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Racing to Implement the Science of Reading: Setting a Pace for Achieving Success

Education Elements

During speeches in January, several state leaders kicked off the year with strong commitments of money and resources to improve literacy in their schools through the immediate implementation of evidence-based reading instruction, often referred to as the “science of reading.”

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Writing Strategies for an Extended Essay in the IB Program

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The IB sets criteria and guidelines for the write-up. Some of them include citation guidelines, research question formulation, word count, etc. In this section, explain references and related topics or theories you will use to explore the subject. But even the pros and cons of remote learning are intertwined.

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Crafting ethical AI landscapes in K-12 education

eSchool News

For the purpose of this article, AI ethics in education will refer to principles that govern the use of AI so that individual rights, privacy, and well-being are respected within the entirety of the educational ecosystem. Districts must develop guidelines that balance innovation with responsibility (Holter, Rummel & Skadsem, 2024).

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Peer Feedback: Making It Meaningful

Catlin Tucker

Peer feedback is most effective when it is focused, and students have clear guidelines for giving feedback. As students move through the writing process, they may forget some of these requirements and benefit from a peer editor who can review their work to ensure it complies with the stated guidelines for the assignment.

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Digital Promise Launches New Learning Community of End Users of Learning and Employment Records

Digital Promise

Learning and Employment Records (LERs)—also referred to as digital wallets or verifiable credentials wallets—offer learners and workers the tools to communicate the totality of their skills and abilities to employers. But few people understand the value of this emerging technology and how to use it to their advantage.

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Universal Design for Learning: What Educators Need to Know

Waterford

Then, discover a few practical ways that you can use Universal Design for Learning guidelines in your classroom—along with some examples to get you started. And finally, action and expression refers to providing students with means to engage in class based on those needs. Sources : UDL Guidelines. Frequently Asked Questions.

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3 Ways to Streamline Expectations While Making Things Easier for Educators

A Principal's Reflections

I tend to refer to these as norms that everyone can get behind. No matter the platform selected, it is crucial to follow guidelines established by FERPA to protect student identity and information. Below are the three recommendations I have been providing to help districts and schools persevere during the pandemic.

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