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3 Pillars of High-quality Blended Learning

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This element of choice amplifies students’ interest in their studies as they feel connected to the material they are learning about. In an upper elementary English or history class, students may have the opportunity to decide which discussion technique to use to discuss a short story.

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‘Why Am I Just Learning About This?’ In New College Board Offering, Students Explore the African Diaspora

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The African diaspora is not taught as a standalone Advanced Placement course, but rather as a theme in AP Seminar through which students learn about real-world issues while developing skills such as critical thinking, collaboration, research and presentation. Cary Hunt, who teaches AP Seminar at Grissom High School in Huntsville, Ala.,

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Hoping to Spur 'Learning Engineering,' Carnegie Mellon Will Open-Source Its Digital-Learning Software

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Carnegie Mellon has a long history of commercializing its digital-learning tools, though. In 1998, for instance, researchers from the university formed a spin-off company called Carnegie Learning that popularized the math tutor software developed at the university.

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Classroom Learning

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At its core, classroom learning provides a structured environment conducive to focused study and exploration. For example, in a history class, students might participate in a simulation of a historical event, immersing themselves in the context and gaining a deeper appreciation for the complexities of the past.

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How K12 Supports Elementary Students in Science and STEM

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Real-World Applications: Learning feels more relevant when kids see how STEM applies to the world around them, such as studying how weather patterns connect to daily forecasts or learning to code a simple video game. Virtual tools and at-home kits let students explore subjects like chemistry, physics, and biology in fun and memorable ways.

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