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How to Encourage Girls in Your Classroom to Get Involved in STEM

Waterford

6] Whether you’re an elementary school teacher or work with older grades, you have the power to make a difference. Women’s History Month is just around the corner, and now is the perfect time to re-evaluate how you approach STEM in your school. If one-on-one mentors aren’t possible, group mentors can also be effective.[14].

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Engaging Students Right From the Start

User Generated Education

In normal times when students come to my classroom (I provide pull-out services for gifted elementary level kids), I get them doing hands-on activities within minutes of entering into my classroom. The main instructions of the game are that each member of the group introduces themselves by stating two truths and one lie about themselves.

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The Most Popular Post in 2009.

The Web20Classroom

As 2009 comes to a close I wanted to take a look back and see what post did people visit the most. On Nov 18 we discussed how to motivate teachers to use more technology in the classroom. On Nov 18 we discussed how to motivate teachers to use more technology in the classroom. Not enough time to learn how to use a new tool.

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Characteristics of The 21st Century Teachers

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

For instance, in her study titled “ Adaptive Teaching: Reflective Practice of Two Elementary Teachers’ Visions and Adaptations During Literacy Instruction “, Vaughn (2014) examines how two elementary teachers adapt their teaching methods in response to their students’ needs during literacy instruction.

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

Waterford

Read on to discover the impact of technology in education and how to get the most from its unique benefits. Many educators aren’t motivated to use digital resources in class, often because they’re unsure how to use them effectively or are unaware of the benefits.[1] How to Get the Most from Technology in Schools.

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Behind the findings of the Tennessee pre-K study that found negative effects for graduates

The Hechinger Report

The latest release, which followed students who started at the state-run pre-K program in the 2009-10 or 2010-11 school year through the end of sixth grade, found that grads of the program had lower academic scores, more behavioral problems and more special education referrals than their peers who did not attend.

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How Parent Empowerment Can Change Your Classroom for the Better

Waterford

Additionally, some families—especially those from marginalized backgrounds—may feel unsure about how to best engage in the school community. How to Create Opportunities for Parent Empowerment. Developmental Psychology, 2009, 45(3), pp. Parent Involvement and Children’s Academic and Social Development in Elementary School.

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