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How I use digital curriculum in my math classroom

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Finding applicable resources for discovery-based learning that would fit into existing lesson plans was not always easy. Along with that, the curriculum supplement that came with our new textbooks was starting to replace some of the traditional paper-and-pencil work that we had been doing. The latter of those two is my focus here.

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Innovative tech standards want your feedback

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These standards are a roadmap for educators worldwide to navigate decisions about curriculum, instruction and professional learning that are focused on the learner-driven application of technology. This important charge has enabled the school to focus on the concept of Empowered Learners.

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Illinois’ Shiloh CUSD #1 Adds New, Cutting-Edge Edtech Tool to Middle School and High School Curriculum to More Deeply Engage Students in Science   

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Charlotte, NC — Illinois’ Shiloh CUSD #1 today announced an expansion of its partnership with Discovery Education that adds a new, cutting-edge resource to the district’s middle school and high school science curriculum. Pivot Interactives accomplishes both these goals as it helps students explore the natural world around them.”

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Turn the Page: Looking Beyond the Textbook for Culturally-Responsive Curriculum

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Recently, Education Week published an article describing culturally-questionable activities and language found in Studies Weekly , a social studies curriculum used by more than 13,000 schools across the country. Of course, curriculum is only a small part of what’s needed to create culturally-responsive classrooms.

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Is generative AI a new secret weapon, or just another gadget?

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It’s like a digital Picasso, but instead of painting, it might be writing essays, producing music, or even generating feedback on students’ work. Personalized learning: The holy grail of education Personalized learning has long been the holy grail of education. Exciting, right?

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We need a new approach to student assessment

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Key points: End-of-year statewide assessments are vital, but are flawed in several ways A “through-year” system administers shorter tests throughout the year that can give teachers immediate feedback See related article: 3 new trends in student assessment All around the country, school has ended for students and summer break is underway.

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2024: The year of generative AI

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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. Visual content creation : Gen AI can design images, graphics, and diagrams, useful for visual learning aids.