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The Intersection of Inquiry-Based Learning and High-Quality Instructional Materials in Social Studies

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By using HQIMs, educators can enhance the quality of instruction , support differentiated learning and improve overall learning outcomes. While the concept of HQIM has been established and embraced in other core academic disciplines, applying this concept to social studies has been more complex.

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5 ways to integrate gamification into your classroom

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“Several empirical studies have confirmed that students in gamified learning environments achieve higher levels of motivation and cognitive engagement compared to those in traditional classroom settings” (Dehghanzadeh et al., When studying vocabulary words, I used Quizlet Live to make practice more interactive.

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Creating A Digital Study Plan: Tips And Tools for High School Students

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With school back, let’s talk about the most efficient ways to study. With increasing coursework and extracurricular activities, a structured approach to studying helps manage time effectively, reduces stress, and boosts learning outcomes. These resources can complement your study plan and provide additional support.

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School district in Georgia creates significant learning gains for Title 1 students

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MCSD narrowed the gap between its test scores and the state averages on 12 tests this year: third-grade English language arts, science, and social studies. fourth-grade science and social studies. fifth-grade English language arts, math, science, and social studies. eighth-grade social studies.

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Austin Independent School District Selects IXL to Support Classroom Instruction and Distance Learning

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A study of public schools in Texas found that those using IXL Math or IXL English Language Arts outperformed other schools on STAAR exams by as much as 11 percentile points in math, 17 percentile points in reading and 8 percentile points in writing. IXL’s impact in Texas.

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Class Size Matters: Understanding the Link Between Class Size and Student Achievement

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Perhaps one of the most famous studies to come to this conclusion was the Tennessee Student Teacher Achievement Ratio (STAR) project in the 1980s. In the kindergarten years alone, the study found a “definite advantage for small classes in achievement.”. More positivity reported about participating in learning.

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Laredo Independent School District and IXL Partner to Support In-Person and At-Home Learning

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IXL Learning , the K-12 personalized learning platform used by 11 million students, today announced a three-year agreement with Laredo Independent School District to bring its award-winning program to approximately 23,600 students and 1,100 teachers. Laredo ISD is located in Laredo, Texas , on the border with Mexico.

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