Catlin Tucker

MARCH 11, 2024

At a recent workshop, a teacher posed a compelling question about the effectiveness of small-group versus whole-group instruction. This inquiry always prompts me to reflect: How many educators gather pre-assessment data before crafting their lesson plans? Such preliminary insights, whether through pre-assessments, diagnostics, or activities aimed at accessing prior knowledge, can illuminate the diverse range of skills, abilities, and needs within a classroom.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 11, 2024

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter In this episode, I had the pleasure of talking with Brian Page, a former Milken National Educator of the Year with 15 years of experience in the education field. Brian is the creator of the Homework Hacks Course , designed to equip students aged 13 to 20 with research-backed homework hacks and independent learning strategies.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 11, 2024

In these 169 tech-centric situations, you get an overview of pedagogy—the tech topics most important to your teaching—as well as practical strategies to address most classroom tech situations, how to scaffold these to learning, and where they provide the subtext to daily tech-infused education. Today’s tip: Solutions to unusual problems Category: Problem-solving Whether you follow Habits of Mind, Common Core, Depth of Knowledge, IB, or another K-12 learning strategy, every student must

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Ditch That Textbook

MARCH 11, 2024

Involving students in classroom responsibilities isn't just about easing the teacher's workload (although that's a nice perk!). It's about creating a vibrant learning environment that fosters essential skills like responsibility, collaboration, and leadership.Encouraging student participation and fostering a sense of ownership in the classroom environment can be achieved through the simple yet powerful tool of […] The post Getting started with classroom jobs appeared first on Ditch That Te

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Edsurge

MARCH 11, 2024

Gen Zers, born between 1997 and 2012, spend a lot of time online, consuming and creating digital content. Ninety-two percent check social media daily. But they still like print, and they still like to go to the library, according to a survey of Gen Z and Millennial public library use and media consumption released by the American Library Association last fall.

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The Hechinger Report

MARCH 11, 2024

A growing chorus of education researchers, pundits and “science of reading” advocates are calling for young children to be taught more about the world around them. It’s an indirect way of teaching reading comprehension. The theory is that what we grasp from what we read depends on whether we can hook it to concepts and topics that we already know. Natalie Wexler’s 2019 best-selling book, The Knowledge Gap , championed knowledge-building curricula and more schools around the country, from Baltimo

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Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler

MARCH 11, 2024

Why gamify with badges? Providing a visual display of student achievement can be fun and motivating. The post Why Gamify with Badges in the Classroom appeared first on Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler.

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eSchool News

MARCH 11, 2024

Key points: The science of reading is key in student achievement–here’s what it is Implementing the science of reading ‘one bite at a time’ How to improve literacy through the science of reading For more news on the science of reading, see eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub While high-quality literacy instruction has remained a cornerstone of education leaders’ priorities, this year, the science of reading has dominated classrooms and discussions around instructional strategies.

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ScienceDaily (EdTech section)

MARCH 11, 2024

Researchers have painstakingly taken computed topography (CT) scans of more than 13,000 individual specimens to create 3D images of more than half of all the world's animal groups, including mammals, fishes, amphibians and reptiles.

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eSchool News

MARCH 11, 2024

Key points: Careful planning, open communication, and strong partnerships are key parts of digital sustainability Balancing sustainability and innovation in education K-12 tech innovation is driving a paradigm shift in education For more news on digital sustainability, visit eSN’s IT Leadership hub I recently had the privilege of co-presenting a session on digital sustainability with UDT at FETC this past January.

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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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MiddleWeb

MARCH 11, 2024

Students need to know what to expect when they enter our classrooms, writes teacher Kelly Owens. Consistency on the front end paves the way for more student autonomy and engagement throughout the lesson. Three tips can help teachers achieve "the loyalty to learning we want!" The post Consistency: the Invisible Backbone of Teaching first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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TeachThought - Learn better.

MARCH 11, 2024

Tips for improving family engagement through home-school communication include goal setting and consistent communication. The post Tips For Improving Family Engagement Through School-Home Communication appeared first on TeachThought.

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techlearning

MARCH 11, 2024

District and school leaders engaged in an immersive professional learning experience at the Tech & Learning regional leadership summit in Baltimore

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The Thinking Stick

MARCH 11, 2024

Dr. Elsa Friis, of Alongside, discusses how their clinician-powered AI tool supports young people in need of mental health support. The conversation highlights the need for mental health resources in schools and the shortage of mental health providers. The use of AI in mental health is not a new concept, and it can provide a warm and validating space for young people to seek support.

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This white paper examines and proposes revisions to the "Seven Principles for Good Practice in Undergraduate Education" introduced by Arthur Chickering and Zelda Gamson in 1987 for today's technology-driven world.

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MARCH 11, 2024

How Belton ISD in Texas created a comprehensive cybersecurity plan under CTO Shad McGaha

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eSchool News

MARCH 11, 2024

PARAMUS, N.J./PRNewswire/ — Savvas Learning Company , a next-generation K-12 learning solutions leader, is excited to announce that it has been named to the 2024 edition of the GSV 150, an annual list of the top 150 private companies transforming digital learning and workforce skills. This is the second year in a row that Savvas has been named to the GSV 150. “At Savvas, we are committed to developing innovative learning solutions that are powered by the most advanced technology to h

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MARCH 11, 2024

Find out what your laptop can do for you in class and beyond.

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Brainscape

MARCH 11, 2024

Gird your loins , wine lovers, because we have some basement-quivering news for you! Brainscape has published flashcards for the WSET Diploma D2 exam (Business of Wine ), officially completing our collection of flashcards for the WSET Diploma’s truly enormous scope of content! This is a huge deal and we couldn't be more excited to share the news with our audience of wine students who have been using Brainscape for years to study for wine certifications like the WSET Level 1 to 3, Cou

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Managing a K-12 campus with constant pressure to meet performance metrics is challenging. And tardiness can significantly limit a school from reaching these goals. Learn more about why chronic lateness matters, and key strategies to address the following impacts: Data errors caused by manual processes Low attendance and graduation rates that affect a school’s reputation Classroom disruption, which leads to poor academic performance High staff attrition and “The Teacher Exodus” Unmet LCAP goals t

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

MARCH 11, 2024

AN INTERVIEW ITH AUTHOR KRISTIN VOGEL-CAMPBELL on her new book “Partnering with Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Families in Special Education” The post WORKING WITH MULTI-CULTURAL, DIVERSE STUDENTS IN SPECIAL ED appeared first on American Consortium for Equity in Education.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MARCH 11, 2024

Cybersecurity: Fortifying Your Library in the Digital Age Part of the Library 2.0 Service , Safety, and Security / Essential Librarian Series with Brian Pichman, hosted by Dr. Steve Albrecht OVERVIEW : In an increasingly digital world, libraries are not just sanctuaries of knowledge but also gatekeepers of vast amounts of digital information and personal data.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

MARCH 11, 2024

Empower U Founder Katie Dorn is our guest on how important the mental and emotional health of educators is to the success equation in schools today for for total school health in these stressful times. The post MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT FOR EDUCATORS appeared first on American Consortium for Equity in Education.

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Hansen's Link to Tech

MARCH 11, 2024

Discover how to craft assignments in Google Classroom and integrate a rubric, offering students clear insights into the grading criteria and delivering meaningful feedback.

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This whitepaper explores integrating the PowerTeaching pedagogical approach within a HyFlex (Hybrid Flexible) educational model, focusing on employing cooperative learning strategies and efficient classroom management techniques.

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Brainscape

MARCH 11, 2024

Round two… FIGHT! Having survived (and hopefully crushed) the WSET Diploma’s first exam on Wine Production, you’re rallying to take on its second module. This WSET D2 Business of Wine study guide will give you a suite of succulent, insider tips to be as efficient in your prep as possible and minimize the chance of nasty surprises on exam day!

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