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What is Constructivism and How Does it Fit Your Class?

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Traditional classes tend to be less about higher-order thinking because of the importance placed on teacher lectures and overseeing. Constructivist classes insist students think about the lesson while engaging in problem-solving and critical thinking as a path to understanding.

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How This Teacher Brings Census Data to Life in the Classroom

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The census helps companies plan where to create jobs; local governments plan where to build roads, schools, and hospitals; and finally helps students and organizations that research the numbers bring awareness to issues and possible solutions. There's math, geography and critical thinking involved.

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What the Shifting Data Center Ecosystem Means for Education

EdTech Magazine

At Vertiv, we see a lot of K–12 schools looking for ways to integrate IT into their classrooms and curricula, despite being behind the technology curve due to shrinking federal and state funding and never-ending campaigns for local support. .

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Empowering Students Through Durable Skills: Insights from Partnering and Learning with America Succeeds

TNTP Blog

In May 2024, TNTP and America Succeeds launched a partnership to expand durable skills development opportunities for all learners. The report does not focus solely on skillswhich we know are importantbut instead identifies the core practices that provide young people opportunities to build and apply those skills.

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The Best Homeschool Social Studies Curriculum for Busy Parents

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Discussion-based lessons encourage critical thinking and allow children to express their ideas. By understanding their surroundings, kids build problem-solving skills and an appreciation for different places and cultures. Government & Citizenship What makes a good citizen ?