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MiEN Company Releases White Paper on How Flexible Furniture Creates Active Learning Environments

eSchool News

But one commonly overlooked factor in this transition is classroom design. Active learning not only promotes student engagement and the development of critical thinking and collaboration but also creativity and communication – all of which are skills that employers are seeking.

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How to Integrate Computational Thinking with “Look Fors”

Digital Promise

What does it look like to integrate computational thinking and computer science in the classroom? Digital Promise has been working with districts and educators from across the United States to integrate computational thinking (CT) and computer science (CS) into K-12 classrooms. What are “Look for” documents?

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Schools Need Robust Networks to Support Internet of Things

EdTech Magazine

Recognizing the value of smart and connected classrooms, most school districts are experimenting with the Internet of Things or plan to do so in the near future. But will current K–12 networks be ready to carry the onslaught of additional traffic?

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Free STEM Curriculum Distance Learning Resources

Teacher Reboot Camp

These are some additional free remote learning resources: A remote learning guide for new or existing Buncee users that are looking to learn how to use Buncee for remote learning or in combination with tools such as Microsoft Teams, Google Classroom, Wakelet, and Flipgrid.

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Projectors VS. Flat Panels? What K-12 Districts Need To Know When Choosing Classroom Displays

techlearning

Educators know that interactive collaboration impacts the classroom environment by shifting the mode of teaching and increasing student engagement. What are the key factors that districts should be aware of when choosing new classroom display options?

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Could VR Be the Missing Piece in Meaningful Language Instruction?

Edsurge

When students put that headset on, they can practice on a level that’s just not possible online or in the classroom. Bonner: It gets to the heart of the learning needs of English Language Learners in any age group: kids, university students and business people. It only appears when the students need it.

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Leading the Integration of AI in a School System

edWeb.net

Initial Planning A good starting point for educational leaders is the recent white paper on AI from the US Department of Education’s Office of Educational Technology. Our team of experienced educators believes that when the teacher becomes an active participant in the learning process, innovation can happen in the classroom.

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