eSchool News
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
Key points: When students are given choice in their learning, they are more empowered to achieve Student agency is a critical part of personalized learning See related article: Will, skill, & thrill: How learner agency accelerates innovation In my more than 20 years of supporting students on their academic journey, I’ve realized there are no “magic” solutions in education.
Edsurge
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
Keith Curry Lance of RSL Research Group has been studying school librarian employment for a long time, roughly 30 years since his first study came out. In that time, he has seen a lot of changes. But when he sat down a decade or so ago to sort out which states had gained librarians overall that year and which had lost, he was shocked to find no states in the “gained” column.
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EdTech Magazine
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
There is no denying that while mobile computing devices — Chromebooks, tablets, digital whiteboards, document cameras, e-readers, wearables and virtual reality headsets — can be effective educational tools, they also come with physical security and cybersecurity risks. Physically, schools must contend with loss, theft, damage, compatibility problems and battery issues.
Ask a Tech Teacher
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023
I have written in the past about parent questions concerning technology in education , but always from the perspective of a teacher at the classroom. Now, I teach grad school classes online to practicing teachers and want to see if those questions are the same. So I asked my grad school students: What questions do parents ask you about technology and education ?
eSchool News
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023
Key points: Schools should integrate conversations around AI into professional learning opportunities A basic understanding of AI’s potential for learning can help educators become more comfortable using it for teaching and learning See related article: More students are seeking an AI-powered school year The AI revolution is here, and educators are feeling the impact.
Edsurge
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Twice a week, Rofiat Olasunkanmi, 22, heads back to Brooklyn to her alma mater, Kurt Hahn Expeditionary Learning School. Now a senior at New York University, Olasunkanmi helps high school seniors navigate applying to college, a process she personally recalls being dominated by concern about finances and a general sense of anxiety because no one in her family did it in the United States before her.
EdTech Magazine
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023
Growing up is hard enough, but kids today live with the added pressure of social media and the aftermath of a global pandemic. “We are seeing an increase in mental health challenges among our younger students, starting in elementary school. We are also seeing an increase in the number of students exhibiting signs of depression and anxiety compared to past years,” says Priti Avantsa, coordinator of mental health and social work services for Fort Bend Independent School District in Texas.
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eSchool News
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Key points: The new school year is a perfect time to remind students and teachers to take care of their mental health School leaders should incorporate mental health into teacher training and into the student curriculum See related article: This key strategy can help boost teacher well-being immediately As the new academic year approaches, it’s crucial to pay attention to an aspect of school life that often doesn’t feature prominently in back-to-school prep: mental health.
Edsurge
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
I have always felt connected to Indigenous peoples. Perhaps it is because I am Mexican American and colonization is a part of my ancestry. Perhaps it is because the virtues of Mexican and Indigenous spiritualities in Texas and Minnesota, where I’ve split my whole life, are so universal that it’s hard to not be drawn to their teachings and practices.
EdTech Magazine
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
At Cisco Live 2023 in June, Liz Centoni, chief strategy officer and general manager of applications at Cisco, proclaimed hybrid cloud and multicloud the best approach for institutions operating today. But just what do IT leaders mean when they refer to hybrid cloud and why are they singing its praises? Many leading IT companies define hybrid cloud similarly.
Faculty Focus
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Are you thinking that your Welcome Back session with students reflected the “being back part” but missed the “welcoming” part? Did you meet your intended outcomes? What if you aren’t even sure what messages or goals the session conveyed? It’s not too late to start over! Here are some tips on ways you can be transparent with students, engage them in a true pedagogical partnership, and feel good that you are being responsive to their needs.
eSchool News
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
Key points: Showing up for your students in small ways every day can have a huge impact Students are learning from their teachers all the time–reaching out in thoughtful ways does wonders See related article: Balancing high expectations with relationship building to boost engagement Throughout my career, I’ve held many titles. I’ve been a reading specialist, a special education teacher, and an English teacher, among others.
Edsurge
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
Since the pandemic, mental health strains on youth have been put in the spotlight. Pandemic closures provided some students with a chance to notice how stressed they are at school, says Jayne Demsky, founder of School Avoidance Alliance, an advocacy group that provides professional training to schools. The time away from physical classrooms gave children and teens an experience with which to contrast the regular anxiety of being at school.
EdTech Magazine
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Many K–12 organizations and districts lose essential data due to ineffective planning. They suffer when unexpected malware, ransomware, weather events and other mishaps occur that require a cogent data restoration procedure. It is critical that school data from diverse sources be successfully stored, easy to locate and recover, and quickly restored — all while maintaining policies, data security and, ultimately, compliance.
Faculty Focus
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Are you thinking that your Welcome Back session with students reflected the “being back part” but missed the “welcoming” part? Did you meet your intended outcomes? What if you aren’t even sure what messages or goals the session conveyed? It’s not too late to start over! Here are some tips on ways you can be transparent with students, engage them in a true pedagogical partnership, and feel good that you are being responsive to their needs.
eSchool News
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Key points: School communications platforms shouldn’t make communicating more complicated–they should ease a burden The right platform can result in cost savings and can increase flexibility and consistency across a school district See related article: Your top 5 school-home communication challenges, solved When our School Administrative Unit (SAU) set out to find a communications platform that all six of its schools could use across all grades, we had good reason for doing so.
Edsurge
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
This story was originally published by The 19th. When a teacher called in sick one Thursday in July, administrator Holly Denman realized she’d have to close her center for the day. Then it was two days. Giggles & Wiggles Daycare Center was as short staffed as it could be: six teachers, including Denman, for 34 students with absolutely no reserves or substitutes to tap into.
Ask a Tech Teacher
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Here are popular online resources to teach about 3D Printing ( click here for updates on links ): 3D Bear Cricut Machine –to cut materials Create 3D Printing Designs 3D Doodler Pen MakerBot PrintShop Onshape SculptGL Sketchup Tinkercad –create your own 3D print designs Download 3D Printing designs GrabCad Smithsonian X3D –download 3D print designs of Smithosonian artifacts Thingiverse –download lots of 3D designs, like an iPhone case Youmagine –find 3D print designs –image credit Deposit P
EAB
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Podcast Will the SCOTUS Ruling Influence Financial Aid Strategy? Episode 165. September 12, 2023. Welcome to the Office Hours with EAB podcast. You can join the conversation on social media using #EABOfficeHours. Follow the podcast on Spotify , Google Podcasts , Apple Podcasts , SoundCloud and Stitcher or visit our podcast homepage for additional episodes.
eSchool News
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023
Key points: Students who follow ambitious yet attainable pathways to grade-level proficiency that go beyond typical learning trajectory can recover learning Learning loss is still profoundly felt even as schools move back to a “post-pandemic normal” See related article: Finding the learning loss data needed to drive learning recovery A new report from Curriculum Associates demonstrates what happens when educators set ambitious targets for students–and what happens when they mee
Edsurge
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
The college students who give campus tours for the admissions office may sound like confident ambassadors, but they sometimes have their own doubts about whether they’ve made the right college choice or are on the right life path. That dramatic tension drives an independent mockumentary called “ Admitted ,” created by a group of undergraduates at Boston University.
Ericas Ed-ventures
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Are you looking for some simple and easy ways to make your Meet the Teacher Night/Back to School Night a success? Well check out this blog post! I have easy to implement ideas, freebies, and more. I organize all important materials for the parents into black folders. I label the folders with labels that say “Important 1st Grade Info ” and place it on each students’ desk.
EAB
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Blogs How 1,000+ prospective HBCU students conducted their college search Key insights from our 2023 Student Communication Preferences Survey The recent Supreme Court decision on affirmative action has many HBCU leaders wondering whether they’ll see an influx of enrollment for fall 2024. And while I don’t have a crystal ball to tell me exactly how the impacts of the ruling will play out, one thing is clear: this cycle will be an especially important time for HBCU enrollment leaders to double dow
eSchool News
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
In today’s data-driven era, schools and districts must embrace data interoperability. Taking steps to unified K-12 data may seem overwhelming at first, but it’s OK–we’ll guide you through the process in this eSchool News webinar. In this webinar, you’ll learn how to: Identify and consolidate data sources for unified K-12 data. Implement measures to break down data silos and improve accessibility.
Shelley Gray Teaching
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
If there is one routine that has the potential to transform the way that number sense is built in your classroom, it is number talks. I absolutely LOVE number talks and how they increase students’ math confidence and help them build flexibility and strategic thinking. Also – they’re just plain FUN! In this 30-minute free number talks training, I’ll walk you through: – how to conduct a traditional number talk – why you need to make this an essential part of you
Kitchen Table Classroom
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
Grab your markers and get ready to doodle as you learn how to make your won zentangle pumpkin drawing. Supplies […] The post Zentangle Pumpkin Drawing appeared first on The Kitchen Table Classroom.
EAB
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Press Release EAB Adds Artificial Intelligence to Popular Student Recruitment and Retention Technology New features will automate routine tasks, freeing college and university advisors to provide more personalized support to students September 14, 2023 • 5 mins Washington, DC (September 14, 2023) — EAB announced today new artificial intelligence (AI) features are being added to Navigate , the company’s flagship customer relationship management (CRM) software, to help time-strapped advisors provi
eSchool News
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
Key points: Social growth is a critical part of a student’s K-12 learning experience Students don’t have to sacrifice social opportunities just because they learn online See related article: Leveraging edtech to help students, teachers stay connected The expansion of online education has been a real boon for busy parents, teachers, and students.
Grant Lichtman
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
Margie Patlak , in her book about Down East, More Than Meets the Eye, writes: To be grateful for the opportunity to walk on this earth and be mesmerized by all its ephemeral wonders and mysteries: the thin ribbon of fog suspended in midair; the glittery dance of wind and light on the water; the intricate aerial choreography of a swooping shorebird; the pulsating wings of a gilded dragonfly; the throbbing of a persistent heart.
Not so Wimpy Teacher
SEPTEMBER 10, 2023
Do you want your students to remember their spelling words after the test on Friday? Of course you do! Thats the whole point of teaching spelling. But, lets be honest. that doesnt often happen. So today, Im sharing 3 simple spelling activities you must try this year to make sure that your students are actually learning how to spell and not just memorizing random words for the test. 1.
EAB
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
Blogs How Change Leadership Propelled University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee’s Journey to Equity Change leadership acts as a vital bridge between intent and action. What does effective change leadership look like in practice? In this post, we’ll take you inside an initiative at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) to illustrate how their Associate Vice Chancellor Dr.
eSchool News
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
How is your district to-do list looking? If the results from today’s release of the 2023 State Ed Tech Trends Repor t are any indication, it’s long and complicated. I had the chance for a sneak peek and some background insight with Julia Fallon, Executive Director of SETDA (The State Educational Technology Directors Association), to discuss key findings of the survey data.
Shelley Gray Teaching
SEPTEMBER 9, 2023
If you are currently using or considering using the Early Finisher Board or Math Choice Board, this 30-minute free training will be helpful for you. Throughout the video, I’ll explain exactly what the early finisher and math choice boards are and how they work in your classroom. I’ll also share tons of pictures I’ve received from teachers over the years that will inspire you to create your board in a way that works for your unique classroom.
Edsurge
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
HOUSTON — On a Tuesday in August, one day before the official start of the school year, the halls of Jefferson Early Learning Center were filled with the tinkling chatter of pre-K students who were escorted by their parents to meet the teachers. But to reach those classrooms, families had to traverse the parking lot in the choking Texas heat, which rolled off the pavement in waves.
EAB
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
Blogs Adult learners’ application behavior is changing—here’s how Insights from our new survey of 3,800+ graduate and adult learners As the demographics of prospective graduate students and adult learners change, so do students’ application preferences and behaviors. To better understand how students are choosing which programs to apply to—and ensure our partners are equipped to meet their needs—our Adult Learner Recruitment team recently surveyed more than 3,800 prospective graduate, online, an
eSchool News
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
At a Dolton-Riverdale school board meeting in the spring, district leaders and two technology vendors pitched a $3.3 million tech overhaul. They told the board in the high-poverty district in Chicago’s south suburbs that the project would “future-proof the classroom” and “catapult Dolton into the next generation of learning technology.” A couple of members balked.
Faculty Focus
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Gather a group of faculty and mention the perennial problem of students turning in assigned work late, and you will often encounter a range of emotional responses, recitations of policies and, perhaps, even blame-placing. Yet, some faculty experience the late work phenomenon to a lesser extent. While there is nothing that we can do to mitigate the significant life events that happen to students each semester (e.g. death in the family, significant illness, car accidents), we can take steps to ens
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