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How to Prevent the Summer Slide and Help Reduce Educational Inequality

Waterford

How Summer Learning Loss Widens the Achievement Gap. The literacy rate in America is marked by a gap between privileged and disadvantaged communities. National Teacher Education Journal, Spring 2011, 4(2), pp. The post How to Prevent the Summer Slide and Help Reduce Educational Inequality appeared first on Waterford.org.

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Characteristics of The 21st Century Classroom

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

During my teaching career, I’ve observed that when students are given the autonomy to explore subjects that they are passionate about, their engagement and retention rates soar. ” Both critical thinking skills (e,g., It involves understanding how to navigate the digital landscape responsibly and effectively.

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The 7 Key Elements of eSpark’s Theory of Learning

eSpark

Our team uses an 85% positive rating as a baseline. How do we know that engaging students works better than scores and praise? Step-by-step instruction, particularly with math, and clear goal or expectation setting both increases test scores and improves the attitudes of students who struggle (Al-Makahleh, 2011). #5: Contact Us.

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3 Ways to Successfully Upgrade your Internal Network

Education Superhighway

” With solid Internet connectivity and infrastructure already in place, Ryan concentrated on building a stronger internal network using E-rate Category 2 funds. As Sheridan schools considered implementing 1:1 student device programs back in 2011-2012, it was important to invest in putting fiber between all the buildings.

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Online Learning's 'Greatest Hits'

Edsurge

In a telephone interview, Phil Hill, edtech guru and co-publisher of the widely followed e-Literate blog , acknowledged that “the LMS is not only part of the university’s core infrastructure, but it also allows faculty and students to use technology creatively in the classroom.”

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OPINION: How teachers bridged two Boston high schools to reap gains for all students

The Hechinger Report

Since 2011, our schools – one charter, one district – have participated in a partnership that demonstrates that when schools step out of their comfort zones they not only can improve student outcomes, but can effect positive change across entire teaching communities. The partner was the Jeremiah E.

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8 Ways to Help New Teachers Thrive (and Veteran Teachers Too!)

The CoolCatTeacher

The Research About Keeping Teachers First, let’s dive into some research about how to help teachers thrive (and not quit teaching.) K., & Bruegmann, E. Interestingly, he also admits that he almost quit teaching this past school year. We have to do better. We have to help and encourage each other. 24) Jackson, C.

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