eSchool News

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Key points: Evidence-based programs help children become confident, lifelong readers 4 components of an effective literacy ecosystem Empowering young minds with a proven literacy program For more news on literacy, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub November marks National Family Literacy Month, a fitting occasion as concern about reading instruction in U.S. schools goes from a simmer to a boil.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

I began my teaching career as a Teach For America (TFA) Corps member in Jacksonville, Florida. I was part of a cohort of about 100 first-year educators, all united by a common mission: to serve under-resourced and underserved schools. Entering the classroom for the first time, I was filled with hope and passion, believing I could make a positive difference.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Key points: The right learning spaces support student agency 3 key opportunities to address education’s biggest challenges 3 pillars for building a positive classroom culture For more news on classroom learning, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub When our district decided to build a brand-new elementary school to support its growing student enrollment, we wanted to do things differently.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

A few years ago, I did a poll on the meaning of the word ‘turkey’ This was to demonstrate how powerful symbols are to your students and do so with an authentic use of technology to support discussion on math, language standards, and the holidays. As a summation to your discussion with students on symbols, idiomatic expressions, geography, farms, or another topic, post this on your class screen.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

In our tech-driven world, the value of human connection can’t be overstated. While mastering technical skills is essential, students must also develop soft skills like communication, collaboration and critical thinking to thrive beyond the classroom. But as pressures to deliver future-focused curricula grow, how can educators ensure that students build these important life skills alongside their technical expertise?

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Most K–12 IT teams know what the cloud is, and most are already adopting the cloud for as many applications as they can. What may not be so familiar to the K–12 IT vocabulary is cloud governance. Governance, risk and compliance became a key part of corporate management strategies after the 2008 financial crisis. Ultimately, the 2008 crash came down to a lack of understanding of risk and how to appropriately manage that risk.

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Scholarly Teacher

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Alyssa G. Cavazos , The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Ryan McBride , The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Key Statement: Student-faculty partnerships can foster asset-based approaches in teaching and learning that challenge implicit linguistic bias and enhance students’ linguistically diverse resources. Keywords: Student partnerships, Asset-Based Mindset, Language Resources Introduction In educational contexts, English is often privileged as the language of communication and instruc

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Cassie Stephens

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Hey there, friends! I'm excited to share a little something I discovered with one of my favorite art supplies: Celluclay (this link will lead you to my Amazon list of supplies). As you might know.I've created a TON of creations with my students and for myself with Celluclay. It's a paper-based air-dry clay that really lends itself to a whole lot of exploration.

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Edtech IRL

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Are you a high school teacher interested in empowering the next generation to navigate today’s digital landscape securely? The National Cybersecurity Teaching Academy (NCTA) offers an incredible opportunity to gain specialized skills in cybersecurity education and bring this critical knowledge into your classroom. NCTA is a graduate certificate program designed specifically for high school teachers.

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