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Finding ‘Personalized Learning’ and Other Edtech Buzzwords on the Gartner Hype Cycle

Edsurge

As Clayton Christensen recently said to me, just as people have taken the phrase “disruptive innovation” to justify whatever they already wanted to do, people are using the phrase personalized learning—and a whole host of other terms—in a similar manner. Peak of Inflated Expectations: Personalized Learning.

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The Show Must Go On: Virtual Arts with Verizon Innovative Learning Schools

Digital Promise

While most school districts are working to offer in-person learning to students this school year, hybrid or virtual learning will likely continue for many. VILS has granted me and my students the opportunity to continue making music together. Covid has put many obstacles in the way for the performing arts.

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How to Select a Complete Digital Education Solution Provider

ViewSonic Education

Aim to keep students engaged. For example, it’s no good investing in iPads for the school if the broadband bandwidth and Wi-Fi connectivity aren’t up to scratch. Aim to Keep Students Engaged. Keeping students engaged is one of the most important aspects of teaching. Encourage collaboration.

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From pencils to pixels: Tech is shaping the future of education

eSchool News

Now think about how far the classroom has come since then–schools stocked with iPads and tablets, interactive touchscreens, and even virtual reality headsets. However, this push to digitize doesn’t just involve remote learning technologies, but also tools for in-person learning.

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Technology Sparks Growth Mindset and Innovation in the Classroom

Digital Promise

McClary points to the students’ ability to take their devices home as an important factor in the schools’ growth. With test prep programs like iReady and Study Island available on the iPads, students are able to practice outside of school—a luxury not previously possible before joining VILS. “No

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3 Game-Based ELA Tools for Personalized Learning

Graphite Blog

From early literacy to learning a second language, differentiation is key to keeping every student engaged. These subject-specific tools are great choices for both students and teachers; the kids can move at their own pace, and teachers can easily track progress and steer learning in the right direction.

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The Key to 21st Century Classrooms Isn't Tech. It's Evolved Teaching.

Edsurge

Technology and access to information aren’t the most important factors in creating twenty-first-century classroom; teachers are She pointed to the iPad face down on her desk and queried, “The internet?” Looking around the room, I noticed that every student had an iPad, and every iPad was face down on the desk.

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