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How we use robots and art to make meeting computer science standards fun

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Igniting young students’ wonder through STEAM This grant wasn’t just about acquiring cool, new gadgets–it was about making computer science standards accessible to educators beyond the traditional science and engineering departments. The lesson merged creative storytelling and art with technology, robotics, and engineering.

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Computer science education sees more investment, but access gaps linger

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And while the increase in states requiring computer science education is encouraging, millions of students still lack the access necessary to learn, and most states have yet to make it a graduation requirement. Eleven states now require students to earn credit in computer science to graduate from high school.

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How to integrate environmental concepts into every subject

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One of my earliest projects as the Director of Environmental Education for a public school district in New York was in a middle school English Language Arts classroom. The activity I built required students to quietly journal outside, using prompts driven by ELA, art, and social studies standards. The results were remarkable.

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New Partnership Provides Texas Educators Easy Access to Critical Data

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As a part of this initiative, MAP Growth data will transfer seamlessly into DMAC , enhancing this valuable tool used by Texas educators by providing quicker access to student data that supports instruction and student achievement. Portland, Ore., We’re excited to have MAP Growth available for ESC 7 districts. About DMAC.

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Madison Metropolitan School District Selects Open Up Resources And Kiddom To Provide K-5 English Language Arts Blended Learning Program

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MADISON, WI – Today, Open Up Resources and Kiddom announced Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD ) has selected its top-rated EL Education K-5 Education Language Arts (ELA) curriculum for its 31 elementary schools in support of the district’s efforts to prioritize early literacy and beyond. ABOUT OPEN UP RESOURCES. ABOUT KIDDOM.

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Virtual art meets language learning: A tech-enhanced ESL experience

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Virtual museum visits extend this magic even further, granting students access to the worlds cultural treasures. From their desks, they can encounter masterpieces from diverse time periods and traditions, helping them appreciate art as a universal language and a reflection of the human experience.

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BenQ Announces New Education Smart Board Models That Come Standard With State-of-the-Art Features

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Comprising the Premium RP Series, Mainstream RM Series, and Entry-Level RE Series, the interactive displays feature state-of-the-art yet intuitive tools to enhance learning comprehension, engagement, and collaboration for in-person, virtual, and hybrid classrooms.

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