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Boost Morale with These Simple Strategies

A Principal's Reflections

Morale can best be defined as the confidence, enthusiasm, and discipline of a person or group at a particular time. Using self-determination theory (Deci & Ryan, 2008), a study involving 735 workers was conducted to examine autonomy's impact on overall morale. However, this is easier said than done. & Ryan, R. Newstrom, J.W.

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Who is the Theranos of Education?

Edsurge

But who was—or is—the Theranos of the education sector? As John Warner referenced in 2018 , AltSchool sought to create “technology-infused schools that would revolutionize education;” in brass tacks, Ventilla and his team sought to create a network of microschools buoyed by a technology platform containing self-paced courses and curriculum.

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Technology and Digital Media in the Classroom: A Guide for Educators

Waterford

While it can be hard to keep up with every trend in educational technology, the mindset you have when it comes to classroom tech matters just as much as which ones you use. Read on to discover the impact of technology in education and how to get the most from its unique benefits. Benefits of Using Tech and Digital Media in Education.

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18 Effective Classroom Motivation Strategies

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

57) In this post I am primarily concerned with instructional interventions, that is, those strategies, you as a teacher and educator can use in your teaching practice to drive students motivation and enhance their engagement. Group Work Explanation : Group work requires students to collaborate in small teams. ” 18.

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ChatGPT with My Students

User Generated Education

I love educational technology. As many in education know, commentary about ChatGPT is appearing on the news, social media, and the internet. As I always do, I am exploring its use in my classes (elementary-level gifted education). Now, similar work is often seen as innovative by colleagues.

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Experiences in Self-Determined Learning: Moving from Education 1.0 Through Education 2.0 Towards Education 3.0

User Generated Education

Lisa Marie Blaschke, Mr. Chris Kenyon, and Dr. Stewart Hase contacted a group of us due to our interest in heutagogy for the purpose of writing a chapter in an edited book. My Own Chapter: M oving From Education 1.0 Through Education 2.0 Towards Education 3.0. Moving From Education 1.0 Through Education 2.0

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Where education systems stumble, grassroots groups step in to raise success rates

The Hechinger Report

Among other things, the boosters who pitched international companies to come and do business in this port city promised that its high quality of education would guarantee a steady supply of skilled employees. It’s an expectation,” Carolyn Akers, the education foundation’s CEO, said with a firm gaze and an even tone. MOBILE, Ala.

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