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Teachers need lots of training to do online learning well. Coronavirus closures gave many just days.

The Hechinger Report

After the Arizona State University Preparatory Academy announced on Friday, March 13, that it would shift its 11 schools to online learning because of the coronavirus crisis, teacher Theresa Ordell switched to high gear. Experts say teachers need weeks — if not months — of training to develop and implement an online class.

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The Benefits of Video in the Digital Classroom

ViewSonic Education

Digital-based learning benefits students. Blended learning and flipped classrooms. When teachers leverage technology, learning outcomes improve. From virtual labs and games to digital textbooks and online curriculum, digital classrooms rely on video. Increases student engagement in learning (75%).

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Pump up the volume! More talking in class, please!

The Hechinger Report

Launched in 2013, Classkick’s app lets teachers with iPads or Chromebooks create lessons for any subject. Sign up for our Blended Learning newsletter. Read more about Blended Learning. Photo: Chris Berdik. It’s a different dynamic when they don’t have get up in front of the whole class,” he said. “A

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What lessons does special education hold for personalized learning?

The Hechinger Report

Between the 2014-15 and 2017-18 school years, teacher retention grew from 60 to 90 percent. At the school, personalized learning has many facets, some of which are reminiscent of special education. CICS West Belden uses Summit, an online learning platform that has drawn criticism from some parents who worry about excessive screen time.

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Tipping point: Can Summit put personalized learning over the top?

The Hechinger Report

The centerpiece of Summit’s franchising effort, called Basecamp, is its Personalized Learning Platform, or PLP, a free, open-sourced learning management system that boasts a full curriculum for grades 6 through 12, including projects, online learning resources and tests. Read more about blended learning.

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What Lessons Does Special Education Hold for Improving Personalized Learning?

MindShift

Between the 2014-15 and 2017-18 school years, teacher retention grew from 60 to 90 percent. At the school, personalized learning has many facets, some of which are reminiscent of special education. CICS West Belden uses Summit, an online learning platform that has drawn criticism from some parents who worry about excessive screen time.