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Michigan Virtual’s statewide workgroup releasing AI guidance for K-12 educators

eSchool News

Michigan Virtual and our partners have a responsibility to Michigan’s education ecosystem to lead the way in establishing best practices for learning, development, and educational policy around AI,” said Jamey Fitzpatrick, CEO of Michigan Virtual.

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5 things you need to know about the science of reading

eSchool News

Conversations about the science of reading are happening primarily with elementary and early childhood educators. But how are we addressing the ways that the system has failed our secondary students when they first learned to read? Here are 4 simple steps to help educators begin implementing the science of reading.

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Balance the Delivery

Ask a Tech Teacher

Years ago, I took the lead in writing a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policy for my school site, which was later adopted by my district. It worked until our site eventually became one of the first sites to roll out a one-to-one policy with Chromebooks. This can be done relatively quickly with the help of a form to gather data.

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OPINION: Rethinking school choice policies, the ‘myth of meritocracy’

The Hechinger Report

Made more apparent in recent years with the widespread expansion of school-choice policies nationwide, the latest college admissions scandal may be the final nail in the coffin of the myth of meritocracy in U.S. higher education. Evidence largely shows that more advantaged students disproportionately benefit from school-choice options.

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6 findings to inform your state’s principal preparation

eSchool News

It also examines survey results and statewide policies to understand the extent to which principals have access to high-quality learning opportunities and the role of policies in increasing access. The study’s authors are Linda Darling-Hammond, Marjorie E. Wechsler, Stephanie Levin, Melanie Leung-Gagné and Steve Tozer.

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Teacher Layoffs Are Coming as Pandemic Relief Money for Schools Dries Up

Edsurge

But the ESSER “funding cliff” — the fall deadline for districts to allocate money from the final disbursement of Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief grants — isn’t a singular culprit behind the staff cuts that are rolling out around the country. In many cases, that means educator layoffs are coming.

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How Much Do Teachers Make in the USA? Latest Stats

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

The salary for this vital position reflects various factors, including location, educational background, and individual school policies. During my time in the field, I’ve observed that areas with strong policy support for early education often reflect a commitment to quality teaching through better compensation.