Edsurge

JULY 4, 2023

Kareem Edouard has been doing research for years on how to make children’s media more inclusive. And these days he’s putting those ideas into practice — on a big platform. He’s applying his research as a creative producer for a new show on PBS called Work It Out Wombats! , aimed at teaching concepts of computational thinking to kids ages 3 to 6. Edouard is no stranger to making media.

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Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler

JULY 4, 2023

Teaching is too hard to do alone! Having a solid community to support you is essential. It seems these days at Twitter is imploding that we are all being scattered to the wind. Where do we gather together to share our resources and encourage each other around the topic of education? While there will never. The post #EDUsky for Educators appeared first on Teacher Tech.

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The Hechinger Report

JULY 4, 2023

Using your mind’s eye, visualize a good school. What does a good school look like? Maybe you see a place where children are excited and classrooms buzz with activity. Maybe you see a place where children are enjoying a nourishing meal together or running around on a well-maintained playground. Maybe you see children from diverse backgrounds learning together.

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eSchool News

JULY 4, 2023

This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters. Much of the education narrative around ChatGPT has focused on the potential downsides of the AI tool (think Skynet from “The Terminator”). But as a high school teacher who has experimented with the sophisticated word predictor app in my economics, U.S.

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This white paper examines and proposes revisions to the "Seven Principles for Good Practice in Undergraduate Education" introduced by Arthur Chickering and Zelda Gamson in 1987 for today's technology-driven world.

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MiddleWeb

JULY 4, 2023

What might students learn about the “invisible process” of reading prose fiction by a comparative study of a novel and its graphic novel counterpart? Jason DeHart promises high interest and aha moments as readers see the story not only with their minds but with their eyes. The post Pairing Graphic Novels with Their Text Originals first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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eSchool News

JULY 4, 2023

Key points: Audiobooks are popular, but print still commands a majority of the audience A balance of both offers students increased accessibility See related article: 5 long-term benefits of our online literacy programs My 2023 #BritReads book tally experienced a massive slowdown in April when my husband and I welcomed Holden Lane to the world. After about a week of silent late-night feedings, I found myself dozing off while reading a print book.

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eSchool News

JULY 4, 2023

Pittsburgh, PA – Carnegie Learning , a leader in AI-driven technology, curriculum, and professional learning solutions for K-12 education, today announced that 100% of the students in the Aldine Independent School District (ISD) – one of the largest districts in Houston, Texas – passed the Algebra 1 STAAR test on their first try in a pilot program using the Texas Math Solution.

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SplashLearn

JULY 4, 2023

Imagine a world where your child not only behaves well but also understands the values that underpin their actions. Sounds like a dream, right? Well, buckle up because positive discipline can make that dream a reality. Unlike traditional disciplinary methods that may leave you feeling like you’re talking to a wall, positive disciplining focuses on […] The post Positive Discipline in Kids: 10 Effective Parenting Strategies first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.

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Sell Courses Online

JULY 4, 2023

Group coaching is a great way to scale your coaching business.

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SplashLearn

JULY 4, 2023

Amidst all the hustle and bustle of our busy world, finding moments of peace for our children is like giving them a priceless treasure. Luckily, simple yet powerful calming strategies for kids can help them find that inner serenity. Whether it’s a calming bedtime routine or practicing mindfulness, these strategies act as a magical gateway […] The post 65+ Calming Strategies for Kids Every Parent Should Know first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.

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SplashLearn

JULY 4, 2023

Imagine a world where children are seen as curious explorers, their creativity is nurtured, and their unique perspectives are celebrated. This is the essence of the Reggio Emilia approach, a philosophy that revolutionizes how we perceive and facilitate early education. In the scenic town of Reggio Emilia, Italy, after the ravages of World War II, […] The post What Is Reggio Emilia Approach?

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