The Cornerstone for Teachers

OCTOBER 5, 2022

SEL can sometimes feel like “one more thing” we have to do, and can sometimes feel inauthentic to students. This is especially true for secondary students. That’s how I came up with these five strategies and routines that help me cultivate a safe and welcoming classroom for secondary students.

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 10, 2019

Once a novelty in many classrooms and makerspaces, 3D printers are again flourishing as valuable classroom tools thanks to advanced technology , lower costs and more products and services geared toward K–12 education. . 3D Printing Engages Students. How Teachers and Students Use 3D Printing in Today’s Classrooms.

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Edsurge

JUNE 21, 2023

Student disengagement in writing at the secondary level is a pervasive challenge school districts face nationwide. Many students perceive writing as formulaic, disconnected from their life experiences and lacking opportunities for personal agency and expression.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

And Singapore launched a tailored coding class for primary and secondary school students as early as 2014. All of this is based on solid evidence: Computer science students are 17 percent more likely to go to college and have a successful career. Why is coding in the K-12 classroom important?

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

K-12 assessment and research organization NWEA recently released results of a yearlong study examining the effectiveness of a reading fluency intervention targeting struggling middle school readers from historically marginalized populations or those living in poverty. We are excited to see it being used in classrooms across the country.”

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techieMusings

APRIL 27, 2021

This year has undoubtedly forced us to reexamine assignments and assessments, reimagine what collaboration and projects look like, and create new avenues for students to actively participate in all aspects of class, whether at home or in the classroom. Vardi’s 8th Grade American Studies Class. STEP 2: WRITE A SCRIPT.

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Edsurge

MARCH 31, 2021

The project was at times messy and chaotic, placing control in the hands of students. But it provided them an engaging way to learn firsthand the difficulties of creating and sustaining a government structure. With an increased emphasis on improving test scores in reading, writing, math and science, social studies fell to the wayside.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Changing the way calculus is taught, proponents argue, helps more students find math approachable and relevant, making them therefore more likely to succeed while studying it. Students are given a set of rules for solving these equations and then drilled on them, with the “why are we learning this?” question answered afterward.

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MindShift

MARCH 18, 2018

While it’s easy to envision using math picture books in elementary school classrooms, literature for older grades poses a bigger challenge. The two occupy opposite ends of the secondary math spectrum — seventh-grade pre-algebra and 12th-grade calculus, respectively — and both have found ways to strengthen student engagement through reading.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 16, 2015

Today’s students have access to far more knowledge than their parents once found in encyclopedias and on maps. With the click of a mouse and without leaving the classroom, they can access the collective knowledge of all mankind via the Internet. But that’s not the only way technology is making it easier for students to learn.

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Shake Up Learning

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Jackson, a seasoned education professional with a rich and diverse background spanning from classroom teaching to curriculum design and professional development leadership. Introducing Verizon Innovative Learning HQ, an easy-to-use, free, online portal that empowers K-12 educators to bring new ways of learning into the classroom.

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Digital Promise

JANUARY 9, 2018

Recent Australian studies show there’s a decline in student participation in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) subjects in high school. We want more of our students to take up STEM in schools and universities so we have a steady stream of graduates skilled in these areas for the future.

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Waterford

OCTOBER 21, 2020

Some flexibility can help students feel rewarded after a long stretch of work. Examples could include encouraging the student to enjoy a break after an assignment or to change locations by studying outside on a nice day. Maintaining social skills is vital for students with special needs.[13] Fleming, Nora.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Students, counselors and school personnel, as well as parents or guardians, can work together to identify the right mix of high school courses to take that align with each student’s natural talents and future plans. Inspiring student engagement as students lean into, not out of, their education.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 14, 2020

So goes the origin story of many education startups born this year, like ClassEDU, which raised $16 million to put some oomph in Zoom classrooms. million seed round for Engageli. But if there’s too much noise, a student can also mute others at the table.) It was never secondary for me, as it is for some faculty,” she says.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Research studies don’t provide strong evidence that synchronous learning universally leads to better student engagement and learning outcomes than asynchronous learning or vice versa. This social-emotional investment is even more important now to support students coping with the emotional toll of the pandemic.

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Omega Notes

OCTOBER 22, 2019

Differentiated learning in a post-secondary environment can improve not just student engagement and retention of material but instructor responsiveness to student needs. Ed tech is a tool that can provide faculty with student analytics and insight on how students engage with material, from acquisition to expression.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 9, 2022

Now that the third school year in a row has been disrupted by COVID-19, many students are struggling with academics and other issues that make it difficult for them to focus fully and enthusiastically on learning in the classroom. Integrating Resources with Student Inquiry.

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Shake Up Learning

JUNE 2, 2020

Join us for a FREE Shake Up Learning Book Study! Set Clear Expectations for Your Students (and Parents). Think about back to school, when you usually give students your class rules, expectations, syllabi, and orientation of the school and classroom procedures. Listen to this article: . Starts June 18). Synchronous v.

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Digital Promise

JUNE 15, 2016

PLCs go a step beyond professional development by providing teachers with not just skills and knowledge to improve their teaching practices but also an ongoing community that values each teacher’s experiences in their own classrooms and uses those experiences to guide teaching practices and improve student learning (Vescio et al.,

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Charlotte, NC — Minnesota’s South Washington County (SoWashCo) Schools today announced a new partnership with Discovery Education supporting science education in K-8 classrooms across the district. Mystery Science lessons conclude with a hands-on activity incorporating basic supplies commonly found in a classroom or at home.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 20, 2022

This year’s 9th most-read story focuses on instructional strategies for better student engagement. Student engagement has long been an indicator of growth and progress, and in the wake of the pandemic, it will prove essential for academic and social-emotional recovery. 4: Hands-on learning.

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Edsurge

APRIL 13, 2018

Taking the idea from theory to practice is something that takes a lot of work, and classroom teachers can sometimes benefit from extra support to make this successful transition. James, a secondary teacher in his third year, was one of many teachers considering what this might look like for the students in his classroom.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

As an integral part of learning today, educators and students deserve new and improved ways to display and interact with classroom content, but to be successful, these tools need to be flexible and user-friendly. Historically there has been a limit to seamless integration across various technology solutions within today’s classrooms.

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Doug Levin

APRIL 21, 2016

For each of the three primary (equity-focused) federal educational technology programs authorized by Congress since the passage of the 1994 revision to the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), below I provide details on the programs’: legislative authorization (i.e., the more detailed program rules, as determined by the U.S.

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eSchool News

JUNE 9, 2016

Virginia Beach City Public Schools is the second-largest school division in Virginia, with 55 elementary schools, 15 middle schools, 12 high schools, and a number of secondary/post-secondary specialty centers. Virginia Beach already started using Smarty Ants for PALS-identified students in its elementary schools as of February 2016.

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Reading By Example

JUNE 27, 2016

I attempted a schoolwide action research project this past year around literacy and engagement. We used three strategies to assess growth from fall to spring: Instructional walk trends, student engagement surveys, and digital student portfolios. ASCD Arias). .

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Reading By Example

JUNE 27, 2016

I attempted a schoolwide action research project this past year around literacy and engagement. We used three strategies to assess growth from fall to spring: Instructional walk trends, student engagement surveys, and digital student portfolios. ASCD Arias). .

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NeverEndingSearch

FEBRUARY 22, 2016

If you are seeking to inspire global awareness, critical thinking and student engagement, share the Global Oneness Project with your secondary classroom teacher partners. All resources are free and are accompanied by rich standards-aligned lesson plans that promote active and critical thinking.

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The Hechinger Report

JUNE 18, 2018

Miles Hooper, the 26-year-old manager of Vermont’s largest goat farm, remembers what it’s like to be 16 and not want to be in a classroom. It’s all part of a statewide push to “personalize” learning, giving students more of a say over what — and where — they study. Photo: Kelly Field for the Hechinger Report. RANDOLPH, Vt.

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Catlin Tucker

JULY 30, 2023

Blended learning seamlessly weaves together online and in-person learning experiences to boost student engagement and meet the unique needs of a diverse class by providing flexible pathways through learning experiences. Some might opt for the rainforest, while others may be captivated by the desert or ocean ecosystems.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JANUARY 7, 2019

The Global Leadership Summit will provide participants with the unique opportunity to: Develop the capacity to lead classrooms and educational systems that foster in students the will and the skill to tackle problems of real-world significance locally and globally. Lunch is included. More information on our featured speakers is below.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

A critical topic for schools, communities, and most importantly, our students, is what teachers do in the classroom to nurture ALL students, create a sense of belonging, and keep educational standards high. Racial discrimination can lead to trauma responses such as feelings of intense fear, anxiety, and helplessness in students.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 5, 2024

As an integral part of learning today, educators and students deserve new and improved ways to display and interact with classroom content, but to be successful, these tools need to be flexible and user-friendly. Historically there has been a limit to seamless integration across various technology solutions within today’s classrooms.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 14, 2018

The engineering process involves several steps, though, from asking questions to determining if what the students built solves the problem. Keith calls it a creative process, where even the youngest students engage in problem solving and asking themselves, “what if?”. Join the Community.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

AUGUST 24, 2023

Classroom management skills is the topic of our blog post today! Classroom management is an art and a science that lies at the heart of effective teaching. It’s the invisible thread that weaves together student engagement, academic success, and the overall harmony of the classroom environment. Gage, Ph.D.,

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iLearn Technology

MAY 8, 2017

How to integrate Check 123 into your classroom: Check123 is a great place for students to begin their research. These videos are between 1 and 3 minutes each, keeping students engaged in a topic and giving them bite-size information. Check123 videos are also wonderful as provocations for further inquiry.

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