Edsurge

JUNE 25, 2020

Federal and state governments are releasing guidance about what standards are “most” important for learning, and the necessity for remote learning guidance brought new urgency and scrutiny to these already contentious conversations.

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Edsurge

JUNE 16, 2020

The Learning Policy Institute calculates the cost of distance learning at about $500 per student for a total of $3.7 These efforts will garner attention and illustrate how such practices can better align academic and financial outcomes during a budget crunch. billion for all public schools, at least.

Secondary Education 171

Secondary Education Internet Distance Learning STEM 171

eSchool News

JANUARY 2, 2023

I believe we’ll see increased attention to students’ mental health and, with it, an increase in the attention paid to the mental health crisis and severely limited resources in our schools. –Kristy Topalovich, Science Teacher at Roosevelt Community Education Center and a Vernier Science Education 40th Anniversary Grant recipient.

Coaching 337

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Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 6, 2024

Individualized and personalized attention is paramount in online courses, because it is more difficult for instructors to gauge student engagement and understanding. Smaller class sizes can help ensure that each learner gets the attention they need. 2016, Fischer et al. DOI: 10.1257/aer.p20161057 Burch, B. Quality Matters.

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Instructors Course Design Students Authentic Assessment 116

eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

Virtual learning assistants, or mentors, will, with human overseers, autonomously support personalized development: Imagine personalized learning journeys powered by AI agents that bring relevant topics to your students’ attention, based on your interests.

Gamification 360

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Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 6, 2024

Individualized and personalized attention is paramount in online courses, because it is more difficult for instructors to gauge student engagement and understanding. Smaller class sizes can help ensure that each learner gets the attention they need. 2016, Fischer et al. DOI: 10.1257/aer.p20161057 Burch, B. Quality Matters.

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Instructors Course Design Students Authentic Assessment 98

eSchool News

DECEMBER 25, 2023

I believe we’ll see increased attention to students’ mental health and, with it, an increase in the attention paid to the mental health crisis and severely limited resources in our schools. The coming year is the time to work on meeting kids where they are, including making sure we’re supporting their mental health needs.

Learning 177

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