Edsurge

MAY 13, 2019

Around that time, Ashton read about the high demand for skilled workers in computer science—a growing field that offers high-paying jobs, with a starting salary around $65,000 per year. The curriculum, which is aligned to the AP Computer Science framework, is free, but teacher training is not.

Schools 167

Schools Science Middle School Middle School 167

Edsurge

AUGUST 3, 2016

Constructionism,” a term Seymour coined in the mid-’80s in connection with the academic work on LOGO, (the children’s computer programming language) and the education movement it spawned, became the basis for our work together at the MIT Media Lab (described in a book we published in 1991). Seymour’s genius goes far beyond the academic.

Knowledge 129

Knowledge Curriculum Design Intelligence Math 129

Edsurge

MARCH 6, 2017

The curriculum, designed to serve the school’s exclusively Native population, emphasizes Navajo language and culture as much as it does the Common Core standards. So, you can just imagine how engaged kids are if they read a story about a character who lives in a hogan and they’re like, ‘My grandma lives in a hogan!’"

Education 127

Education Schools History Culture 127

Scholarly Teacher

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Keywords: Student partnerships, Asset-Based Mindset, Language Resources Introduction In educational contexts, English is often privileged as the language of communication and instruction. Relevant and meaningful feedback on writing may vary between cultures, as language is also inextricably tied to culture.

Teaching 98

Teaching Instructors English Language 98

Edsurge

JANUARY 12, 2024

With Kolibri, we provide a free and open-source learning platform that's really designed for learners with limited digital literacy skills, so there aren’t as many barriers to adoption. If you’re bilingual or multilingual and interested in translating Kolibri into your language, email us at i18nteam@learningequality.org.

Education 167

Education Internet Accessibility Feedback 167

Edsurge

APRIL 4, 2017

In fact, the word “curriculum,” whether followed by “writer” or designer,” appears to resonate relatively strongly with viewers. Take the five most viewed job postings from last year: “Curriculum designer” at NoRedInk. Curriculum solutions designers job” at Cengage Learning. 12 lab.”.

English 100

English Curriculum Design Attention Curriculum 100

Edsurge

DECEMBER 15, 2017

We then (re)design the curriculum to match, then go through a curriculum review” - and this process is iterated over time. Entangled Solutions felt, “Educators should develop the curriculum - they are curriculum design experts. Educators and employers need to collaborate to create a common skills language.”

Skills 78

Skills Discussions Language Languages 78

Edsurge

JULY 16, 2016

For computer science , this means we have done a tremendous amount of in-house curriculum design. Five years ago when we were in the initial planning stage for what would become AFSE there weren’t any curriculum offerings that met our goals. Algebra can deliver key skills in problem solving and abstract thinking.

Science 84

Science Math Schools Interdisciplinary 84

The Applicious Teacher

JUNE 18, 2024

Read (for Pleasure!) I think not, and summertime is the perfect time to catch up on your reading! This presents a perfect opportunity to read books and discuss them with other people! I have two kids, a curriculum design business, and a full-time career. These are some of my favorites! I laughedwas she joking?

Art 52

Art Reading Writing Activities 52

k12 Online Schools

MAY 9, 2025

Badges and Levels: Acknowledge milestones like mastering a math topic or reading five books in a month. It can be baked into how we teach science, math, language, and even history. Through letters and voice messages, they not only practiced language skills but also built friendships that extended beyond the classroom.

Schools 52

Schools Motivation Gamification Essay 52

Edsurge

MAY 6, 2018

Afterward, I had them in that elusive, magical sweet spot, primed and ready to see the historical photos, read the primary source documents, and relate them to their own experiences working minimum-wage jobs. I wish you could see all the inspired curriculum I have seen and feel the energy in those classrooms.

Social Studies 136

Social Studies History Curriculum Textbooks 136