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Developing Learning Walk Protocols

A Principal's Reflections

Another positive outcome of learning walks is the building of better relationships since the non-evaluative nature of the process focuses on meaningful growth around targeted look-fors. Google Forms are great for this as they can be set up to instantly graph the data, which can be shared with staff. 2017 Dec;13(4):327-333.

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Modern Classrooms and Personalized Learning Are the Perfect Pair

EdTech Magazine

In a 2017 study by Blackboard and Project Tomorrow, 57 percent of teachers in blended learning environments said that technology has helped their students collaborate more with their peers, while 48 percent said that digital tools help students take greater ownership over their studies. . The 'Modern Classroom' Movement Is Growing Fast.

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Fewer Deals, More Money: U.S. Edtech Funding Rebounds With $1.2 Billion in 2017

Edsurge

based edtech startups in 2017 saw a resurgence of investment capital. Yet at 126 deals, the number of fundraises in 2017 is also at its lowest since 2011. educational technology companies whose primary purpose is to improve outcomes for teachers and learners across K-12 and higher education. million in 2017.

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Education Technology Trends for 2017: An Interview With Martin McKay.

EdTech4Beginners

I think 2017 is going to be an exciting year, there’s going to be a lot more cloud based technology than there was before and when classes and content are delivered in the cloud and via browsers, it means kids can access the same experience and content at home as they can in the classroom. Collaboration has almost become free!

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ISTE 2017 Preview: What to Expect from This Year’s Conference

eSpark

As we countdown to ISTE 2017 , here’s a few things we’re excited to see, do, and learn about during the conference. Her keynote address is sure to get ISTE attendees thinking outside the box as they work to provide better outcomes and opportunities for students nationwide. We’re spending the conference with Google at booth 1718.

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Education: by the numbers

Neo LMS

Overall, in 2017, the national grade was a C-average, scoring a 74.2. The indices used include: The Chance-for-Success Index which takes an holistic view of the entire K-12 process, looking at the overall role education plays in creating positive outcomes for an individual over a lifetime. Google currently rules Ed-Tech.

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ISTE 2017 Preview: What to Expect from This Year’s Conference

eSpark

As we countdown to ISTE 2017 , here’s a few things we’re excited to see, do, and learn about during the conference. Her keynote address is sure to get ISTE attendees thinking outside the box as they work to provide better outcomes and opportunities for students nationwide. We’re spending the conference with Google at booth 1718.