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Engaging the reluctant reader: Benefits of gamified learning in literacy education

eSchool News

These students are often reluctant readers because they find the process complicated, and they lack confidence in their abilities. Educators need creative and authentic ways to engage students in reading without it seeming forced or gimmicky. Many educational games fall into this category.

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Why It's Important to Teach Your Students Financial Literacy—and Three Ways to Do It

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In Oakland, CA, more than 60 students at James Madison Middle School gather to talk about money. One student shares his family’s experience saving for emergencies. Research shows that by the age of 12, students will develop an economic understanding that researchers describe as “essentially adult”.

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🚀 Building a new civilization for kids

Teach Your Kids

Ben also describes Recess’s innovative approach to math learning and their upcoming programs designed to engage kids with game-based learning while building critical skills. Children experience freedom and decision-making in their learning process at Recess.