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Why Do Students Struggle with Mathematics?

N2Y

The “arithmetic to algebra gap” is a term used to describe how students who appear successful in elementary mathematics standards struggle with learning secondary mathematics. This is not a simple issue with elementary mathematics instruction or content or even with how algebra is taught. The Arithmetic to Algebra Gap.

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ST Math: The Gaming Software Changing Online Learning

MIND Research Institute

He and I were going through a couple of clarifying questions after reading his recent white paper unpacking the underlying scientific concepts of ST Math. Given what we know about how schemas work , as educators, our focus should not rely on merely telling students how to solve a problem. Gameplay Makes Math Accessible.

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How Gameplay Enhances Math Learning

MIND Research Institute

He and I were going through a couple of clarifying questions after reading his recent white paper unpacking the underlying scientific concepts of ST Math. Given what we know about how schemas work , as educators, our focus should not rely on merely telling students how to solve a problem. Gameplay Makes Math Accessible.

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Creating a Vision for Your School and Getting Buy In from Stakeholders

The CoolCatTeacher

We read their white paper for transforming teaching and Learning. K-1 students have access to an iPad, 2-12 students have access to MacBook Airs. What can it look like in an elementary classroom? How can we implement socially embedded lessons and activities? Tell us about your learning beliefs. Lynn: Sure.

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2 Big Teachers Unions Call For Rethinking Student Involvement In Lockdown Drills

MindShift

We had some students sort of joking around because they weren’t sure how to handle this. In a white paper out Tuesday , the groups say they do not recommend active shooter training for students. .” The first time it happened, not long after the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Fla.,

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To Leverage Tech in Writing Instruction, This Superintendent Channeled Justin Bieber

Edsurge

As an educator, Jared Cotton has worn nearly as many hats as Dr. Seuss’s Bartholomew Cubbins—elementary math and science teacher, assistant principal, principal, district director of assessment and accountability, assistant superintendent, superintendent. Along with that, you have to provide support because a math teacher or a P.E.

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WHAT’S NEW: NEW TOOLS FOR SCHOOLS

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www.getalma.com ) Alma Technologies has announced it is allowing any SQL-based business intelligence tool, such as Tableau and Jaspersoft, to access data from its modern, student information system and learning management system. Software & Online ALMA TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

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