Faculty Focus

JUNE 17, 2025

Through best practices, case studies, and expert insights, we outline a step-by-step guide for institutions to craft their AI policies. His work is grounded in a belief that great design and strategy should serve access, equity, and outcomes. Chris holds a B.A. in Political Science from the University of Texas at El Paso and an M.A.

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Ethics Education Evaluation Fairness 117

k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

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. At the heart of this vision is a simple but powerful belief: joyful learning changes lives. The recently reimagined Learning Commons is a perfect example.

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Schools Culture Interdisciplinary Beliefs 210

Teachers Pay Teachers

JULY 16, 2025

This foundational knowledge includes study skills. No matter what subject you teach, spend time showing students how to take notes, how to study for tests and quizzes, and how to balance their time between homework and other after-school activities. Maximizing student engagement is the goal for every teacher!

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Faculty Focus

JUNE 17, 2025

Through best practices, case studies, and expert insights, we outline a step-by-step guide for institutions to craft their AI policies. His work is grounded in a belief that great design and strategy should serve access, equity, and outcomes. Chris holds a B.A. in Political Science from the University of Texas at El Paso and an M.A.

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Ethics Education Evaluation Fairness 74

k12 Digest

JUNE 2, 2025

It was a way to rekindle hope, driven by the belief that we must do better. A Global Youth Culture study found that 60% of young people report experiencing depression, 66% struggle with anxiety, and 35% have had suicidal thoughts. That was my call to action. As I grieved, I co-founded an organization called Safe and Sound Schools.

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Multidisciplinary Students Beliefs Culture 137

k12 Digest

JUNE 2, 2025

It was a way to rekindle hope, driven by the belief that we must do better. A Global Youth Culture study found that 60% of young people report experiencing depression, 66% struggle with anxiety, and 35% have had suicidal thoughts. That was my call to action. As I grieved, I co-founded an organization called Safe and Sound Schools.

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Multidisciplinary Students Beliefs Culture 130

k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

This initiative helps students strengthen their academic foundations, develop better study habits, and build resilience. At the heart of AEFs teaching methods is the belief that learning should be engaging and accessible.

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Skills Schools Learning Students 137

Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 27, 2025

Having said that, here’s a granular list of teacher-approved books to keep you busy this summer: What Great Teachers Do Differently by Todd Whitaker What are the beliefs and behaviors that set great teachers apart? In this internationally renowned bestseller, Todd Whitaker reveals 19 keys to becoming more effective in the classroom.

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Reading Education Classroom Management Intelligence 92

Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 11, 2025

How do the characters’ beliefs and values come through in their actions or words? You’ll also get three customizable covers perfect for group assignments, novel studies, and independent projects. What impact do the characters’ choices have on the tone and outcome of the story? In what ways did you personally connect with the novel?

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Writing Grades Essay Middle School 52

Cal Matters

JULY 7, 2025

The university will also require mandatory student training on antisemitism awareness and endow a chair of Jewish studies. Leora Feinsmith, a junior at Cal Poly studying public health, supports Armstrong’s efforts. Armstrong reported during the testimony that the number of Jewish students at the campus has doubled since 2011.

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Questions Study Beliefs History 99

eSchool News

JULY 25, 2024

” “The findings from this study highlight both the enthusiasm and the apprehensions surrounding AI integration in education. As district-level leaders, it is our responsibility to listen to concerns, be forward-thinking, and weave in the unique perspectives of the communities we serve,” said Dr.

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Beliefs Education Ethics Middle School 297

eSchool News

JUNE 8, 2016

Study of grades 3-5 students showed improved math achievement with personalized learning approach. A research study from the Center for Education Policy Research (CEPR) at Harvard University demonstrates a link between an adaptive learning program and improvement in mathematics achievement for students in grades 3-5.

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Study Math Beliefs Achievement 187

Edsurge

AUGUST 18, 2021

[by LightField Studios / Shutterstock] The unusual school, work and home conditions that so many Americans have faced during the pandemic have given researchers new opportunities to study the causes and consequences of family stressors and behaviors. It’s hard to be a really warm, actively engaged parent if you are struggling yourself.

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Study Beliefs Peer Review Schools 164

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

It’s a common belief that testing anxiety affects only older students, such as those taking high school or college placement exams. In fact, studies have shown that test anxiety is actually the worst in the middle grades. However, testing anxiety affects students of all ages.

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Special Education Testing Disabilities Failure 364

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

In a healthy school culture, there’s a belief that every student holds unique gifts and talents, and has the innate ability to be successful. Literacy impacts every other subject that a student will study in school, from algebra to creative writing. Create a literacy-rich school culture.

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Culture Beliefs Schools Writing 357

eSchool News

MAY 11, 2020

million times, she describes her study of different predictors of success and how grit emerged as a significant predictor for long-term goals. So far, the best idea has been the growth mindset—the belief that ability to learn isn’t fixed, that it can change with your effort,” Duckworth says during her talk.

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Beliefs Students Motivation Study 346

eSchool News

MAY 26, 2020

Stephanie Jones, director of the Ecological Approaches to Social-Emotional Learning (EASEL) Lab, explained that there are six SEL domains studied and documented by researchers. The next three are belief ecologies: attitudes, habits of mind, and ways of thinking about the world. Related content: 5 benefits of SEL in classrooms.

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Beliefs Study Skills Activities 314

eSchool News

MARCH 9, 2020

I use VR in my classroom because I see its success, but it’s not just me–multiple studies point to the academic advantages of immersive tech. This belief caused me to start The Glimpse Group , a diversified VR and AR platform company made up of 9 unique software and services subsidiaries.

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Beliefs Lecturing Study Teaching 326

Edsurge

APRIL 4, 2017

At Newington Public Schools (NPS) in Connecticut, the belief in all students is at the heart of every decision we make. Believing in every student, and enacting initiatives that demonstrate that belief. Each academy has a planned program of study with numerous branches students can choose from. The secret to our success?

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Beliefs STEM Laboratory Middle School 126

Edsurge

DECEMBER 6, 2023

To build on our founders’ mission, the school began offering a women’s studies elective titled “Women and Society”, which I have proudly taught since 2014. I applied for the position, and because of my experience studying and minoring in women’s studies during college, I was given the opportunity to teach the course.

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Study Teaching Schools Beliefs 163

eSchool News

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Dweck’s work compares the effects of how a fixed mindset, or the belief that skills, talents, and intellect are unchangeable, to that of a growth mindset—the belief that skills, talents and intellect can be developed through hard work and persistence. The student answered that he had studied. The power of words.

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Beliefs Grades Languages Language 279

Edsurge

JANUARY 7, 2019

And it’s this service that makes it possible for our system to turn a classroom lecture into a study guide. It’ll become foundational technology because of its ability to link the classroom to other resources and capabilities—search, note taking, study guides, and a lot of big data. How are you measuring success?

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Study Lecturing Assistive Technology Exams 164

eSchool News

MAY 23, 2022

The Society for Human Resource Management has just released a study suggesting that 70 percent of employers want to assess candidates based on demonstrated skills. One: There is a growing recognition that employers want to move to a “skills-based” hiring system.

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Skills Beliefs Study Activities 275

eSchool News

MAY 11, 2018

million times, she describes her study of different predictors of success and how grit emerged as a significant predictor for long-term goals. So far, the best idea has been the growth mindset—the belief that ability to learn isn’t fixed, that it can change with your effort,” Duckworth says during her talk.

Beliefs 273

Beliefs Students Motivation Study 273

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Schools and districts must approach this year with that same level of creativity and urgency as they did in the early days of the pandemic, rethinking long-held beliefs about schooling and implementing new ideas that once seemed impossible to meet the changing needs of their communities.

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Teachers Beliefs Study Participation 297

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

For instance, a meta-analysis of 120 studies on the factors that influence teacher retention from the Annenberg Institute at Brown University found that reducing the number of student disciplinary problems, improving the work environment, and increasing administrative support can lower attrition rates and encourage teachers to stay.

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Teachers Beliefs Culture Coaching 320

Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 22, 2023

In the initial “I used to think…” stage, students reflect on their beliefs or opinions about a specific topic, subject, or issue. This helps students understand the impact of their learning better and how their ideas have developed over time. This promotes critical thinking and historical empathy.

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Ethics Metacognitive Skills Culture Critical Thinking 331

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

However, the education sector’s response is that currently less than half of high schools teach , and only 5 percent of students go on to further computer science study. Many studies have shown that the simplicity of the Scratch environment may be the reason for higher engagement in the early years.

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Science Beliefs Students High School 266

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

I always knew her persevering belief in me made a difference in my life, but I never understood the science behind her impact until recently. Over the past two decades, numerous research studies have shown a direct link between ACEs and negative health outcomes as an adult. Reavis was more than just my 5 th -grade teacher.

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Beliefs Science Study Grades 267

Edsurge

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Internal barriers are intrinsic to the teacher — for example, their beliefs and attitudes about the usefulness of technology, and their real and perceived knowledge. In these cases, teachers faced no internal barriers when it came to beliefs and attitudes, but they were still hampered by using edtech effectively in instruction.

Beliefs 216

Beliefs Teachers Participation Internet 216

eSchool News

APRIL 15, 2019

While that’s partly true, studies suggest that curiosity has a deeper impact on learning. Set aside time for students to play and tinker with ideas, tools, emotions, beliefs, and materials in the classroom. Why build curiosity? To some, curiosity suggests actively seeking out challenges and new experiences. Take action.

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Activities Beliefs Internet Math 279

eSchool News

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Unveiled at the STEM Innovation Forum, The Girls’ Index: Girls & STEM Impact Report , a groundbreaking study from Ruling Our eXperiences (ROX) involving 17,502 girls in grades 5-12 across the United States, sheds light on evolving perceptions, interests, and challenges girls face in pursuing STEM education and careers.

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STEM Beliefs Math Science 290

eSchool News

JULY 6, 2022

Personalized learning is defined as: “A pedagogical philosophy, tending to refer to a host of efforts and modalities (blended learning is one such modality) that tailor learning and development to the individual student, based on beliefs about what outcomes educators want students to reach and how to best help them get there.”

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Blended Learning Education Hybrid Learning Beliefs 275

eSchool News

MARCH 18, 2024

This mindset and belief system could not be further from the truth. Teachers can help students see how math animates science, history, music, social studies, art, and sports. Excel in math and you can pursue a wealth of STEM and other rewarding careers. It’s two baskets for a four-point lead at halftime.

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Language Languages Math Culture 333

eSchool News

AUGUST 9, 2024

As an edtech researcher and designer who has spent the last 15 years studying how technology can bridge the gap between learning and play, I’m struck by the ways in which generative AI can bring creativity and playfulness to the classroom–a notion that I know runs counter to some of the current critiques.

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Teaching Essay Teaching Methods Intelligence 322

eSchool News

DECEMBER 17, 2018

million times, she describes her study of different predictors of success and how grit emerged as a significant predictor for long-term goals. So far, the best idea has been the growth mindset—the belief that ability to learn isn’t fixed, that it can change with your effort,” Duckworth says during her talk.

Beliefs 240

Beliefs Students Motivation Study 240

eSchool News

JUNE 14, 2017

John Hattie’s meta-study, Visible Learning (2009), changed the way we think about what works in the classroom. His analysis of 50,000 educational studies involving more than 80 million students gave us vital information about the relative effectiveness of different teaching practices on student achievement.

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Technology Teachers Beliefs Learning 223