EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Until just a few years ago, school-issued laptops, tablets and hotspots were largely considered a luxury in many K–12 schools. Before the COVID-19 pandemic, only about 49 percent of schools had implemented one-to-one device programs, according to a 2019 survey by OverDrive Education and the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development. However, by 2022, about 90 percent of middle and high schools reported providing students with devices, and 84 percent of elementary schools said they w

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ViewSonic Education

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Choosing the right monitor for gaming can be a daunting task, especially when you’re on a budget. With so many options available, it’s important to know what features to prioritize. After all, finding the right gaming monitor that matches your gaming preferences can make all the difference. So, read on to see what to prioritize in finding a gaming monitor that offers a great gaming experience without breaking the bank.

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Like most schools, educators at Modesto City Schools in Stanislaus County, Calif., expect their students to come to school prepared to learn. Still, for a variety of reasons, some students arrive with their laptops low on power, which can lead to classroom interruptions and missed lessons. Modesto City Schools CTO Russ Selken says he was concerned when 30,000 students returned to the classroom after the pandemic, all equipped with devices.

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Ditch That Textbook

OCTOBER 12, 2023

We're always on the lookout for innovative tools that can help teachers create more engaging and effective learning experiences for their students. Sometimes, we hear so many teachers talking about a tool that we have to sit up and notice.Blooket (blooket.com) definitely fits that description. It's an interactive educational tool that combines quizzes with engaging […] The post Blooket: A game-changer for engaging students in the classroom appeared first on Ditch That Textbook.

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The Hechinger Report

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Editor’s note: This story led off this week’s Future of Learning newsletter, which is delivered free to subscribers’ inboxes every other Wednesday with trends and top stories about education innovation. Subscribe today! On May 31, a school board meeting in Hernando County, Florida, made national news when more than 600 hundred people showed up and the meeting lasted until 2:30 a.m.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

OCTOBER 12, 2023

I recently stumbled upon Presentory, an AI-powered presentation tool, and let me tell you—I’m downright impressed. As someone deeply entrenched in educational technology, it takes something special to make me go, “Wow, this could really make a difference in classrooms,” and Presentory does just that. Presentory is packed full of features that cater to various audiences including educators and learners.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

OCTOBER 12, 2023

SuperD’Ville is video based SEL peer to peer curriculum.It is a great way to reach and teach kids learn differently (with dyslexia etc) these important skills for academic and life success. We have founder Peggy Stern with us ( Peggy Keep Reading WELCOME TO SUPER-DUPER-VILLE: BUILDING CONFIDENCE AND RESILIENCE FOR STUDENTS WHO LEARN DIFFERENTLY.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 12, 2023

This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters. Every now and then, Ayden Corbett has to explain to surprised homeowners what he’s doing in their front yard. Since the second semester of his senior year of high school, he has responded to field calls as an employee of the largest underground utility locating company in North America — the Indianapolis-based U.S.

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Edthena

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Improving school culture is high on many school leaders’ lists of building priorities. When teachers feel valued and supported within their school community and environment, student learning is also better supported. But cultivating a strong school culture doesn’t happen without intentional thought and planning. We’ve rounded up four resources that provide best practices for improving school culture, including how psychological safety is crucial for educators and strategies for valuing and suppo

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 12, 2023

What’s better than watching a lively and substantive conversation thread develop on LinkedIn as a result of your recent posting on the hottest topic in edtech today? Getting the participants to follow up with a real live conversation of their own. So it was that I was able to snag a Zoom session with Jerry Crisci , founding co-director of the Center for Innovation for the Scarsdale Public Schools in Scarsdale, NY; Mark Loundy , instructional technology specialist for the Cupertino Union School D

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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

OCTOBER 12, 2023

3M and Discovery Education recognize America’s Top Young Scientist and Improving Lives Award winner at the 16th annual 3M Young Scientist Challenge 3M (@3M) and Discovery Education (@DiscoveryEd) named Heman Bekele, a 9th grader at W.T. Woodson High School in Annandale, Va., the winner of the 2023 3M Young Scientist Challenge, the nation’s premier middle school Keep Reading 14-year-old Named America’s Top Young Scientist for Development of Skin Cancer Treatment The post 14-year-old Named America

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 12, 2023

BILLUND, Denmark — To celebrate the second annual World Play Day, LEGO® Education is inspiring teachers to experience purposeful play firsthand by giving students and teachers Permission to Play. Play is not just for the playground. It is a powerful tool for teaching that naturally engages students in the learning and builds the skills they’ll need in and outside the classroom like creativity, communication, critical thinking, and collaboration.

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MiddleWeb

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Andi McNair’s Genius Hour (2nd Ed) guides educators across grade levels and content areas in developing student Passion Projects start to finish. Reviewer Stephanie Choate gives high marks to the book’s 6-point strategy: passion, plan, pitch, project, product, and presentation. The post Genius Hour Can Ignite Innovation and Inquiry first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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techlearning

OCTOBER 12, 2023

The best drones for schools are here to help your lessons take flight in more ways than one.

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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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eSpark

OCTOBER 12, 2023

The age of artificial intelligence has dawned, and it's a lot to take in. In eSpark's " AI in Education " series, we’ll help get you up to speed, one issue at a time. In May of 2023, the US Department of Education’s Office of Educational Technology released a highly anticipated policy report titled Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Teaching and Learning: Insights and Recommendations.

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SplashLearn

OCTOBER 12, 2023

In the digital age, the landscape of education is rapidly evolving. There has been a significant surge in the number of mobile apps labeled as “educational,” specifically targeting children aged three to six. However, research indicates that only a handful of these apps are developed with a genuine understanding of young children’s developmental & learning […] The post 11 Best Educational Apps for Kindergarten Kids first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Discovery Education, a global education technology company backed by Clearlake Capital Group, L.P. (together with its affiliates, “Clearlake”), today announced the completion of its acquisition of DreamBox Learning®, a PK-12 education technology provider serving more than 6 million students and Keep Reading Clearlake Capital-Backed Discovery Education Completes Acquisition of DreamBox Learning  The post Clearlake Capital-Backed Discovery Education Completes Acquisition of DreamBox Learning  ap

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SplashLearn

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Imagine a chilly November evening. The smell of delicious turkey fills the air, and you’re gathered around the table with family and friends. You’ve just shared a hearty meal, and now it’s time to give thanks. But how do we do that? Well, here’s an idea: Recite Thanksgiving poems for kids. This is how you […] The post 12 Best Thanksgiving Poems for Kids to Read Aloud first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.

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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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ViewSonic Education

OCTOBER 12, 2023

In the ever-evolving landscape of education technology, schools are increasingly embracing innovative solutions to enhance the learning experience. Network segmentation stands out as a critical consideration, bolstering security and efficiency as schools worldwide adopt Interactive Flat Panels to enrich their environments. In this blog, we’ll explore the significance of Network Segmentation in education environments, especially when integrating IFPs into the network.

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MindSpark

OCTOBER 12, 2023

by Anne Fleming Only a few years ago, artificial intelligence (AI) may have seemed closer to science fiction than reality, but in today's world, this technology has become an inescapable part of our daily lives. From virtual assistants on our smartphones to self-driving cars, AI is already revolutionizing the way we live and work, and this trend will only continue.

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