eSchool News

JUNE 16, 2025

Exploratorium: Science Snacks The Exploratorium, a renowned museum of science, art, and human perception in San Francisco, offers Science Snacks–free, hands-on STEM activities designed for students in grades 3-12. Here are five online learning resources to support summer STEM learning: 1.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 30, 2025

Here’s a simple review of copyright law I use to start the discussion. The law states that works of art created in the U.S. Here’s a video I use in my Grad School classes to discuss copyrights and image use. Some may be TMI, but the important stuff for writers starts at 3:47.

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Edsurge

MAY 27, 2025

Edgar Miguel Grajeda, an elementary art teacher in Washington, D.C., Reimagining Curriculum to Foster Engagement and Identity Over the years, fellows have noted how hard it has become to not only create engaging curriculum for students but also find ways to foster community and identity development in the classroom.

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eSchool News

JULY 1, 2025

This ensured that all students at our school were included in the discussions.” The field trip was critical to strengthening the connection between what was discussed in the classroom with what goes on in the ocean,” said Sophia Yates, a Little Compton resident who is pursuing her master’s degree in oceanography at URI. “A

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k12 Digest

JUNE 23, 2025

In a recent interview with K12 Digest, Nam Ngo Thanh discussed his experience with technology, innovation, and education. For example, when I want to foster peer dialogue, I might use technology to let students record and respond to one another in a way that feels safe and authentic, especially for those who may be shy in live discussion.

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eSchool News

JUNE 18, 2025

We’ve discussed grit, growth mindset, intrinsic motivation, relevance, autonomy, and purpose. At Khan World School, a partnership between ASU Prep and Khan Academy, students have shown learning growth as high as 2 to 5 times national norms in math, reading, and language arts. All of those are real. These are not marginal improvements.

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eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2025

Highlights include new Math Talks for grades 3-5, which feature activities focused on making sense of mathematics through open-ended prompts and rich student discussions, Daily Fix-Its and Weekly Edits, which are teacher-led presentations targeting common student grammar errors, and more.

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eSchool News

MAY 8, 2025

Youll also explore how to harness real-time data to fuel impactful discussions in your Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), driving focused, results-oriented collaboration. Learn how newer features like Quick Reassess and Assessment Compare can help you work smarter, not harder!

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Faculty Focus

JUNE 15, 2025

In The Art of Change , I call this the Paradoxical Mindset Cycle —an approach that doesn’t resolve contradiction, but uses it as an engine for insight. Here’s what I learned the hard way: Bad paradox = bad discussion If the question is too vague or too clever, students freeze. It turns out, paradoxes are rocket fuel for learning.

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Faculty Focus

JUNE 15, 2025

In The Art of Change , I call this the Paradoxical Mindset Cycle —an approach that doesn’t resolve contradiction, but uses it as an engine for insight. Here’s what I learned the hard way: Bad paradox = bad discussion If the question is too vague or too clever, students freeze. It turns out, paradoxes are rocket fuel for learning.

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Faculty Focus

JUNE 17, 2025

Central to our discussion is the assertion that a “one-size-fits-all” approach to AI adoption is inadequate for educational institutions, whose missions and values differ significantly. His work is grounded in a belief that great design and strategy should serve access, equity, and outcomes.

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Faculty Focus

JULY 10, 2025

That means wealthier neighborhoods get better schools—often with state-of-the-art facilities, robust extracurriculars, and college prep courses—while nearby communities may struggle with crumbling infrastructure and underpaid staff (Owens-Young 2023). Consider using written reflections, discussion boards, or tools like Jamboard and Padlet.

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Faculty Focus

JULY 10, 2025

That means wealthier neighborhoods get better schools—often with state-of-the-art facilities, robust extracurriculars, and college prep courses—while nearby communities may struggle with crumbling infrastructure and underpaid staff (Owens-Young 2023). Consider using written reflections, discussion boards, or tools like Jamboard and Padlet.

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Faculty Focus

JUNE 17, 2025

Central to our discussion is the assertion that a “one-size-fits-all” approach to AI adoption is inadequate for educational institutions, whose missions and values differ significantly. His work is grounded in a belief that great design and strategy should serve access, equity, and outcomes.

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Faculty Focus

APRIL 27, 2025

Beyond seeing students in class and at monthly cohort events, regular one-on-one check-ins, whether in person or via Zoom, offer a space for students to discuss both academic and personal matters in an informal setting. These meetings help track progress, provide guidance, and connect students with relevant campus resources.

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Teach Thought

JULY 10, 2025

Gamification allows broad content areas (like English-Language Arts) with few measures of performance (alphanumeric symbols) to be broken up into more granular–and achievable–concepts and skills. .” What is the ‘nature’ of a student’s goals in your class? Academic) A good grade? Personal) your praise?

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eSchool News

JUNE 23, 2025

Moreover, Encore Data Products will present their STEAM and STEM products, which are meant to support hands-on learning in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. The ISTE conference is known for bringing together educators and tech leaders to discuss the future of educational technology.

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Teaching with a Mountain View

JUNE 12, 2025

These real-world connections add depth to classroom discussions, spark curiosity, and inspire students to explore new topics. Some guests might read a picture book, share a hobby, discuss their career, etc. Discuss what your students have learned about the other communities, compare traditions, landscapes, etc.

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Faculty Focus

JUNE 1, 2025

Figure 2: Analysis Rubric 1 point Close reading throughout the paper that addresses specific, quoted moments from your song 1 point Close reading that makes an argument about why those specific moments are there throughout the paper 1 point The paper addresses monstrosity as we have discussed it in class (i.e. Gannon, Kevin. Inoue, Asoa.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JULY 7, 2025

Maintain a steady stash of supplies Anyone who’s taught language arts (or any class, really) has heard “I forgot my pencil” more times than they can count. For students who are testing below grade level, incorporate the CCSS for language arts that are closer to their actual abilities. 2, 3, 4, 5, RL.7.1, 2, 3, 4, RL.8.1,

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Organized Classroom

JUNE 11, 2025

Additionally, an “Art Auction Fundraiser” can be organized, where students create and auction off their artwork, with the proceeds contributing to a meaningful cause. This not only introduces students to modern fundraising methods but also enhances their digital literacy skills.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JULY 25, 2025

What to Listen for in Music Bulletin Board Set By Cori Bloom Grades: K-12th This bulletin board set is a collection of vocabulary posters for your music room, designed to guide students as they listen to and discuss music. The resource comes with 100 labels.

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k12 Online Schools

JUNE 24, 2025

Children who develop strong digital literacy skills are better equipped to engage in informed discussions, take part in educational opportunities, and explore career paths that require technological proficiency. Parental Awareness and Engagement Community programs often discuss the importance of digital literacy in various contexts.

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eSchool News

JULY 20, 2017

Rarely do we hear people, even teachers, discuss writing as a process for learning. This process can happen when studying any subject, not just English language arts. We talk about writing as a product for assessment, a subject where paragraphs and commas are taught, or a skill that one either has developed or lacks.

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Edsurge

JUNE 27, 2025

There will be some of the smaller liberal arts colleges that have a good brand and offer a good experience. In “Teacher in the Machine,” Trumbore traces edtech’s beginnings to three professors at distinct schools: Suppes, who founded the Computer Curriculum Corp.

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k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

Multi-sensory learning techniques, such as hands-on activities, visual aids, and interactive discussions, further enhance understanding and retention. Thats why AEF schedules quarterly conferences where teachers, staff, and parents sit down to discuss student progress, strengths, and areas that need extra attention.

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Teaching with a Mountain View

JULY 10, 2025

Keep Supplies Accessible Also, take time to gather essentials– notebooks, pencils, a whiteboard, art supplies, etc. End the Homeschool Day with Reflection Wrap up your school day by reviewing what you learned, celebrating successes, and discussing challenges. On nice days, take your space outside!

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

Platforms like Zoom or Google Classroom enable real-time discussions, while forums foster ongoing dialogue beyond scheduled sessions. Countries increasingly adopt international benchmarks, pushing for standardized curricula that often prioritize STEM over the arts. You can’t ignore the impact of globalization either.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JULY 18, 2025

Patriotic Agamographs | Nice September 11th Craft Activity By Art with Jenny Grades: 3rd-8th Agamographs are images that change depending on the angle from which you view them, and this resource offers several options. Beyond being enjoyable, these activities encourage meaningful discussions and deepen their understanding of the day.

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k12

JULY 10, 2025

Discussion Forums: Some programs include online forums where students can continue conversations beyond the classroom. Supporting your child in joining these discussions—even casually—can reinforce the material and help them feel part of a learning community. Interactive Games: Learning can (and should!)

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Cal Matters

JUNE 25, 2025

She eventually found her niche at the college newspaper, the Highlander, first as a contributing writer and then as arts and entertainment editor, where she oversaw coverage of books, fashion, movies and concerts. Students welcomed low-key gatherings such as video nights or arts-and-crafts sessions.

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Teach Thought

MAY 18, 2025

Discuss density, polarity, and chemical reactions. Observe and discuss how the sun’s position affects shadow length and angle. This activity combines art and simple electrostatic concepts. Pour water to see it spin and discuss how water can generate power. Discuss surface tension and chemical reactions.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 27, 2025

Vision Board Student Workbook By Danielle Knight Grades: 4th-12th Subjects: English Language Arts Students will create a 15×20 vision board using this eight-section guide. Turn vision boards into a bulletin board display Take your bulletin board beyond seasonal themes and art projects this year.

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k12

JUNE 24, 2025

For example, I create content for my YouTube channel and art during the daytime. On the other hand, last year, my favorite was my elective art courses because I was studying 2D animation. My advice is to make sure to discuss and review the way K12-powered schools are structured. My typical day is filled with personal activities.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 16, 2025

Decorate your classroom with Hispanic heritage arts and crafts Present students with notable Hispanic historical figures in creative, hands-on ways. Frida Kahlo Door Decor Set – Spanish by SraDavilaMadwid Subjects: Art History, Spanish Make Frida Kahlo and her work the focus of your classroom before you even open the door.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 2, 2025

Inspire students with a walk outside, complete with notebooks, sunshine, and lots of topics for discussion. Use them to begin longer narrative essays, begin class discussions, or introduce elements of fiction in your language arts class. Should students be required to take a music or art class? What would you do?

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 9, 2025

Creative Conversation Starters and Discussion Topics Take your topics past getting-to-know-you activities for high school students and into meaningful conversations. Use 200 conversation starter cards to get the discussion going. Where is your favorite seat in any class? If you had to teach a class, what would the class be called?

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