A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 7, 2011

In an article for SEEN Magazine Dr. Daggett provides some nice working definitions for these two terms: Rigor - Academic rigor refers to learning in which students demonstrate a thorough in-depth mastery of challenging tasks to develop cognitive skills through reflective thought, analysis, problem solving, evaluation or creativity.

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eSchool News

MAY 11, 2022

The partnership will provide teachers the ability to utilize the ELA curriculum on Kiddom’s platform to share assignments digitally, communicate with students, and deliver personalized feedback on submissions, while prioritizing student reading proficiency and content knowledge of science and social studies.

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Blended Learning Resources Learning Professional Learning 52

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

JANUARY 3, 2024

Collaboration transcends classroom boundaries, involving a myriad of stakeholders – colleagues, students, parents, and the broader educational community. This highlights the essential role of teacher collaboration in school reform efforts, with restructured schools reporting marked improvements in student performance.

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Study Outcomes Elementary Data 121

eSchool News

APRIL 20, 2021

April 20, 2021 – After a rigorous evaluation, the Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA) has added CoderZ to its online list of professional learning programs. The list enables K-12 computer science (CS) teachers to find quality professional development opportunities and associated curriculum that fit their needs and goals.

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Robotics STEM Common Core Resources 53

The Principal of Change

NOVEMBER 19, 2016

Here students experience a bigger definition of creativity. In design thinking, students might be hacking a system, solving a problem, engineering a solution, tinkering, tweaking a process, testing ideas, gathering data or dreaming up new ideas. In the process, they are more likely to appreciate the creativity around them.

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Student Engagement Course System Professional Learning 28

edWeb.net

MAY 24, 2022

However, this is definitely not the case as many educators have been incorporating it into their classrooms for years. In a nutshell, SEL lessons teach important life skills that help students become resilient learners who are ready for academic learning. Online Games: Web 2.0 Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast.

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Learning Strategy Examples Analysis 89

edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

Can we define attendance if students simply log onto their Google Classroom or submit an assignment? The presenters on this panel think not and recommend that schools begin to look beyond the traditional definition of attendance and measure attendance through the lens of student engagement and participation.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 3, 2021

Recently, I had to educate myself on the current trends in helping students who are anxious, depressed, worried, or just need guidance about the future. Research note: As Wall (2021) indicates, there is a definite connection between trauma and student behavior as well as student learning. Look at this course.

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EdTechTeacher

JANUARY 8, 2020

At the end of the Challenge, it was evident to the districts that each community should adopt a RWL definition that meets their own district and community context. Image Caption: “7 Pillars of the Strategic Framework for Real World Learning”] .

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Graphite Blog

JUNE 6, 2016

During the school year, the professional learning we receive can be very district- or campus-centered. According to Malcolm Knowles' theories in adult learning, we should: Be task-oriented -- not only focused on memorization. Start by picking a target grade level, then the unit you believe your students need the most.

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Graphite Blog

JUNE 6, 2016

During the school year, the professional learning we receive can be very district- or campus-centered. According to Malcolm Knowles' theories in adult learning, we should: Be task-oriented -- not only focused on memorization. Start by picking a target grade level, then the unit you believe your students need the most.

Digital Citizenship 40

Digital Citizenship Edcamps Common Core EdTech 40

edWeb.net

AUGUST 26, 2019

While definitions of SEL can vary, key elements include self-awareness and social awareness, relationship skills, self-management, and responsible decision making. And, the goals for students engaged in this type of learning include self-esteem, empathy, motivation, and commitment. Join the Community.

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Differentiated Instruction Secondary Advocacy Dropout 43

Reading By Example

OCTOBER 20, 2016

I prefer this definition over the typically more technical description frequently offered by #edtech evangelists. The focus is on what might happen when students collaborate and communicate around topics of interest. These elements can ensure students meet their potential. References.

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Personalized Learning Blended Learning Learning Exercises 42

NeverEndingSearch

SEPTEMBER 9, 2016

The K20 Learn playlist , features such videos as Whys and Norms, Grouping Strategies , Supporting Arguments, CUS and Discuss , Four Corners , Gallery Walk , and Commit and Toss. The TeachingChannel is all about community, sharing and video-enhanced professional learning. Here’s one on evidence-based academic discussion.

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Tools Strategy Digital Citizenship Video 40

Reading By Example

OCTOBER 20, 2016

I prefer this definition over the typically more technical description frequently offered by #edtech evangelists. The focus is on what might happen when students collaborate and communicate around topics of interest. These elements can ensure students meet their potential. References.

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Personalized Learning Blended Learning Learning Exercises 28

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

APRIL 20, 2020

Bell 1:30 PM Empowering Students in a Distance Learning Environment with John Spencer (60 minutes) 3:00 PM Personalizing the Online Classroom Through Creative Teaching and Learning (60 minutes) with Candy Mowen 4:00 PM Rethinking Students Evaluations as a Tool to Improve Online Instruction (30 minutes) with Steven J.

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edWeb.net

AUGUST 5, 2022

Student engagement with a product does not equal learning. Learn more about this edWeb broadcast, “ Quality Control: Why EdTech Product Certifications Should Matter to District Leaders ,” c o-sponsored by Branching Minds and Digital Promise. Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast. Join the Community.

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EdTech Outcomes Company Comparison 81

The Hechinger Report

JANUARY 26, 2021

Bourret’s learning curve when it came to personalized learning is pretty typical for teachers, said Chris Liang-Vergara, who was then serving as LEAP’s chief of learning innovation. It’s definitely not always rainbows and sunshine,” said Liang-Vergara. Related: The messy reality of personalized learning.

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Digital Promise

FEBRUARY 8, 2016

Richard Del Moro, Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction, adds that Middletown works hard to make their students “feel good” by providing opportunities beyond academics, including extracurricular activities, athletics, music, and the building environment. Why does that matter? They showed some trepidation.

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Blended Learning Elementary Broadband Dropout 139

Digital Promise

FEBRUARY 8, 2016

” As a result, students engage in academics, athletics and extracurriculars because they “know you care.” Eastwood wants each student to be proficient in math and reading before finishing 5th grade. Why does that matter? ” All of these efforts are setting the groundwork toward a concrete goal.

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Blended Learning Elementary Broadband Dropout 120

MindShift

JANUARY 26, 2021

Bourret’s learning curve when it came to personalized learning is pretty typical for teachers, said Chris Liang-Vergara, who was then serving as LEAP’s chief of learning innovation. It’s definitely not always rainbows and sunshine,” said Liang-Vergara. Keeping that honest and real is important.

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Personalized Learning Education Learning Training 45

Graphite Blog

JANUARY 15, 2016

To access free, easy-­to-­follow, project­-based math lesson plans that are broken down by Common Core standard and check out some free webinars on Minecraft, please visit our professional learning community, MathcraftPLC. Student engagement: Minecraft is naturally fun, engaging, and collaborative.

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