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Micro-credentials and COVID-19: Supporting Professional Learning When Schools are Closed

Digital Promise

In the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, districts and educators have been tasked with shifting teaching and learning online, and many are seeking resources to support learning in this new environment. We recognize that while educators adapt to new realities, they remain dedicated to their students’ well-being and learning.

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SETDA Launches Cybersecurity Resource Focused on Small, Rural, and Under-resourced Districts

eSchool News

In collaboration with Microsoft and the K12 Security Information eXchange (K12 SIX), this initiative underscores SETDA’s commitment to providing essential tools and guidance to support state educational agencies. state and territorial educational technology and digital learning leaders.

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Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) Partners with Scholastic to Create Latino-inspired Book Collection

eSchool News

For more information visit: [link] For more information about ALAS, visit [link]. It is of vital interest to invest in the education of every child, and the professional learning of all educators who serve Latino youth. By the year 2026, Latino children will make up 30 percent of the school-age population.

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Excellent Free STEM Strategies from TGR Foundation and Discovery

The CoolCatTeacher

A Look at (Re)Defining STEM (Re)Defining STEM is the first module in this professional development series. You’ll want to download the companion guide and take a look at the information covered in the course to see if it is right for you.

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6 tips to help educators support young readers

eSchool News

Use this information to plan for your phonics and fluency instruction. Support teachers with time for professional learning. Teachers need ample time to gather resources to plan for instruction , learn new professional practices, collaborate with colleagues, and reflect on their learning and growth.

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Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) Launches Sister Schools Program Across Four States and the Territory of Puerto Rico

eSchool News

For more information about ALAS, visit [link]. It is of vital interest to invest in the education of every child, and the professional learning of all educators who serve Latino youth. By the year 2026, Latino children will make up 30 percent of the school-age population.

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Tired of the Same Old Professional Development? Let Students Lead.

Edsurge

PD has a bad reputation in education circles, and it isn’t because teachers are resistant to professional learning. On the contrary, teachers want professional learning that is practical, engaging and relevant. Next came the trickier part: planning an engaging professional learning experience.

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