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MAY 24, 2017

K-6 math curriculum (with a separate program for pre-K) is versatile, easy-to-use, and nicely differentiated for varied learning and teaching strategies. Started in Australia and now popular in the US, it is available in English and Spanish and aligned with both Common Core State Standards and the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 1, 2016

Through this new collaboration, Wilson County educators will, beginning in the 2016-2017 school year, integrate Discovery Education’s Science Techbook (Grades K-12), Social Studies Techbook (Grades 6-8) and Math Techbook (Grades 6-12) into classroom instruction. Director of Schools at Wilson County Schools.

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eSchool News

APRIL 29, 2024

Catherine Truitt, State Superintendent of Public Instruction, North Carolina, says: “By equipping educators and students with the knowledge and skills of AI, we are ensuring they are better prepared for their future. Video-based micro lessons cater to various learning styles, including visual, auditory, and reading-based instruction.

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APRIL 29, 2016

Many of you are familiar with the award-winning free app called Zap Zap Math. I first learned about it through an email about their newly updated platform– …addictive math games. kids fall in love with math. Not a lot of math apps can fulfill these claims. How do the Zap Zap Math folks do that?

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Edsurge

AUGUST 24, 2020

Be it with math or spelling, children often learn by identifying shapes and patterns—there's a reason that blackboards have been around all these years." She uses online tools like SeeSaw, which allows students to express their knowledge and feelings while showing their thought process, not just their work.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

From live-updating, turn-by-turn driving directions to responsive voice-controlled digital assistants—all in the palms of our hands—we are constantly interacting with computer programming where machines learn from experience and adjust to new data to perform human-like tasks. It impacts every field of study in education.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

In 2023, a new popular kid in town, better known as AI, dominated headlines and prompted debates around how students could abuse–and should use–the generative tool for learning. AI can deliver content to students in a manner that supports each student’s unique learning styles and preferences.

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JUNE 9, 2022

They tie arguments to class reading, general knowledge as well as evidence from research. Perspective taking’ is an important skill to learn. Expect them to read closely, but work quickly, and make decisions based on their knowledge of reliable websites. Then, they assign tasks to group members that include: learn the tool.

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APRIL 8, 2024

High School collects a diverse group of students into a large learning community, but it also prepares teenagers for a future as variable as any we can imagine. Today, as education leaders, you’re faced with an increasingly diverse student population, each with unique learning styles, abilities, and aspirations.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2018

America’s student math scores continue to drop. Headlines such as “ Less than half of Maryland students pass English, math assessments ” and “ Internationally, U.S. The problem is, tomorrow’s adults must be math proficient which means our kids must be.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 6, 2019

Student engagement is changing, driven by digital natives looking to combine organic social interaction with science, technology, engineering and math discovery. MORE FROM EDTECH: See how education robotics companies are invigorating K–12 learning. New Learning Styles Offer Different Types of Learning.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 20, 2023

If a student is a huge gamer, you could consider using immersive challenges or competitive games to bring excitement to their learning experience. As with any curricular tool or resource, the selection process should include aligning student learning styles, needs and interests to ensure that what you choose makes the most impact.

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k12 Digest

MARCH 4, 2025

There is a stronger emphasis on interdisciplinary learning, where subjects like science, math, and technology are integrated to reflect real-world applications. There is also an emphasis on real-world applications to make math more relevant and engaging for students.

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AUGUST 26, 2019

Each targeted quest curates a collection of third-party apps, webtools, videos, games, and other resources that focus on particular math or reading skills identified by the teacher or from the student’s earlier work as an area of academic need. That done, it develops a differentiated and personalized learning plan.

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JULY 10, 2023

Interactive learning apps are perfect for captivating the minds of these little ones while making education enjoyable and accessible. These apps come in all shapes and sizes, catering to various subjects including math, language arts, science, and social studies.

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OCTOBER 4, 2018

Gordon, a Nationally-recognized Teacher and in the Top Five in my school district, so abysmally failed to spark my love of learning. I started by reviewing knowledgeable websites like Benchmark Education. They are knowledgeable. He long ago declared math as too difficult and thus avoided it. Sampson succeeded where Ms.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Learning management systems (LMS) streamline administrative tasks and enable seamless content delivery. Educational software and apps, along with interactive classroom technology tools, cater to diverse learning styles, providing interactive lessons and assessments.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

In K-12 education, employing effective teaching methods and strategies is paramount for engaging students and facilitating meaningful learning experiences across diverse subjects and grade levels. One effective teaching technique within active learning is problem-based learning (PBL).

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AUGUST 4, 2023

The exception is BrainPOP — there are no ads, but it requires a hefty annual fee: BrainPOP Fremium BrainPOP is a collection of three-five minute animated movies, learning games, quizzes, and interactive activities for grades 3-8 addressing a wide variety of topics such as math, science, social studies, health, art, and technology.

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JUNE 27, 2024

Invest in Quality Online Study Resources There’s no reason to study like a monk – the internet is full of diverse study materials that cater to different learning styles , including yours. Take advantage of them if you prefer this style of learning.

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Edsurge

MARCH 4, 2020

Even though we don’t always have the knowledge of brain science or the academic research that proves why a strategy—like having students quiz themselves using flashcards—is effective, our experiences in the classroom provide us with evidence that it is. So far, starting the learning with our teacher specialists has yielded exciting results.

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AUGUST 29, 2023

Learning to code is akin to receiving the key to a world of opportunities. It’s not about zeros and ones, or math and science. Taking a class can help you broaden your knowledge, and it can also help you see other teaching styles.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2022

More importantly, students will have better access to lessons designed specifically for their learning style. This will inevitably result in increased comprehension and productivity in student learning. Teacher knowledge is imperative to move students forward. Founding President, Dasaran. –Amy Gulley, M.Ed

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FEBRUARY 19, 2018

Knowledge is meant to be shared. In fact, the tool students select to share knowledge will depend upon their specific learning style. Now put yourself in the shoes of the student who is dyslexic or challenged by prose as they try to share their knowledge. North Carolina State University’s learning style quiz .

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FEBRUARY 19, 2016

Knowledge is meant to be shared. In fact, the tool students select to share knowledge will depend upon their specific learning style. Now put yourself in the shoes of the student who is dyslexic or challenged by prose as they try to share their knowledge. North Carolina State University’s learning style quiz .

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

We as teachers know that math and science can easily be taught using real-life experiences in lieu of a textbook. The problem in the past has been convincing our learning partners of that truth. Personalized learning must start with flexible learning spaces. More on personalized learning.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Key points: Traditional classroom learning is now modernizing Debates remain about online vs. classroom learning Stay up to date on the latest in classroom learning trends Classroom learning remains a cornerstone of education, fostering a dynamic environment where students engage with peers and instructors in real-time.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Examples include standardized tests, final exams, and end-of-course projects, which measure student achievement against predetermined criteria and provide a snapshot of overall learning outcomes. By offering multiple pathways for learning, educators accommodate various learning styles, abilities, and interests within the classroom.

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Cult of Pedagogy

MARCH 3, 2024

Novices probably do not have a lot of background knowledge on the subject and, therefore, have a poorly developed schema for the content being taught. I like to think of schema development like a spider web : The more connections to the information being taught, the more complex the spider web of knowledge.

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2016

I recently got a question from a reader asking how the lessons in my K-8 curriculum supported Dr. Norman Webb’s Depth of Knowledge philosophy — an integral concept to her school’s mission. Rather, it itemizes ways students interact with knowledge. DoK is not a taxonomy (like Bloom’s).

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SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

Introduce this project with a guest speaker who will discuss the special needs and learning styles of seniors. Teaching will be paced for senior needs with the goal of helping them learn, not complete a set amount of material. Then, they assign tasks to group members that include: learn the tool. teach classmates.

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JULY 21, 2017

STEAM–Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math–is education’s new STEM. Like the digital music sites above, with these sites, students can communicate their knowledge as suits their learning style. Minecraft uses a wide variety of STEAM skills but especially technology, engineering, and math.

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2016

These technologies are helping students achieve academic and social success while meeting the needs of various learning styles. Additionally, parents who need assistance in teaching a concept or supporting their children’s learning can email teachers and learn alternative teaching strategies to better meet their kids’ learning styles.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 20, 2022

The district formed a partnership with HMH—purchasing HMH Into Math, HMH Into Reading, HMH Into Literature, and Waggle programs, along with professional services, which are all accessed via Ed, HMH’s learning platform. Her work is innovative and pushes boundaries–and she’s great at sharing her knowledge with others!

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Teach Hub

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Initially, standardized testing was introduced as a tool to measure students’ knowledge and skill sets fairly. The main focus of these tests is on core subjects like math and literacy. Moreover, they don’t account for individual learning styles.

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MARCH 29, 2022

Students finish the program with an assessment of knowledge and certificates. All resources are free, well-constructed, and differentiated for varied student learning styles. To track learning, they earn badges for their accomplishments. The app also includes which Common Core Math Standards are addressed by the gameplay.

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Edsurge

APRIL 4, 2018

Many of them have a low tolerance for frustration—but the same kid who gives up after trying a math problem once will watch Super Mario fall into a hole a dozen times and try again a thirteenth time to get it right. And why isn’t learning the same way? As a special education teacher, I work with students who struggle academically.

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