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How to Bring to Life the Science of Reading

Edsurge

As a result, teaching students how to read is a complex and challenging endeavor — that’s why it takes years. Imagine Learning EL Education aligns with the concept of high-quality instructional materials (HQIMs). Reading requires building connections in the brain that wouldn’t exist without explicit instruction.

Science 178
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Inspiring… or not

Dangerously Irrelevant

Interdisciplinary learning that is seen by students as meaningful, authentic, and connected to the real world is inspiring. Subject-siloed, isolated, disconnected learning is not. Internships and community partnerships and impactful service learning opportunities are inspiring. Pretend word problems and scenarios are not.

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Does the Word ‘Teacher’ Still Describe What Educators Do in the Classroom?

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According to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary the word “teach” comes from the Middle English word techen , meaning “to show or instruct.” Teaching in our country has [misunderstood] on so many different levels. Teaching in our country has [misunderstood] on so many different levels. Williams is not alone in her questioning.

Teachers 129
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Innovative ideas for school libraries

eSchool News

Key points: School libraries have evolved to offer students and teachers everything they need See article: Modern students need modern librarians See article: 10 reasons we love school librarians For more news on school libraries, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching page What makes an effective school library?

Schools 246
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Is ChatGPT the New CliffsNotes?  

Faculty Focus

Similar to Darby, I believe conversations about academic integrity and assignment design are crucial, and these conversations should extend to other learning spaces. By now, you have probably reached out to the director of the writer center, but have you talked to staff in tutoring centers or other learning assistance programs?

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Is ChatGPT the New CliffsNotes?  

Faculty Focus

Similar to Darby, I believe conversations about academic integrity and assignment design are crucial, and these conversations should extend to other learning spaces. By now, you have probably reached out to the director of the writer center, but have you talked to staff in tutoring centers or other learning assistance programs?

Syllabus 119
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A New Architecture for the University Campus of the Future

Edsurge

As schools innovate and transform what teaching and learning look like on their campuses, the design of academic buildings is likely to change in dramatic ways as well. Ron: The goal of creating an academic innovation center was to establish a dedicated space where faculty could develop innovative teaching practices.

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