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Video game design boosts students’ literacy skills

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Students in the pilot program saw a significant improvement in their literacy skills over the course of only three months. After working on academics, students could choose from a variety of fun yet educational activities, and the game design program–which used a curriculum from Work ED –was one of them.

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5 online resources to beat the summer slide

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NWEA research notes that students can lose up to two months of math skills over the summer, and reading abilities can also decline, particularly for students from underserved communities. With the growing availability of engaging, high-quality online learning tools, students have more opportunities than ever to keep their skills sharp.

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Closing the digital use divide with active and engaging learning

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Active learning with technology involves the use of edtech tools and digital resources to discover, analyze, and apply learning. Passive learning doesn’t help students develop future-ready skills, like critical thinking or creativity, in the same way active learning does.

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Enhancing media literacy skills in the age of AI

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Key points: Edtech tools can be a valuable resource to build media literacy skills Teaching ethical edtech for future innovators How to help students build critical success skills For more news on media literacy, see eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Media literacy has emerged as a critical skillset in today’s digital landscape.

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AEF Schools: Empowering Students with Individualized Learning, Social Growth, and Real-World Skills

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With small class sizes, individualized instruction, and a focus on executive functioning, social-emotional growth, and life skills, AEF offers a unique educational experience tailored to each students needs. These platforms allow students to practice skills at their own pace while giving teachers real-time insights into their progress.

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Sharpening skills for the digital classroom

eSchool News

These students came from all over the world to live in a dormitory-style house where they had a rigid schedule, including conditioning and skills training. Be flexible and adaptive: If you find that a particular tool or activity isn’t meeting your needs or isn’t as effective as you hoped, don’t hesitate to abandon it.

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Understanding and mitigating academic regression from summer learning loss

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Research indicates that students typically lose between one to two months of reading and mathematics skills during summer vacation. This loss is particularly pronounced among students from lower socioeconomic backgrounds, who may have limited access to educational resources and enrichment activities during the break.

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