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New Report Shows the National Math and Science Initiative’s Long-Term Impact on Ensuring Equitable Access to STEM

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In a report released today, data suggest that compared to the national average, students enrolled in NMSI-supported Advanced Placement® courses are more likely to further their education and earn STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Math) degrees. NMSI’s College Readiness Program is working to close the STEM gap for all students.

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The Importance of IT Asset Management in the Education Sector

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Reading Time: 4 minutes The use of technology in the education sector is becoming a top priority for most schools in North America and Europe. Education establishments are spending millions of dollars into having technology in their curriculum. A knowledge base portal is a series of potential problems and related solutions.

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10 Must Read Books for Every Teacher

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

October , 2015 As life-long learners, teachers are continuously learning to improve their teaching practice and expand their knowledge base. Thankfully, the Internet has levelled the ground and.read more.

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Lessons and Leadership During the Switch to Online Learning

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Overall, the panelists are optimistic that the transition to online learning will hasten the adaptation of technologies and teaching methods that will better prepare students for 21 st century careers. The integration of new technologies in schools has been an ongoing process that sometimes seems to take longer than it should.

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Math Scores Drop, But Achievement Gap Narrows for U.S. Teens in International PISA Assessment

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The results are in: The National Center for Education Statistics today released its findings for the 2015 Program for International Student Assessment (PISA). The 2015 study showed that the country’s 15-year-olds have largely stagnated in subjects like science and reading literacy, while math scores have fallen.

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Beyond the Genius Bar: Cultivating Leadership With a Student-Led Tech Team

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You’ve probably heard of the student-led “Genius Bar”, which is generally a team of student leaders that provide technical support for the technology devices and programs in their schools. What a great way to utilize and develop student knowledge and skills, right? TEACHERS KNOW BEST, 2015 Not Just the Student Leader Usual Suspects.

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Connecting Computer Science to Today's World

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While I believe in embedded and integrated technology, I am somewhat concerned that this process isn't truly creating the path that is rigorous enough for the future. But the truth of the matter is, most schools aren't this fortunate and therefore they can't afford to hire the level of knowledge base needed on a school budget.

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