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Embracing a growth mindset when reviewing student data

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This perspective transforms data analysis into an empowering process; data is a tool for improvement amongst our students rather than a measure of failure. In addition, interdisciplinary collaboration at our weekly professional learning communities (PLCs) has strengthened this process. This mindset shapes how we view data.

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Only out-of-the-box solutions will fix the real problems in schools

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Their time-based nature means that they were, in fact, built to embed failure for the majority. Science and social studies classes could integrate combinations of text, virtual reality, group discussion, and interdisciplinary projects that extend beyond what an individual teacher could sustainably plan for each day.”.

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Taking K-12 education transformation from pipe dream to pipeline

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Key points: When it comes to K-12 innovation, change isn’t a consideration–it’s an imperative Students know best when it comes to transforming education Schools must embrace these 4 innovative focus areas to avoid failure For more news on K-12 transformation, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership hub Across the U.S.,

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How to Engage Your Students With the 12-Minute Rule and Quizzes They’re Meant to Fail

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But failure is the whole point of the exercise. One of the failure points of international marketing is human beings’ inability to understand, appreciate, and exploit cultural differences. PEEK INSIDE COLLEGE CLASSROOMS: Discover interdisciplinary teaching insights from our growing community of college educators.

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How I Took the Dread Out of Grading—and Replaced It With Fun

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Ninth grade students in an interdisciplinary Global Science Perspectives class were asked to explore the themes of the course and find correlations between culture and science. Being able to provide specific, meaningful feedback about student performance in these learning outcomes came after a lot of failures on my part.

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Cultivating Collaboration and Consistency in Grading: Applying the GRADE Strategy 

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The strategy: GRADE We both teach composition and interdisciplinary courses at a regional state university in Georgia. Conner is a tenure-track professor of English with a focus on composition and Interdisciplinary Studies at the College of Coastal Georgia. The important thing to remember is to consider your time, energy, and focus.

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Cultivating Collaboration and Consistency in Grading: Applying the GRADE Strategy 

Faculty Focus

The strategy: GRADE We both teach composition and interdisciplinary courses at a regional state university in Georgia. Conner is a tenure-track professor of English with a focus on composition and Interdisciplinary Studies at the College of Coastal Georgia. The important thing to remember is to consider your time, energy, and focus.

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