Digital Promise

MAY 18, 2021

Learn more about some of their best practices related to resource distribution, professional learning, and virtual engagement during the pandemic, in their own words. We also knew from a recent organizational analysis that one of MindCatcher’s strengths is the ability to support educators to address challenges.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 15, 2023

This hesitation is understandable, as any new technology brings about both excitement and trepidation. AI in instructional coaching: Analyzing practices and breaking down conversations AI, and specifically generative AI tools, are revolutionizing instructional coaching by providing powerful insights and analysis into teaching practices.

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Digital Promise

JANUARY 8, 2020

Through this stack of five micro-credentials, learners show their skills in becoming a reflective practitioner, relationship-building, and equity-centered design in their own leadership practice as well as their organization’s. To learn more about this private stack of micro-credentials, please contact us.

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Digital Promise

JUNE 19, 2019

In this series, we take a closer look inside our new paper, “ Micro-credentials and Education Policy in the United States: Recognizing Learning and Leadership for Our Nation’s Teachers.”. Some compelling examples are emerging. Questions must be considered when developing policies. We will explore this opportunity in our next blog post.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 22, 2022

Before she started using Schoolytics , Alice Keeler experienced this struggle firsthand: “The worst is sitting in a meeting pretending to care about data that is old or doesn't really mean anything. When leaders are vulnerable, their team is given implicit permission to open up about what they’re experiencing, too.

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Edsurge

APRIL 10, 2024

In turn, this analysis helps educators make informed choices that directly affect student learning and school effectiveness. High-quality data management systems that automate the collection and analysis processes are key for institutions seeking to shift toward a data-driven model.

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Edsurge

MARCH 1, 2024

About two years later, I had a second retinal detachment and needed another surgery, which eventually resulted in significant vision loss in my right eye. And worst of all, I developed immense anxiety about losing my vision. I went to my eye doctor and learned I was suffering from a retinal detachment that required surgery.

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Dangerously Irrelevant

JANUARY 27, 2019

Generously supported by Ted Dintersmith and in cooperation with the North Dakota Council of Educational Leaders , the goal was to kick off a three-year investment in leadership capacity-building across the state for future-ready learning, teaching, and schooling. Learn about robust, technology-infused learning at the 2013 Iowa 1:1 Institute.

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eSchool News

MARCH 27, 2024

Get feedback from people who are using the tools every day by including educators in your conversations about which edtech solutions to invest in. Look for solutions that offer data visualizations and analysis features, facilitating a clearer understanding and actionable insights.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Many educators are excited about the potential for AI to finally help us realize our goals of creating personalized learning journeys for students. However, Project Unicorn’s 2023 State of the Sector Report indicates that this remains a significant challenge for school districts. ideal timeline, budget, etc.) Are you ready to get started?

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Digital Promise

JUNE 5, 2019

In this series, we take a closer look inside our new paper, “ Micro-credentials and Education Policy in the United States: Recognizing Learning and Leadership for Our Nation’s Teachers.”.

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Dangerously Irrelevant

JULY 1, 2019

Brainstorm with some colleagues or a coach about how to shift the two questions you picked toward deeper thinking and learning. Do learning activities and assessments allow students to engage in deep critical thinking and analysis? Podcast – How to take our leadership and teaching to new levels. Domain Knowledge.

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A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 12, 2014

It isn''t about using technology because it exists. It is about how the technologies of the world have already influenced how children are learning. Ongoing professional development, constant review and analysis of successful attempts at the changes in learning opportunities and the increasing use of technology offer momentum."

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

And what—if anything—can we glean from the number of former educators in the leadership ranks of edtech companies? That’s because if teachers are enthusiastic about a product they found themselves, he says, it’s a sign it will be a good fit for other teachers in the district, too. The short answer is—it depends.

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Edsurge

APRIL 26, 2024

As dissatisfaction among higher ed employees rises , there is growing concern about retaining faculty amid widespread burnout. This fosters a supportive leadership culture that comprehends campus dynamics and provides enhanced support accordingly. Stakeholders question, “What’s in it for me?” This is known as the WIIFM factor.

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A Principal's Reflections

JULY 7, 2019

Rachel Eells's (2011) meta-analysis of studies related to collective efficacy and achievement in education demonstrated that the beliefs teachers hold about the ability of the school as a whole are "strongly and positively associated with student achievement across subject areas and in multiple locations" (p. Bandura, A. New York: W.H.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

It had always been his plan, and he had no reason to doubt it: He’d earned a full scholarship to college and acceptance into a leadership program designed to attract and retain Black male teachers. The price we’re paying for that is more concerns about people’s basic skills and knowledge. This story also appeared in USA Today.

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eSchool News

JUNE 9, 2023

Teachers can go about their day using the displays in their classrooms. We’re proud to recognize Rise Vision with an EdTech Breakthrough award for the flexibility that lets campuses construct complex, multimedia presentations that include videos, commentary and analysis, animated diagrams, audio, and more to enhance school safety.”

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eSchool News

JULY 21, 2023

An independent panel from multiple industries selected the 49 honorees for the Houston Business Journal recognition based on their strategic leadership, career achievements, contributions to the greater Houston community and more. Intervene K-12 provides tutoring in a variety of subjects, including math, reading, and English language support.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Edie asks teachers about their professional goals, and then teachers analyze and reflect on videos of their classroom instruction by adding time-stamped comments. Edie takes a guide-on-the-side approach to help teachers summarize the evidence found during video analysis and develop action plans to increase impact with their students.

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Edsurge

MAY 5, 2023

Tacy Trowbridge Lead for Global Education Thought Leadership & Advocacy Adobe What importance does creativity play when it comes to college and career pathways? Whether high school graduates transition to college or a career, there is a good chance that they will tap into their creative skills. Creativity, in turn, can lead to optimism.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 18, 2023

It's one thing to say: Go learn about AI. The second dimension pertains to teaching young individuals how to harness AI for their future careers, leadership roles and learning opportunities. It's one thing to say: Go learn about AI. It's really critical that we're supporting educators in this moment.

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Waterford

JULY 6, 2020

While parent engagement gets parents in schools and informed about student assignments, parent empowerment involves them by providing opportunities to collaborate on school events or partner with teachers on their child’s academic goals. To be clear, parent engagement and involvement are important. Sources : Parent Power in Education.

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The Thinking Stick

AUGUST 7, 2023

Joanie Kraut shares her inspiring journey into the world of eSports and how her passion for gaming led her to a leadership role at Women in Games International. Joanie Kraut provides valuable advice for teachers who want to raise awareness about the vastness of the gaming and eSports industry among students.

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Waterford

JULY 21, 2022

First, start with a little information about yourself and your background as a teacher.[6] Keep writing teacher newsletters throughout the school year about upcoming class events and assignments. When you give them time to stop and ask questions about your class and plans for the school year, you encourage their involvement.

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Digital Promise

JULY 16, 2019

Once an educational technology (edtech) tool is in a school, the hard work is just beginning due to a number of potential hurdles and challenges that leadership and educators need to overcome. Visit the Edtech Pilot Framework to learn more about the edtech marketplace. Learn More.

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The Hechinger Report

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

A September 2020 meta-analysis found that student achievement tended to improve after a school turnaround. Their fresh look at the collective evidence shows that rapid turnarounds aren’t useless, according to a paper published September 2020 in the journal of Educational Evaluation and Policy Analysis. But not always.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Budgets meticulously calculated down to each line item might not have room to include additional paid staff for classroom support, but what about inviting families and other community members to lend a hand? Think about it. Creating moments for teachers to serve as “coaches” and share experiences and insights with colleagues.

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A Principal's Reflections

SEPTEMBER 16, 2018

The same could be said about commending and then sharing effective strategies. Image credit The primary purpose of an observation is to help teachers, coaches, administrators, and other staff improve through connections to research-based practices, data analysis, good feedback, and reflection. A good observation is all about growth.

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Edsurge

MARCH 5, 2018

We’ve learned so much from these passionate educators about what makes a school leader successful in driving achievement, and which qualities act as barriers to school success. These leaders react to failure with coaching and reflective data analysis rather than negative consequences. Here are some models to avoid.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 28, 2023

1991/1992) talk about five questions that teachers need to address in order to integrate portfolios in (college level) classrooms. provide a critical analysis of portfolio assessment, drawing on various research papers to identify its weaknesses. Educational Leadership , 48, 103 Frazier, D., Cooper, W., & Brown, B.J.

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EdNews Daily

APRIL 1, 2018

Students are also increasingly concerned with developing employability skills, with a global focus on problem solving and leadership skills. ”. Otherwise, it’s clear that more and more students are looking to specialize through pursuing master’s programs, where an undergraduate degree alone might no longer be enough.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

“Recently, the leaders at CTL got together to discuss the top trends we’re experiencing and excited about as we transition to 2024. Even though liaisons are legally responsible for identifying and supporting students experiencing homelessness, they are often excluded from key decisions about use of funding.

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A Principal's Reflections

JUNE 17, 2018

Goodwin & Miller (2012) provided this summary: In Marzano, Pickering, and Pollock's 2001 meta-analysis, McREL researchers found an effect size for feedback of 0.76, which translates roughly into a 28-percentile point difference in average achievement (Beesley & Apthorp, 2010; Dean, Pitler, Hubbell, & Stone, 2012).

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 3, 2015

As of late I have been working with a greater number of teachers across the country on digital leadership and learning. What scares me the most about leaders by title only is that they have the ability and power to inhibit the changes that are desperately needed. Leadership is about action, not position. Now here’s why.

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The Hechinger Report

JANUARY 5, 2022

Editor’s note: This story led off this week’s Future of Learning newsletter, which is delivered free to subscribers’ inboxes every other Wednesday with trends and top stories about education innovation. Who on your team is waking up thinking about the future of education every day and how we get there?”. Subscribe today!

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The Hechinger Report

JUNE 29, 2022

People “from middle America to the coasts” are talking more about care for adults and children, and are seeking help from faith communities, schools, neighbors, and professionals, says Sharon Hoover, co-director of the National Center for School Mental Health and a professor of psychiatry at the University of Maryland School of Medicine.

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