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The Case for Expanding the Definition of 'Personalization' to Meet the Needs of the Whole Child

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However, if we define personalization as deeply understanding each individual’s unique experience, passions, strengths and areas for growth and then tailoring learning experiences based on that knowledge, then it requires an approach that meets the needs of the whole child. This knowledge comes through personalization.

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Kansas’ Shawnee Mission School District Initiates New Partnership with Discovery Education Supporting Elementary Science Instruction

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To help students build a strong foundation of knowledge in the sciences, the school system sought a suite of digital resources they could easily integrate into instruction in either the classroom or the remote environment. Discovery Education could not be prouder to be a part of this work.”.

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CASEL Announces 2020 Award Recipients for Excellence in Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Research and Practice

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These awards were named in their honor to recognize today’s leaders who carry on the legacy of impactful action research and SEL implementation to positively change the lives of students across the world,” said CASEL Co-Founder and Chief Knowledge Officer, Dr. Roger P. Social and emotional learning is power.

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Integrating SEL, Equity and Trauma Work for Multiplied Success

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These days it’s hard to miss the compelling evidence that shows social emotional learning (SEL) improves learning and life skills. Yet powerful research out of the New Zealand Maori population shows steep academic gains when educators “double down” on incorporating cultural identity and relationship work.

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Pecha Kucha is the Answer

Faculty Focus

Scientifically proven to result in significantly increased message retention; active learning involves multiple parts of the brain, increases collaboration and creativity, and improves both critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Studies show that the Pecha Kucha style can improve English speaking skills in general.

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How Learning a New Language Is Helping Me Connect With My Students

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My colleagues and I hoped to improve communication with our students and support their academic development by better understanding a language they are expert in. The class gathered in interactive online sessions that packed in basic conversational skills that we could use with students and families.

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Wyoming Catholic School Partners with Global Edtech Leader to Enhance Instruction in Science and All Other Disciplines 

eSchool News

DoodleMath is an award-winning, research-based, standards-aligned K-5 math app that boosts student skills, confidence, and fluency at home and in the classroom. STEM Connect purposefully integrates across disciplines and provides all the necessary resources to introduce real-world challenges and design thinking skills to students.

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