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Reciprocal Teaching with Multimedia

Catlin Tucker

Shifting from teacher-led to student-led learning requires that teachers equip students with the skills necessary to assume responsibility for specific learning activities in the classroom. It also necessates that teachers release some of the control in a lesson and trust that with the right scaffolding and support, students can drive the learning experience.

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4 educator reflections on the 2023-2024 school year

eSchool News

Key points: Student engagement and achievement remain paramount for educators 4 ways to encourage play in education Educators love their edtech, but want more training For more news on teaching, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub The end of the school year naturally inspires a period of reflection among educators, particularly as we close the door on a year that saw challenges around equity, continued learning gaps, and uncertain funding with ESSER’s impending expiration.

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What Would It Take to Attract Gen Z to Teaching?

Edsurge

With interest in the teaching profession waning and enrollment in teacher preparation programs reaching historic lows, all eyes are on the next crop of students — tomorrow’s prospective educators — to make up the deficit. Today’s high school and college students are part of Generation Z, a group of people who range in age from 12 to 28, and have characteristics, attitudes and aspirations that distinguish them from prior generations.

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4 Ways K–12 Tech Teams Can Share Responsibility for Cybersecurity

EdTech Magazine

Cybercriminals are relentless in their efforts to gain access to as many organizations’ critical infrastructure systems or precious, confidential data as possible. This is especially true for the education sector, where school district data is essentially low-hanging fruit that can be sold on the dark web. Everyone has an important role in playing defense against cybercriminals.

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Key Digital Innovations for Today’s Education Professionals

Ask a Tech Teacher

6 Key trends in education to be looking at, from the Ask a Tech Teacher team: Key Digital Innovations for Today’s Education Professionals The digital transformation is underway, and while its impact on society is undeniable, education is among the most disproportionately affected areas. It’s not just about ditching blackboards for tablets – education today is undergoing a paradigm shift in teaching methodologies.

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How AI tutoring personalizes learning for students

eSchool News

Key points: AI offers a customized approach to learning, depending on individual needs Google, MIT RAISE launch no-cost AI training course for teachers How digital tools and AI can enhance social studies For more news on AI in education, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Emerging artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming a powerful driving force behind educational technology, fundamentally shifting educational dynamics and how students learn and receive support.

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The Impact of Inclusive STEM Education

Edsurge

STEM identity can last a lifetime and help students thrive in school, future careers and life. Inclusive STEM programs widen job opportunities for the growing technology sector, support students in building digital literacy skills and empower young people to become creators — not just consumers — of technology. Educators face the challenge of engaging students in STEM amidst limited resources.

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12 Innovative Digital Tools to Engage High School Students

Ask a Tech Teacher

High School students will soon move into college and career where digital tools are de rigeur. Knowing the most innovative is a great first step. Here are twelve recommended by the Ask a Tech Teacher team: 12 Innovative Digital Tools to Engage High School Students In the ever-evolving landscape of education, keeping students engaged can be a challenge.

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Amid burnout, teachers are ready to embrace AI

eSchool News

Key points: Many teachers who use AI found it helpful in addressing pain points at work An alarming number of educators are jumping ship Key strategies for education leaders to boost morale For more news on teacher burnout, visit eSN’s SEL & Well-Being hub As the 2023-2024 school year comes to an end, K-12 teachers in the U.S. are widely experiencing strain at work, with 35 percent of U.S. educators reporting burnout on most days, leading to absenteeism and a decline in instructional q

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Is Student Absenteeism a Growing Problem at Colleges, Too?

Edsurge

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, millions of children regularly miss elementary, middle and high school. Is the same pattern of absenteeism playing out at colleges, too? If so, what’s driving the trend? And what can professors and higher ed leaders do about it? To find out, EdSurge interviewed Terri Hasseler, a professor in the Department of History, Literature, and the Arts at Bryant University in Rhode Island.

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The NPR Model of Teaching through Storytelling

Faculty Focus

This article first appeared in The Teaching Professor on April 1, 2019 © Magna Publications. All rights reserved. Nearly all dedicated NPR listeners have had the experience of sitting in their car with the radio on after arriving at their destination simply because they could not tear themselves away from a fascinating segment. By contrast, most online students have had the experience of suffering through boring course content that produces little knowledge retention.

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How to Track My Child’s Location

Ask a Tech Teacher

Now that so many children carry smartphones, do you track your child’s location? If you’re worried that’s akin to spying on them, read on. The Ask a Tech Teacher team has background, pros and cons, and more to help you come to a go-nogo decision: Reasons Techniques Best approaches Emergency readiness Supervising Communication and trust Educating your child Addressing privacy concerns Importance of parental controls How to Track My Child’s Location In today’s world,

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Community is Key to Saving Schools

eSchool News

While not a new concept, the importance of building a sense of community within school districts has never been more apparent, especially in the wake of the pandemic. In a recent survey by the Education Advisory Board , 80% of superintendents reported that student behavior has worsened over the last four years, and 74% reported that parent communication has become more disrespectful.

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Schools Need Principals. To Get Them, They Need to Fix the Job.

Edsurge

“You would make a great leader,” my principal said as I sat in his office. He had just approved my participation in a teacher leadership program. I shifted uncomfortably in my seat. I’ve never felt comfortable in the principal’s office — and this was no exception. “And you know, we are really in need of new principals.” By we , my principal meant the Department of Education, and by need , he was referring to the recent exodus of school administrators in the state of Hawai’i.

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The NPR Model of Teaching through Storytelling

Faculty Focus

This article first appeared in The Teaching Professor on April 1, 2019 © Magna Publications. All rights reserved. Nearly all dedicated NPR listeners have had the experience of sitting in their car with the radio on after arriving at their destination simply because they could not tear themselves away from a fascinating segment. By contrast, most online students have had the experience of suffering through boring course content that produces little knowledge retention.

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8 Time Management Tips For Dissertation Writing

Ask a Tech Teacher

It’s that time of hear when a lot of college students are writing dissertations as part of academic requirements. This is a daunting task but there are rules–suggestions–that will make it easier. The Ask a Tech Teacher team has a short list: 8 Time Management Tips For Dissertation Writing Embarking on the journey of writing a dissertation is a significant academic undertaking.

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Getting the most ROI from your classroom technology

eSchool News

Key points: When selected carefully, interactive whiteboards can maximize student engagement Smarter Classrooms for Today and Tomorrow 5 digital resources to inspire curiosity and engage students For more news on edtech tools for learning, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub During the COVID-19 pandemic, school districts across the United States received a timely infusion of funds to upgrade edtech in the classroom.

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‘College for What?' High School Students Want Answers Before Heading to Campus

Edsurge

ST. PAUL, Minn. — What do you want to be when you grow up? That’s a question long faced by high school students. But these days, students have access to far more information than in the past about what, specifically, they could do as a job after they graduate. And that is changing the way students are thinking about whether or not they want to go to college — or when they want to go.

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Wi-Fi 6E Access Points: Why the Aruba 635 Makes Sense for Schools

EdTech Magazine

In the wireless technology industry, the year 2020 saw the biggest release of wireless band for unlicensed use since the advent of Wi-Fi in 1989, opening the 6GHz spectrum and more than doubling the available bandwidth for wireless traffic. Wi-Fi 6E was the first standard to take advantage of the wide-open space provided by this new wireless spectrum.

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How do you teach the hard to teach class? Watch the video.

Ask a Tech Teacher

How do you teach the hard to teach class? Differentiate This video is from a series I taught for school districts. It is now available for free, here on Ask a Tech Teacher: This series includes videos on: Flipping the classroom Using backchannel devices A focus on strategies Tech tools Alternative tools Collaboration Author doers BYOD Assessment isn’t static The 20% rule Class warm-ups Gamification of education Copyright ©2024 askatechteacher.com – All rights reserved.

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Redesigning the educational model after COVID

eSchool News

Key points: Schools must triangulate equity, access, and inclusion to achieve excellence How a district’s focus on data is advancing student growth Why experts say now is the time to assess your district’s edtech use For more news on district leadership, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership hub The aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted every tier of the education ecosystem.

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This $90M Education Research Project Is Banking on Data Privacy to Drive Insights

Edsurge

With digital education platforms generating data on how millions of students are learning, they are also sitting on veritable information gold mines for researchers who are trying to improve education. An ethical and legal conundrum stands in the way: how to responsibly share that data without opening students up to the possibility of having their personal information exposed to outside parties.

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Review: LG’s CreateBoard Powers Collaboration with Cutting-Edge Technology

EdTech Magazine

In the rapidly evolving landscape of educational technology, finding tools that seamlessly integrate into the classroom environment while enhancing the learning experience is vital. That’s where the LG CreateBoard’s 4K ultra high-definition touch-screen display comes in. The LG CreateBoard offers a compelling solution for K–12 classrooms seeking to integrate cutting-edge audiovisual technology.

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Beyond Monkey Bars: The Vital Role of Recess in Child Development

Teach Hub

Do students need recess? This question has been discussed for years among parents and educators. With the requirements students are expected to meet, some think recess should be the first thing to be shortened or eliminated. However, experts don’t agree. Research has also shown that recess is crucial in child development and can impact everything from physical health to social skills and cognitive abilities.

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Friday 5: Personalized learning

eSchool News

Key points: Personalized learning is a strong classroom strategy for achievement Agency and self-direction: Giving students a voice 3 simple strategies to supercharge student growth For more news on personalization, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub A one-size-fits-all classroom is a thing of the past. Now, personalized learning is infused into learning in order to meet students where they are, tailoring programs and experiences to students’ needs.

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Beyond Devices: A Tech Leader's Advice to Building School Community

Edsurge

As you enter today's classrooms, it's clear: Technology isn't just a tool, it's the driving force behind vibrant communities, shaping how students learn and teachers connect. Many students have access to technology in their classrooms, but the true challenge lies in harnessing resources effectively to enhance learning and build stronger, more resilient communities.

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Three Questions to Consider for a Successful Transition to Wi-Fi 6E

EdTech Magazine

Wi-Fi 6E, an extension of Wi-Fi 6, comes with faster speeds, lower latency and more network security, to name just a few of its features. Therefore, it’s no surprise school districts are adopting it. In fact, 1 in 3 Wi-Fi 6 device shipments are expected to be Wi-Fi 6E in 2025. That said, Wi-Fi 6E might not be rightsized out of the box for every organization.

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Empowering New Teachers: Strategies for Success and Retention in Modern Education

The Nerdy Teacher

The educational world is faced with a shift in its workforce demographics, with new teachers becoming a larger portion of the profession than ever before. These new educators are not being adequately prepared for a system that can chew them up quickly without the proper support systems in place.

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New guidance helps ID students ready for Algebra I

eSchool News

Key points: Algebra 1 is used to predict college and career success 4 ways to support work-based learning The exposure gap is blocking students’ ability to envision future careers For more news on college and career, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub This NWEA press release originally appeared online. NWEA , a K-12 assessment and research organization, has announced new guidance for schools to support them in more equitably identifying students who may be ready for Algebra 1.

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Love Triangle Book Launch

Resourceaholic

Tickets are now on sale for the book launch of Love Triangle by Matt Parker.If you fancy coming you'll need to move fast as these tickets will sell quickly!Information here: lovetrianglelaunch.weebly.com.A lot of my readers attended the launch of Matt Parker's book Humble Pi back in 2019 and had a fantastic time. They will be pleased to hear that Fox Dog Studios are making another appearance!

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A Conversation About School Choice

Cult of Pedagogy

Listen to the interview with Cara Fitzpatrick ( transcript ): Sponsored by WeVideo and The Modern Classrooms Project This page contains Amazon Affiliate and Bookshop.org links. When you make a purchase through these links, Cult of Pedagogy gets a small percentage of the sale at no extra cost to you. What’s the difference between Amazon and Bookshop.org?

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Crunch the numbers—The latest and greatest data on edtech

eSchool News

Alongside , a clinician-powered and AI-enabled mental health solution, recently announced its first annual Pulling Back the Curtain on Youth Mental Health Report. The inaugural report aims to uncover timely factors contributing to the current teen mental health crisis as described by the app’s users—middle and high school students. The study utilizes anonymized data from over 30,000 confidential sessions teens held on the AI-powered app during the 2023-24 school year.

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Say hello to Alvik: Arduino’s game-changing robot is the beginning of a great learning adventure!

eSchool News

LUGANO, SWITZERLAND – As part of its mission to make robotics fun and accessible for all, Arduino is launching a brand-new programmable robot – the Arduino Alvik. Catering to teachers, students, programmers and innovators alike, this versatile and robust platform provides boundless opportunities for hands-on learning and creativity. Alvik stands out for its unprecedented ease of programming.

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Hatch Early Learning Unveils IgnitePanel

eSchool News

Winston-Salem, NC — Hatch Early Learning, the leading provider of comprehensive early childhood education solutions, introduces a newly enhanced IgnitePanel, an interactive touch screen display designed specifically for young learners paired with innovative, device-agnostic software. Featuring thousands of standards-aligned activities, teachers can seamlessly create and deliver fun, engaging small-group and whole-class instruction.

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CTL is Officially Certified as a B Corporation

eSchool News

Beaverton, OR – CTL , a global cloud computing solution leader for education and enterprise, announced today it is now certified by B Lab TM as a Certified B Corporation TM for its commitment to sustainability for its workers, community, customers, and the environment. “While CTL is known for its series of technological innovations on ChromeOS devices, today we’re taking our innovation strategy to the next step.

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Taking stock of student mental health

eSchool News

Key points: Students need mental health literacy for personal and professional success Using universal screening to improve student well-being Science-backed scalable tools improve student mental health For more news on student mental health, visit eSN’s SEL & Well-Being hub After the COVID-19 pandemic shone a spotlight on youth mental health, much attention continues to be paid to the topic, with everyone from mental health experts and educators to parents and policymakers pointing to

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Beyond the visible: Recognizing and accommodating invisible disabilities

eSchool News

This post on accommodating invisible disabilities originally appeared on CoSN’s blog and is reposted here with permission. Key points: There are accommodation challenges in areas such as technology and infrastructure DEI in action: eSN Innovation Roundtable How your school’s design can promote equity through access For more news on DEI, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership hub The concept of accessibility for individuals with disabilities has been an evolving journey, significantly pro