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How Blockchain Can Encourage Learning

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Other emerging programs in the K12 space focus on the unique needs of hard-to-reach students. The program evaluates completion and consistency of student work, then releases digital funds accordingly. where elementary school students can select adventures and collect gifts as a result of learning core skills.

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With Budget Cuts Looming, Here’s How Districts Will Decide What to Keep or Cut

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Here are five existing policies that policymakers and local officials are likely to lean on to ensure that funds are used effectively, with regard to investments in remote learning programs and services. Evidence-based Investments There is a long-standing interest in spending academic intervention funds on programs with a record of success.

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K-12 Educators and Administrators: Share Your Ed-tech Pilot Approach

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Director of Research and Program Evaluation. “We first piloted an adaptive math program with elementary school students. We liked what we saw so we decided to make it available to all elementary schools in the district. ” Mahnaz Charania. Fulton County Schools. South Fayette Township School District.

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Michigan School Administrators’ Journey Toward Increased Equity and Inclusion

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The resulting program was designed to last five years, with annual pre- and post-year evaluations, two days of professional development at the start of each school year, and staff meetings focused on developing cultural proficiency. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING. LISTEN TO THE PODCAST. About the Presenters.

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Three Ways That Rural States Can Become the Hotbeds for School Edtech Innovation

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The journey in Wyoming began with new legislation and funding for the development and implementation of grassroots, K-12 and postsecondary distance education courses and programs. Today, there are 11 school districts and 7 community colleges that have utilized the grant to plant and grow courses and programs that fit their students’ needs.

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Creating a Leadership Program for Your School

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As with any school- or district-wide initiative, implementing a leadership program requires careful planning and communication. But too often, said MacGregor, they hold separate meetings, and then someone tries to figure out how the different ideas could work together. Gather at your table. She currently lives in Texas.

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Let Evidence Guide the Solutions to Student Absenteeism

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Research illuminates its impact: Elementary school students who miss 10% of school show weaker social skills development, lower reading ability, and higher grade-retention rates. FutureEd and Attendance Works, explained Jordan, studied evidence-based interventions that meet ESSA requirements. Join the Community.