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5 Major K-12 Education Predictions for 2023

Education Elements

I don’t know about you, but I definitely feel a shift in how we live in this world. Day-to-day life feels a bit slower. Receiving Amazon deliveries the next day seems the norm, and whether or not your favorite restaurant will be closed due to staffing or delivery limitations is increasingly common. It’s not rare for apps on your phone to be buggy with the latest release, or for the remodeling of your home to take twice as long or cost twice as much as it did pre-pandemic.

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Keeping Bad Actors Out of K–12’s IP Surveillance System

EdTech Magazine

K–12 districts are investing a larger portion of their budgets in new security technologies to create safer environments for their school communities. A 2020 study conducted by Omdia on behalf of the Security Industry Association showed the market for physical security equipment in K–12 and higher education was $716 million in 2020. The K–12 sector accounted for about 56 percent of that amount.

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The Future of the Metaverse in Education

EdNews Daily

By Chris Klein The global metaverse market size was valued at $22.79 billion in 2021 and is expected to grow. Analysts predict the metaverse will dominate the EdTech sector by 2030. The Brookings Institution predicts “Soon it will be as omnipresent as TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook.” So, what exactly is the metaverse? And what role does it – or will it—play in K-12 education?

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Want to Learn About Your Students? Ask Questions — And Listen for the Answers

Edsurge

As 2022 turns into 2023, EdSurge asked educators and education leaders to share reflections on learning “lost” and “gained.” “Do you have some examples of questions to ask students for feedback?” “What are some ways to gauge students about their sense of belonging in the course?” Faculty often ask me a version of these questions, seeking ideas about how they can informally get students’ own perspectives on their learning and experience in a college course.

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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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Holiday Advice to get through the Holiday almost Stress-Free

EdNews Daily

By Tamara Fyke Holidays can be stressful no matter your family. But what about families that don’t always get along? Whether it’s past tensions, differing opinions, or general annoyance of bringing the whole family together, holidays aren’t always perfect and peaceful. When it comes to parenting, how do you model positive relationships when/if your family doesn’t really get along?

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How to identify student anxiety in the classroom

eSchool News

Issues stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic continue to pop up as educators devote more time to student anxiety issues in the classroom. Frustrations mount as they attempt to manage both instructional requirements and a decrease in achievement from at-risk students. In particular, teachers report escalating anxiety symptoms since the pandemic lockdowns, and data is now available to support their conclusions.

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STEM learning makes this educator shine

eSchool News

Each year, we share our 10 most-read stories. Not surprisingly, many of this year’s Top 10 focused on innovative ways to engage students, digital resources, and online and hybrid learning strategies related to post-pandemic teaching. This year’s 7th most-read story focuses on a Hero Awards winner dedicated to STEM education. One of three eSN K-12 Hero Awards winners and nominated by Bluum , Kim Leblanc was selected for the innovative STEM learning initiatives she champions in her dis

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Video: Horizon Room: K12 Process and Tech Model Architecture

EdNews Daily

By now, most of you are familiar with the Horizon Room Open Mic series. It is an opportunity for educators to be a part of a high-profile discussion on many of the important issues facing education today. Your host, Learning Counsel Publishing and Research Chief Academic Officer Chris McMurray, brings a fun, fast-moving platform that whisks away the usual education topics to bring you real solutions being used by schools and districts today.

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Practical Ways to Find the Magic in Literature

MiddleWeb

In Love & Literacy, the authors walk readers through key priorities of literacy learning, offer examples of real teaching moments, and give teachers what they need to use their ideas. Veteran teacher Rebecca Crockett now sees engagement and student understanding in a new way. The post Practical Ways to Find the Magic in Literature first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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Podcast: Making Literacy Skills Age Appropriate for Your Students

EdNews Daily

In this episode of the Learning Leadership Society Podcast, your host LeiLani Cauthen, CEO of The Learning Counsel, discusses the fact that as education embarks on pandemic recovery, the mission of continued support for literacy skills beyond early elementary grades is emerging as vital. What does this mean for teachers needing solutions for literacy skill gaps after those foundational school years?

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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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The Cook Center for Human Connection Co-Sponsors National Mental Health Cohort for District Leaders

eSchool News

Salt Lake City, UT — The Cook Center for Human Connection , a Utah-based nonprofit dedicated to eradicating suicide and advocating for mental wellness for everyone, today announced its co-sponsorship of a Mental Health Cohort created in conjunction with AASA, the School Superintendents Association and the Jed Foundation. The purpose of the group is to connect district leaders committed to serving the mental health of students, educators, and their communities. .

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Now that We’ve Cruised Past COVID, (Let’s Stay the Course)

EdNews Daily

By Kevin Dorsey, Ed.D. Most schools have returned to normal operations, but planning for future closures is still important. Now when schools close for weather, plumbing, transportation issues or so many reasons, schools can instantly flip to remote teaching and learning and never miss a scheduled school day. Benefits include not impacting school breaks or needing to extend the school calendar or adjusting graduation dates.

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What the Retreat From SPACs Means for Education Companies and Investors

Marketplace K-12

Newly announced plans to liquidate Class Acceleration Corp. are one sign of how market conditions have turned against special purpose acquisition companies, or SPACs. The post What the Retreat From SPACs Means for Education Companies and Investors appeared first on Market Brief.

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Making Stoicism a Daily Classroom Practice

MiddleWeb

Noting that stoicism is having a resurgence as modern Stoics create content online and in books, educator Greg Feezell reviews Ryan Racine’s The Stoic Teacher with its strategies to help teachers focus their energies on the things that they have influence over. The post Making Stoicism a Daily Classroom Practice first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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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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15+ Best Group Games For Kids To Keep Them Entertained

SplashLearn

Group games are one of the best ways to engage kids and keep them entertained. Group games for kids are not just a fun way to spend time with them but also contribute to building communication and social skills in them. So if you’re looking for the absolute best games to play with a group […]. The post 15+ Best Group Games For Kids To Keep Them Entertained first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.

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K-12 Dealmaking: Instructure Acquires LearnPlatform; Mathpresso Closes $70M Series C

Marketplace K-12

Instructure is acquiring a company known for helping school districts analyze their usage of ed-tech products. The post K-12 Dealmaking: Instructure Acquires LearnPlatform; Mathpresso Closes $70M Series C appeared first on Market Brief.

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Four Reasons Why Think Exam is the Best Online Quiz Creator

Think Exam

Quizzes are a fun way to assess a student’s knowledge of a particular subject. It is a great way to effortfully retrieve information from memory. Such efforts will build up the memory power of students and serve them well as they advance in their education.

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Bringing in the New Year with Buncee

Buncee

For many, heading into a new year gives the feeling of new beginnings, and encourages us to take a moment to reflect on the past year. It’s never too late to set goals and become inspired. These Buncee templates are a sure-fire way to become engaged with your goals, set a positive tone for the year ahead, and to be proud of the past year! Year in Review & End of Year Reflection.

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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