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This school year, align teaching strategies with student learning styles

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Five Principles of Learning. Before exploring how technology can alleviate pressure from teachers to deliver the right teaching and learning environment that accommodates various learning styles, it’s important to home in on Merrill’s Principles of Instruction.

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Digital testing, AI, and personalized learning in 2025

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Well be seeing some exciting shifts within education that will leverage technology to transform learning and assessment in meaningful ways. Shift towards digital testing Following the SATs transition to a digital format in 2024, the ACT is now set to go digital in 2025. This simply isnt true.

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Crafting environments where students with autism thrive

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This might mean clearly outlining what is expected in an assignment, breaking down large tasks into smaller steps, or organizing test questions in a logical, grouped format. When the rules of the road are clearly defined, students can focus on the work at hand rather than managing anxiety around whats coming next.

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Brainly’s New AI Test Prep Helps Students Boost Test Scores

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NEW YORK – Brainly, the AI Learning Companion TM used by 15 million monthly active users, announces the release of Test Prep, the latest AI-powered innovation designed to improve test scores, boost student confidence and reduce anxiety. students confirming they don’t give themselves enough time to study for their tests.

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We need a new approach to student assessment

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Key points: End-of-year statewide assessments are vital, but are flawed in several ways A “through-year” system administers shorter tests throughout the year that can give teachers immediate feedback See related article: 3 new trends in student assessment All around the country, school has ended for students and summer break is underway.

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How AI is transforming learning for dyslexic students

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For years, many schools have attempted to accommodate dyslexic learners with supplemental reading aids or by providing extra time on tests. However, while helpful, these approaches are often limited and fail to address the full spectrum of learning needs.

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4 tips to boost classroom engagement and productivity

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The past 18 months tested everyone, and few were more tested than teachers. Many educators adjusted to entirely new teaching requirements during the pandemic, while districts rushed to supply tools and technologies to address the need for remote and hybrid learning environments.