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On paper, teens are thriving. In reality, they’re not

The Hechinger Report

Researchers have pointed to the introduction of smartphones — the iPhone was introduced in 2007 — and the rise of social media as the culprit. But the easy way to deal with this is making sure that we have these prevention tools, so it doesn’t matter if they are using their phones — they know how to deal with their stress,” Havidic said.

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Creating your virtual library (quickly) using Slides and Bitmojis)

NeverEndingSearch

of course, you might consider using alternate tools like Glogster , Thinglink , Padlet to create your interactive interface. Embed your slide everywhere students, teachers and parents might discover it. Be creative about the many different types of interactive resources and experiences to which you link. by EZ EdTech! Valenza, J.K.

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Funding School Services in the Midst of Multiple Crises

edWeb.net

Employing an entry planning approach to “hit the ground learning,” AlignK12 identifies the relationships, processes, and tools and creates the conditions necessary to optimize resources at the district level to improve student outcomes. Lisa was one of 100 Superintendents selected as #FutureReady by President Obama and Secretary Arne Duncan.

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Could a ROWE (Results-Only Work Environment) be right for your classroom?

The Cornerstone for Teachers

Between 2005 and 2007, productivity increased by 41% and employee turnover decreased by 90%. Self-advocacy, union participation, and quiet quitting are some possible responses for teachers. As much as possible, teachers can make sure everyone has the same tools and resources to access learning. What could be exciting about this?

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Educating Kids for Life not for Tests

The CoolCatTeacher

I was a science educator, so I’m pretty comfortable and confident using technologies of all kinds, although the kids have really surpassed me when we start to get some of the newer tools that their using, particularly as part of their Maker Work. But I’m not uncomfortable around it. It doesn’t scare me.

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Join Us for the Third Annual Global Leadership Summit - March 23rd, 2018 in Boston

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

Ireland was the Practicum Director for Boston University’s Center for Digital Imaging Arts, connecting students with local and national non-profit partners, to develop critical digital tools and cultivate real-world skills among students. Ireland holds degrees from the George Washington University and the University of Virginia.

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Do We Need a National Open Education Strategy?

Iterating Toward Openness

Flat World Knowledge began publishing “open textbooks” in 2007, and Connexions at Rice changed their name to OpenStax and started publishing open textbooks in 2012. Consequently, even very well-funded nonprofits like Khan Academy charge a fee to use their generative AI tool ( Khanmigo ).

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