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The math anxiety equation: How to solve for confidence in math class

eSchool News

To me, math identity is the belief in ones ability to do math and use it in life. These false assumptions are holding back achievement for far too many students. So how can we help students achieve positive orientations to math education? As a math educator, I hear the phrase I am not a math person all too often.

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Mindsets: Four Beliefs That Lead to Highly-Motivated Students

Faculty Focus

i] Beliefs are called mindsets when they filter how we make sense of the world and ourselves. Students’ academic mindsets directly impact their behavior and achievement in your classroom. [ii] When students feel accepted, they form a belief about belonging, leading to their choices to engage and persist.

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Charting a path forward in K-12

eSchool News

Across the nation, the pandemic has taken a toll on our children’s mental and physical health, behavioral development, social and emotional well-being, academic achievement, and plans for their future. It challenges student achievement and school improvement efforts. Prioritizing Academic Acceleration and Achievement.

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St. Joseph Catholic School: Empowering Students Through Faith and Knowledge

k12 Digest

This is achieved through strong academics tailored to different learning styles, leadership opportunities, service projects, and a vibrant community of clubs, sports, and the arts. That belief creates a school culture built on respect, kindness, and forgiveness. That mission goes beyond academics. Joseph is the Mass Buddies program.

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Navigating cultural diversity in American education

eSchool News

By creating bridges between students’ knowledge and classroom content, educators who employ CRT practices aim to affirm identities and values. Superficial attempts at diversity, such as using ‘ethnic’ songs and dances, may lead to trivial celebrations as opposed to the intended meaningful improvements in student achievement.

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Mindsets: Four Beliefs That Lead to Highly-Motivated Students

Faculty Focus

i] Beliefs are called mindsets when they filter how we make sense of the world and ourselves. Students’ academic mindsets directly impact their behavior and achievement in your classroom. [ii] When students feel accepted, they form a belief about belonging, leading to their choices to engage and persist.

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So you think you understand UDL?

eSchool News

Although this allowed students to access knowledge, they weren’t empowered to become learners and make choices for themselves. The UDL framework starts with the belief that every student is different and that’s the norm. In UDL, I start with the goal and consider which options and choices students need to achieve that goal.