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10 Ideas for Primary ELA Stations

A Principal's Reflections

Technology Station : Here is a great way to integrate digital literacy and acquire data using adaptive tools when appropriate. Use tablets or computers with ed-tech tools focused on ELA skills, such as letter recognition, phonics games, or digital storytelling tools.

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From pencils to pixels: Tech is shaping the future of education

eSchool News

Students would laugh as the teachers mumbled about the annoyances of technology. Now think about how far the classroom has come since then–schools stocked with iPads and tablets, interactive touchscreens, and even virtual reality headsets. There are various new adaptive learning platforms, including Smart Sparrow and ScootPad.

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What Technology or Teaching Tools Do You Use to Enhance Your Teaching?

eSchool News

AI-driven platforms also automate administrative tasks, freeing up teachers to focus on individualized support, fostering a more efficient and adaptive educational environment. Online platforms such as Flipgrid encourage student engagement through video discussions.

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Technology Tools for Teaching and Learning

eSchool News

Educational apps and games can make learning more enjoyable, transforming educational content into interactive and game-like experiences that motivate students to explore and master new concepts. This personalization enhances the effectiveness of teaching by catering to each student’s pace and learning preferences.

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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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What’s New: New Tools for Schools

techlearning

Amplify Close Reading is a digital graphic novel that engages students in a suspenseful story while helping them master close reading skills covered by ELA standards in grades 6–8. The tool is ideal for differentiated learning, literacy, English-language learners (ELL) or Special Needs instruction.

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Classroom Design Trends: Update Classroom Layout to Boost Engagement

ViewSonic Education

How Classroom Design Affects Student Performance. Without a doubt, classroom design has a big effect on student engagement and academic performance. Connection – a measure of how readily students can connect to the rest of the school. Educators are embracing the need to adapt learning spaces.

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