Teach Thought

JULY 11, 2025

Views Facebook Linkedin Print These Learning Strategies Make Students Curious by Terry Heick Understanding where curiosity comes from is the holy grail of education. Education, of course, is different than learning but both depend on curiosity. Education implies a formal, systematic, and strategic intent to cause learning.

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eSchool News

MAY 14, 2025

This months episode explores how remote and digital learning has evolved beyond emergency pandemic measures into strategic, purpose-driven educational approaches. Hello and welcome to the latest episode of Innovations in Education. East School News podcast, where we explore the innovation, shaping education in the digital age.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 2, 2025

Is it fair to judge someone based on social media posts from years ago? Let them explain what they know with expository writing prompts, which can range in topic from everyday activities to subject-specific knowledge and career exploration information. What is the impact of class size on student education?

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Back in March, copyright was not top-of-mind for many people, as health and educational continuity took precedence. Plenty of content was used without permission of the copyright owners–some under legitimate “fair use,” some out of lack of knowledge, and some opportunistically.

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eSchool News

MAY 6, 2024

The Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) Commission on Artificial Intelligence in Education is chaired by South Carolina Gov. The Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) Commission on Artificial Intelligence in Education is chaired by South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster and is co-chaired by Brad D.

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eSchool News

JUNE 25, 2024

But AI’s popularity is not without cause, given how often educators are reminded of how AI can personalize learning and how students will need AI skills to compete for future jobs. Bias and fairness: Bias in AI systems and troubles ensuring fair treatment 3.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 10, 2018

Then there are the psychometricians—the math savants who design tests and create complex algorithms that attempt to make them fair to all students. Mark Moulton : Here that whole question is, what does fair mean? And the people we interact with are the people at the state, the California Department of Education, CDE.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 25, 2017

[ Editor’s note : This post by Alan November, written exclusively for eSchool Media, is part of a series of upcoming articles by this notable education thought leader. CS50 assumes no prior knowledge or skill in computer programming, yet it’s extremely demanding. Learn from the best innovations in education!

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eSchool News

JULY 16, 2024

Charania, former education senior research fellow at the Christensen Institute. What’s being called the craziest college admission season ever is also proving to be a natural experiment for the American education system. It was originally published on the Christensen Institute’s blog and is reposted with permission.

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Edsurge

MARCH 31, 2021

One student, standing up and projecting his voice, declared: “Virginia objects to New Jersey demanding that She give away Her fair and right voice in the new government. Therefore, it is right and fair we have more influence on the actions of government.” We have a larger population. A student on the opposing side retorted: “No way.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2025

Instead, we must delve into the nuanced characteristics of various Large Language Models (LLMs) and student-facing AI to discern how their unique capabilities can be leveraged to achieve diverse educational objectives. E-rate & Edtech Funding: Essential Insights for Educators: What do edtech leaders need to know? – 12:45 p.m.;

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Educational disparities can exacerbate existing inequalities, and it’s essential that school leaders and teachers address these issues to promote a level playing field. Additionally, ensure that digital content, including websites, learning platforms, and educational materials, adheres to accessibility standards.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

3M and Discovery Education are excited to announce that the 2021 3M Young Scientist Challenge ( #YoungScientist ) is now open to entries. A diverse group of judges will evaluate entries based on creativity, scientific knowledge, and effective communication skills.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 23, 2023

For instance, they can share information about their area of expertise, be an advisor for students on presentations or projects, or judge robotics competitions and/or science fairs. Don’t overlook the value in partnering with educational institutions as well. According to the U.S.

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eSchool News

MARCH 14, 2025

Key points: Real-world relevance makes STEM learning more personal for students 12 lesser-known K-12 STEM education resources Using free resources to connect the environment to education For more on STEM concepts, visit eSN’s STEM & STEAM hub Why are we learning this? This is a question every educator has faced before.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Key points: ChatGPT is here to stay, and it’s wise to now consider it a part of learning In fact, every assignment moving forward must be graded with ChatGPT in mind See related article: How educators can navigate AI-driven plagiarism You may have heard of ChatGPT. How do we evaluate their knowledge? The answer: we ask them.

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eSchool News

JUNE 29, 2022

3M and Discovery Education announced 31 State Merit Winners in the 2022 3M Young Scientist Challenge. An esteemed and diverse group of judges, including 3M scientists and leaders in education from across the country, evaluated entries based on creativity, scientific knowledge, and communication effectiveness. . “At Paul, Minn.,

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 10, 2023

With AI dominating conversations among education leaders, the importance of managing expectations and academic integrity is now more critical than ever as the new school year commences. Academic Integrity Statements allow educators to put ethics first and teach essential tenets to students up front.

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eSchool News

MARCH 30, 2015

A storm of criticism recently rained down on test publisher Pearson Education after the revelation that it regularly monitors social-media sites for public posts that contain secure content from standardized tests it publishes. They attempt to identify the individuals who posted the material.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 6, 2024

According to Microsofts 2024 Work Trend Index , 75 percent of knowledge workers use AI, double the percentage of just six months before. Education is no exception. Students are ready for AI, and its time for higher education to foster open discussions on how to integrate AI meaningfully in learning and instruction.

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Edsurge

JUNE 9, 2020

But the education system has done a terrible job preparing us to live in a world where such number crunching is more important than ever, according to Conrad Wolfram, co-founder of Wolfram Research Europe. He has a new book out this week called “The Math Fix: An Education Blueprint for the AI Age.” Wolfram is steeped in math tools.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Assessments have the power to shape educational outcomes, but are we truly measuring what matters? Ensuring that assessments are fair, inclusive and meaningful for all students is a growing priority for educators. Candace Thille Associate Professor, Stanford Graduate School of Education Students must know what is being assessed.

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eSchool News

JULY 21, 2017

Rothstein’s example shows how powerful learning can be when educators have students come up with their own questions to answer. Years ago, I had the chance to spend most of a day with Stephan Wolfram, the genius thinker behind the knowledge engine, Wolfram Alpha. Learn from the best innovations in education!

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eSchool News

JANUARY 23, 2023

I’ve often found that the best classrooms are those that carefully balance timeless knowledge with innovations that push boundaries. Let’s dare to think outside the box, try something new, and make 2023 a year to remember in the world of education! I truly believe that now is the time for boldness.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 15, 2017

Having been in education for more than thirty years, I can’t tell you how many times I have been asked the question, “How can I help my children retain what they learned? That is, the best of access to knowledge and the best of recall. It is still used widely in education today in settings that value developing our minds.

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eSchool News

JULY 26, 2022

AMERICAN FORK, Utah, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — YouScience , the leading student engagement platform that leverages data science to improve student success and bridge the divide between education and careers, today announced the release of a new national report, ” State of The Future U.S. Workforce: Student Ability Report.”

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eSchool News

MARCH 6, 2016

Science achievement gaps present between racial, ethnic and socio-economic groups in the eighth grade already exist when those children are in kindergarten, according to new research published in Educational Researcher, a peer-reviewed journal of the American Educational Research Association.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

3M and Discovery Education are excited to announce that the 2021 3M Young Scientist Challenge ( #YoungScientist ) is now open to entries. A diverse group of judges will evaluate entries based on creativity, scientific knowledge, and effective communication skills. All resources are available through YoungScientistLab.com.

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Faculty Focus

MAY 2, 2023

“ Technology can become the wings that will allow the educational world to fly farther and faster than ever before – if we allow it (Arledge).” ” ChatGPT has given the field of higher education another opportunity to fly farther and faster. Will we allow it? Every time I use ChatGPT, I am amazed at its capability.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 23, 2023

I’ve often found that the best classrooms are those that carefully balance timeless knowledge with innovations that push boundaries. Let’s dare to think outside the box, try something new, and make 2023 a year to remember in the world of education! I truly believe that now is the time for boldness.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

I’ve had many jobs as an educator over the past 16 years, but at my core, I’m a 7th-grade middle school teacher. Nonetheless, here I sit in the heart of Silicon Valley ingenuity and innovation, exactly where I’m supposed to be—surrounded by engineers, business gurus, and dozens of fellow educators who have also made the switch.

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eSchool News

JULY 8, 2022

3M ( @3M ) and Discovery Education ( @DiscoveryEd ) are proud to announce the top 10 finalists and four honorable mention recipients in the 2022 3M Young Scientist Challenge , the 15th year of the competition. . Today’s youth has never been more hopeful for a better, brighter, and safer world. or on Twitter at?@3M?or?@3MNews.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Wednesday, February 3, 2022) – 3M (@3M) and Discovery Education (@DiscoveryEd) are excited to announce that the 2022 3M Young Scientist Challenge ( #YoungScientist ) is now open to entries. A diverse group of judges will evaluate entries based on creativity, scientific knowledge, and effective communication skills. Paul, Minn.

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Teachers can leverage the power of thinking routines developed by Project Zero at Harvard’s Graduate School of Education to help students develop their metacognitive muscles. These thinking routines encourage students to question, connect, and reflect with the goal of helping them become more knowledgeable, confident, and self-aware.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 15, 2015

A shortage of trained teachers in Oregon is leaving school districts short-handed, so replacements without educational backgrounds are being recruited from other professions to fill the gap. He said he was asked if he was interested in becoming an educator. “We’ve had fewer people entering education prep programs.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 23, 2024

AI has the potential to revolutionize education for better or worse–jury’s still out on that. No one denies it can make student testing more efficient, faster, possibly leading to better educational outcomes for all learners.

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Edsurge

JULY 31, 2018

Since then, I’ve built award-winning educational CD-ROMs, led the development of formative assessment, curriculum management, and student data systems like Schoolnet and Powerschool, and most recently, managed strategy for Pearson’s $6 billion global product portfolio as its chief product strategy officer.

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