Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Last year, when Micah Hill was a sophomore in high school, her guidance counselor gave her an application for Mississippi’s student representative program, which allows students to serve on the Mississippi State Board of Education. There’s been a growing call for students to have a more active voice in their learning.

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Digital Promise

JANUARY 28, 2020

Micro-credentials are gaining ground as a form of professional learning for educators. Interest in micro-credentials continues to increase as more schools, districts, and states launch pilots to learn more about successful micro-credential implementation. States where policies have been instituted at the district level.

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 7, 2024

As we navigate the shifting currents of the educational landscape, it's clear that transformative change is not just necessary—it's inevitable. To foster an environment where every student thrives, we must reimagine our approach to education from the ground up. SET grounds everything we do at Aspire Change EDU.

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Digital Promise

JUNE 26, 2019

In this series, we take a closer look inside our new paper, “ Micro-credentials and Education Policy in the United States: Recognizing Learning and Leadership for Our Nation’s Teachers.”. We believe so, if the following matters of policy and practice are addressed: Controlling for quality. Counting what matters.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast Artificial intelligence (AI) in education began in the 1950s with simple programs focused on playing checkers and natural language processing for medical prescriptions. In the ‘90s, it made a big jump with machine learning. In May of 2023, the U.S.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

MARCH 21, 2023

By Patrick Brennan, Vice President of Government Relations, Learning Ally Listen to his podcast episode on the topic here. In the American education system, legislatures make the laws that govern education in their states.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 13, 2023

The Need for AI Literacy in Education The rapidly evolving space of artificial intelligence (AI) requires school and district leaders to make sense of how emerging technology applications, including those that use generative AI (Gen AI), are being integrated into schools and districts across the United States. What Is AI Literacy?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The Role of Mathematics in Education: What Professions You Can Get in the Future Have you ever found yourself pondering the real-world applications of those algebraic formulas or geometric theorems you spent hours trying to decipher in school? This shift can disorient students accustomed to interactive classes and immediate feedback.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 4, 2023

Technology is no longer a complementary tool in the classroom; it’s the primary operational hub for education. Yet, this rapid development has come with cybersecurity and data privacy concerns that call for better policy compliance and security enforcement from third-party apps and ed tech vendors.

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eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2024

A proven strategy, worked-based learning connects classroom lessons to the workplace, enhancing lessons with real-world relevance. A high-quality program can be complicated to craft because it requires schools to collaborate closely with local industries to develop innovative learning opportunities for students.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 8, 2020

A new report from the Aurora Institute examines the top 10 K-12 education policy issues that have surfaced in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Calls for a redesigned education system are growing in number and volume,” says Susan Patrick, Aurora Institute President and CEO and report co-author.

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EdNews Daily

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

School leaders can help lawmakers create better education legislation by keeping them informed of current challenges and offering pragmatic solutions. It’s no secret to educators that students are not meeting literacy benchmarks. To effect legislative change, educators must support legislators. Doing What You Do Best: Educate!

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A Principal's Reflections

JULY 5, 2020

When it comes to education, schools are grappling with reopening safely here in the United States. The AAP strongly advocates that all policy considerations for the coming school year should start with a goal of having students physically present in school," the group said in an update to its guidance for school re-entry.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 18, 2023

In a world where technology is evolving at an unprecedented pace, education stands on the cusp of transformation. Imagine classrooms where teachers are empowered by cutting-edge technology and where students don't just learn from textbooks but co-create their educational journey. It's one thing to say: Go learn about AI.

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Tom Murray

JUNE 1, 2017

A portion of below is an excerpt from the new ASCD book, Learning Transformed: 8 Keys to Designing Tomorrow’s Schools, Today , and is co-written by Thomas C. Every educator knows the best and the worst that the human mind has produced can be found somewhere on the Internet. Murray and Eric Sheninger. ” – Thomas C.

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Neo LMS

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

The educational system plays its part as well: from the development of environmentally-friendly learning spaces to the education of future eco-citizens , schools have the opportunity of becoming role models for their students and assume a more active role in addressing ecological issues. Practice what you preach.

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eSchool News

MARCH 21, 2024

As this figure continues to grow year over year, true bilingual education is becoming more vital to equitably support student success. How do we ensure students achieve proficiency with the English language while receiving a rich and comprehensive education? It should be recognized that bilingual education lifts all boats.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

In 2020, California’s State Board of Education adopted criteria and guidance to award a State Seal of Civic Engagement to students who demonstrate excellence in civics education. Despite the setback, I believe there is still a way for students to re-engage in school, support their communities and learn leadership skills.

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Doug Levin

JANUARY 10, 2016

What should the federal role be in promoting access to and use of technology for K-12 education (AKA ‘educational technology policy’)? Department of Education. For instance, ESSA was hailed by the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) as an unreserved “ win for ed tech.”

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

She brought to the role practical expertise, having spent more than two decades working as an early childhood educator. What Rasmussen didn’t have at the beginning of her political career, however, was much knowledge about how to turn her ideas into effective policies. “I They’re not stopping at resources, though.

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The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter I do get pretty angry as I go on forums about Artificial Intelligence in Education. Furthermore, as I add another feedback mechanism into my classroom, I find that my students are advancing and learning much faster than ever before. Relating to one another.

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eSchool News

MAY 9, 2022

CHICAGO – Parents and educators agree that a key goal of K-12 education is to ensure that students are “future-ready”—with the knowledge, skills, and drive to navigate their careers and lives. Employers and the evidence point to a need for social and emotional skills within career and workforce education.

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eSchool News

APRIL 17, 2024

This AI Guidance document was written specifically for K-12 educator use, an area currently in need of such guidance. It focuses on the impacts of data compliance, ethical use requirements, and the challenges around disclosure for educators. As AI has the potential to greatly impact education and learning.

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Edsurge

APRIL 16, 2024

Remember all the hype around the metaverse in education? Learn more about EdSurge ethics and policies here and supporters here.) So what happened to the early education experiments in the metaverse, and what do those watching the space think is next? And for education, we need more. We need interactivity.

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eSchool News

APRIL 25, 2024

Unstructured play is how students learn to interact with the world around them. A quick Google search on the topic will confirm that play is a primary vehicle for learning , so naturally, teachers should make a point to include plenty of it in their weekly lesson plans. Unfortunately, this isn’t always the case.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 7, 2022

New data and analysis released by the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ) finds ample opportunities for improvement in states’ teacher and principal evaluation policies. The new NCTQ report, State of the States 2022: Teacher and Principal Evaluation Policies , presents data and analysis on policies from all 50 states and D.C.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 15, 2024

Since the advent of generative AI tools in learning environments, educators have sought guidance for the safe and ethical use of AI in education. The EO is guided by eight principles and priorities (A–H in the EO), two of which we focus on here: AI policies must be consistent with the advancement of equity and civil rights.

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The Jose Vilson

DECEMBER 18, 2023

school policies do not seem to have pushed American kids into their own academic black hole. Of course, I’d also like to pore over the data on the local level with identity markers in mind, but the article also seems to account for economic subgroups and I’m left pondering how we can rethink our educational priorities.

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Digital Promise

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Micro-credentials present a unique opportunity to link professional learning to practice. Through each competency-based credential, educators demonstrate application of their learning. For districts to formally integrate micro-credentials into professional learning, they must: Build awareness and encourage educator buy-in.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 31, 2024

The education industry has witnessed a rapid evolution in recent years , marked by new ideas and emerging technologies. In 2024, this momentum will continue, bringing forth new edtech, innovative teaching approaches, and inspiring learning spaces. Here are five of the biggest education trends in 2024: 1.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 11, 2023

In the summer of 2022 as part of the Voices of Change project, EdSurge Research convened 80 Asian American K-12 educators in a series of virtual learning circles to listen to their stories. Our conversations spanned the gamut of topics that are top of mind for educators in all corners of the U.S.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 31, 2024

While educators are leaving the field at unprecedented rates , many districts are scrambling to meet the needs of all their students. The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated these longstanding workforce issues and blanketed schools in extreme stress, grief and trauma that aggravated existing teaching and learning issues.

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Edsurge

MAY 11, 2023

Educators around the world are shifting into learning and organizing mode in response to the release of ChatGPT and other new AI chatbots that have brought a mix of excitement and panic to education. Learn more about EdSurge ethics and policies here and supporters here.);

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

As a lecturer at the Princeton School of Public and International Affairs, where I teach econometrics and research methods, I spend a lot of time thinking about the intersection between data, education and social justice — and how generative AI will reshape the experience of gathering, analyzing and using data for change.

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The Hechinger Report

APRIL 15, 2021

These are just a few of the efforts of a group of business leaders in the Fort Worth area to create family-friendly policies in the midst of the pandemic, a trend that experts hope will endure even after COVID subsides. I imagine some of the policies that were [created] in more of an emergency response might go away,” Pena said.

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The Hechinger Report

MAY 10, 2021

A study found that the policy boosted diversity on campuses by 1 percentage point, on average. Photo by: Education Images/Universal Images Group via Getty Images) Credit: Education Images/Universal Images Group via Getty Images. In 1970, Bowdoin College was the first college in the country to go test optional.

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Edsurge

MARCH 25, 2024

In the realm of education, it means breaking down barriers so that educational technologies and data systems can collaborate effectively, ultimately enhancing the educational experience for leaders, staff, specialists, teachers, students and parents. The best advice is to start with a solid use case.

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