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Would You Rather: Transfer and Apply

Catlin Tucker

Option 1 Science: Design a new experiment to test a scientific hypothesis Science: Write a research paper on an environmental issue Math: Solve a set of problems and explain your solutions in a video tutorial Math: Develop a math game that helps others learn about a mathematical concept or process English : Write an essay analyzing the symbolism in (..)

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The Power of Connect, Extend, Challenge

Catlin Tucker

Geography and Culture Connect: After studying a foreign country, ask students to find similarities between their own community and the one they studied. Physical Education and Movement Connect: After introducing a new sport or game, ask students if it reminds them of any other games they have played before.

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4 things innovative districts do to improve graduation rates

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created the Center for Advanced Professional Studies, a facility that resembles a modern professional setting more than a school building. Classrooms resemble manufacturing labs and makerspaces and students spend some of their week on-site at local internships. Blue Valley Public Schools (Kans.)

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Using technology to support learning through movement

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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. Embracing gaming and movement is a magic potion that makes learning fun.

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

EdTech Magazine

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. . Help is on the way, however, from an unlikely source. In May last year, Valley Day School in Morrisville, Pa.,

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How Online Learning Research Can Improve Remote Instruction

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“It’s one of the easiest things to do to really understand what that environment looks like, feels like and behaves like,” says Kerry Rice, a professor at Boise State University who has studied effective online learning.

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5 models that prioritize learner-centered education

eSchool News

Village High School : The Village diverges markedly from standard approaches to high school education. Its learners receive all of their core academic content–English, history, social studies, and math–through mastery-based online courses. Many electives take advantage of the Village’s flexible format.