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The U.S. Election Underscores the Need for Teaching News Literacy in Our Schools

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Yet, news literacy is not universally taught, largely because of systemic obstacles: It is not commonly part of curriculum standards, districts tend to focus on standardized testing and STEM, and lessons may be greatly limited or built around a textbook. government to high school students. But these challenges are surmountable.

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The Professional Development Problem

EdNews Daily

Recent studies, including the Gates Foundation, the TNTP Project and Harvard research, all report failing grades from administrators and teachers alike, which is one certainty we can begin with. The training in this area is mostly academically focused, such as common core standards and STEM.

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Three Ways to Support Educators Who Hate to Teach Writing

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A 2016 study of 3rd to 8th grade educators found that only 55% of teachers said they enjoy teaching writing. In a rigorous analysis of employee performance, Google found STEM skills have the lowest impact on employee success. Students were able to choose different books to taste and were excited about writing responses.

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64 predictions about edtech trends in 2024

eSchool News

Second, in response to talent-shortage concerns, schools will place greater emphasis on work-based learning, STEM education, and vocational training programs. These efforts will be aimed at equipping students with the skills that are in high demand in the job market and promoting a broader range of career paths. Diane Myers, Ph.

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65 predictions about edtech trends in 2024

eSchool News

Second, in response to talent-shortage concerns, schools will place greater emphasis on work-based learning, STEM education, and vocational training programs. These efforts will be aimed at equipping students with the skills that are in high demand in the job market and promoting a broader range of career paths. Diane Myers, Ph.

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Merge Releases Hand-Held Digital Teaching Aids

eSchool News

Merge, the leader in mixed reality for K-12 education, announced today their new hand-held digital teaching aids are now available for teachers and students worldwide. Setting a new standard, the digital teaching aids will alter the way millions of students learn in 150,000 U.S. schools as well as over a billion students worldwide.

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