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VR Gives Students New Ways to Learn

EdTech Magazine

Teachers used VR headsets and software to make lessons more engaging and realistic in subjects such as science and history. VR headsets and software can provide lifelike simulations that allow students to repeat behaviors multiple times before applying their learning in the real world.

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VR Gives Students New Ways to Learn

EdTech Magazine

Teachers used VR headsets and software to make lessons more engaging and realistic in subjects such as science and history. VR headsets and software can provide lifelike simulations that allow students to repeat behaviors multiple times before applying their learning in the real world.

Advocacy 195
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The looming threat that could worsen the digital divide

eSchool News

Advocacy for the extension or renewal of ECF funding is a critical step. They are able to conduct a comprehensive assessment of a school’s device inventory, taking into account the age, condition, and compatibility with the latest software to give a clear understanding of the potential value if upcycled.

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Epilepsy Foundation Partners with Vector Solutions to Offer Seizure First Aid Trainings to Educators

eSchool News

— The Epilepsy Foundation announced a five-year collaboration with Vector Solutions, the leading provider of training and software solutions for K-12 and higher education institutions, to offer the Epilepsy Foundation’s Seizure Recognition & First Aid Certification training in the Vector Safety and Compliance Course Library.

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STUDENT VOICES: We need more women in STEM fields, and we have ideas for making that happen

The Hechinger Report

Related: To attract more students to STEM fields in college, advocates urge starting in sixth grade Number two: Youth ambassador opportunities that develop leadership and advocacy skills. Advocacy efforts need to include and be led by youth, but that means we need support from the adults who are leading these conversations.

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After Recent High-Profile Data Breaches, Illuminate Education Quietly Gets Acquired

Edsurge

In a deal quietly announced last week, K-12 educational software services company Renaissance Learning acquired Illuminate Education for an undisclosed amount. The deal was announced last Monday on both companies' sites and in an email sent to Illuminate customers. Why the pairing? The deal makes sense to some observers, especially since U.S.

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5 steps to help students with reading-based learning differences

eSchool News

For writing, dictation software can also be invaluable. Encourage self-advocacy: While speaking up for oneself is essential, it’s not always easy for students, especially early in the school year. It’s about finding a pathway into the content that resonates with the student.

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