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The Future is Now: Preparing Our Youngest Scholars for a Digital World

The CoolCatTeacher

But it stands to reason that we must help students know how to effectively use these tools so they do not hinder and that they help But do they know how to use technology effectively? And how much is too much? Around 70% of kindergartners can use educational apps on tablets or smartphones.

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5 Benefits of Technology in the Classroom

ViewSonic Education

This is just as true for the elementary classroom as it is for the lecture hall. When it comes to integrating technology into the classroom for these types of students, ebooks and interactive whiteboards are good choices. It should be no surprise that studies show engaged students retain more of what they have learned.

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In 2024, education will build systems that champion the science of reading

eSchool News

Because of the lack of strong national guidance and support, some schools used their Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief funds to adopt a curriculum that purports to be the “science of reading.” The Reading League predicted this, and outlined it ahead of time in our free ebook, Science of Reading: Defining Guide.

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Design Thinking Process and UDL Planning Tool for STEM, STEAM, Maker Education

User Generated Education

Some makerspace activities may be focusing on how to use the resources available and may not be connecting the activities to the curriculum or around a real world problem. The educator can assist learners in the interview process including how to develop interview questions. Video Game Design with Elementary Learners.

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How Teachers Can Just Work 40 Hours a Week?

The CoolCatTeacher

Angela Watson: It’s not about working a 40 hour week–members choose their OWN target number and determine how to allot those hours throughout the week. How does this program work? There is a group for elementary (K-5) and one for secondary. Will this work for me in that case? I post important reminders in both groups.

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Bionic reading method: read like AI, think like a human

Brainscape

Hand-in-hand with our uncompromised access to too-much information and the ever-present distractions of technology, has come a shift in the way we consume information : from reading long-form content to quickly scanning through short articles and social media updates. How is it pronounced? The result? What do they look like?

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On INFOhio’s light

NeverEndingSearch

I continue to be inspired by their efforts to ensure equity–to support all Ohio parents, teachers and librarians in developing college and career readiness and essential literacies and to ensure they know how to access and use the fabulous resources provided by their state. Leveraging social media and spreading the word.