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Measuring Up–the Key to Meeting State/National Standards

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For example, the National Dropout Prevention Center conducted a year-long study of the Measuring Up program and its impact on student outcomes. Two I recommend are: National Dropout Prevention Center’s evaluation of Measuring Up reveals students experienced substantial academic progress. Pick what interests you.

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Why Teachers Are So Influential in the Choices Young People Make

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The sooner kids receive intervention and treatment the better the outcome typically is. It’s not just a matter of their grades, although high school dropouts are much more likely to abuse drugs and alcohol. The Center for Disease Control reports that there are 4,300 alcohol-related deaths involving underage drinkers each year.

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Learning Revolution Free Events - Great, GREAT Keynotes - MiniCon - ISTE Unplugged! - Striving for Failure?

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

A Look At Physical And Digital Spaces Conversations Classroom 2.0 Digital Citizenship Infographics. The NEA shared this article that discusses nation-wide efforts to re-engage high school dropouts. Two excellent resources for your classroom, library, or media center from our friends at Common Sense Media. Hot Topic: BYOD.

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Learning Revolution Free Events - The Conference - Next Up #Reinvent14 - Appreciative Inquiry and AERO

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

Thursday, April 24th in Omaha, NE Identifying the Learning Potential of Apps, Websites, and Games & Resources for Teaching Digital Citizenship on an iPad; , Common Sense Media presenter, Jeremy Nielsen, will deliver two great sessions at the Nebraska Educational Technology Association event in Omaha, NE. More information here.