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How to Compare and Contrast Authentically

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Compare and contrast findings presented in a text to those from other sources (including their own experiments), noting when the findings support or contradict previous explanations or accounts (9-10 grade Reading Standards–Science). 4th grade Reading Standards–3). Clearly, this is a seminal skill.

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Helpful Tips to Integrate Media Literacy in Your Teaching

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

Tools to use: Software like iMovie or Adobe Spark Video can make this a seamless process. They can then present their findings and the methods they used to determine the news’ authenticity. How to implement: Give students a topic related to your curriculum and ask them to create a 2-3 minute explainer video.

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Announcing "The Microschool Summit - Changing education, one small school at a time!"

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

Each three-hour event consists of a keynote panel, 10-15 crowd-sourced thirty-minute presentations, and a closing keynote. After earning a master’s degree in nuclear fusion from MIT, Kelly served in engineering and marketing roles at various technology companies, before selling a small software business in clean energy.

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Launching SchoolLibraryNJ (and some models beyond)

NeverEndingSearch

We’re exited to launch SchoolLibraryNJ , a evolving project designed to address inequitable access to resources for K12 schools and libraries and to present the value of librarians in digitally curating resources for teaching and learning. The site is a work in progress with the team continuing to expand and refine our Guides.

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ISTE 2016: Edtech Companies Pitching a Mile High

Edsurge

Nine edtech companies, nominated by the incubators that hatched them, will present to an audience of 25 education leaders. 2007), a research lab which builds virtual tutors for reading and science. Among the fun and games happening at ISTE in mile-high Denver this year is a pitch competition. Does not require an extra app.)

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Characteristics of The 21st Century Classroom

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

Smartboards, for instance, have transformed the way lessons are presented, offering interactive and dynamic content that can cater to various learning styles. Educational software, ranging from language learning apps like Duolingo to math problem-solving platforms like Khan Academy, provides personalized learning experiences.

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How to Compare and Contrast Authentically

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Compare and contrast two or more versions of the same story and Compare and contrast the most important points presented by two texts on the same topic (2nd grade Reading Standards–2). Compare and contrast the most important points and key details presented in two texts on the same topic (3rd grade Reading Standards–2).

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