EdTech Magazine

JULY 26, 2023

In recent years, the frequency and sophistication of ransomware attacks have continued to escalate. In many cases, those attacks have piled up significant costs for their victims, and not just from ransom payments. Extended downtime after an attack, expensive recovery efforts and reputational damage all impact K–12 districts after a breach. “The actual cost of a ransomware attack extends far beyond the ransom payment — it can add up to be 7 times the ransom demand,” notes NetApp in a blog post.

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Digital Promise

JULY 26, 2023

The post Why Co-Designing Learning and Employment Record Technologies is Best Practice appeared first on Digital Promise.

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Edsurge

JULY 26, 2023

I struggle with perfectionism every day, and sometimes, it prevents me from authentically showing up for family, students and myself. I am a social sciences and Spanish teacher and a mother of three children, and with that comes the social and self-imposed pressure to show that all the pieces of my life fit together like a shiny mosaic. I would like to believe this is a personal battle, but this drive toward perfectionism also impacts our students.

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TeachThought - Learn better.

JULY 26, 2023

From Constructivism and Connectivism to Situated Learning, here are 32 of the most common learning theories every teacher should know. The post A Visual Summary: 32 Learning Theories Every Teacher Should Know appeared first on TeachThought.

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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.

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eSchool News

JULY 26, 2023

Key points: Gamification can encourage students to take ownership of their learning Discover the different gamified resources one teacher uses to engage students See related article: Are you teaching with Minecraft and Roblox? You should be Gamification is one of the biggest in education trends right now in education. According to ISTE, “Gamification is about transforming the classroom environment and regular activities into a game” (Haiken, 2021).

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

JULY 26, 2023

By Brent Hartsell, Director of Solutions and Professional Learning at Learning Ally Teachers are one of the most important assets to our society, yet an alarming number are leaving the profession. A 2022 survey by The National Education Association (NEA) Keep Reading Professional Learning: A Powerful Solution to Teacher Retention & Student Outcomes The post Professional Learning: A Powerful Solution to Teacher Retention & Student Outcomes appeared first on Equity in Education.

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JULY 26, 2023

Teaching blended learning to other educators is the latest step of Sherri Powell's lifelong education journey

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Hubbli

JULY 26, 2023

In North America, education is a vibrant tapestry woven with diverse types of schools that cater to the unique needs and preferences of students and parents. From public and private schools to charter and magnet schools, each type offers distinct educational approaches, curricula, and values. Amidst this diversity, school marketing plays a crucial role in showcasing these institutions and attracting prospective students.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

JULY 26, 2023

New detection feature from Turnitin indicates that in 3.3 percent of submitted academic work, 80 percent or more of the examined text is consistent with AI creation Today, Turnitin announced that more than 65 million papers have been reviewed since Keep Reading Turnitin AI Detection Feature Reviews More Than 65 Million Papers The post Turnitin AI Detection Feature Reviews More Than 65 Million Papers appeared first on Equity in Education.

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Marketplace K-12

JULY 26, 2023

The lenders said both parties agreed to complete an amendment to the loan's terms to settle the dispute by Aug. 3. The post Ed-Tech Company Byju’s and Its Lenders Agree to Settle Dispute Over $1.2B Loan appeared first on Market Brief.

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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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American Consortium for Equity in Education

JULY 26, 2023

Jay Schroder is a Nationally known Professional Development leader, longtime public school educator and Affiliate Professor at Southern Oregon U. He’s survived and survived well in our profession and his new book TEACH FROM YOUR BEST SELF has just been Keep Reading THE AUTHOR OF ‘TEACH FROM YOUR BEST SELF” The post THE AUTHOR OF ‘TEACH FROM YOUR BEST SELF” appeared first on Equity in Education.

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MIND Research Institute

JULY 26, 2023

There’s exciting science around what we find enjoyable, and it’s not “fun” in the way that we think it is. Some questions worth asking are: What does enjoyment mean in the context of learning math? And why does it matter when teaching math in the classroom or any other setting? In a recent edWebinar , Brandon Smith, Lead Mathematician and Product Director at MIND Education, explores and uncovers the key to true enjoyment, how it amplifies learning, and how to design math experiences to help stud

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TeachThought - Learn better.

JULY 26, 2023

Can you teach empathy? By defining, identifying, discussing, and modeling it, it isn't much different than other Social Emotional Learning. The post Can You Teach Empathy? appeared first on TeachThought.

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SplashLearn

JULY 26, 2023

When do kids learn colors? Many parents and educators ponder this subject, especially those working with young children. A child’s cognitive and intellectual growth depends on their ability to recognize colors. An NIH report says that a significant percentage of perceptual development, including the ability to recognize objects and express emotions, usually occurs in the […] The post When Do Kids Learn Colors: A Developmental Milestone Guide first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.

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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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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 26, 2023

Learning a second language for many is complicated. Some of us are naturals at linguistics, others, not so much. Teaching means adapting to different students who learn in different ways. Here are four proven approaches, from the Ask a Tech Teacher crew: 4 Approaches to Effective Second-Language Teaching In an article from the Michigan State University website, children who are skilled in at least two languages are known to possess cognitive flexibility.

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SplashLearn

JULY 26, 2023

STEM projects for middle school are an excellent way to engage young minds and spark their curiosity in science, technology, engineering, and math. Research supports that STEM activities positively impact the scientific creativity of middle school students. These exercises give students an enjoyable learning experience and promote critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

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eSchool News

JULY 26, 2023

ATLANTA /PRNewswire/ — CENTEGIX , the leader in incident response solutions, announced that new customers of its award-winning CrisisAlert solution were the highest in company history and that demand in the first half of 2023 has exceeded the 2022 full-year result. School districts nationwide overwhelmingly select CENTEGIX’s CrisisAlert wearable panic button to protect staff and students.

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SplashLearn

JULY 26, 2023

Are you getting ready for the back-to-school season and wondering how to make math more fun for your child? We all want our kids to succeed in school and enjoy their learning experiences. Well, we have an exciting solution for you! Have you ever considered trying cool math activities to kickstart the new school year? […] The post 11 Best Back to School Math Activities to Boost Math Skills first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.

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