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10 Essential Online Learning Best Practices – Free Webinar

The CoolCatTeacher

I also know that that I too have a lot to learn, even though I’ve been teaching online since 2006 and have collaborated globally for years. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education from Morningside College and a Master’s Degree in Educational Administration from the University of South Dakota.

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How Family Engagement Leads to Student Success

Waterford

Family partnerships formed during elementary school years build a strong foundation for future student success and continued engagement.[6] Parent Involvement and Children’s Academic and Social Development in Elementary School.” Journal of Educational Psychology, 2006, 98, 653-664. Sheldon, S. B., & Jung, S. Dearing, E.,

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5 Ways to Create Relevant Cultures of Learning

A Principal's Reflections

Utility value is purely academic and emphasizes the importance that content has for the students’ future goals — both short-term and long-term goals (Ormrod, 2006). Recently I observed a great example of this during a coaching visit with Kay’s Creek Elementary School in Farmington, UT. Ormrod, J.E. Upper Saddle River, N.J.:

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Science-backed scalable tools improve student mental health

eSchool News

Studies show that screening students for mental health functions serves as intervention and prevention of developing mental health issues (Desrochers, 2006). Mental Health Screening and Academic Outcomes in Elementary School.” Science-driven for greater success A key component of this type of solution is its research-based approach.

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5 Ways Online Learning Can Open Doors For All Students

EdNews Daily

I had the chance to chat with Dr. Samuel Bennett from SEU to learn more about his experience working with students who are working on their Master’s in Elementary Education through their online program. My police partner saw how I interacted with children and encouraged me to seek an elementary teaching position.

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How Young Is Too Young to Learn to Read?

Waterford

Whether you’re a PreK teacher or a parent, you can help children build essential pre-reading skills before they start elementary school. Students are more likely to succeed in elementary school if they know letter names before kindergarten.[10]. Investor in People Department for Education and Skills, March 2006, pp. Grossen, B.

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Growth Mindset Posters for Classroom

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

Researchers such as Carol Dweck (see also Dweck and Yeager , 2012)have highlighted the importance of nurturing a growth mindset in students, as it contributes to motivation and increases resilience and achievement (Dweck, 2006). Aimed at elementary school ages, they’re ideal for classrooms, libraries, and after-school programs.