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The Siri and Alexa Test

A Principal's Reflections

Whereas in the past, knowledge could be readily accessed from encyclopedias and books, this took time. Artificial intelligence is now a disruptive force that allows anyone to instantaneously access basic knowledge and facts. The Internet drastically changed this process by ushering us all into the Information Age.

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How Can School Leaders Personalize Learning? New Book Offers a Guide.

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A new book offers something like a step-by-step manual. Rubin spent 10 years in the classroom, and he has been the Chief Education officer at the HIghlander Institute since 2011, and has led personalized learning efforts in Rhode Island schools. EdSurge: Talk a little bit about how you came to write the book. How do we balance?

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For Educators Who Get In Trouble But Want To Stay In Their Professions

The Jose Vilson

Last night, I was asked to speak virtually to a group of student teachers who read my book This Is Not A Test for class ( on sale at Haymarket Books , by the way). It was great speaking to this group of students after nine years of learning, leading, and troublemaking since the release of the book.

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The Journey to Becoming an Author

A Principal's Reflections

I never imagined I would have authored or co-authored a book, let alone six. To this day I still remember sitting in a district administrator meeting in November 2009 when my secretary called to tell me that CBS New York City wanted to come to the high school and feature how we were using Twitter in the classroom to support learning.

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Case Study Resources for Modern Teachers

Ask a Tech Teacher

National Science Teaching Association The National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) offers an extensive knowledge base for science educators. From books and journals to blogs, you will find something that can be beneficial for your students. The case studies are in full text and downloadable.

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10 Effective Ways Teachers Can Make Learning Relevant and Meaningful

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

It’s allowed me to discern not just what literature suggests but what truly works in the dynamic, ever-evolving environment of a classroom. Here are some strategies, along with examples and supporting books: 1. Book : “ The Power of Meaning: Crafting a Life That Matters ” by Emily Esfahani Smith 2.

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Does the Word ‘Teacher’ Still Describe What Educators Do in the Classroom?

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In 2008, Heidi Williams, author of the book “No Fear Coding,” began asking herself some retrospective questions about her role as a teacher at an International Baccalaureate School in Racine, Wisc. She notes that many who attend have no intention to teach in classrooms. “No It is like having a housing secretary who lived in a house.

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