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Fewer teenage mothers, but they still present a dropout puzzle

The Hechinger Report

It’s particularly tempting to overlook this latter group because of the rapid decline in teen pregnancies over the last 25 years. “Improving outcomes for young mothers can often improve outcomes for their children.” One is special-needs students. Another is teen moms. But it is hardly a problem solved. .

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How does an intelligent learning platform help teachers create a truly personalized learning environment?

Neo LMS

So, how can educational institutions offer a personalized learning environment for students without having to divide them into smaller groups based on their interests and level and get a separate teacher for each group? With the help of edtech, students to learn at their own pace and focus on their specific goals. Key takeaways.

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How Attendance Awards Backfire

Digital Promise

School attendance has become a point of focus in educational reform in recent years, as research has indicated that chronic absenteeism is a predictor of poor academic performance and higher dropout rates. One-third — the control group — did not receive any letters or awards. Findings: Awards Can Be Demotivating.

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Measuring Up–the Key to Meeting State/National Standards

Ask a Tech Teacher

Measuring Up materials are available in digital and print format and can be used to serve full classes, small groups, Saturday instruction, or summer school. Teachers can individually assign Standards practice to classes, groups, or individual students. For more data, click this link to find a list of academic and case studies.

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Online Learning vs. Classroom Learning Research

eSchool News

According to a study by the National Education Policy Center, students engaged in face-to-face instruction tend to achieve higher academic outcomes compared to those in online environments. This can lead to feelings of isolation and disengagement, impacting learning outcomes. A study conducted by the U.S.

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The Professional Development Problem

EdNews Daily

If we can’t effectively support our educators then expecting them to reverse the concerning trends of high school dropouts (more than ¼ fail to graduate H.S.), Professional Engagement includes classroom management, dealing with challenging students, interacting with families, and understanding oneself in relation to all these groups.

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What researchers learned about online higher education during the pandemic

The Hechinger Report

As an assistant professor of economics at City College in New York, Shankar knew that one of the most important requirements of scientific research was often missing from studies of the effectiveness of online higher education: a control group. Credit: Paul Bersebach/MediaNews Group/Orange County Register via Getty Images.