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The U.S. had the blueprint for a high-class education–but abandoned it

eSchool News

In the decades following World War II, the United States made sweeping investments in public education. Landmark legislation like the GI Bill and the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) of 1965 aimed to level the playing field for all students (regardless of race or background). Key points: The U.S.

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Would You Rather: Transfer and Apply

Catlin Tucker

The first and second blogs in this series focused on providing meaningful choices when students are acquiring information and making meaning. series, we will explore how we can provide students with choices that enable them to transfer and apply their learning effectively. In this third and final installment of our “Would You Rather?”

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The Power of Connect, Extend, Challenge

Catlin Tucker

Teachers can leverage the power of thinking routines developed by Project Zero at Harvard’s Graduate School of Education to help students develop their metacognitive muscles. Next, students progress to the stage of “extend.” Challenge: Have students identify something puzzling or confusing in the story.

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With a Virtual Reality Assist, Video Games Get K–12 Students Moving

EdTech Magazine

With a Virtual Reality Assist, Video Games Get K–12 Students Moving. Video Games as Physical Education. Jim Romano, Valley Day’s Health and Physical Education instructor, said the immersive VR setup transforms PE class into a “life-size video game” for the students. . shailaja.neela….

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It’s expensive to become a teacher in California. This bill would pay those who try

Cal Matters

In summary To earn a teaching credential, students are required to complete a one-year program combining coursework and 600 hours of classroom experience. When Brigitta Hunter started her teaching career, she had $20,000 in student loans and zero income even though she was working nearly full time in the classroom.

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Using technology to support learning through movement

eSchool News

Physical movement supports academics There is significant evidence of the connection between physical movement and learning. Some colleges and universities encourage using standing or treadmill desks while studying, as well as taking breaks to exercise. Learning and physical activity also work well because of the fun factor.

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4 things innovative districts do to improve graduation rates

eSchool News

Conventional wisdom around when and where students learn, what knowledge they need to be successful, and who they are as learners is all rapidly changing, especially as technology becomes more prevalent in classrooms. Many students’ families could not afford computers, or even an internet connection. Vancouver Public Schools (Wash.)