Thu.Feb 06, 2025

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Reading Skills Are in Sharp Decline. Rescuing Them Won't be Easy.

Edsurge

BROWNSVILLE, Texas Its nearly 5 p.m. on a Friday, and Dolores S. Perez is hard at work in the Brownsville Public Library. Shes also one of the people having the most fun. Parsing education data into snack-sized servings. Perez, known as Ms. D to her pupils, sits at a table with one of the young students she tutors as they clap and sing as part of their lesson.

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How a Student Innovation Club Harnesses Solar Power for the Community

Digital Promise

The post How a Student Innovation Club Harnesses Solar Power for the Community appeared first on Digital Promise.

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New School Leader Starter Kit

techlearning

If you’ve just become a leader in your school, here’s some advice, resources, and more to help you get started

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10 Ways to Love Yourself More This Valentine's Day 2025

Twinkl International Publishing

Valentine's Day is a time to celebrate love, not just for others, but also for yourself. Self-love is an essential part of mental health and well-being, and this Valentine's Day, Twinkl encouraging everyone to take a moment for themselves.

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Enhancing Higher Education with Generative AI: A Responsible Guide

Generative AI holds tremendous promise for all stakeholders in higher education. But guardrails are needed. Strong governance that empower instructors are at the core of a responsible approach to using generative AI in academia.

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IPHONE FUN!

Kathy Schrock

I use my iPhone for everything and feel I am pretty adept at most things. I have 766 apps on my iPhone 15 Max with iOS 17 and the apps are all organized into folders so I can easily find things. However, I continue to learn plenty of new things about the capabilities of the iPhone from users on TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, and Threads. I want to share two of my favorites with you.

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Twinkl Parents Ages 7 - 9 Newsletter - Activities for All

Twinkl International Publishing

Twinkl Parents Ages 7 - 9 Newsletter - Activities for All

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Twinkl Parents Ages 9 - 11 Newsletter - Weekend Time Fillers

Twinkl International Publishing

Twinkl Parents Ages 9 - 11 Newsletter - Weekend Time Fillers

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TCEA 2025: IT Leaders From Small, Rural Schools Brainstorm Solutions

EdTech Magazine

At small and rural schools, its not uncommon for staff and faculty to play multiple roles. According to Vince Moore, CTO for Breckenridge Independent School District in Texas, some technology leaders at such schools are spread thin, as they sometimes teach classes and drive the school bus. And while resources for school IT may abound at conferences, K12 organizations and online, Moore says only small and rural school IT leaders understand the unique challenges they face every day and must come t

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Fahrradprüfung - Kostenloser Ratgeber für Lehrer*innen

Twinkl International Publishing

Die Fahrradprfung ist eines der ersten groen Verdienste und "ernsten" Prfungssituationen, die Kinder in der Schule erleben. Wenn die ersten Sonnenstrahlen des Frhlings durch die Klassenzimmerfenster fallen und vielleicht auch zwei Beamte die Verkehrsregeln fr junge Radfahrer*innen im Klassenzimmer erklren, kann man in den Augen vieler Viertklssler*innen eine Mischung aus Vorfreude und Nervositt ersphen.

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Grow & Celebrate Your Most Valuable Teachers

MiddleWeb

Instead of focusing only on teachers who need to improve, the authors of Invest in Your Best recommend that school leaders recognize the achievements of the schools best teachers and tap into their expertise. A perspective-shifting read, says department chair Stephanie Choate. The post Grow & Celebrate Your Most Valuable Teachers first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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Enhancing School Device Management for Improved Learning

Schools face increasing challenges as technology becomes integral to education. Efficient device management is essential for maximizing technology use and safeguarding investments. Our article discusses the importance of tracking devices, outlines current challenges, and suggests modern solutions that go beyond traditional methods like Excel. Learn how advanced tracking systems can streamline operations, improve maintenance, and offer real-time updates for better resource allocation.

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10 Must-Have Valentine’s Day Resources to Engage Your Special Education Students

Twinkl International Publishing

Valentines Day is just around the corner, and its the perfect time to bring a little love and fun into your classroom! For special education teachers, finding engaging, differentiated, and accessible activities can be a challenge. Luckily, Twinkl has a variety of Valentines Day-themed resources to make learning both festive and effective.

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NAEP scores show disheartening trends for the lowest-performing students

eSchool News

This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters. Most American students are still performing below their pre-pandemic counterparts in reading and math, while the yawning gap between high-achieving and low-performing students got even wider, data from the nations report card shows. Results released from the 2024 National Assessment of Educational Progress, or NAEP, paint a sobering picture of academic haves and have-nots.

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‘You can’t survive on what we’re getting’, teaching assistants tell Low Pay Commission

Twinkl International Publishing

Teaching assistants feel undervalued, underpaid and underappreciated.

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Using free resources to connect the environment to education

eSchool News

Key points: Dynamic resources make a significant difference in student engagement and learning outcomes Turning classroom boredom into student brilliance 3 tips to authentically engage students in real-world STEM learning For more news on teaching trends, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub As a National Board-Certified Teacher, I love incorporating media literacy, environmental literacy, and civic engagement into my teaching.

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Quickly Create Personalized Learning Experiences that Work

How can we actively engage learners 24/7, on their level and according to their interests, while respecting their learning styles? It’s not impossible. In this guide: Explore how to transform traditional, one-way videos into two-way interactive learning experiences Understand different types of artificial intelligence (AI), including - Generative vs.

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New Ofsted grading systems – What do parents need to know?

Twinkl International Publishing

Details of the new Ofsted inspection system and report cards have been released and are now under consultation with educators.

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Early Years St. David’s Day Activities for Ages 0-5

Twinkl International Publishing

St. Davids Day is a fantastic event to celebrate in early years childcare settings. In this blog, youll find lots of wonderful St. Davids Day activity ideas, all hand-picked for use with children aged 0-5.

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Early Years St. George’s Day Activities for Ages 0-5

Twinkl International Publishing

St. Georges Day is a fantastic event to celebrate in early years childcare settings. In this blog, youll find lots of fantastic St. Georges Day activity ideas, all specially selected for use with children aged 0-5.

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KS2 Digest: February catch-up 2025

Twinkl International Publishing

Catch-up with the latest news from KS2 Digest in this handy February round-up.

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Can Brain Science Actually Help Make Your Training & Teaching Stick?

Speaker: Andrew Cohen, Founder & CEO of Brainscape

The instructor’s PPT slides are brilliant. You’ve splurged on the expensive interactive courseware. Student engagement is stellar. So… why are half of your students still forgetting everything they learned in just a matter of weeks? It's likely a matter of cognitive science! With so much material to "teach" these days, we often forget to incorporate key proven principles into our curricula — namely active recall, metacognition, spaced repetition, and interleaving practice.

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Where do teaching assistants fit into the next steps for SEND provision in England?

Twinkl International Publishing

Reporting live from Westminster Education Forums Next steps for SEND provision in England.

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EYFS Digest: February Catch-Up 2025

Twinkl International Publishing

Catch up on the latest Twinkl Digest EYFS articles designed to keep you informed, encouraged and inspired.

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Updates to KCSIE 2024 and their role in safeguarding innovation

Twinkl International Publishing

Check out the updates to the Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024 guidance, with the help of Elevate Supply. Were here to guide you through any key changes.

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TA Digest February 2025 catch up

Twinkl International Publishing

A weekly round up of the weekly Digest updates in one place.

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Reimagining Chickering & Gamson's Principles Post-Pandemic: Technology's Central Role in Modern Edu

This white paper examines and proposes revisions to the "Seven Principles for Good Practice in Undergraduate Education" introduced by Arthur Chickering and Zelda Gamson in 1987 for today's technology-driven world.

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SEND Digest: February 2025 round-up

Twinkl International Publishing

A handy round-up of all the SEND Digest articles from February.

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Is the EYFS approach the answer to KS2 curriculum overcrowding?

Twinkl International Publishing

Headteacher, James Searjeant, explains how the KS2 curriculum could be more inclusive.

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Walentynki w szkole - jak spędzić z dziećmi ten niezwykły dzień?

Twinkl International Publishing

Walentynki to wyjtkowy dzie, ktry kojarzy si z mioci, przyjani i okazywaniem sobie wzajemnej sympatii.

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أغرب عادات رمضانية حول العالم

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Behind the Bell: The Underlying Impact of Tardiness in K-12 Schools

Managing a K-12 campus with constant pressure to meet performance metrics is challenging. And tardiness can significantly limit a school from reaching these goals. Learn more about why chronic lateness matters, and key strategies to address the following impacts: Data errors caused by manual processes Low attendance and graduation rates that affect a school’s reputation Classroom disruption, which leads to poor academic performance High staff attrition and “The Teacher Exodus” Unmet LCAP goals t

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100 Kata-kata Menyambut Bulan Ramadhan, Hikmah Penuh Makna

Twinkl International Publishing

Bulan Ramadhan adalah waktu yang penuh berkah untuk memperbanyak ibadah, memperbaiki diri, dan menyebarkan kebaikan. Kata-kata menyambut Ramadhan dapat menjadi pengingat untuk menjalani bulan suci dengan hati yang bersih dan penuh keikhlasan. Bagi anak-anak, Ramadhan juga menjadi kesempatan belajar tentang nilai-nilai Islam. Twinkl menyediakan berbagai bahan ajar menarik seperti poster doa, aktivitas islami, dan kisah inspiratif untuk membantu mereka memahami makna Ramadhan dengan cara yang meny

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Ways To Make Reading More Accessible for Learners with SEND using Twinkl Resources

Twinkl International Publishing

Reading is a fundamental skill that can open doors to a world of knowledge and imagination. However, for some learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), accessing reading can present unique challenges. As educators, it's our mission to make reading as inclusive and accessible as possible. Here are some strategies and Twinkl resources that can help support learners with SEND on their reading journey.