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5 educators on what 2024 will bring to education

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For example, this year our district launched the Exploration AI program to boost educators’ use and understanding of this emerging technology through self-directed, gamified learning. Courtney Groskin, Instructional Learning Coach, St. Vrain Valley Schools, Longmont, Colo. Cybersecurity is a growing threat for schools.

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New Teacher-Focused Program Launched to Drive Literacy Results for Alaska Students

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The program will utilize federal funds under the Every Student Succeeds Act, Title II and feature CORE’s Online Elementary Reading Academy (OERA), as well as individualized coaching sessions for each participating teacher. Portland, Ore., Oakland, Calif.,

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Strategies to craft effective PD for schools and districts

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While traditional lecture-based sessions still exist, an increasingly common approach is to offer a dynamic range of opportunities–from hands-on workshops and interactive learning experiences to flexible, self-paced online learning.

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Gale and ConnectEDD Publishing Announce Partnership to Offer Jimmy Casas’ PD Resources on Gale eBooks Platform

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Gale , part of Cengage Group and ConnectEDD Publishing , have partnered to bring the professional development (PD) resources of best-selling author, leadership coach, and K-12 professional learning expert, Jimmy Casas , to school districts nationwide via the Gale eBooks platform. CHICAGO & FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich.

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How to ensure edtech ROI? Ask these 4 questions

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Maybe some of these challenges sound familiar, whether you’re a district, a school, a curriculum leader or an instructional coach, a digital learning specialist, or a librarian. Coordinators can also help streamline the numbers of tools needed, such as finding tools that bring tech functionality and content together.

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15 edtech startups selected for the inaugural AWS Education Accelerator

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Murrieta, CA Oblio is improving the university admissions process with an innovative AI tool designed to help admissions officers, faculty, staff, and coaches send hyper-personalized emails, streamline communication, and embrace multilingual inclusivity. Oblio, Inc.

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Using technology to support learning through movement

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It is a great way to add a new and exciting twist to PE class, whether its helping students hone their soccer skills or using it with interactive learning to reinforce classroom learning. Strategies for success There are many ways schools can incorporate technology and movement to support learning. Start small.