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Homework: Good or Bad? Here Is What Research Says

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

In this study, Cooper et al analyzed a large pool of research studies on homework conducted in the United States between between 1987 and 2003. According to Fernández-Alonso, Suárez-Álvarez and Muñiz ( 2015 ), spending 60 minutes per day doing homework is considered a reasonably effective time. A synthesis of research, 1987–2003.

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U.S. K-12 Educational Technology Policy: Historical Notes on the Federal Role

Doug Levin

” This letter marked the launch of the implementation of the first federal program dedicated to ensuring universal access to information and communications technology for improved teaching and learning in the nation’s schools. Department of Education’s national educational technology plans.).

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National Bullying Prevention Month–October

Ask a Tech Teacher

Wikipedia defines “cyberbullying” as: the use of information technology to repeatedly harm or harass other people in a deliberate manner. 7% of high school students commit suicide, some because of cyberbullying: On October 7, 2003, Ryan Halligan committed suicide by hanging himself [after being cyberbullied by high school classmates].

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National Bullying Prevention Month

Ask a Tech Teacher

Wikipedia defines “cyberbullying” as: the use of information technology to repeatedly harm or harass other people in a deliberate manner. 7% of high school students commit suicide, some because of cyberbullying: On October 7, 2003, Ryan Halligan committed suicide by hanging himself [after being cyberbullied by high school classmates].

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Why I’m Optimistic About the Next Wave of Education Technology

Edsurge

Over the past 25 years, multiple waves of education technology and innovation have slowly washed into America’s schools and colleges. Join me on a quick tour of the past quarter century in education technology history. Although we were convinced that technology could transform education, simple internet access was patchy at best.

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Four tips for teaching in uncertain times

Hapara

There are many technology tools available that can help educators provide clear instruction and foster relationships regardless of when and where students are learning. Educators can also use technology to create shared experiences for learners, parents and teachers. 4 (2015): 385—418, [link]. Scott Titsworth et al., “Two

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9 Key Classroom Management Skills Backed up with Research

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

The post 9 Key Classroom Management Skills Backed up with Research appeared first on Educators Technology. The focus on reducing suspensions and implementing universal high-quality management practices resonates with broader societal and educational goals. References Dicke, T., Annett Schmeck, & Leutner, D. A., & MacSuga-Gage, A.