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Differentiating Instruction in Kindergarten and Elementary Grades with Laura Robb

The CoolCatTeacher

Furthermore, kindergarten and elementary grades are fundamental. EXTENDED EPISODE - Episode #791- The 10 Minute Teacher Podcast Differentiating Reading Instruction in Kindergarten through Elementary Laura Robb, Reading Expert. Transcript - Differentiating Instruction for Kindergarten and Elementary - Laura Robb - Episode 791.

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A Glitch in the EdReform Matrix: The 2016 EdNext Poll on Blended Learning

Doug Levin

Given that I do not believe that the 2016 EdNext Poll on School Reform’s findings about ‘blended learning’ should be taken at face value, what do I think the poll actually reveals? Certainly, the data seem to suggest a story here that begs further investigation. This is malarkey.

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For First Time Ever, Majority of U.S. Grade 3-8 Students to Test Online in Spring 2016

Doug Levin

elementary and middle schools will be administered via technology and not in a paper and pencil format. Grade 3-8 Students to Test Online in Spring 2016 appeared first on EdTech Strategies. K-8 Market (2015-16 School Year). In fact, only 15 percent of all end-of-year state tests will not offer an online administration option.

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Robotics and Computer Science for Elementary Level Learners

User Generated Education

I absolutely love all of the new robotics toys that have been coming out for elementary age learners. To complete this challenge, you must gather data about the best route through a maze and figure out how to build a program so Sphero can successfully navigate through the mayhem. The Task: A Small Group Project. Osmo Coding.

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A Glitch in the EdReform Matrix: The 2016 EdNext Poll on Blended Learning

Doug Levin

Given that I do not believe that the 2016 EdNext Poll on School Reform’s findings about ‘blended learning’ should be taken at face value, what do I think the poll actually reveals? Certainly, the data seem to suggest a story here that begs further investigation. This is malarkey.

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Tear Down That Wall? Why Data Walls May Cause More Harm Than Good.

Edsurge

The practice is known as “data walls,” and is designed to serve as a motivational tool. At South Newton Elementary School In Newton, N.C., At South Newton Elementary School In Newton, N.C., Scores are color-coded by class, and students’ names aren’t attached to the data (nor do they have a unique code).

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Amidst Opioid Addiction, Plummeting Morale, One Elementary School Reinvents Itself

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When you enter Parker-Varney Elementary School, you are immediately struck by the relaxed atmosphere. Parker-Varney grade bands—K/1/, 2/3, 4/5—allow teachers to gather and review data and respond to academic and social needs when needed most. Multi-age classrooms also help boost students academic performance.