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Bridging the Gap Between Classroom and Real Life: The Power of Applied Learning

k12 Digest

Since 2009, he has taught History, English, and Theology in the United States, and has since expanded his expertise to the Social Sciences, Humanities, and Business studies in China. His educational philosophy is centered on nurturing students’ thirst for knowledge and preparing them to do meaningful work in the future.

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Beyond formulas: Embracing complexity in writing instruction

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It allows teachers to view the funds of knowledge composers bring to a task and create entry points for support. What instruction in strategies is necessary to help students communicate their desired message effectively? The English Journal, 77 (6), 57-58. Do they have access to the tools necessary to be successful? Rittel, H.

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AI tools that support learning–not cheating

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It lets them visualize their knowledge and express their understanding in a creative format. How it helps: Design thinking and communication skills are key components of education. Canva Magic Studio lets students express knowledge through their own creations.

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How to integrate environmental concepts into every subject

eSchool News

One of my earliest projects as the Director of Environmental Education for a public school district in New York was in a middle school English Language Arts classroom. Theres a sense that it demands more time, more resources, and specialized knowledge. What I always tell districts is, You dont need to do something extra.

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Bridging the Gap Between Classroom and Real Life: The Power of Applied Learning

k12 Digest

Since 2009, he has taught History, English, and Theology in the United States, and has since expanded his expertise to the Social Sciences, Humanities, and Business studies in China. His educational philosophy is centered on nurturing students’ thirst for knowledge and preparing them to do meaningful work in the future.

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5 digital resources to engage students in meaningful learning

eSchool News

This tool is especially powerful for developing creativity and communication skills. Furthermore, it’s a powerful tool for developing literacy skills and content knowledge in a way that resonates with children across grade levels and learning styles.

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Beyond One-Size-Fits-All: How School Districts Choose Edtech That’s Culturally Relevant

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million English learners in K-12 public schools in the fall of 2021, up from 4.6 Evaluate Vendors With 17 percent of its 12,700 students classified as English language learners as well as a significant refugee population, Jenks Public Schools in Oklahoma used the CITES framework to develop a robust vendor-evaluation process. “We