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6 reasons young children should learn engineering

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Next, Keith explored how engineering curriculum design parameters, as codified by Dr. Christine Cunningham, EiE founding director at Museum of Science, Boston, can be adapted for early education. Engineering design process : For early education, this is three steps: explore, create, improve.

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What Separates a Good Blended Learning Program From a Bad One?

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Though there are many ways to implement a blended learning program, there are a few commonalities in what works, what doesn’t and what is destined for failure. One promising development in blended curriculum design that promotes student engagement is the new COVA model.

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Saga Education and Littera Education Partner to Boost Student Achievement in Mathematics

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In two randomized controlled trials, students who received Saga tutoring learned as much as an extra two and a half years of math in one academic year – the equivalent to closing up to 50 percent of the black-white test score gap in one school year. About Saga Education.

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?A Starter Kit for Instructional Designers

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Then, I test instructional concepts and product ideas by building rough prototypes that I put in front of learners to get their feedback quickly. Once you’ve read Papert, use the Understanding By Design Framework to structure your curriculum. Synthesize your feedback carefully and make changes, but avoid designing by committee.

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10 Ways to Make School Fun Again

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Higher test scores and better historical analysis in essays. Foster Social Connections in the Virtual Space When asked what they miss most about in-person school, students rarely mention desks or tests. It reframed failure as part of progress and made every learner feel seen. ” Students laughed, but the analogy stuck.

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