Catlin Tucker
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
Part IV: Thinking About Thinking This is part four of a five-part series focused on using thinking routines to drive metacognitive skill building. Click here to revisit my last blog in this series on using the “I used to think…Now, I think…” routine. To recap, metacognition is a cognitive ability that allows learners to consider their thought patterns, approaches to learning, and understanding of a topic or idea.
Ask a Tech Teacher
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
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EdTech Magazine
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
Epson continues to iterate and improve upon its already impressive BrightLink product line with the new BrightLink 760Wi, an outstanding 3LCD projector that raises the bar for interactive displays in modern K-12 classrooms. Designed with collaborative learning and ease of use in mind, this projector is an essential tool for educators, administrators and IT professionals seeking cutting-edge solutions for K–12 environments.
eSchool News
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
When it comes to building literacy skills, students are never too young to start—as long as it is implemented in a thoughtful way. That’s the perspective of John Costilla, Chief Marketing and Innovation Officer at Capstone , the nation’s leading educational publisher of K-5 digital solutions, children’s books, and literacy programs for school libraries, classrooms, and at-home reading.
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How can we actively engage learners 24/7, on their level and according to their interests, while respecting their learning styles? It’s not impossible. In this guide: Explore how to transform traditional, one-way videos into two-way interactive learning experiences Understand different types of artificial intelligence (AI), including - Generative vs.
Marketplace K-12
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
Discovery Education CEO Jeremy Cowdrey and DreamBox CEO Jessie Woolley-Wilson said the acquisition was driven in part by new trends in the K-12 market. The post Inside the Deal: Why Discovery Education Bought DreamBox Learning appeared first on Market Brief.
eSchool News
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
Key points : Education leaders face uncharted challenges ensuring that teachers who stay feel supported and connected Leaders are consistently ensuring that policies, technology, and teaching practices prioritize equity and cultural responsiveness See related article: 4 best practices to support and retain school leaders If there is one thing I have seen consistently over many years of working with education leaders around the world, it is that they don’t often get enough opportunities to connec
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eSchool News
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
Waltham, MA – KinderLab Robotics , a leader in educational STEAM robotics for grades pre-K–5, has launched Thinking with KIBO: Introducing Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Early Grades , a free curriculum designed to help students understand how AI tools work and think critically about how these tools can improve lives in their communities. Designed for students in grades 1–3, each of the lessons allow students to explore fundamental ideas about AI through activities with the hands-on and screen-
Hubbli
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
When it comes to the topic of school funding, there’s often a conventional picture that comes to mind: tuition fees, government subsidies, and perhaps some philanthropic donations. However, some private schools are flipping the script, experimenting with innovative financial models that redefine the way we think about school funding. A Shift from Traditional School Funding Methods Traditional private school funding models largely rely on a combination of tuition fees, donations, and endowm
eSchool News
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
Key points: Schools often overlook funding sources that can help with bus challenges Solving school transportation issues is another way to ensure all students have equitable access to educational opportunities See related article: 4 best practices to support and retain school leaders More than half of students in the U.S. attend high-poverty public schools –and in some states, that percentage is much higher.
The Hechinger Report
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
Marjorie Sener was still in her 20s when she took out a loan for about $5,000 to get some college credits she hoped would eventually add up to a bachelor’s degree. This story also appeared in USA Today That goal was thwarted when her partner became ill. “The burden of our living expenses fell on me,” said Sener, who lives in the Dallas suburbs. “I devoted all of my resources to keeping our heads above water.
Speaker: Andrew Cohen, Founder & CEO of Brainscape
The instructor’s PPT slides are brilliant. You’ve splurged on the expensive interactive courseware. Student engagement is stellar. So… why are half of your students still forgetting everything they learned in just a matter of weeks? It's likely a matter of cognitive science! With so much material to "teach" these days, we often forget to incorporate key proven principles into our curricula — namely active recall, metacognition, spaced repetition, and interleaving practice.
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