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This Math Program Helped Students Blow State Test Scores Out of the Water

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They attribute the success to increased student engagement, better support for English language learners during math instruction and more opportunities for differentiation—all thanks to Levered. Fourth grade ELLs at both schools grew their CAASPP scores by 252% of the state average in the 2017/2018 school year. Source: Levered.

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This Math Program Helped Students Blow State Test Scores Out of the Water

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They attribute the success to increased student engagement, better support for English language learners during math instruction and more opportunities for differentiation—all thanks to Levered. Fourth grade ELLs at both schools grew their CAASPP scores by 252% of the state average in the 2017/2018 school year. Source: Levered.

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Characteristics of The 21st Century Classroom

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

This facet of modern education transcends the traditional use of textbooks and blackboards, weaving digital tools seamlessly into the learning process (NETP, 2017)). Smartboards, for instance, have transformed the way lessons are presented, offering interactive and dynamic content that can cater to various learning styles.

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S'Cool Tools of the Week: Plotly, DoodleMaths

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As we start 2017, here’s what a couple of educators across the interwebs are stoked about. DoodleMaths : Neil Jarrett, a year 6 teacher and math coordinator in Bangkok, Thailand, inspired us to include this tool this week after listing it as one of his favorite adaptive learning apps. Did you miss our top S’Cool Tools of 2016 ?

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The 7 Key Elements of eSpark’s Theory of Learning

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eSpark’s Theory of Learning is grounded in seven research-based elements – teaching practices or design elements – that are directly linked to student learning outcomes. 1: Differentiation Keeps Learning Accessible. 3: Student Engagement Increases Motivation. 4: Direct Instruction Ensures Success.

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Characteristics of The 21st Century Teachers

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

For instance, a study by Louis and Marks reveals that schools with strong professional communities not only enhance student achievement and classroom organization but also lead to greater student engagement and reduced learning disparities. Adaptive teaching in literacy instruction: Case studies of two teachers.

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K-12 Dealmaking: PowerSchool Acquires Haiku Learning; Jefferson Education Partners with Fishtree

Marketplace K-12

Jefferson Education Partners with Fishtree: The education accelerator has partnered with Fishtree , an adaptive learning platform designed to streamline the process of content curation. Fourteen teams were selected from among 52 applicants.