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Is the Traditional Classroom Becoming Obsolete?

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As students increasingly seek flexible and interactive learning experiences, the conventional approach may not meet their needs any longer. Research indicates that active participation leads to higher retention rates, which can be upwards of 60% for students engaged in interactive learning.

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A new teacher’s perspective: Today’s best edtech resources

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During my “freshman year” in the classroom, I made it a point to ask colleagues at my school, members of my professional learning community, educators I met at conferences, and others: “What are the best edtech resources for a new teacher to engage students and ignite their curiosity about learning?”

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What are the Three Active Strategies?

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Active learning strategies for students in K-12 encompass a range of techniques designed to promote engagement, critical thinking, and deeper understanding. Here are three effective strategies: Think-Pair-Share : This strategy encourages active participation and collaboration among students.

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Enhancing classroom learning with interactive maps 

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It has undeniably transformed the way educators engage students and deliver content. This program allows the integration of real-time data, so students engage with current information. MapMaker also offers interactive learning activities that encourage student participation.

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How AI tutoring personalizes learning for students

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On the other hand, when students struggle with academic material, these tutoring programs can provide relevant and explanatory examples, practice exercises, and alternative explanations until the student achieves a reasonable mastery of those concepts.

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Friday 5: The many faces of classroom learning

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But not all students do this, or at least, do it well. So how can teachers and principals up their game to keep students engaged and make sure each child stays focused and ready to learn? What class activities help you learn the most?

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15 edtech startups selected for the inaugural AWS Education Accelerator

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Amazon Web Services (AWS) in early January announced 15 startup companies selected to participate in the inaugural AWS Education Accelerator. Announced in October 2023, the AWS Education Accelerator supports edtech startups who are innovating to enhance the teaching and learning experience and improve educational outcomes.

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