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8 Non-Digital Remote Learning Ideas

A Principal's Reflections

Before our eyes, we are watching districts and schools valiantly roll out remote learning plans to support all students during extended closures. Scaffolded questions and tasks : Piling on low-level questions that are recall and knowledge-based don’t constitute learning. I cannot commend their efforts enough.

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A Guide to Choosing an Interactive Learning Platform

ViewSonic Education

The power of interactive learning platforms to enhance student learning outcomes is undeniable. To conquer this challenge, read on to see key factors to consider in choosing an interactive learning platform. To conquer this challenge, read on to see key factors to consider in choosing an interactive learning platform.

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Tech Tip #169: What is Digital Literacy?

Ask a Tech Teacher

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. sharing digitally to build knowledge.

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Relevant Thinking and Learner Success

A Principal's Reflections

The ability to think relevantly enables them to connect classroom learning with real-world applications, fostering deeper learning and cultivating critical life competencies such as problem-solving, adaptability, and creativity. It also sets the stage for effective personalized learning. However, the premise remains the same.

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Brainly Announces Beta Access to New AI Features, Developed with OpenAI’s GPT-4 for Personalized Learning

eSchool News

NEW YORK – Brainly , the leading global learning platform for all school subjects and grades, announces its new AI functions allowing Learners to “Simplify” or “Expand” answers. The beta version with “Simplify” and “Expand” functionality furthers a more dynamic, personalized learning experience for students.

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The Siri and Alexa Test

A Principal's Reflections

Educators love using game-based tools such as Kahoot, Quizizz, Blooket, and Gimkit as a means to review prior learning, check for understanding, and close lessons. The rub, however, comes in the form of the types of questions asked as the majority are simple recall or knowledge-based with stems such as who, what, where, and when.

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What is Constructivism and How Does it Fit Your Class?

Ask a Tech Teacher

Constructivism is a student-centered philosophy that emphasizes hands-on learning and active participation in lessons. Constructivists believe that learning is an active process so the most effective way to learn is through discovery. Learning is incremental. Learning is iterative.