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Too much technology could hurt learning outcomes

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Using computers and other learning technology too often can be detrimental to student performance, OECD says. Students who use computers and learning technology at moderate levels tend to have better learning outcomes than students who use computers and learning technology rarely, according to new research from the OECD.

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It’s time to ask how E-rate will impact learning outcomes

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In the beginning, E-rate focused principally on telephone service, which was the most basic and universal way individuals communicated 20 years ago. While the focus on communication has remained, technology has changed radically throughout the past two decades. It became clear that E-rate was in need of a refresh.

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The Station Rotation Model: Arrange Your Furniture to Maximize Focus and Engagement

Catlin Tucker

Research has shown that the way furniture is arranged in a classroom can significantly impact student behavior and learning outcomes (Granito & Santana, 2016; Parks, Corno & Cozzone, 2017). Table Groups for Collaboration Sitting in a group with others fosters communication and collaboration around shared tasks.

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Why Instructional Design Must Focus on Learning Outcomes, Not Learning Activities

Edsurge

Students expect to come to school to learn and to be challenged (although they may never tell us that). If we want such activities to produce genuine student growth, instructional design must focus on learning outcomes as opposed to the activity itself. Nonetheless, students also want to enjoy learning.

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3 strategies to maximize ESSER funds

eSchool News

Here are three ways school administrators can use remaining ESSER III funds to add or enhance a digital learning program in their school or district. Recognizing the need to adapt to the digital landscape, UVLA’s school leadership opted for a blended learning approach, combining online coursework with traditional classroom instruction.

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Why our district is investing in AI, AR, VR, and MR

eSchool News

For most of our students, it’s hard to imagine communicating without email or text message. The number of ways our students learn, share, and communicate has grown exponentially in the last few years. The power of Artificial intelligence (AI).

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3 free STEAM education resources to nurture student curiosity

eSchool News

Putting the ‘E’ in integrative STEM instruction For more news on STEAM, visit eSN’s STEM & STEAM hub According to the National Math and Science Initiative , STEM education helps students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, fosters communication, and bolsters teamwork.

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