Edsurge

AUGUST 11, 2016

A researcher, theorist, educator, Siemens is the digital learning guy. He’s credited with co-teaching the first MOOC in 2008, introduced the theory of “connectivism”—the idea that knowledge is distributed across digital networks—and spearheaded research projects about the role of data and analytics in education.

Digital Learning 60

Digital Learning Technology MOOC Learning Analytics 60

Kitaboo on EdTech

DECEMBER 4, 2023

The effects of mental health are not restricted to the teachers but in turn impact the students they teach, leading to poor academic outcomes, poor student discipline, and higher dropout rates. Create learning resources: Teachers can use digital learning tools to create customized learning experiences for their students.

Technology 52

Technology eBook Gamification Classroom 52

Edsurge

APRIL 23, 2019

First up is Christina Romero, a digital learning coach with Santa Fe Public Schools in New Mexico. She shares how a group of students encouraged one of their classmates who was struggling and what that taught her about the importance of student relationships. And that's what got me into the education sector.

Learning 149

Learning Dropout Company Groups 149

The Hechinger Report

DECEMBER 6, 2017

“The bad news is we’re not seeing a lot of innovation or discussion around personalized learning,” said Claire Voorhees, national policy director for the Tallahassee, Florida-based Foundation for Excellence in Education, an advocacy group for personalized learning. Oregon’s ESSA plan also personalizes teacher training itself.

Personalized Learning 72

Personalized Learning Policies Advocacy Assessment 72

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

APRIL 15, 2014

The NEA shared this article that discusses nation-wide efforts to re-engage high school dropouts. We could go even further and think about how to help learners develop the "mindsets" of those who are able to take risks and who accept that success on their part requires a certain amount of failure. This is very exciting research!

BYOD 52

BYOD Libraries Conference Learning 52

Hack Education

OCTOBER 6, 2017

“Free College” “How to Pay for Free Community College ,” according to Inside Higher Ed. Via ProPublica : “ For-Profit Schools Get State Dollars For Dropouts Who Rarely Drop In.” ” Via Alternet : “How Hackers Held an Entire School District Hostage.”

Education 49

Education Robotics Company MOOC 49