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SETDA launches guide on digital instructional materials

eSchool News

Free tool is intended to support clear understanding of state policies and practices related to digital instructional materials. state and territorial educational technology leaders, has launched of a free online tool to support the implementation of digital instructional materials.

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OPINION: School district leaders must make early education a priority, so children enter school prepared

The Hechinger Report

Building true school readiness among the youngest learners, when done right, will save school district leaders money and result in stronger outcomes later. High-quality instructional materials and adult-child interactions play a critical role in improving academic and social outcomes. Sign up for Hechinger’s newsletter.

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The Fans, Fanboys, and Fanatics of OER

Doug Levin

I also tend to think that educators make rational responses in selecting instructional materials and tools (including using social media) – and certainly in the U.S. K-12 context, individual teacher’s choices about instructional materials are constrained by district and state policy anyway.

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OPINION: Struggling readers need standards and structure based on the science of reading

The Hechinger Report

Its conclusions can help us effectively assess, teach and improve student outcomes, both by preventing reading difficulties and identifying students early who need intervention. The post OPINION: Struggling readers need standards and structure based on the science of reading appeared first on The Hechinger Report.

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Effective Management of School Finances

Hubbli

These funds are then allocated to various expenses, including staff salaries, facility maintenance, instructional materials, technology, and extra-curricular programs. Utilize Financial Management Software Effective financial management requires accurate tracking and reporting.

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Savvas Announces New Math and Reading Solutions that Engage and Inspire Students While Giving Educators the Resources to Help All Learners Achieve

eSchool News

PARAMUS, NEW JERSEY — Savvas Learning Company is excited to announce new and enhanced math and reading solutions that engage and inspire students to learn, while giving educators the evidence-based instructional resources they need to accelerate learning and help all students achieve. “At

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PROOF POINTS: Controversies within the science of reading

The Hechinger Report

A 2021 article, “ They Say You Can Do Phonemic Awareness Instruction ‘In the Dark’, But Should You? ” Twenty years after the reading panel’s report, a second meta-analysis came out in 2022 with even fresher studies but arrived at the same conclusion. He says severely dyslexic students need more auditory training.

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