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Friday 5: AR and VR

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These tools add something special to learning, and the impact they have on student engagement is unparalleled. Here’s a handful of fun and engaging AR and VR tools to get started. VR allows educators to move past pages in a textbook to create totally immersive experiences that stimulate and inspire students.

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How to help IT teams manage digital transformation

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From educators, IT teams, and school administrators to parents and students, nearly everyone with a stake in the education industry is aware of the promise new digital technologies hold to improve learning outcomes, increase student engagement, and add variety and depth to instruction and assessment.

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A Teacher’s Insight and a Suite of Apps Revitalized Geography—Boosting Student Engagement and Collaboration

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Students didn’t like the traditional textbook-and-worksheet-centric course, and their teachers and district staff were concerned that a lack of engagement was translating into lower grades at Canada’s Ottawa Catholic School Board’s (OCSB) high schools. Grade 9 Geography was in trouble.

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15 edtech startups selected for the inaugural AWS Education Accelerator

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By leveraging AWS to develop the next generation of edtech solutions, these startups aim to address education challenges such as student engagement, financial literacy, student health and well-being, upskilling, and operational inefficiencies. Oblio, Inc.

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5 ways to teach like a pirate

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However, studies suggest that a significant percentage of students feel disengaged in their learning, posing a challenge for educators. As teachers strive to adapt their instructional methods to nurture student curiosity and drive deeper student engagement, the principles outlined in Teach Like A Pirate offer valuable insights.

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Tips to help IT teams manage digital transformation

eSchool News

From educators, IT teams, and school administrators to parents and students, nearly everyone with a stake in the education industry is aware of the promise new digital technologies hold to improve learning outcomes, increase student engagement, and add variety and depth to instruction and assessment.

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Is the Traditional Classroom Becoming Obsolete?

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Research indicates that active participation leads to higher retention rates, which can be upwards of 60% for students engaged in interactive learning. Changing Student Expectations Given the rapid evolution of technology and educational methods, student expectations have shifted considerably in recent years.