Edsurge

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Without access or success, their advancement to higher-order math and other skills, like abstract and critical thinking or data analysis, is obstructed.” The competition isn’t about encouraging flashier math apps, says Hipps. There are deep intersections between social-emotional learning and academic outcomes,” he says.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

Recent advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are behind next-generation improvements in a range of software tools for students with sensory or learning disabilities. How do you present science, technology, engineering, and math content? These are exciting times in the world of assistive learning technology.

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Edsurge

MAY 8, 2017

Many high-stakes math exams still only allow handheld graphing calculators in the classroom. states, one territory, and the Bureau of Indian Education, has agreed to make the Desmos calculator available as a tool in its online exams. Bob Lochel, high school math teacher. More than 10 million U.S.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 27, 2024

Heading into the 2024-2025 school year, I think we’ll see an increase in the funding and focus on meeting the needs of students with disabilities, like low vision and ADHD, through innovations in technology. If we do, then I think there’s a real chance that, within a decade, the math class of today will feel like the distant past.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 24, 2015

Oregon teachers wish they didn’t have to give their students Smarter Balanced English and math tests because the tests take too much time, have confusing directions and are unfair for students who don’t have computers at home or who have inadequate technology at school. A new survey reveals discontent with length, logistics.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 16, 2019

Understanding the Gap between Intelligence and Abilities In college, I took a formal assessment in hopes of getting a time accommodation for exams. When the report came back with the words “learning disability,” I was filled with so much shame. My whole body shut down. I hid the report, scared that someone would see it.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 2, 2023

The Role of Assistive Technology in Promoting Inclusive Education Persons with disabilities may struggle with coordination problems, short attention spans, and limited mobility, which may or may not be obvious. Some disabilities include blindness, deafness, dyslexia, and autism. Let’s find out below.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2022

As these tools become more integrated into the classroom, teachers will want to ensure that all students, including those with disabilities or language barriers, are being supported. Collaboration technology improves accessibility for students with disabilities, illnesses, and other impediments to in-person learning.

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Edsurge

JULY 2, 2018

This information, which often includes data such as graduation rates, student attendance, the number of suspensions and how students from different demographic backgrounds perform on subjects like reading and math, is particularly important for parents in Spanish-speaking communities like Diaz.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 23, 2022

As these tools become more integrated into the classroom, teachers will want to ensure that all students, including those with disabilities or language barriers, are being supported. Collaboration technology improves accessibility for students with disabilities, illnesses, and other impediments to in-person learning.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 10, 2015

In the afternoon they might be given a math or science assignment where they have to document the results. This tool is designed to address the learning needs of the millions of learners worldwide with print-related disabilities such as dyslexia and dysgraphia. They then may move on to reading a poem and answering questions.

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EAB

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Math: 7% Grading practices: 7% Arts programming: 5% Gifted and talented programs: 3% #2: District policies and management District leaders are responsible for a wider range of management duties than ever, as districts become more operationally complex over time. Other (e.g., PE, science): 7.5% Secondary-level English language arts: 7.5%

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Edsurge

APRIL 2, 2018

Photo Credit: Jenny Abamu Despite a relatively new building, constructed in 2003 as part of a former superintendent’s turnaround project, Fisher has suffered from consistent low performance—falling far below state standards on exams and adjusted growth targets designed specifically for the school. During the 2015-16 school year, only 0.7

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