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Look to the Science: Understanding how Mind, Brain and Education Science can Inform Educational Practices

k12 Digest

Her career spans roles as an elementary teacher, instructional coach, mentor, special education administrator, and elementary school principal. Gina DiTullio holds a doctorate in Executive Leadership from the St. John Fisher College of Education and brings almost 30 years of diverse experience in the field of education.

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The Station Rotation Model

Catlin Tucker

I wanted students to collaborate, communicate, and create at that online station using the devices as a tool. When coaching teachers in a 1:1 environment where all students have devices, I encourage teachers to balance the online and offline learning activities to give students a much-needed break from the screen.

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

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Students arent just using devicestheyre using digital tools to solve real-world problems, create, collaborate, and communicate across borders. What makes this continuum so effective is how it blends critical thinking with character education. Critical thinking isnt something we teach once, says Ms. Meadowcroft.

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5 ways to teach and assess learning in the age of AI

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Some experts believe this new technology can have a positive impact on teaching and learning, while others fret it may weaken the teaching of critical thinking and increase bias by spreading misinformation about different groups and cultures. Secret 2: Student expertise.

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Formative Assessment is Key to Being Responsive

Catlin Tucker

Collaboration: How effectively does the student work with peers, share responsibilities, and communicate? Problem-solving: Can students apply critical thinking and problem-solving strategies to overcome challenges? Contribution: Does the student contribute relevant ideas, questions, or solutions?

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Here’s how to put coding and robotics programs in K-8 classrooms

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Cloud, MN, and Ann Bartel, an instructional technology specialist in Chilton, WI, teach K-8 students about technology through coding and computer science programs that incorporate the 4Cs of learning: collaboration, creativity, critical thinking, and communication.

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

k12 Digest

To address this, AEF integrates executive functioning coaching into daily instruction. For many students, developing social awareness, confidence, and communication skills requires structured support. Effective communication is a key aspect of the BIC System. Communication is at the heart of this partnership.

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