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Digital learning is different

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textbooks, documents, paintings, audio recordings, and movies) as well as one of the most commonly used physical resources: teachers. Digital is different For centuries, learning material has come from a variety of physical resources. These include human-made items (i.e.

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Politics, Pressure and Poor Sources: History Teachers Have It Tough These Days

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Researchers were surprised to learn, Gillis says, that the most-used sources for historical information are not textbooks but online sites run by museums and the federal government, especially the Smithsonian, Library of Congress and National Archives. Textbooks clearly are diminishing in influence, the AHA report states.

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Follett Online Book Fairs a Convenient Option to Keep Kids Reading

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Whether the 2020-21 school year is starting in the classroom or remotely, Follett is ensuring elementary and middle school students won’t be missing out on one of their favorite back-to-school traditions: the book fair. The ease with which Follett’s online fairs are carried out are extremely attractive to school and book fair coordinators.

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5 key components of successful online courses

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Most people assume the move to online courses means students are logging on to the learning management system to take reading quizzes tied to their assigned textbook chapters and posting in the discussion board in line with weekly modules as their schedules allow. Related post: Leading eLearning and a Future Ready library opportunity.

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Top Hat Buys Canadian Textbook Business to Compete With Publishers in Digital Courseware

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The Toronto-based company once relied on textbook publishers to distribute its technology. Today, Top Hat announced it has reached an agreement to acquire more than 400 higher education textbooks from Nelson, one of the biggest educational publishers in Canada. And it just may have found a key piece to make that strategy click.

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Can Teachers Read Books Out Loud Online? Actually, Yes.

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While many well-intentioned commentators have warned teachers against this practice, the fact is that copyright law—specifically fair use—permits many read-aloud activities online. What Is Fair Use? Fair use is a provision of copyright law that allows many reading aloud activities to be translated from the classroom to online learning.

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Five ways school leaders can end the year on a strong note

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This could include science fairs, art exhibitions, or community service projects. Clear communication : Ensure that all stakeholders are well-informed about end-of-year procedures, such as exams, grading, and returning textbooks. Reflective activities : Encourage students to reflect on their growth and set goals for the future.