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How to Increase Family Involvement with Connection

Waterford

Check out Waterford’s on-demand webinar page and learn how to implement CARES, a framework for inclusive family communication, genuine relationships, clear and flexible expectations, and concrete support, in your schools. Email is also an option accessible to most. Want to maximize family engagement in your schools?

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Computer Science is Growing in K-12 Schools, But Access Doesn’t Equal Participation

Edsurge

Computer science has a wider footprint in schools than ever before, but there are differences when it comes to who has access to computer courses and who’s enrolling. Students learn problem solving, communication and how to bounce back from failure. Coding is one of those areas where it's a skill, but it’s also an art,” Ebert says.

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More Than Half of High Schools Offer Computer Science, But Access Isn’t Equal

Edsurge

That’s according to the 2021 State of Computer Science report jointly released last week by the Code.org Advocacy Coalition, Computer Science Teachers Association and the Expanding Computing Education Pathways Alliance. The figure is based on data from public high schools in 37 states, a first for the report.

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Unlocking the Power of Creativity and AI: Preparing Students for the Future Workforce

Edsurge

Many standards and curricula don’t call out creativity explicitly, and teachers aren’t often trained on how to teach and assess creative thinking. How can we help educators overcome the fear of the unknown regarding AI? Johnson: If we want to ensure equitable access, I want to really hammer home the point that teachers need training.

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The Impact of Creativity on College and Career Readiness

Edsurge

Tacy Trowbridge Lead for Global Education Thought Leadership & Advocacy Adobe What importance does creativity play when it comes to college and career pathways? She teaches students to be more inclusive by making their creations accessible to those who are differently abled. What creative skills are employers looking for?

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Excellent Free STEM Strategies from TGR Foundation and Discovery

The CoolCatTeacher

Summer is a great time to learn how to do that as you prepare for fall and back to school. We’ll also learn how to keep up to date with what is happening with TGR Foundation and Discovery Education as they release excellent free STEM resources for educators. How can we ensure STEM is more than just a buzzword?

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The looming threat that could worsen the digital divide

eSchool News

This funding, which was crucial in bridging the digital divide, now stands at a crossroads, potentially leaving many educational institutions grappling with outdated technology and hindering access to the digital resources necessary for effective learning. Advocacy for the extension or renewal of ECF funding is a critical step.