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7 discoveries from an active learning classroom

eSchool News

There is a fair amount of research into the impact of classroom design on student learning. Spaces flooded with natural light that allow for a variety of learning methods and activities, and spaces that let students feel a sense of ownership over the classroom, demonstrably affect how well students learn.

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5 Ways K–12 Teachers Can Take a New Approach to Computational Thinking

EdTech Magazine

Many modern classroom designs enhance collaborative learning through flexible classroom furniture, interactive HDTVs and improved Wi-Fi capabilities. . Designer: One of the best ways to develop computational thinking is through hands-on projects.

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Canva Introduces Student-Safe AI Products, Customizable Lessons for Teachers, and Over 5,000 Free Classroom Resources to 50 Million Students and Teachers

eSchool News

The new suite of offerings – which includes a range of AI tools, interactive lessons, and curriculum-supporting content – takes Canva from a classroom design tool to an end-to-end education platform capable of producing and teaching complete lessons with ease.

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Kid-Tracking Sensors May Not Be the Wildest Thing About This Montessori Model

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That is well below the necessary sample size for a test score based accountability,” Kramer says. Trying to shoehorn in micro-schools for accountability requirements that were designed for bigger schools is tricky. A Modern Take on Montessori Wildflower classrooms look like traditional Montessori classrooms.

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#ICE18: Redesigning a Classroom Is Not About Being “Pretty for Pinterest”

EdTech Magazine

Simply adding technology to a classroom doesn’t make it an innovative space. It’s imperative that classroom design is driven by the desire to create personal and authentic learning experiences for students,” says Tom Murray, director of innovation for Future Ready Schools , a project of the Alliance for Excellent Education.

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The 6 most in-demand topics for district leaders last year

EAB

We also received questions on various subject-specific curricula, with English language arts (at both the elementary and secondary levels) being the most popular. Secondary-level English language arts: 7.5% 7% Parents: 6% Strategic planning: 6% School configuration: 5% Classroom setting: 4.5% Other (e.g., PE, science): 7.5%