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The Making of the Modern Librarian: The Value of School Libraries

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For a new generation of educators, these pursuits have something in common: They’re all appropriate learning exercises that can take place in the school library. Makerspaces, or library media centers that encourage collaboration and support student invention, are on the rise across the United States. As the U.S.

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How digital tools and AI can enhance social studies

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From interactive simulations to online databases of primary sources, these tools offer educators a wide array of resources to enrich their curriculum and foster student learning. In secondary settings, AI can enhance historical research and analysis by automating tasks such as data collection, text analysis, and pattern recognition.

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Ensuring Effective Integration of Technology and Curriculum to Maximize Learner Potential

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The right team, professional development and buy-in are essential to transformative digital learning, according to leaders of some of the largest K–12 school districts in the U.S. To achieve this, Carrozza's district is streamlining platforms, tools and curriculum choices to develop a unified digital learning ecosystem.

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Secrets from the library lines: 5 ways schools can boost digital engagement

eSchool News

Once your school district makes the commitment to have a digital library, the next step is for people to understand how they can stay engaged. In just one year of having a digital collection, checkouts from the district’s digital library increased by 184 percent. Secret 1: Harness Visuals. About the Presenter.

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Professional Learning in a Pandemic

Digital Promise

I’m finding a lot of great micro-credentials centered around digital learning with resources that I can apply now and in the future. With COVID-19, we will most likely find ourselves back to digital teaching next year,” she said. Micro-credentials support educators’ continuous, on-demand learning.

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EdisonLearning and Pointful Education Partner To Expand Access To Online Career and Technical Courses

eSchool News

Pointful Education’s suite of CTE and elective offerings are now available to all secondary students enrolled in eCourses through EdisonLearning. The courses feature project-based learning, engaging video content, a variety of assessments, and interactive activities. Learn more at [link]. About Pointful Education.

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Making the Most of Distance Learning: 7 Tips to Share with Parents

Digital Promise

Health and safety concerns, digital learning hiccups, and last-minute changes have already made this school year challenging for parents and families. To get started, here are seven ways that families can support their child’s learning at home. Ask your local library about access to free digital or audio books.

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