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Tech Tip #139: 9 Reasons to Use Digital Books

Ask a Tech Teacher

In these 169 tech-centric situations, you get an overview of pedagogy—the tech topics most important to your teaching—as well as practical strategies to address most classroom tech situations, how to scaffold these to learning, and where they provide the subtext to daily tech-infused education. Today’s tip: Using digital books Category: Problem-solving As you discuss reading and the technology tools that inspire students in this activity, here’s a poster with nine reasons why students w

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Behind-the-Scenes Technologies Power K–12 Robotics Projects

EdTech Magazine

Robotics: It’s one of the many technologies that come to mind when people talk about science, technology, engineering and math projects. Yet while robots are the fun, shiny face of these STEM lessons, the real learning comes in the form of the technology that enables the robots to function. One piece of this puzzle is coding. Students who are learning robotics are learning how to code so they can program the robots to complete tasks or otherwise operate as they envision.

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Is ‘Crisis’ Thinking About Youth Mental Health Doing More Harm Than Good?

Edsurge

Crisis. Fatalistic. Overwhelming. That’s how some experts say the current national conversation about youth mental health is framed — and counter to its goal, that lens is hurting the ability to find solutions that help adolescents better weather mental health struggles. They spoke during a media briefing on youth mental health organized by the FrameWorks Institute, a nonprofit that studies how people think about social issues.

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From burnout to balance: How AI could transform teaching

eSchool News

Key points: We should do more to make teachers’ jobs easier–AI can help 5 ways to restore your passion for teaching School leaders of color face high burnout–here’s what they need to thrive For more news on teacher burnout, visit eSN’s SEL & Well-Being hub As we turn the corner into a new school year, teachers need a break more than ever.

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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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Recruiting and Onboarding Talented, Passionate Educators

techlearning

Finding good teachers can be a daunting task, so the recruitment and onboarding of qualified educators is of paramount importance.

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The psychology of classroom management: Behaviorist and humanistic theories

eSchool News

Key points: Effective classroom management is not just about controlling behavior 3 pillars for building a positive classroom culture 4 tips to build a strong classroom culture this year For more news on classroom management, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Classroom management is paramount to effective teaching. It sets the stage for a productive learning environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

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Savvas Learning Company Acquires Pointful Education

eSchool News

PARAMUS, NEW JERSEY — Savvas Learning Company , a next-generation K-12 learning solutions leader, today announced the acquisition of Pointful Education, a provider of innovative, online career and technical education (CTE) courses that prepare students with the industry knowledge and skills needed for future careers. Specializing in career-focused courses and certification exam preparation for middle and high school students, Pointful Education offers a wide range of virtual and blended lear

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Tutor.com Named Winner in “Educators Pick Best of STEM 2024” Awards

American Consortium for Equity in Education

STEM Educators Select High-Dosage Tutoring as a Top Learning Solution Tutor.com, one of the world’s largest and most innovative online tutoring organizations, has once again been recognized for its exceptional student and institutional support—this time, with a win from Educators Pick Keep Reading Tutor.com Named Winner in “Educators Pick Best of STEM 2024” Awards The post Tutor.com Named Winner in “Educators Pick Best of STEM 2024” Awards appeared first on American Consortium for Equity in Educ

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Lexia English Drives Literacy for Emergent Bilingual Learners

techlearning

Lexia English is an asset-based speaking and listening program that creates an inclusive classroom and helps English language learners thrive

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Using Originals Books to Teach about Animals and Living Things

Twinkl International Publishing

Find out how to use Twinkl Originals books in your KS1 & KS2 teaching of animals, including humans. Each book comes with supporting resources to help teachers and subject leaders!

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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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New Webinar - "The Crucial Conversations™ Workshop: Staff Tools for Hard Talks"

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

The Crucial Conversations™ Workshop: Staff Tools for Hard Talks Part of the Library 2.0 Service , Safety, and Security Series with Dr. Steve Albrecht OVERVIEW : Four management consultants listened to thousands of hours of workplace conversations and they discovered that while most were routine, normal, and casual, some of them went badly, quickly, and they wondered why.

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Assessing Learning in Key Stage 1 Continuous Provision

Twinkl International Publishing

Are you looking for guidance on how to assess learning in Key Stage 1 continuous provision? This blog will introduce new tools and strategies to help you assess with confidence.

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Matrículas e Rematrículas sem erros: atenção total da escola

Twinkl International Publishing

O blog de hoje aborda a importância de campanhas de matrículas e rematrículas sem erros e destaca 7 pontos de atenção. Por isso, recomendamos o uso do supersistema de gestão escolar da Diário Escola para automatizar processos e garantir o sucesso das escolas particulares!

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Developing a Growth Mindset

Twinkl International Publishing

A growth mindset is when you believe in yourself, and developing skills and talents through dedication, resilience, and strategy. In comparison to a fixed mindset where thoughts are focussed on unchangeable talents and link to an individual’s ability.

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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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Using Originals Books to Teach about Living Things and their Habitats

Twinkl International Publishing

Find out how to use Twinkl Originals books in your KS1 & KS2 teaching of Living Things and their Habitats. Each book comes with supporting resources to help teachers and subject leaders!

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Kumpulan Gambar Latihan Membaca Suku Kata

Twinkl International Publishing

Latihan membaca suku kata adalah fondasi yang kuat untuk membangun kemampuan membaca anak-anak. Misalnya dengan mengenali pola bunyi dalam kata: Ini membantu mereka memecah kata-kata yang lebih panjang menjadi bagian-bagian yang lebih kecil dan mudah dipahami.

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Using Originals Books to Teach about Sustainability

Twinkl International Publishing

Find out how to use Twinkl Originals books in your KS1 & KS2 teaching of Sustainability. Each book comes with supporting resources to help teachers and subject leaders!

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Using Originals Books to Teach about Plants

Twinkl International Publishing

Find out how to use Twinkl Originals books in your KS1 & KS2 teaching of plants. Each book comes with supporting resources to help teachers and subject leaders!

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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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Using Originals Books to Teach about Space

Twinkl International Publishing

Find out how to use Twinkl Originals books in your KS1 & KS2 teaching of space. Each book comes with supporting resources to help teachers and subject leaders!

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Live Chats- Maths in EYFS and Read a Book Day

Twinkl International Publishing

This blog recaps Amy’s Live Chats where she discussed how to support your child’s maths in the early years and activities for Read a Book Day.

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Live Chats: Letter Writing, KS2 History and Read a Book Day

Twinkl International Publishing

This blog covers Mia’s Live Chats, giving activities on letter writing, supporting your child with history, and celebrating Read a Book Day.

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Meet Elizabeth Wright - Paralympic Silver and Bronze Medallist Swimmer

Twinkl International Publishing

Elizabeth Wright competed in many swimming events in the Atlanta and Sydney Paralympics, she is now a sports presenter for the ABC.

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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.