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The U.S. had the blueprint for a high-class education–but abandoned it

eSchool News

In fact, it was the ideal of education as a vehicle for equity and democracy that drew Finnish officials to study the United States education system in the 1970s. What they saw inspired them to pursue their own reform–one rooted in universal access, pedagogical trust, and educational excellence.

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The Power of Connect, Extend, Challenge

Catlin Tucker

In the “connect” phase, students anchor new information or ideas to their prior knowledge, making unfamiliar content more accessible and resonant. Geography and Culture Connect: After studying a foreign country, ask students to find similarities between their own community and the one they studied.

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4 things innovative districts do to improve graduation rates

eSchool News

Yet every student in Piedmont is given a laptop in school and to take home and, through partnerships developed by the district, can access free or low-cost broadband 24/7. Early college access for later success. It is difficult for the 1,200-student district to offer STEM, foreign language or Advanced Placement courses year-round.

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Sneak a peek at 8 eSN K-12 Hero Awards contenders

eSchool News

Ebert, Superintendent of Public Instruction, State of Nevada Department of Education Nominated by: Discovery Education The shift to distance education precipitated by the COVID pandemic highlighted challenges including access to technology, professional learning for educators, and high-quality instructional materials.

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Bringing Better STEM Education to the Rural South

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Early results from previous studies showed some students were able to improve their science test scores, Schneider says. Across the country, the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted hands-on learning experiences, and in California , for example, many school districts did not prioritize science education in their academic recovery plans.

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3 Ways to Ensure New K–12 Digital Infrastructure Fits

EdTech Magazine

While K–12 schools are working to guarantee their data is secure , educational IT experts are raising concerns over the safety and accessibility of physical IT infrastructure in schools. . Classrooms are another great place to store technology and provide immediate access to teachers and students. .

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How Do You Teach Art, Music and PE Online? In China, They’re Figuring It Out.

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“Many teachers have been trapped outside Wuhan due to the sudden lockdown of the city, and they may not have instruments at home such as the piano, as well as access to stable internet connection.” Sun has found materials online about music and cut them into 20-minute videos for her students. “We

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