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Schools and Colleges Try Virtual Reality Science Labs. But Can VR Replace a Cadaver?

Edsurge

And a range of companies have recently started offering products to outfit such digital alternatives. Those companies include tech giants as well as smaller players. Google has partnered with science education company Labster to create an online biology degree program with virtual reality labs.

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For two states, the digital transition requires an overhaul of the process

edWeb.net

Refocusing classrooms around up-and-coming digital materials requires more than just adding a new tech-based product or two as many processes for reviewing and purchasing instructional materials are still built around print textbooks. About the Presenters. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING.

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Inside Maine’s disastrous roll out of proficiency-based learning

The Hechinger Report

Toppan, a junior at the high school, was angry that the administration hadn’t sought student input about the change, and worried that a switch to a 1-4 grading system, with a 3 the highest possible grade on some assignments, would hurt her chances of getting into a good college. It’s about equity,” he said.

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How to Use the Triple E Framework for Edtech Evaluations

The CoolCatTeacher

Get an overview of the framework everyone is discussing and understand how it impacts learning in your classroom on today’s show. It also includes vetted resources that you can download and use in your classroom immediately. Introducing Dr. Liz Kolb So, so excited about today. A lot of folks were talking about this at ISTE.

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2016 Global Education Conference Starts Sunday - Important Information!

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

There is something about being a helper and contributor that makes the conference experience special, and a global camaraderie that develops across cultures and time zones that is incredible. Help us spread the word about this unique and free professional development event, and we will list your organization’s information on our web site.

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Schools Are Looking for Evidence From Their Edtech. Are Companies Ready to Provide It?

Edsurge

With enough tech flooding schools in recent years to reach critical mass, and enough kids who have fallen behind academically during the pandemic to raise the alarm, school district leaders are asking more questions about the evidence behind edtech products. And companies, in turn, are beginning to work out the answers.

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Global Collaboration Week Begins - Find a Project and Connect!

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

The primary goals of this event are to demonstrate the power of global connectivity in classrooms, schools, institutions of informal learning and universities around the world, and to introduce others to the tools, resources, projects, and networks that are available to educators today. Please let others know about this free set of events!