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6 Tech Activities for Your Summer School Program

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They take evidence-based questions and look for information that will convince them which side is right. How can students behave correctly as they seek information? As they work, students “…construct viable arguments and critique reasoning of others…” More specifically (Common Core Appendix C): introduce claim.

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How to Prepare for the SAT Essay

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read a lot — and let that inform your writing. Here are three different approaches to preparing for the essay portion: Khan Academy — work on the students’ unique writing problems experienced in their PSAT or earlier SATs. Khan Academy SAT Reading and Writing Practice. take practice tests.

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Sal Khan: Test Prep Is ‘the Last Thing We Want to Be’

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Ten years ago, Sal Khan set out to change that with his Khan Academy videos, which let kids replay lessons as many times as they want. Here in education, Khan doesn’t need much introduction. And then it goes into the kind of mastery learning framework of Khan Academy. So why this strategic shift to testing?

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Integrating Technology Using the SAMR Model to Meet Common Core in the Classroom

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There are many practical ways educators can move their students t hrough the SAMR model (Substitution Augmentation Modification Redefinition) through technology integration, to extend learning, to meet the common core standards and develop lifelong learners. Common Core has many places for tech tools to be used to meet objectives!

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6 Tech Activities for Your Summer School Program

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Khan Academy. They take evidence-based questions and look for information that will convince them which side is right. How can students behave correctly as they seek information? Use note-taking tools to collect and share information. how to search for information on areas of interest. Khan Academy.

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Guest post: Caston Binger Explains How the Digital Revolution Has Transformed Education

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It has made it easier for students to access information and collaborate. Easier For Students To Access information. The internet has made it easier for students to access information. Students can find information on any topic they study with a simple Google search. Changed The Way Teachers Teach. Final Thoughts.

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Guest post: 15 EdTech Resources to Use in Classroom

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The website gives you videos, images, and articles related to the questions and aligned with Common Core standards. Khan Academy. They will get access to history lessons, but they will also get informed on current events. Wonderopolis asks unexpected questions that will trigger the imagination of your students.

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