Digital Promise

JUNE 15, 2016

Teaching quality has been defined as “instruction that enables a wide range of students to learn” ( Darling-Hammond, 2012 ), and it is the strongest school-related factor that can improve student learning and achievement ( Hanushek, 2011 ; Nye, Konstantopoulos, and Hedges, 2004 ; Rivkin, Hanushek, and Kain, 2005 ).

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Digital Promise

DECEMBER 14, 2016

Since President Obama’s ConnectED announcement in 2013 in Mooresville, NC , there has been more than $10 billion committed as part of the five-year program to transform American education. We want to celebrate the extraordinary collaborations between educators and the private sector that have occurred because of ConnectED.

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Digital Promise

OCTOBER 25, 2017

…very little of the work we give students in school provides them with a sense that they are making a contribution to anything other than their own educational progress toward graduation. — Alan November, Who Owns the Learning. Traditional PD uses an attendance sheet as the primary measurement of “learning”.

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edWeb.net

MAY 5, 2021

These honored educators explained what they are doing and why, during a recent edWebinar hosted by AASA, The School Superintendents Association and AASA’s Leadership Network. now Hazel Professor of Education at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (MD). Warren, Jr.,

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Kathy Schrock

FEBRUARY 1, 2020

This article originally appeared in the Discovery Education blog " Kathy Schrock's Katch of the Month " in February 2020 and is re-posted here with permission. _ The use of social media is commonplace for educators nowadays. Educators are so creative and, when they share their successes with others, we all become better teachers!

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Edsurge

JULY 24, 2017

put $150 million in Hero K12 , and Bain Capital, whose Double Impact Fund is on the hunt for promising (and lucrative) education teams. million Trilogy Education $30 million $30 million CreativeLive $25 million $76 million Nearpod $21 million $30 million Examity $21 million $21 million . of deals.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 19, 2019

In addition, while they educators are still responsible for helping students reach state standards and community growth expectations, one-third of lesson time is spent on items not on the state standards. Christine’s background includes experience in education and consulting.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 19, 2019

As Dr. Monte Tatom, Associate Professor of Education at Freed-Hardeman University, TN, explained in his edWebinar, “ How to Survive Live Streaming and Podcasting in Your Classes,” it’s fairly easy for teachers to start. Moreover, he’s also seen many educators use the technology for professional development. About the Presenter.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 3, 2017

In “ Teaching Students with Autism about Digital Citizenship ,” a webinar hosted by edWeb.net and Common Sense Education and sponsored by Symantec , Jennifer discussed her teaching strategies for incorporating digital citizenship at Cumberland Academy of Georgia. WATCH THE WEBINAR RECORDING. About the Presenter. Join the Community.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 13, 2018

Charlie Fitzpatrick is a K12 education manager for Esri, maker of geographic information system (GIS) software. Charlie works with students, teachers, local and state education coordinators, teacher educators, and education influencers across USA. This article was modified and published by EdScoop. About the Presenters.

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Edsurge

JULY 23, 2016

Educators, especially those of you in rural communities—you shouldn’t have to go out and find good professional development on your own. In the rural state of New Hampshire, online professional development empowers educators to take ownership of their own growth and learning. Your state should provide it.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 11, 2019

Create a theme-based party and celebrate your students’ accomplishments and commitment to their education. She obtained her master’s degree in education from Grand Canyon University in 2009. in educational administration at Auburn University. He retired from Mobile County Public School System in December 2005.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 15, 2019

By engaging all three areas of the brain, thinking (pre-frontal), sensing (sensory), and feeling (limbic system), thinking, creativity and identity skills are activated and maximum learning occurs. Ownby stresses two critical components in the triad of the science of learning—identity reinforcement and recall practice. About the Host.

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edWeb.net

AUGUST 26, 2019

Understanding students’ health issues, learning disabilities, and educational plans such as an IEP or a 504 before the start of the school year can create a calm and safe environment for all students. Communication is critical when co-teaching with a special education teacher. Ashley McCrory is an elementary educator.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 17, 2017

Because of this, it is important for educators to teach students about trustworthy news sources. Do you think that educators ought to explain the difference between ‘free news’ and subscription news to our students?” This broadcast was hosted by edWeb.net and sponsored by Mackin Educational Resources. About the Presenters.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Jeff Meyer, Director of Education at Learning.com, during a recent edWebinar , underscored that while this generation of students is growing up using technology, they generally lack the digital literacy skills they need for success by the time they enter high school. About the Presenter. After receiving an M.Ed After receiving an M.Ed

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The Hechinger Report

OCTOBER 26, 2016

Other stories in the series look at schools that are recruiting from their own alumni to increase diversity and a traditional teacher education program focused on recruiting Hispanic teachers. NEW ORLEANS —Educator Kristi Walton was born, bred, and trained as a teacher in her hometown of New Orleans. Last year, they gave out just 93.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 27, 2015

The perception that good teachers reject textbooks and design their own curriculum has been a persistent belief of educators over the years. Specific lessons, representations, or instructional approaches in curriculum guides can provide a basis for productive inquiry in a professional learning community. References. Heifetz, R.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Unfortunately, many schools and districts are still relying on individuals or looking for that magic program rather than developing educational systems that provide a high-quality, modern education for all students. Even before the pandemic and the shift to distance education, learning extended beyond the classroom.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MARCH 28, 2017

Gross (more on each below), who will take a look forward at the skills and knowledge needed to support successful libraries of the future, examining educational programs and employer expectations. She has led a distinguished career as an educator and innovator. Abels , John Bertot , and Valerie J. Abels, John Bertot, Valerie J.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

OCTOBER 5, 2010

Event and Recording Page : [link] Denise Wolk is Director of Publications and Communications and Senior Program Associate with Educators for Social Responsibility. CSSR provides TA services to all levels of schooling including the national, regional, state and local educational agencies.

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edWeb.net

MAY 27, 2021

Work on developing culturally proficient communities during the previous decade has now led to the creation of a professional learning program designed to increase equity and inclusion during the 2020s, in collaboration with the Michigan Association of Superintendents & Administrators. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

Paula has been a National Workshop Presenter for Learning Without Tears since 2005. Learning Without Tears provides educators and families with kindergarten readiness, handwriting, and keyboarding materials, products, and training. Join the Community.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

The ninth annual Global Education Conference starts this coming Monday! This is an amazing and free online event that brings together educators and innovators from around the world. The hidden treasure of the Global Education Conference is volunteering--you will love it! LOTS of information below! Go to [link] 4.

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