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The psychology of Disruptive Innovation

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This post originally appeared on the Christensen Institute’s blog and is reposted here with permission. Key points: Those working to improve conventional schools are unlikely to see the merit in emergent new models of schooling Students know best when it comes to transforming education Taking K-12 education transformation from pipe dream to pipeline For more news on K-12 transformation, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership hub In the early 2000s, Netflix co-founders Reed Hastings and Marc

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When Students Don’t Feel Confident About Math, a Growth Mindset Matters

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Our relationship with math learning is severely damaged in this country. In 2022, only 26 percent of all eighth grade students scored proficient or above in mathematics. Even more concerning is that only 9 percent of Black eighth-graders are at a proficient level, or above. As a Black male educator in northeast Denver, I have seen firsthand the results of poor engagement and learning in math classrooms.

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Skills gap, outdated infrastructure hinder AI use

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Key points: As AI grows in prominence, workers will need highly-qualified AI skills New group targets AI skills in education and the workforce 5 critical priorities for AI in education For more news on IT challenges, visit eSN’s IT Leadership hub Although a high majority of enterprises are adopting AI in some capacity (88 percent), many still lack the necessary data infrastructure and employee skills to truly benefit from it, according to a new survey from Cloudera , a hybrid platform for

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Effective Tech Integration Strategies: From District to Classroom

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Integrating technology into the classroom involves more than just adding gadgets and software; it’s about creating a dynamic learning environment where students are actively engaged and teachers can teach more effectively. This journey requires collaboration among technology teams, instructional coaches and educators. Recently, EdSurge spoke with three educational leaders from Bourbonnais Elementary School District 53 in Illinois about their experiences with and strategies for using technology t

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Stride Tutoring Moves Families into the Future with Affordable Online Tutoring

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RESTON, Va. (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In response to the growing demand for accessible tutoring services, Stride Tutoring , a portfolio brand of Stride Inc., is proud to offer comprehensive online tutoring to learners in need. Studies show that the demand for online tutoring has surged by 200% since the pandemic, and Stride Tutoring is meeting this need head-on by providing affordable, personalized support at just $19.99 per session.

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Advice for New Teachers This School Year

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As a new teacher, you don’t have the advantage that veteran teachers do. Experienced teachers have the luxury of looking back on past years to see what worked and what didn’t. Starting out, you’ll be hit with a ton of new information from learning to juggle classroom management to fostering a classroom community. This might feel overwhelming. Don’t worry, as you prepare to inspire the leaders of tomorrow you can use this advice to help you navigate your first year with confidence.

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America, We Remember

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9-11 Day has become Patriot Day here in America, but it doesn’t change its purpose: to show how much we love our country. If you aren’t familiar with this terrorist attack, here’s a 2-minute overview: –Comments are closed to enjoy the day more completely. Copyright ©2024 askatechteacher.com – All rights reserved. Here’s the sign-up link if the image above doesn’t work: [link] “The content presented in this blog are the result of creative imagination and not intended for use, reproduc