's inside Vector and read our tips on privacy and security below.

Robotics 40

Robotics Policies Mobility Program Evaluation 40

MIND Research Institute

NOVEMBER 16, 2016

The program’s potential to deliver results is not realized. Lacking proper training, widespread use over the long term and results, new programs are often abandoned after less than three years, making multi-year program evaluations impossible. All of the above conspire to inhibit continuous improvement.

Program Evaluation 40

Program Evaluation Study Analysis Training 40

The Hechinger Report

MAY 8, 2019

Seventh grade students offer feedback on projects by sixth graders at Stony Brook School, where about 40 students in each grade get interdisciplinary, project-based learning. It’s a cool way to learn something,” Roman said. Instead of learning and taking a test. Related: How to unlock students’ internal drive for learning.

Student Engagement 112

Student Engagement Learning Program Evaluation Case Study 112

MIND Research Institute

JUNE 20, 2023

The focus must shift from dominantly spotlighting the wide range in formal rigor and confidence in the studies themselves (that “one good study” paradigm which I discussed here ) to considering the range of credible facts that demonstrates a program’s effectiveness in real-world classroom settings. Learn more here.

Comparison 52

Comparison EdTech E-rate Outcomes 52

edWeb.net

MAY 27, 2021

Work on developing culturally proficient communities during the previous decade has now led to the creation of a professional learning program designed to increase equity and inclusion during the 2020s, in collaboration with the Michigan Association of Superintendents & Administrators. The Path Forward.

Professional Learning 62

Professional Learning Elementary Policies Assessment 62

The Hechinger Report

MARCH 18, 2019

And that may be leaving teachers and school administrators in the dark about the full story of classroom programs and interventions they are considering buying. Future of Learning. Mississippi Learning. For example, a personal tutor tends to produce larger student gains than a curriculum used by an entire classroom.

Education 112

Education Study Analysis Industry 112

edWeb.net

APRIL 11, 2020

In an edWebinar sponsored by Immersed Games, “ Supporting Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) Learning with Video Games ,” Lindsey Tropf, M.Ed., Three-dimensional learning – The standards are based in three learning dimensions central to science and engineering education: Practices, the behaviors of scientists and engineers.

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Video Analysis Program Evaluation Game-Based Learning 56

edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

The answer, of course, is to visit the school, talk to the staff and students, and observe the learning process. Finally, Slater reminded attendees that there are limitations to data in general, but particularly if removed from actual classroom observation. What’s the easier way? Looking at proficiency data. It’s] the power of and.

Analysis 40

Analysis Data EdTech Assessment 40

MIND Research Institute

MAY 9, 2019

Department of Education (DOE) Institute of Education Sciences (IES) as one of six math programs to be further investigated under what IES terms “replication studies.”. “We We look forward to using ST Math to help IES realize its vision of a healthier and better-informed market in education program evaluations.

Study 45

Study eBook EdTech Common Core 45

MIND Research Institute

MAY 9, 2019

Department of Education (DOE) Institute of Education Sciences (IES) as one of six math programs to be further investigated under what IES terms “replication studies.”. “We We look forward to using ST Math to help IES realize its vision of a healthier and better-informed market in education program evaluations.

Study 40

Study eBook EdTech Common Core 40

Edsurge

MAY 21, 2019

Everyone, whether an educator, an entrepreneur or a parent, should want edtech products that are effective—ones that genuinely help students learn. The conditions of a classroom are too different from those in a medical clinic. Learning environments, for instance, have a myriad of variables that are difficult to control.

EdTech 130

EdTech Company Outcomes Study 130