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6 tips to help educators support young readers

eSchool News

The only part of the word students need to learn is the middle two letters, “ai,” which spell the sound /e/. When teachers call attention to the parts of the word rather than presenting the word as a whole, it can help students gain a better understanding of reading. Support teachers with time for professional learning.

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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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How the Substitute Teacher Shortage Is Impacting Teacher Professional Development

Edsurge

Excited for the opportunity to focus on their learning, teachers find their seats and start to chit chat about the lesson plans they’ve left for their students. This workshop is part of a tech ambassador program, which builds technology advocacy across the district.

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The Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) Announces Recipients of its 2022-2023 Leadership Awards

eSchool News

The awards program honored 17 individuals for their extraordinary education advocacy and leadership. PAST- Dr. Roosevelt Nivens, Superintendent, Lamar CISD, TX PRESENT- Dr. Calvin Watts, Superintendent, Gwinnett County Public Schools, GA. The 2022-2023 honorees are: ALAS Awards. Latino Serving Superintendent of the Year.

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Agency: Important for Students and Educators

A Principal's Reflections

Empowerment and ownership need and should be associated with learning to increase relevancy, value, meaning, and outcomes. The desire to increase agency in the form of voice, choice, and advocacy should be viewed as just as important for educators (teachers and administrators) as it is for students.

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The Importance of the Right Technology in Schools

edWeb.net

The program was based on a framework that emphasized providing a systematic support system for students, engaging them in the learning process, and developing STEM career paths. The program had three foundational components: access to technology, professional learning for teachers, and technical support.

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Transforming Reading Instruction to Include the Science of Reading

edWeb.net

MT), Superintendent Casey Bertram sees the transformation process taking five to ten years and including multiple goals, such as an early literacy goal, individual grade-level goals, and professional learning goals for the district staff. Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast. Moving Forward. Join the Community.