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IXL Learning Acquires Language Learning Software Developer Curiosity Media

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— June 12, 2022 — IXL Learning , developer of personalized learning products used by more than 13 million students, announced it has acquired Curiosity Media , the creator of innovative language learning platforms that empower people to more effectively communicate in Spanish and English.

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Revisiting Blended Learning Principles, With School Plans in Limbo

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Quizzes and adaptive learning software give students opportunities to review content and practice basic skills with immediate feedback. Programs that follow this model place high priority on making sure all communications and course materials are easy for students to access and navigate with minimal teacher direction or facilitation.

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How to Help Your Students Navigate the News in a Presidential Election Year

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For social studies educators, a presidential election year is a big deal. I’ve always relished these times because they’re part of what makes social studies special. Social studies teachers must support their students as they encounter: Major attacks on journalism. Evolving forms of media delivery.

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How Tech Can Engage Students, Simplify the School Day and Save Time for Teachers

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According to national social studies teacher education guidelines , infusing technology into instruction should: Extend learning beyond what could be done without technology. Include opportunities for students to study relationships among science, technology, and society. Introduce technology in context.

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6 Tech Activities for Your Summer School Program

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The student should plan to use Prezi, HaikuDeck, Voki or another presentation method that fits their communication style. Depending upon the tool selected, learning will also link to a wide variety of academic topics, such as writing, social studies, and math. Now go forth! Enjoy the research. Khan Academy.

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Drinking, Smoking and Sugar: How Unsavory Ads Wound Up on Edmodo

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Over the last year, she’s noticed ads peppered throughout the communications app, which is used by most students, parents and teachers at her 13-year-old’s middle school. The advertisement appeared on Edmodo’s mobile app, which Freeman’s son uses daily for updates about homework, quizzes and other school assignments.

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A Former Oakland Unified Teacher Now Helps Even More Students Pass AP Tests

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There are also quizzes and online study groups where users can chat. Former teachers have built tools for reading, writing, financial planning, teacher-parent communication and a myriad other applications in schools. On Fiveable, visitors can watch livestreams of AP exam review for free.

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