eSchool News

JANUARY 24, 2025

Key points: SPS has redefined student engagement by expanding access and opportunity Taking stock of student mental health 3 tips to combat chronic absenteeism in high schools For more news on student well-being, visit eSN’s SEL & Well-Being hub Social media has connected kids like never before, but what they get in likes and shares, they lose in real, meaningful engagement with their peers and classmates.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 24, 2025

Genius Hour Overview The Genius Hour Project traditionally sets aside 20% of class time to pursue a topic students are passionate about. An after school setting follows these basics, but adapted to a full-time exploration of the topic. Basics While immersing themselves in a topic they love, Genius Hour also teaches students how to pursue a goal important to them.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 24, 2025

Key points: Creating technology-driven IEPs represents a shift from a traditional process to a transformative process AIs transformative role in accessibility Bringing real-life skills to virtual special education For more on students with special needs, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Individualized Education Plans (IEP) have been the foundation of special education for decades, and the process in which these documents are written has evolved over the years.

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 24, 2025

This years FETC conference in Orlando, Fla., buzzed with educators, K12 leaders and ed tech specialists. Impressive booths filled the expo hall, featuring the latest innovations in educational technology, and speakers shared highly sought-after expert insights in sessions. While a multitude of these sessions delved into artificial intelligence for todays classrooms, attendees were able to find answers to some of their most pertinent questions on a range of topics.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 24, 2025

Burnsville, MN January 16, 2025 Mackin, a leader in providing print and digital educational resources for PK-12, is proud to announce that its free digital content management platform, MackinVIA, has earned the Platinum Award in LibraryWorks’ 10th annual Modern Library Awards (MLAs). This prestigious accolade marks MackinVIA’s 10th consecutive win, solidifying its position as a top choice for digital content management in schools worldwide.

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Teach Hub

JANUARY 24, 2025

One of the most challenging things a teacher has to deal with is watching one of their students struggle to read. While theres no one-size-fits-all solution, there are effective strategies that can make a real difference. If you want to help a hesitant reader change from not liking the library to loving it, these tips can help. Understanding the Reluctant Reader What exactly makes a child a reluctant reader?

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The Nerdy Teacher

JANUARY 24, 2025

Time. The most valuable asset of any teacher. Teachers have been asked to do more and more over the years, but the schedules have never allowed for more time. Added bus duty, recess duty, aftercare duty, etc. All of these take time away from all of the other little things that teachers need to do to do their job effectively.

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Teaching with a Mountain View

JANUARY 24, 2025

The depth and complexity of reading standards in upper elementary can be daunting. In the upper grades, teachers are tasked with reviewing foundational comprehension skills from earlier grades, extending what students have already learned, and introducing brand-new concepts that require thorough instruction to create new understanding. Its a lot of material to cover, and most pre-packaged programs lack direct, systematic instruction on these concepts!

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Autism Classroom Resources

JANUARY 24, 2025

Classroom mission statements are a great way to build teamwork in the special education classroom. They can help you get everyone on the same page. And they are great for training staff and resolving staff disagreements. In this post I have 5 ways to build teamwork in the classroom including classroom mission statements. Plus there is a free zoning plan at the end and tools to help you get your team all on one page.

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Model Teaching

JANUARY 24, 2025

Your Texas standard teaching certificate must be renewed every five years. While your school or district may offer you some professional development, you may also need to find additional professional development on your own. If you are not currently in the classroom, you likely still want to keep your certificate active and may need to find professional development to fulfill those requirements.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 24, 2025

One of Kevin Gannons favorite class discussion activities doesnt involve much talking. Inspired by complete-the-story games in which players each write a line of a tale that builds off a previous persons idea, Gannon, director of the Center for the Advancement of Faculty Excellence at Queens University of Charlotte, North Carolina, uses a similar concept to facilitate silent discussions.

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