Education Elements

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Take a casual stroll through the past predictions I made about education, leading up to 2024. You'll see they were pretty spot-on. Over the last few years, I've called several major trends in education that hit the nail on the head. Digital skills? They've become a big deal in classrooms everywhere, just as I anticipated. Hybrid learning – a blend of online and traditional classes – really took off, especially when the pandemic stirred things up.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 27, 2023

As a former classroom teacher, I understand the importance of having a diverse toolbox to engage and inspire students. In this post, I’m excited to share with you a curated list of resources that I’ve found particularly valuable for science teachers and students. From interactive simulations to comprehensive lesson plans, these resources are designed to cater to various learning styles and bring the wonders of science to life.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Each year, we share our 10 most-read stories. Not surprisingly, many of this year’s Top 10 focused on equity, edtech innovation, immersive learning, and the science of reading. This year’s 4th most-read story focuses on blended learning’s role in the wake of the pandemic. Avantis Education, the leading provider of VR and AR content and hardware for K-12 schools, has released a new white paper: “Building Back Stronger: New Thinking and Technologies Reshaping Education” which del

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Critical Thinking Development in Middle School Education Fostеring critical thinking skills in middlе school еducation is paramount to equipping studеnts with thе intеllеctual tools necessary for succеss. Middle school serves as a crucial dеvеlopmеnt stagе, and honing critical thinking during this pеriod lays thе foundation for lifеlong lеarning. Tеachеrs еncouragе studеnts to analyze, quеstion, and evaluate information indеpеndеntly, this way cultivating a mindsеt that goеs bеyond rotе mеmoriza

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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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Marketplace K-12

DECEMBER 23, 2023

The consumer protection agency's proposed rules could limit companies' ability to collect data for one product and use it to develop another one. The post FTC’s Newly Proposed Privacy Rules Could Bring “Substantial Changes” to Ed-Tech Industry appeared first on Market Brief.

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The Jose Vilson

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Have you ever taken a ride on Kingda Ka roller coaster at Six Flags Great Adventure? You get in a seat with the high-velocity harness, waiting for the click to secure you. Unlike other coasters where the suspense builds as you climb, this one rolls the passengers up a few feet and then has you wait a minute or so before lift-off. There’s no clear signal of when you’ll lift off, but then POP you can feel yourself lifted upwards like a slingshot hundreds of feet into the air, then the

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The Hechinger Report

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Aléshah Brown wasn’t yet in high school when she started having doubts about college. This story also appeared in The Washington Post “Even in middle school, you’re feeling all this pressure and stress about going to college, but no one’s asking you, ‘What do you want to do?’ ” said Brown, of San Antonio, Texas. “That was a very stressful thing for me.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex, multifaceted condition that touches the lives of many individuals and families around the world. It’s a topic rich with narratives of challenge, triumph, and profound insight into the human experience. To shed light on this diverse condition, TED Talks have served as a powerful platform, offering voices to those with firsthand experience and expertise in autism.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 26, 2023

As instructors and students press pause for winter break, journalists at EdSurge are likewise taking some time away from writing and editing during the last week of 2023. As we catch our collective breath, we’re pleased to offer you a few reflections about the stories we’ve enjoyed over the past year. Here, find recommendations for articles, books and podcasts that have resonated with us — some related to education and others that extend beyond.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Each year, we share our 10 most-read stories. Not surprisingly, many of this year’s Top 10 focused on equity, edtech innovation, immersive learning, and the science of reading. This year’s 3rd most-read story focuses on immersive and interactive learning. The Museum of Science, Boston is making its first move into the world of immersive online education with its launch of “Mission: Mars,” an educational experience on Roblox, a global platform connecting millions of people through imm

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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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TeachThought - Learn better.

DECEMBER 26, 2023

How to transcribe interviews: Step 1. Listen to your interview recording 2. Choose a transcription type 3. Get transcription software The post How To Transcribe Interviews (With Examples) appeared first on TeachThought.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Gone are the days when students and educators solely relied on textbooks and static diagrams to understand the complexities of the human body. Today, a myriad of online resources has emerged, offering interactive, detailed, and accessible ways to explore anatomy and physiology. As an EdTech blogger, I’ve been continually fascinated by how these digital tools can enhance our understanding of human anatomy.

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The Hechinger Report

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Editor’s note: This story led off this week’s Higher Education newsletter, which is delivered free to subscribers’ inboxes every other Thursday with trends and top stories about higher education. Email Address Choose from our newsletters Weekly Update Future of Learning Higher Education Early Childhood Proof Points Leave this field empty if you’re human: Dear Reader, Saying it’s been a wild year in higher education news seems like the understatement of the century.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Key points: When it comes to reading skills, we should provide students with explicit literacy instruction and foundational skills like decoding and building content knowledge See article: Excite, expand, equitize: Using data to support reading See article: 4 simple ways to put the science of reading into practice For more news on reading strategies, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching page Schools across the country have been shifting their reading strategies to incorporate knowledge and best

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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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The Thinking Stick

DECEMBER 28, 2023

How is Minecraft a powerful tool for building community, fostering inclusion, and engaging learners? This week’s amazing guest Mashfiq Ahmed has an answer for that question and tons of wisdom to share. Meet this week’s special guest: ?? Mashfiq Ahmed (he/him) is a high school chemistry teacher at John Dewey High School in Brooklyn, New York.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 29, 2023

In our previous exploration, we delved into the immense potential of Artificial Intelligence through a series of enlightening AI TED Talks. However, with great potential comes great responsibility — and a need for caution. In this post, we pivot to a critical aspect of our journey towards AI literacy, especially as teachers, educators, and parents in an era where AI is rapidly advancing and largely unbridled.

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SplashLearn

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Math can be tough, but it shouldn’t be boring or confusing. That’s where math manipulatives come in – helpful tools that make learning math more hands-on and fun. According to a study on EdTechBooks.org, using things you can touch and move around, like blocks or beads, helps students understand math better. These tools are great […] The post 11 Best Math Manipulatives To Enhance Children’s Learning first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Each year, we share our 10 most-read stories. Not surprisingly, many of this year’s Top 10 focused on equity, edtech innovation, immersive learning, and the science of reading. This year’s 2nd most-read story focuses on literacy and student engagement. In this episode of Innovations in Education , Madeleine Mortimore, Global Education Innovation and Research Lead for Logitech details how classroom technologies, if used properly, can increase student engagement and ultimately test sco

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The Thinking Stick

DECEMBER 25, 2023

In this episode, Jeff and Tricia discuss their favorite holiday food, introduce a new free guide on experimenting with AI for families, announce an upcoming series on mental health, promote an AI literacy cohort for PLCs and committees, highlight Jeff’s work on Washington State guidelines and policies, mention upcoming conferences, discuss the link between AI literacy and DEIJ/media literacy, and tease the upcoming 2024 Protocols Free Guide.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 28, 2023

In the ever-evolving landscape of education, the concepts of portfolio and portfolio assessment have garnered significant attention as comprehensive tools for evaluating student growth. This post delves into the intricacies of portfolio assessment, drawing primarily on the insightful research presented in the works of Valeri-Gold et al. (1991/1992) and Gillespie et al. (1996).

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

DECEMBER 29, 2023

“From STEM to STEAM: Latino Perspectives,” published by Capstone, shares viewpoints and strategies from 10 Latino educators The Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) has partnered with educational publisher Capstone to release “From STEM to STEAM: Latino Perspectives,” a Keep Reading Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) Releases Member-Authored Book Focusing on STEAM Education The post Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 26, 2023

It wasn’t all about AI in K-12 in 2023! SEL, equity, and more were top news. In this special episode of Innovations in Education , editors Laura Ascione and Kevin Hogan go through the list of the most-read stories from 2023 and identify the best insights for our readers.

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Speaker: Chris Paxton McMillin, President of D3 Training Solutions

There are plenty of great authoring tools for developing eLearning, but the one you select could directly impact your course's outcomes. Depending upon your learners’ needs and your organization’s performance goals, you could be overlooking considerations that impact the both effectiveness of your courses and how long it takes to finish them. From general capabilities to specific workflow structures, some aspects are critical when it comes to learning objectives and deadlines.

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SplashLearn

DECEMBER 28, 2023

As a parent of three kids, I’ve had my fair share of teaching moments – some easy, some not so much. One task that stood out was “how to teach telling time.” It sounds simple, but it’s a big step for a child. In this blog, I will talk about “how to teach telling time” […] The post How to Teach Telling Time: 11 Fun Activities for Kids first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 29, 2023

In the dynamic world of education, keeping students engaged and attentive is a challenge every educator faces. Classrooms, the breeding grounds for future thinkers and innovators, can sometimes become arenas of boredom and disengagement. Boredom, as Vogel-Walcutt et al. (2012) stated, “occurs when an individual experiences both the (objective) neurological state of low arousal and the (subjective) psychological state of dissatisfaction, frustration, or disinterest in response to the low ar

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Edthena

DECEMBER 27, 2023

In the News In a recent article, Edutopia explored the potential of AI in revolutionizing teaching practices particularly through the lens of AI-powered instructional coaching. This innovative approach to professional learning is changing how educators refine their skills and teaching practices. Unlike traditional coaching, which often relies on external feedback, AI coaching provides a unique, introspective avenue for professional growth.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 28, 2023

D2L, a global learning technology company, today announced a new partnership with Unity, the world’s leading platform for creating and operating interactive, real-time 3D (RT3D) content with a goal to transform the education landscape through classroom integration of immersive Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and RT3D technologies. The partnership is a direct response to the increased demand for innovative and engaging learning experiences in the classroom.

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Speaker: Amanda Davis, Chief Experience Officer and Liam O'Malley, VP of Association Solutions

The "new normal" is now a little less new, a little more normal. Does that mean your current LMS strategy is in need of a refresh? Is your organization or association leaning into the always-evolving eLearning environment to ensure you have the tools and content to remain relevant through all this change? There are many complex decision-making processes within your learning & development strategy and LMS lifecycle management, including: Selection.

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SplashLearn

DECEMBER 28, 2023

In a world that moves at breakneck speed, mindfulness offers a much-needed pause for adults and children. For kids, mindfulness isn’t just about sitting still; it’s about engaging in fun and creative mindfulness activities for kids that teach them how to pay attention to the present moment without judgment. These simple practices can profoundly affect […] The post 11 Best Mindfulness Activities for Kids first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Motivation is one of the key concept in psychology. It is mainly concerned with the why and how humans think and behave as they do. Its significance is particularly pronounced in the realm of classroom learning, where it’s often invoked to explain the successes and failures in learning processes. Research proved time and again that well-designed curricula and effective teaching methods are not enough to drive students motivation.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Seventeen schools in the district are adding ClassVR to boost student engagement and support STEM learning Several schools in the Saint Louis Public Schools (SLPS) district have signed on to bring the immersive power of virtual reality technology to students Keep Reading ESSER Funds help bring ClassVR to Schools in the Saint Louis Public Schools District The post ESSER Funds help bring ClassVR to Schools in the Saint Louis Public Schools District appeared first on American Consortium for Equity

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Key points: Anomalies in a theory allow researchers to find “what else” is going on in a given situation See: Insights from educators: Priorities for 2023-2024 See: 3 ways teachers can drive student growth For more news on growth mindset, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching page This article originally appeared on the Christensen Institute’s blog and is reposted here with permission.

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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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