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Arts-based Teaching in Elementary Schools

EdNews Daily

With efforts like Rhode Island School of Design’s championing of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math, the arts remain at the forefront of dialogue about best practices in elementary education). Arts-based Teaching Models in Elementary Schools. Creativity is an essential component of, and spurs innovation.

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Tips and Strategies to Talk about Race in Class

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

Use Media and Technology Thoughtfully In the age of technology, media can be a powerful tool in educating students about diversity and inclusion. We Make It Controversial”: Elementary Preservice Teachers’ Beliefs about Race. Complicated Conversations: Exploring Race and Ideology in an Elementary Classroom. link] Sosa, T.

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EdSurge Recommendations for What to Read, Watch and Listen to Over the Holiday Break

Edsurge

Here, find recommendations for articles, books and podcasts that have resonated with us — some related to education and others that extend beyond. So Babb’s book wasn’t published until 2004. 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.

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The People and Moments That Define Us

A Principal's Reflections

My father was an elementary principal for 30 years and I always admired how he was able to inspire his staff to focus on student learning. Due to the influence of my father and a passion to help as many students as possible succeed, I ventured into the world of educational administration in 2004. Obviously my journey continues.

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How flawed IQ tests prevent kids from getting help in school

The Hechinger Report

This model, which I reported on in an article last year for The Hechinger Report and Scientific American, requires a significant “discrepancy” between a child’s IQ and achievement to establish a learning disability, making it hard for children with lower IQs to qualify.

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8 Ways to Help New Teachers Thrive (and Veteran Teachers Too!)

The CoolCatTeacher

In their July 14, 2019 article “ Why Teachers Quit ,” We Are Teachers summarizes, “A recent study by the Learning Policy Institute shows that if a teacher receives mentoring, collaboration, and extra resources, and is part of a strong teacher network, first-year turnover is cut by more than half. We have to help and encourage each other.

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Teachers' Essential Guide to Cyberbullying Prevention

Graphite Blog

A summary of research by the Cyberbullying Research Center on cyberbullying in middle and high school from 2004 to 2016 indicated that, on average, 28 percent of students have been targets of cyberbullying and 16 percent of students admitted to cyberbullying others. Here are a few ways to approach cyberbullying prevention in the classroom: 1.