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What’s your district’s vision? Ask these 4 questions and find out

eSchool News

We want to be sure we’re using our technology; we need to find a program that will track our students’ progress.”. As such, we all—regardless of community, economy, demographic, age or any other data point—are compelled by one factor: belief. Next page: 4 questions for developing your district’s vision). Whats’ the Goal?

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The 6 Core Beliefs Behind Blending Leadership in Your School

Edsurge

A little over four years ago, we were working at an institution that had been selected as the Spotlight School at an educational technology conference in Memphis. We started as we often do—with a question. Sketchnote from Belief #5 about Mission, illustrated by Brad Ovenell-Carter. We simply stopped and took stock.

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Elmwood School: Where Girls Rise with Confidence, Curiosity and Global Vision

k12 Digest

There was no fanfarejust a vision, a small classroom, and a deep belief in what girls could achieve when given the right environment to grow. As an Apple Distinguished School, Elmwood integrates technology in ways that feel seamless and empowering. But here, technology isnt a shiny extra. Its a bicycle for the mind.

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Will Existing Mental Models Threaten Post-pandemic Progress in Education?

Catlin Tucker

I fear schools will revert to what is comfortable and what aligns with existing mental models instead of questioning the status quo, taking inventory of the lessons learned this year, and paving a new path forward. The answers to these questions are likely reflections of our past experiences in school systems. Stagnation or Progress.

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Better Questions in the Classroom Lead Students to Think Harder—and Learn Deeper

Edsurge

or ask a quick question such as, “What happens to the shadow when you move the lamp?” Asking a quick question prompts only shallow processing—in this case, David would likely respond, “My shadow changes.” By asking a better question, the teacher can prompt David to take a deep dive into the concept: “Which shadow is longer?

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Using VR to radically improve learning outcomes

eSchool News

” Math students have been asking educators this very question for decades. It is a commonly-held belief that algebraic concepts are directly related to critical thinking skills. Our educators have been upskilled, the resources and environment have been retooled, and the technology-assisted curriculum has been modernized. .

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Learn how to keep students safe online during remote learning

eSchool News

During this free eSchool News Virtual Leadership Event , eSchool News will highlight best practices from district leaders grappling with remote security issues and provide answers to these ever-changing questions. Eileen Belastock,Director of Technology and Information, Nauset Public Schools. 7 at 2 p.m.

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