k12 Digest

JUNE 24, 2025

We are shaping individuals who are not only knowledgeable but also compassionate, resourceful, and ready to take on the challenges of a global society,” Llana explains. This philosophy is embedded in the British Curriculum, which offers both structure and flexibility. Our goal is to help them define it on their own terms.”

Exams 137

Exams Counselling Education Schools 137

eSchool News

JUNE 25, 2025

Our study evaluated Core5’s impact on more than one million California elementary students’ ELA achievement during the 2022-23 school year. By empowering educators with unparalleled ease of use and the knowledge and tools they need, Lexia helps more students unlock their potential to read, write, and speak with confidence.

English 173

English Language Languages Art 173

Teach Thought

JULY 10, 2025

Letter grades are indeed first subjective evaluations of knowledge proficiency, but once they are passed to the hands of the students, they become game components, passed around as proof of the completion of some task, or the achievement of some desired goal (mastering a standard, fulfilling the requirements of an assignment, etc.)

Gamification 104

Gamification Learning Motivation Learning Styles 104

Faculty Focus

JULY 13, 2025

Critical thinking is defined by Paul and Elder as “the art of analyzing and evaluating thought processes with a view to improving them” (Paul and Elder 2020, 9). Is the information precise, significant, and relevant to the knowledge that I am seeking? Does the response represent logical and in-depth details?

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Critical Thinking Intelligence Education Learning 98

Faculty Focus

JULY 20, 2025

Feedback Analysis : Evaluate customer feedback to identify patterns in behavior and make informed decisions for service improvement. She is being asked to use the knowledge and skills she has developed at work to scaffold new information related to the field of psychology. Generative AI is changing education as we speak.

Syllabus 96

Syllabus Education Ethics Instructors 96

Faculty Focus

JULY 13, 2025

Critical thinking is defined by Paul and Elder as “the art of analyzing and evaluating thought processes with a view to improving them” (Paul and Elder 2020, 9). Is the information precise, significant, and relevant to the knowledge that I am seeking? Does the response represent logical and in-depth details?

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Critical Thinking Intelligence Education Learning 128

Teach Thought

MAY 17, 2025

As research has suggested, they can be used for assessment design, curriculum design, lesson planning, personalizing and differentiating learning , and almost any other ‘thing’ a teacher–or student–has to do. For a visual version of this framework, see Bloom’s Digital Taxonomy Chart.

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Critical Thinking Evaluation Knowledge Curriculum Design 52

Edsurge

MAY 5, 2025

This uncertainty can be daunting, but one thing is clear: Foundational knowledge in computer science will be essential, no matter what paths they choose. How can we ensure that all students develop the computing skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in an increasingly technology-driven workforce?

Science 111

Science Education Ethics Students 111

Faculty Focus

JULY 20, 2025

Feedback Analysis : Evaluate customer feedback to identify patterns in behavior and make informed decisions for service improvement. She is being asked to use the knowledge and skills she has developed at work to scaffold new information related to the field of psychology. Generative AI is changing education as we speak.

Syllabus 95

Syllabus Education Ethics Instructors 95

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

Research indicates that students thrive in environments where teachers act as facilitators rather than mere dispensers of knowledge. To summarize, while hybrid learning models offer promising solutions, their success hinges on thoughtful execution and consistent evaluation. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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Hybrid Learning Learning Styles Study Critical Thinking 135

Faculty Focus

APRIL 24, 2025

However, we are often unaware of tacit knowledge that underlies our activities and actions, especially when things do not go as planned. That is, when do make our reflective practice modus operandi, we declare our commitment in developing our professional knowledge and artistry. we say what we do) and our theory in action (i.e.

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Lecturing Faculty Development Knowledge Laboratory 56

Edsurge

JUNE 9, 2025

Diagnostic assessments, as opposed to summative assessments, measure students’ current knowledge and skills, helping educators identify gaps and areas for growth, and guide teachers and school leaders toward where students might need additional instruction, resources or support to meet learning outcomes.

Ethics 111

Ethics Evaluation Testing Science 111

Teaching with a Mountain View

JUNE 19, 2025

Summer brings the chance to slow down, evaluate what matters most, and set new goals for next year. The Knowledge Gap – An eye-opening exploration of the importance of building knowledge-rich curricula in education. called it eye-opening, and Jessica W. said it “ Totally made me change my teaching for the good.

Reading 59

Reading Skills Teachers Classroom Management 59

Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 10, 2017

That includes everything from Common Core to the IB philosophy, from Depth of Knowledge to Project-based Learning. His eight mindframes for teachers include: My fundamental task is to evaluate the effect of my teaching on students’ learning and achievement. I confess, I found it frustrating. Or not occurring. I am a change agent.

Learning 193

Learning Failure Evaluation Feedback 193

Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 25, 2016

It’s intended as a barometer for evaluating technology incorporation into instruction, but I’m going to suggest it be used instead as a guide for integration. The student examines what they have learned in the unit, the needs of task-purpose-audience, and strategically selects the tool best suited to communicating their knowledge.

Technology 191

Technology Math Curriculum Evaluation 191

eSchool News

APRIL 10, 2025

Here are five powerful resources that can transform how you evaluate student progress. Through the easy-to-use templates, educators can create real-time polls to assess knowledge, check for misconceptions, or gather feedback. Canva: The polls available from Canva offer a fresh take on gauging student understanding.

Evaluation 281

Evaluation Quizzes Critical Thinking Feedback 281

Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

169 tech-centric situations—tech topics most important to your teaching as well as practical strategies to address most classroom tech situations Today’s tip: Evaluate websites Category: Parents When students use the internet to research a topic, likely they get hundreds—or thousands—of possible resources.

Evaluation 178

Evaluation Knowledge Intelligence History 178

Catlin Tucker

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

It helps students understand what is expected and how they will be evaluated. Rubric Criteria Analysis and evaluation of historical interpretations Step 2: Limit Your Criteria Teachers must limit the number of criteria they assess when using a rubric. This feedback can help students improve their skills and knowledge over time.

Fairness 546

Fairness Assignments Feedback Languages 546

eSchool News

MAY 12, 2023

DALLAS (PRWEB) — Frog Street , an early childhood education company designed around the latest science in early brain development, has announced the results of a study conducted by the Johns Hopkins School of Education evaluating the efficacy of the Frog Street Pre-K curriculum with students in Texas.

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Curriculum English Schools Study 261

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

.” Across independent studies, third-party evaluations and testimonials from a range of customers, Wonders has been proven again and again to contribute to student success. A recent review from EdReports.org rated the program highly in each of its three pillars: Text Quality and Complexity, Building Knowledge, and Usability.

English 256

English Language Languages Art 256

eSchool News

JUNE 4, 2024

Most academic interventions focus on core knowledge and basic skills: Let’s practice two-digit addition. These kinds of exercises can help students make marginal gains in reading, math, and general content knowledge, but they don’t address the root of the problem: learning how to think and how to learn. Why focus on critical thinking?

Critical Thinking 334

Critical Thinking Metacognitive Skills Knowledge Achievement 334

Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

Engagement Active involvement in learning that is relevant, valuable, and interesting Representation Access to multiple ways to experience or receive information Action and Expression Set goals, monitor and track progress toward goals, engage in metacognitive skill-building through self-assessment and demonstrate knowledge in a variety of ways.

Universal Design 545

Universal Design Blended Learning Metacognitive Skills Learning 545

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

Whether a principal, superintendent, head of technology, or head of curriculum, there is likely a gem of a resource among your staff who could push your Future Ready agenda forward. Librarians facilitate curriculum development and instruction. Here’s how many are doing it. Librarians are ninjas in digital citizenship.

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Textbooks Evaluation Knowledge Curriculum 280

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Here’s a non-comprehensive overview: Text generation : From drafting lesson plans to creating formative assessments, Gen AI can produce a wide range of written content and aid educators in curriculum development. The traditional methods of testing and evaluation must evolve to accommodate the capabilities of AI.

Metacognitive Skills 336

Metacognitive Skills Ethics Critical Thinking Evaluation 336

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Eventually, I felt I had no choice but to finally take my son for a thorough evaluation that revealed not only ADHD but also dyslexia and dysgraphia, a writing-related learning disability. After my son’s evaluation, I knew I had to take action. Teaching dyslexic students requires more than just following a curriculum.

Evaluation 351

Evaluation Learning Disabilities Disabilities Reading 351

eSchool News

DECEMBER 15, 2023

In the coming year, that broad trend will continue, with a shift to looking beyond knowledge building as schools, districts, and states begin improving capacity and creating systems aligned to the science of reading. No curriculum, however, is the science of reading, and I believe schools and districts are beginning to understand this.

Science 315

Science Reading Education Knowledge 315

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Lack of curriculum resources Since there is not always a clear answer to the question of what graduates should know after completing a computer science course, finding resources can be very difficult. Only 1 out of every 10 schools teaches programming, and in most schools computer science is not a required part of curriculum.

Science 311

Science Education Evaluation High School 311

Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 12, 2019

As another school year approaches, teachers are scrambling to set up classrooms, make photocopies of syllabi, attend mandatory meetings, and prepare their curriculum. The summer break gives us time to recharge and re-evaluate why we do this challenging work. Do your grades evaluate knowledge, skills, compliance?

Metacognitive Skills 367

Metacognitive Skills Schools Blended Learning Evaluation 367

Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 24, 2020

Curriculum-Based Assessment (CBA), often equated with Curriculum-Based Measurement (CBM), is any form of assessment that measures progress toward fulfillment of a stated curriculum. CBAs are typically designed by the educator but in some cases are available for download from the curriculum provider for free or fee.

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Curriculum Textbooks Evaluation Achievement 153

eSchool News

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Knowledge Graph helps developers enhance AI system inputs by aligning them with learning science research, state academic standards, and curricula, while Evaluators help developers assess AI system outputs to ensure they meet the accuracy, rigor, and quality essential for teaching and learning.

Intelligence 254

Intelligence Evaluation Knowledge Science 254

eSchool News

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Most academic interventions focus on core knowledge and basic skills: Lets practice two-digit addition. These kinds of exercises can help students make marginal gains in reading, math, and general content knowledge, but they dont address the root of the problem: learning how to think and how to learn. Why focus on critical thinking?

Critical Thinking 264

Critical Thinking Metacognitive Skills Education Knowledge 264

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Our schools must not only impart knowledge to our students but also equip them with the creativity, empathy, and curiosity required to walk into an unpredictable, yet promising, future with unwavering confidence. This joy in learning lays the groundwork for lifelong educational enthusiasm and resilience.

Schools 294

Schools Learning Students Knowledge 294

eSchool News

JULY 18, 2022

Its vision is “to ensure that ALL students possess the knowledge and skills needed to be society’s game changers: educated, productive, and empathetic individuals.”. Those are lofty objectives for programs centered around video games!

STEM 280

STEM Evaluation High School High School 280

eSchool News

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Curriculum Associates’ Ready Classroom Mathematics program for Grades K–5 recently received a Tier 1 rating by the Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE). Expert educators from EdReports.org reviewed the curriculum for Grades K–5 and found that it met expectations for all evaluation criteria across all grade levels.

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Curriculum Grades Evaluation Discussions 143

eSchool News

OCTOBER 3, 2018

Students need to locate reliable sources, evaluate the effectiveness of said reliable sources to answer a teacher- or student-driven research question, integrate the research from various sources in a way that makes sense for the audience, and properly cite the sources they’ve used while maintaining a specific format. Start them young.

English 279

English Students Evaluation Assignments 279

eSchool News

MAY 19, 2021

CAE’s Collegiate Learning Assessment (CLA+) and the College and Career Readiness Assessment (CCRA+) measure students’ ability to analyze, evaluate, and synthesize information and, ultimately, develop and effectively communicate a solution to a problem. About CenterPoint Education Solutions. centerpointeducation.org. centerpointeducation.org.

Secondary Education 246

Secondary Education Education Evaluation Critical Thinking 246

Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 18, 2024

The Ask a Tech Teacher team has ideas on how to incorporate giving into your STEM curriculum: Incorporating Monthly Giving Projects into STEM Curriculum: Inspiring the Next Generation of Philanthropists STEM equips students with critical thinking, problem-solving, and innovative skills vital for their future careers. Sound interesting?

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STEM Curriculum Critical Thinking Motivation 167