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3 major ways to boost basic data literacy in K-6

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EDC’s Oceans of Data Institute (ODI) convened an expert panel of data analysts and educators for a workshop on data literacy, and panelists focused on what it means to be data literate in today’s world of big data, as well as what to teach students to prepare them to be part of today’s workforce and society.

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5 strategies to get your students talking

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During an ISTELive 25 session , Janeen Pizzo, a teacher educator at SUNY Brockport, and Dr. Natalie Svrcek, an associate professor at SUNY Brockport, offered strategies to help students collaborate and engage in discussions. The digital document is designed for student collaboration and small group discussion.

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5 resources to build stronger classrooms through PLCs

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Here’s an in-depth look at high-quality resources and actionable tips to help educators start or strengthen PLCs this school year. Whether you’re a new teacher hoping to connect with others or a veteran educator leading school-wide efforts, the following five resources and strategies can help your PLC thrive.

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ISTELive 25: K–12 IT Influencers Examine AI in Education

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They discussed the practical and possible benefits of AI in education, as well as where they see it going next. School leaders are deliberating how best to use, teach and secure AI through the lens of maximizing its value for students and K–12 infrastructure. Click the banner below to explore this year’s list of K–12 IT influencers.

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8 under-the-radar digital learning resources

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Educators can create multimedia lessons, games, and assessments tailored to their curriculum. Parlay Subject areas: ELA, Social Studies, Science Best for: Structured online and in-class discussions Parlay enables educators to facilitate student discussions in a more inclusive and data-informed way.

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Navigating back-to-school anxiety: A K-12 success guide

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Early identification of anxiety symptoms is crucial for both educator and student success. Parents and educators should remain vigilant for signs like changes in sleeping patterns and/or eating habits, unusual irritability, or physical complaints. Creating a positive classroom environment proves essential for reducing anxiety levels.

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Showfloor News: MIND Education announces InsightMath, a math curriculum built on brain research

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MIND Education announced the launch of InsightMath , the only K-6 core math curriculum redefining math instruction with an approach explicitly designed around how the brain learns. That involves making predictions, testing ideas, discussing their thinking, and revising along the way. Visit MIND Education at Booth #3448.

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