k12 Digest

JUNE 23, 2025

In a recent interview with K12 Digest, Nam Ngo Thanh discussed his experience with technology, innovation, and education. For example, when I want to foster peer dialogue, I might use technology to let students record and respond to one another in a way that feels safe and authentic, especially for those who may be shy in live discussion.

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A Place Called Kindergarten

MAY 31, 2025

If you're a kindergarten teacher looking to build strong number sense, encourage mathematical thinking, and foster classroom discussion, KINDERGARTEN MATH TALKS are your secret weapon. These quick, engaging prompts are the perfect way to kick off your math block with purpose and routine. What Are Kindergarten Math Talks?

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eSchool News

JULY 1, 2025

The Advanced Education Research & Development Fund (AERDF), a national nonprofit, and its awardees debuted the latest advancements and innovations in math, literacy, assessment, and AI from its portfolio of R&D awardees from across its R&D Programs – EF+Math, Assessment for Good, Reading Reimagined, and AugmentED.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JULY 22, 2025

You become their biggest advocate as they grow in subjects like math, science, and English. Make math hands-on and incorporate vertical learning 4. Introduce core subjects, like math, English, science, and social studies, through play, creativity, and real-world experiences. Table of Contents 1. Start with core concepts 2.

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eSchool News

JUNE 16, 2025

From building mini solar ovens to exploring magnetism or water tension, each activity includes clear instructions, an explanation of the underlying science, and discussion prompts to extend learning. These “snacks” are short, creative experiments that use easily accessible materials to teach key scientific principles.

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Teach Hub

MAY 2, 2025

Even a short outdoor activity can reinforce science, math, and literacy skills. Use sidewalk chalk to practice spelling words, math facts, or storytelling. Play music or incorporate movement into lessons to reinforce concepts like jumping on number mats for math problems or clapping to syllables in a poem.

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Teach Hub

MAY 16, 2025

Think-Pair-Share is a three-step discussion routine that helps students build confidence in their ideas before they share them with a larger group. These types of questions not only get students thinking but also give them something to discuss. What Is Think-Pair-Share? Thats when youll see the magic happen.

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Edsurge

MAY 9, 2025

Later, the teachers can meet with their instructors to discuss the lab. Currently, the program offers a math program and could soon include biology, English, and potentially physics or psychology. Experts encourage dual enrollment programs to focus on crucial subjects like math.

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Edsurge

JUNE 13, 2025

Afterward, the participant’s mom, who helped them publish the book, discussed the use of AI with the student. Opinions also differed on how to discuss AI with their children. Yellow uses may be more of a gray area, such as asking for a step-by-step guide to solve a math problem.

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eSchool News

JUNE 5, 2025

The latest NAEP scores show declines in reading and math among fourth and eighth graders. Regular check-ins, journaling, or small group discussions can help students articulate what matters to them and how their learning aligns with those values. Encourage reflection. Highlight diverse role models and pathways.

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k12 Digest

JUNE 23, 2025

In a recent interview with K12 Digest, Nam Ngo Thanh discussed his experience with technology, innovation, and education. For example, when I want to foster peer dialogue, I might use technology to let students record and respond to one another in a way that feels safe and authentic, especially for those who may be shy in live discussion.

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Edsurge

MAY 27, 2025

These biases manifest in various ways, such as underestimating Black students math abilities and providing less encouragement. My teachers and administrators understand that this is imperative to the work that I do in creating systemic change. This lack of belief in Black students potential can lead to a self-fulfilling prophecy.

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eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2025

Available within Discovery Education Experience, the essential companion for engaged K-12 classrooms, this new content supports instruction in a variety of disciplines including ELA, Math, Social Studies, and Careers Exploration.

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eSchool News

MAY 7, 2025

Students can post text, images, or videos, making it perfect for brainstorming, digital discussions, and sharing resources. Whiteboard: Whiteboard is ideal for grades K-12 and works especially well for drawing, images, and math symbols. I especially like using it for collaborative timelines, maps, and peer feedback.

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Edsurge

APRIL 24, 2025

At the same time Gen Z reached its highest level of children in low-income households, 34 percent of its students reached the proficient designation on the national math assessment the highest rate of students to do so well since 2000 though scores would take a hit from the pandemic after 2019. Surgeon General declared it a crisis in 2021.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 20, 2025

In the past six months, I’ve posted dozens of topics ranging from tech ed trends to how-tos, problem solving, and pedagogic discussions. How to Blend DoK into Lesson Plans without a Comprehensive Rewrite April is Financial Literacy Month What is ‘Technical Math’? WordPress makes that easy with their statistics. Let me know.

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eSchool News

JULY 1, 2025

This ensured that all students at our school were included in the discussions.” The field trip was critical to strengthening the connection between what was discussed in the classroom with what goes on in the ocean,” said Sophia Yates, a Little Compton resident who is pursuing her master’s degree in oceanography at URI. “A

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eSchool News

JUNE 18, 2025

We’ve discussed grit, growth mindset, intrinsic motivation, relevance, autonomy, and purpose. At Khan World School, a partnership between ASU Prep and Khan Academy, students have shown learning growth as high as 2 to 5 times national norms in math, reading, and language arts. All of those are real. These are not marginal improvements.

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From the Pond

MAY 26, 2025

Looking for a low-prep, high-impact math warm-up that gets your students talking, thinking, and collaborating? This activity is simple to set up, fun for students, and packed with opportunities for meaningful math talk. It also uses just a few materials from your Math Kitmaking it easy to weave into your daily math routine.

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Teach Hub

JUNE 27, 2025

Discuss how Thomas Edison, Bill Gates, Whoopi Goldberg, etc. By discussing the many success stories of famous people who overcame great adversity through perseverance, you can make a real impact on a struggling student’s life. Let students act out vocabulary words, use color-coded cards, or manipulate math tools.

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Teaching with a Mountain View

JULY 24, 2025

Math Mystery Logic Puzzles Enrich and extend your math lessons with these Math Mystery logic puzzles that are the perfect challenge for 4th, 5th, and 6th grades. The puzzles are skills-based, so they integrate well with almost ANY math lesson! Here are some of my favorites!

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Edsurge

JULY 10, 2025

After you’ve completed the assessments, discuss your strengths and challenges, prioritize key areas and determine goals. When one of Tannenbaum’s first-grade multilingual learners discovered he could create videos using Wixie instead of doing traditional math worksheets, his entire attitude toward learning transformed.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 24, 2025

A University of Pennsylvania study from 2024 found that students using AI for math prep scored lower. As opioid addiction remains a global health concern, medications like Suboxone are commonly discussed in training programs. Incorrect answers or misleading feedback may create confusion or lower academic performance.

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Elevate k12

MAY 15, 2025

Bonus Move: Use Think-Pair-Share Post a prompt on the whiteboard or in the chat for virtual classes: How would you start solving this math problem? You can spotlight a few responses or guide discussion using sentence starters. with guided questions.

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Lab to Class

JULY 3, 2025

When there are groups of three, especially when at least two of those members are engaged, this can help to further engage the third as they hear good discussion on the topic from their peers and will be more interested in this discussion than simply hearing their teacher drone on about it.

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Teaching with a Mountain View

JUNE 12, 2025

These real-world connections add depth to classroom discussions, spark curiosity, and inspire students to explore new topics. Some guests might read a picture book, share a hobby, discuss their career, etc. Discuss what your students have learned about the other communities, compare traditions, landscapes, etc.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JULY 25, 2025

Math Talk Bulletin Board Bundle By Hanging with Mrs Hulsey Grades: 2nd-6th This math board set works great for math talks, math centers, teaching problem-solving steps, or displaying student growth. These reminders will help students remember those invisible 1’s in math.

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Teach Hub

JULY 18, 2025

Before a student is able to solve a complex math problem, they must know their math facts. Struggling to remember facts or falling behind during class discussions can make kids feel like they aren’t smart. Think: math facts, spelling words, and sight words, all skills that benefit from repetition and quick recall.

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Faculty Focus

APRIL 27, 2025

With funding from the National Science Foundations Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (NSF S-STEM) program, we provide scholarships and support students with co-curricular activities to enhance their educational experience.

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Teaching with a Mountain View

JULY 10, 2025

We tag-teamed – every morning, I taught all the math, reading, and writing, and in the afternoon he would teach science and social studies. They kept their math supplies in one area, reading in another, etc. Some don’t have enough fluency practice, grammar practice, or mental math practice. NONE of it came from a workbook!

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Organized Classroom

JUNE 11, 2025

Creative Classroom Fundraising Ideas for Elementary Students One creative idea to engage elementary students in fundraising is to organize a themed event such as a “Read-a-Thon” or “Math-a-Thon.” This not only promotes literacy and numeracy but also encourages students to take an active role in making a difference.

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k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

Multi-sensory learning techniques, such as hands-on activities, visual aids, and interactive discussions, further enhance understanding and retention. Whether its reinforcing math concepts, improving reading comprehension, or learning a new language, these resources make learning more engaging and effective.

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Cal Matters

JUNE 25, 2025

UC Riverside found that math and writing skills were lower among the students who graduated from high school during the pandemic than for previous high school graduates. In 2019, before COVID, about 13% of incoming freshmen entered UC Riverside at the lowest math level. Their academic shortfalls and social isolation took a toll.

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k12

JULY 10, 2025

Discussion Forums: Some programs include online forums where students can continue conversations beyond the classroom. Supporting your child in joining these discussions—even casually—can reinforce the material and help them feel part of a learning community. Or how might a math formula apply to planning a trip or building something?

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JULY 23, 2025

Students then discuss ways they could increase the consistency of the pattern, like squeezing harder or focusing more. You might catch collaboration and critical thinking in action as students work on collaborative projects, or you might see it unfold naturally during small math groups as they problem-solve together.

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Teach Thought

MAY 18, 2025

Discuss density, polarity, and chemical reactions. Observe and discuss how the sun’s position affects shadow length and angle. Pour water to see it spin and discuss how water can generate power. Discuss surface tension and chemical reactions. Discuss how wind energy can power machines. Test and redesign.

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k12

JULY 18, 2025

These platforms enable teachers to create and deliver course materials, post assignments, review work, and host discussion forums—all in one place—for students and parents. Discuss age-restricted websites with your child. Moodle, Canvas, and Blackboard are popular learning management systems. Age limitations. Personal information.

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