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20 Years of Student Feedback Drives Digital Learning

edWeb.net

Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast Can you guess what students said was their most-used mobile device in 2003? In 2014, only one in four students had direct access to technology in class. Today, 95% of high school students access schoolwork on their smartphones whenever and wherever they need it. Hint: It burned.

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Can Virtual Reality Improve Education?

EdTech4Beginners

In recent years, many schools have entertained the theory that VR improves education. If virtual reality is reliable enough to train our armed forces, is there any reason not to implement the same technique at educational institutions across the world? Advancements in VR Technology. Advantages of VR Learning.

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Discovery Education, Caterpillar Foundation, and Learning Undefeated Launch New Initiative to Inspire Next Generation of STEM Professionals

eSchool News

Charlotte, NC – Discovery Education, the Caterpillar Foundation, and Learning Undefeated today announced the launch of a new education initiative – Innovation at Play. The non-profit is a long-standing partner of Discovery Education.

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Characteristics of The 21st Century Classroom

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

When I embarked on my teaching journey back in 2003, the landscape of the classroom was quite different from what we see today. Reflecting on this evolution, I’m struck by the radical changes that have shaped the educational environment, particularly in this early part of the 21st century.

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Culturally Responsive Teaching: Tips and Strategies for Educators

Waterford

In many cases, without even realizing it, educators plan their curriculum without considering whether it includes the diverse backgrounds and identities of their students. 9,16] If educators are unaware how to teach and support multicultural students, they will fail to reach a significant portion of their school. Sources : Gay, G.

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Virginia Chooses iteach as the Alternative Teacher Certification Provider for 24 Divisions of the Commonwealth

eSchool News

DENTON, Texas — In an effort to fill more than 3,500 teaching vacancies, the Virginia Department of Education has chosen iteach as the identified partner for alternative teachers certification in 24 divisions of the Commonwealth. iteach will also help us recruit in our most high-need areas, which include special education and elementary.”

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4 focus areas to embrace innovation and avoid school system failure

eSchool News

The school systems and dynamic leaders that embrace change will succeed and create an educational environment that is more equitable and prepares students for their futures.

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