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Learning Analytics 2018 – An updated perspective

IAD Learning

There are many benefits of using learning analytics, as follows: Increase retention and performance: Learning analytics may be used to reduce dropout rates and increase students’ performance. Having the right insights allow for performing proactive tutoring and intervention.

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The newest form of school discipline: Kicking kids out of class and into virtual learning

The Hechinger Report

In Toppenish School District in Washington State, serving Yakima County, however, the transfer of a student to online learning for 10 to 20 school days is used as a top-tier disciplinary sanction, according to its student handbook. She watched as they fell behind in everything from academic courses to physical education.

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Chronically absent: Is quality education possible in juvenile detention in Mississippi?

The Hechinger Report

When asked for comment, Jackson Public Schools officials said that although they cannot publicly comment on or confirm a student’s discipline, the handbook considers box cutters weapons, and forbids students from having one in their personal possession on campus for non-instructional purposes. “Bored.”

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OPINION: Many student-parents drop out because they don’t have enough time for their schoolwork, research shows

The Hechinger Report

GPA, but she had to retake several other courses because she didn’t have sufficient time to study. A number of federal financial aid programs require students to enroll full-time, and other restrictions often require even higher courseloads for the more than half of college students who are placed into developmental courses.

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New routes to success in learning are popping up around the country

The Hechinger Report

Step 6: Create a grammar handbook to describe five Parts of Speech. Many programs also make it difficult for adults by requiring students to go full-time; it’s tough to balance work and family responsibilities while carrying a full course load. If you score below 80 percent, go back to Step 3. Step 7: Take the unit quiz.