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There Are 700K+ Credentials — and Counting. Which Ones Are ‘Quality’?

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Crunching Credentials Data Why expend all this effort researching credentials? Both reports note that most jobs available today require some education or training beyond a high school diploma, and that on average, workers who have post-secondary credentials earn more than those who don’t.

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The school that connects STEM, badging, and life beyond the classroom

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To address this challenge, we began brainstorming ideas about how to advance assessment to better promote success in these internships and students’ future college and career experiences. So, how do we do it? Next page: A unique badging model engages students. Collaborating with partners.

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Turning ‘Google Maps for Education’ From Metaphor to Reality

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Today, Google Maps is an open ecosystem for accurate, real-time geospatial and navigation data. To bridge the gulf, it will take a similar open-data ecosystem to support learner navigation. This data must be in a machine-readable format and interoperable to work in all apps and systems.

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Can Competency-Based Education Demonstrate Mastery Across a Lifetime? #DLNchat

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Morrison felt, “the issue with working together right now is that we're all putting our own 'spin' on CBE which makes it hard to aggregate data across institutions.” So how can institutions work better together? But don’t bet all your bitcoin on big data. The work completed in a CBE program could become part of a digital CV.”

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The Power of Positive Climate and Culture

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Here are some ideas on how to improve climate and culture both in the classroom and school-wide. How a person feels is paramount to achievement. Often, they need to learn how to speak to one another politely and have civil discourse in a safe environment. Track data all year with celebrations and share-outs.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

Topics will include how to integrate technology into English Language Arts and Math classrooms, differentiated instruction, technology implementation strategies, and more. Take advantage of Robert’s expert tips for explaining frequently misunderstood science topics; gathering student data; and helping students think scientifically.

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Planning for the Total Cost of Edtech Initiatives

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Using CoSN’s blueprint for smart IT decisions as a guideline, the three superintendents explained how to align priorities, and balance choice with cost and outcomes to creative sustainable programs. The district was one of three schools recognized nationally by ISTE for its digital badge program.

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