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Beyond the bookshelves: 3 ways school libraries have evolved to meet students’ needs

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Once simply a quiet space to check out books, libraries have evolved to provide students with a holistic and interactive learning experience. Traditional beige, rigid layouts with rows of bookshelves and tables have given way to open, adaptable spaces that accommodate group work, discussions and various learning activities.

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Now Is the Time to Redefine Learning — Not Recreate Traditional School Online

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While the possibilities for flexible, innovative learning models are myriad, stories from across the country make it clear that as a nation, we are largely missing this opportunity. In this case, it often comes down to fundamental changes to the very structure of virtual and hybrid learning models.

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K-12 Class Sizes Have Ballooned With Online Learning. It’s Not a Good Thing.

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When leaders at Megan Claffey’s Colorado district decided to give parents a choice between online and hybrid learning, they didn’t expect many to choose the all-online option. Here, he points to a finding that extreme class sizes—in either direction—can be detrimental to student learning.

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Lessons from an online teacher: Supporting phenomena-based learning

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Using Gizmo in partners or groups has really aided in providing students with a voice, confidence, and an eagerness to learn more. They are ready to share their group work with the other students, and their discussions flourish. The students will then start to see the connection to the presented phenomena as well.

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Education Technology

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Platforms like Google Classroom, Microsoft Teams, and Zoom allow for real-time discussions, feedback, and group work, making remote and hybrid learning more accessible. This connectivity supports remote and hybrid learning models, making education more flexible and accessible.

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Use of Technology in the Classroom to Enhance Teaching and Learning

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Platforms like Google Classroom and Microsoft Teams facilitate group work, real-time feedback, and seamless communication between students and teachers. These tools also support remote and hybrid learning models, making education more flexible and accessible.