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What’s the Difference Between Project- and Challenge-Based Learning, Anyway?

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For many, competency-based learning might have been the first thing to pop in their heads. But others might have considered challenge-based, community-based or even case-based learning. Cator’s organization has tried to brand CBL as challenge-based learning.) Department of Education.

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Sal Khan: Test Prep Is ‘the Last Thing We Want to Be’

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Ten years ago, Sal Khan set out to change that with his Khan Academy videos, which let kids replay lessons as many times as they want. On YouTube, Khan Academy’s collection of videos (filmed at first in his bedroom closet) started off covering math but have since branched into science, history and other subjects. How’s that going?

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The Professional Development Problem

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Whether we call it job embedded coaching, professional learning, or mentoring; we need better integration with the shared mission/ vision of the school. The delivery method including video platforms, in-services, self-determined learning, and PD Communities require ongoing validation to ensure a greater return on investment (ROI).

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Curriculum Design is Emotional Work—This Teacher Makes It Easier

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Khan Academy videos coupled with IXL exercises aligned to standards we were learning in class. It took a lot of time and effort to curate the best resources from the surplus of providers, but it was worth it; I learned a lot about my students and my students learned in a way most suitable for them. .

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Competency-Based Education: A Reading Journey

Adam Watson Edtech Elixirs

I would argue that the principles laid out in the book are critical for moving to competency-based learning, as you need strong, clear, and consistent standards-based grading (SBG) practices to get there. Bonus: it includes a DVD with video clips! Make sure classroom teachers have a chance to discuss key excerpts!

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Why a K-12 Operating System is the Next Step in the Evolution of Edtech

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If students missed class or needed additional help, they could go to my website and access the day’s lesson as well as videos and digital exercises from YouTube and Khan Academy. Abbas Manjee's standards-based Algebra 1 scope and sequence. Full size image here. As my students submitted work, I tracked everything in my gradebook.

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WHAT’S NEW: NEW TOOLS FOR SCHOOLS

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Users can also use the NEO advanced features such as automation, gamification, learning paths, and competency-based learning directly from the Windows App. The video is part of Impero’s work to support schools in keeping students safe online and promoting good digital citizenship. TCI BRING SCIENCE ALIVE!

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