Wed.May 08, 2024

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An Innovative Journey to Scalable Computer Science Programs

Edsurge

In a time when technological advancements shape our daily lives and drive economic growth, focusing on STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) education in K-12 schools is not just a trend but a necessity. Initiatives like the U.S. Department of Education's YOU Belong in STEM and the National Science Foundation's vision for the STEM Education of the Future underscore a national commitment to equipping students with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in a tech-centric world

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Teacher-Authors: What’s Happening on my Writer’s Blog

Ask a Tech Teacher

A lot of teacher-authors read my WordDreams blog. In this monthly column, I share the most popular post from the past month. If you’re a teacher-author, this is a great tip for you: Q: How do you create the copyright symbol in Word? A: It’s easier than you think. Hold down the Alt key and press 0169. Use the keypad with the num lock on–don’t use the number row.

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4 strategies that bring nature’s power to your classroom

eSchool News

Key points: Incorporating nature into learning engages students in surprising ways Outdoor classrooms should outlast COVID How outdoor learning spaces lead to STEM engagement For more news on outdoor learning, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub I live in the state of Michigan, which means that a large chunk of the year is dominated by cold, dreary weather.

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Why Is Child Care So Expensive?

Edsurge

This was originally published by Early Learning Nation.

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Enhancing School Device Management for Improved Learning

Schools face increasing challenges as technology becomes integral to education. Efficient device management is essential for maximizing technology use and safeguarding investments. Our article discusses the importance of tracking devices, outlines current challenges, and suggests modern solutions that go beyond traditional methods like Excel. Learn how advanced tracking systems can streamline operations, improve maintenance, and offer real-time updates for better resource allocation.

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Empowering Students: The Impact of Personalized Learning Techniques on Academic Success

eSchool News

In this episode of Innovations in Education, sponsored by Stride Tutoring, host Kevin Hogan delves into the complexities and potential of personalized learning with two education leaders—Dr. Matt Callison from South Fayette Township School District in Pennsylvania and Superintendent Diego Ochoa from San Mateo Foster City School District in California.

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URGENTLY REPURPOSING EDUCATION FOR A NEW ERA

American Consortium for Equity in Education

F. Joseph Merlino President The 21st Century Partnership for STEM Education, and Arcadia University Professor Emeritus Dr. Deborah Pomeroy are our guests today having worked internationally and in the US for years changing perspectives on science education and other aspects Keep Reading URGENTLY REPURPOSING EDUCATION FOR A NEW ERA The post URGENTLY REPURPOSING EDUCATION FOR A NEW ERA appeared first on American Consortium for Equity in Education.

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NASSP’s ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR ON SCHOOL LEADERSHIP

American Consortium for Equity in Education

Congrats to today’s guest, Courtney Walker of Carrollton High School in Georgia , this year’s NASSP winning assistant principal with us to speak on leadership and schcool culture The post NASSP’s ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR ON SCHOOL LEADERSHIP appeared first on American Consortium for Equity in Education.

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Blended Learning Made Easy: Interactive Software Solutions

Kitaboo on EdTech

Blended learning means the amalgamation of traditional classroom teaching using printed and paperback books with online eBooks. This form of learning has been propagated mainly post-pandemic as it helped students and readers make the most of personalized and engaging learning experiences. By integrating technology into education, students benefit from interactive activities and multimedia content that enhance their understanding and participation.

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Onform: How to Use It for School Athletics

techlearning

Onform is the video coaching app that could make a difference to coaching.

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Cybersecurity is top priority for K-12 edtech leaders

eSchool News

Key points: K-12 edtech leaders grapple with a number of challenges and priorities The evolving requirements of a K-12 school network Here’s how to protect schools from cyberattacks in 2024 For more news on K-12 IT priorities, visit eSN’s IT Leadership hub The majority of K-12 edtech leaders say they believe AI can benefit education, and roughly one-third have a general AI initiative–but cybersecurity remains at the top of their priority lists, according to the 2024 State of Edtech

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Quickly Create Personalized Learning Experiences that Work

How can we actively engage learners 24/7, on their level and according to their interests, while respecting their learning styles? It’s not impossible. In this guide: Explore how to transform traditional, one-way videos into two-way interactive learning experiences Understand different types of artificial intelligence (AI), including - Generative vs.

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DRM-Protected Content on Moodle via KITABOO Integration

Kitaboo on EdTech

Recent research shows that more than 98% of enterprises use APIs as a critical part of their digital transformation efforts. And 97% of such organizations believe that executing an API strategy helps secure their revenue and growth. Integrating platforms like Moodle leads to a more streamlined process of content creation that assists developers in creating applications.

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COLUMN: Disrupted graduations further tarnish higher education’s image

The Hechinger Report

After weeks of pro-Palestinian protests and campus unrest, another powerful symbol of higher education faces disruption: commencement ceremonies, with all their iconic images of tassels turned around and caps tossed jubilantly into the air. Now, parents and guests from all over the world are weighing whether to travel in to attend watered-down, smaller commencement ceremonies on campuses with armed guards, student demonstrators, potential graduation interruptions and arrests during protests agai

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