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What SEL teaches us about safety

eSchool News

To combat their loneliness, they seek social attention the wrong way. The core SEL competencies help develop good mental, emotional, and social health — three elements that can contribute immensely to dismantling safety issues such as bullying and creating safe learning spaces.

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5 ways to manage students’ screen time

eSchool News

Modern technological advancements can make education noticeably more exciting and entertaining, but accompanied by all its benefits, uncontrolled use of technology in schools can divert students’ attention to unwanted places. Clearly outline the expectations to ensure the classroom remains a safe and productive learning space.

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5 of the biggest education trends for 2025

eSchool News

For 2025, schools and districts are focused on making learning more engaging for students, creating a more positive environment for educators, and transforming school culture to meet the diverse needs of the school community.

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

k12 Digest

That vision became AEF Schools , a place designed for students who needed something differenta structured, supportive environment where learning goes beyond textbooks and tests. At the heart of AEFs teaching methods is the belief that learning should be engaging and accessible. But learning doesnt stop with formal training.

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Outdoor classrooms should outlast COVID

eSchool News

In Durango, a mountain town with a hearty outdoor recreation culture, most parents were happy for us to be outside. My curriculum at a project-based learning charter school was mine to invent. The evidence for learning in nature is compelling, robust, and growing. Improved attention and cognitive function. Reduced stress.

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Teaching ‘Digital Native’ College Students Who Understand TikTok — But Not Microsoft Excel

Edsurge

They’re building lessons about computer tools directly into their courses, offering support services through learning centers and video tutorials, and generally trying to destigmatize asking for help with technology. But that type of learning doesn’t always lend itself to the technical digital skills needed in higher education.

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8 Keys to Designing Tomorrow’s Schools, Today

Edsurge

Each of our keys is based on research and is part of unlocking a new design for our K-12 education system of teaching and learning. Here’s where we start: Key #1: Leadership and school culture lay the foundation. Key #2: The learning experience must be redesigned and made personal.

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