EdTech Magazine

JUNE 1, 2023

While the classic school library has always welcomed students to relax with a book, do a bit of research or find distraction-free study time, this quiet space is being transformed into a creative gathering place for the whole school. Today’s school libraries are introducing new technology, flexible design and adaptive library furniture. Across the country, librarians are acknowledging and embracing the need for a modern library that prepares students for a connected, digital world.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 1, 2023

June is National Internet Safety Month , thanks to a resolution passed in 2005 by the U.S. Senate. The goal is to raise awareness about online safety for all, with a special focus on kids ranging from tots to teens. Children are just as connected to the Internet as adults. This is a great list of internet cautions I got from an online efriend a few years ago.

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Edsurge

JUNE 1, 2023

Education researchers have long kept an eye on the changing demographics of public schools, some looking at the potential for those shifts to shepherd in inequity as ethnic groups migrate or fluctuate in size. Parsing education data into snack-sized servings. As the number of Hispanic students grows, for instance, the education landscape is adapting to meet their particular needs, as well — be it more representation in children’s books or busing a mobile preschool to kids in rural areas.

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The Hechinger Report

JUNE 1, 2023

Editor’s note: This story led off this week’s Early Childhood newsletter, which is delivered free to subscribers’ inboxes every other Wednesday with trends and top stories about early learning. Email Address Choose from our newsletters Weekly Update Future of Learning Higher Education Early Childhood Proof Points Leave this field empty if you’re human: On a cold, drizzly morning in early May, I visited an outdoor preschool program in Baltimore, Maryland, to learn about the state’s recent e

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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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Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler

JUNE 1, 2023

Discover how "The AI English Teacher" is transforming English Language Arts education and equipping students for a tech-driven future. This insightful article explores the integration of generative AI into the classroom, empowering teachers to leverage AI resources effectively. Uncover the importance of preparing students to navigate AI-generated content, critically evaluate information, and understand the implications of AI in terms of privacy, bias, and ethics.

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EdTechTeacher

JUNE 1, 2023

Who is Shawn McCusker? Shawn McCusker is an author and Senior Director of Professional Learning at EdTechTeacher. He has 25 years of experience as a teacher and leader in public, private and alternative schools. Shawn’s book Becoming Active Citizens focuses on creating more meaningful citizen education programs focused on real life experiences where students learn citizenship by BEING citizens.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

JUNE 1, 2023

Yellowstone School District #14 in very rural North Dakota uses E Therapy to help educators get through these tough times post pandemic with E Therapy’s eQUIP , a comprehensive professional development program that provides educators, staff, and parents with Keep Reading Professional Development that helps Student Mental Health The post Professional Development that helps Student Mental Health appeared first on Equity in Education.

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eSchool News

JUNE 1, 2023

Key points: Public schools are part of a complicated system True system transformation will require disruptive replacement I can’t count the number of times people at an education conference have approached me and said something to the effect of, “But how do we transform the education system?” or “We need to focus on system transformation” or “How do we scale system transformation?

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JUNE 1, 2023

Our second Library 2.023 mini-conference: " Banned Books and Censorship: Current Intellectual Freedom Issues in the Library ," will be held online (and for free) nextThursday, June 8th, 2023, from 12:00 - 3:00 pm US-Pacific Time. The accepted concurrent sessions are listed down below! With book bans all over the news, intellectual freedom is under attack, with a specific focus on materials and programs related to or representative of marginalized communities.

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The Thinking Stick

JUNE 1, 2023

How are your conversations about generative AI tools like ChatGPT centering and focusing on equity and inclusion? On this episode, we dig into that and provide listeners an opportunity to go further with our latest free guide! You can download AI LIteracy and LGBTQ+ Inclusion here Did you want to enter to win a seat to the June 3rd Pride and Less Prejudice celebrity panel?

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Managing a K-12 campus with constant pressure to meet performance metrics is challenging. And tardiness can significantly limit a school from reaching these goals. Learn more about why chronic lateness matters, and key strategies to address the following impacts: Data errors caused by manual processes Low attendance and graduation rates that affect a school’s reputation Classroom disruption, which leads to poor academic performance High staff attrition and “The Teacher Exodus” Unmet LCAP goals t

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eSchool News

JUNE 1, 2023

SAN FRANCISCO (PRWEB) — BookNook , a leading provider of effective high-impact literacy and tutoring solutions for schools and students, announces the appointment of Jared Harless as Chief Product Officer. A team-oriented veteran in the education space, Harless will strengthen BookNook’s tech-enabled solutions that keep students, educators and tutors at the center of learning.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

JUNE 1, 2023

By Micah Miner The latest NAEP (National Assessment of Educational Progress) scores reveal an alarming yet unsurprising truth: our students lack basic knowledge of civics and history. Only 22% of 8th graders are proficient in civics, and 14% in history. Keep Reading Revitalizing Democracy: Why Social Studies Education Matters The post Revitalizing Democracy: Why Social Studies Education Matters appeared first on Equity in Education.

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SplashLearn

JUNE 1, 2023

As the warmth of summer envelops us, it’s time to turn up the volume. With its captivating melodies and joyous rhythms, music has a way of connecting us all, regardless of age or background. As Henry Wadsworth Longfellow said, “Music is the universal language of mankind.” In this blog, we present to you the 30 […] The post Get Your Groove On: 30 Summer Songs for Kids to Brighten the Season first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.

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N2Y

JUNE 1, 2023

Check out the latest updates to n2y solutions that empower educators to foster meaningful student growth with more flexibility, customization, and data.

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This whitepaper explores integrating the PowerTeaching pedagogical approach within a HyFlex (Hybrid Flexible) educational model, focusing on employing cooperative learning strategies and efficient classroom management techniques.

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SplashLearn

JUNE 1, 2023

Summer vacation is frequently viewed as a time for children to relax and unwind from the rigors of the academic year. However, research shows that this extended break can lead to “summer slide,” which results in students losing academic progress over the summer months. According to a Brookings article, the average decline in achievement scores […] The post Stay Sharp This Summer: Best 15 Activities to Stop the Summer Slide first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.

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JUNE 1, 2023

Best Practices to Build a Computer Science Program

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Sell Courses Online

JUNE 1, 2023

Thinkific is one of the top platforms for course creation, and WordPress is the web’s most popular content-management system.

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MiddleWeb

JUNE 1, 2023

Author Thomas Hébert recommends K-12 books he believes can help gifted students develop SEL skills. Vignettes from six classrooms demonstrate ways to use text selections effectively. Reviewer Amy Estersohn found the book’s appendix of 160+ suggested texts most valuable. The post SEL Reading & Reflection for Gifted Students first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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Speaker: Chris Paxton McMillin, President of D3 Training Solutions

There are plenty of great authoring tools for developing eLearning, but the one you select could directly impact your course's outcomes. Depending upon your learners’ needs and your organization’s performance goals, you could be overlooking considerations that impact the both effectiveness of your courses and how long it takes to finish them. From general capabilities to specific workflow structures, some aspects are critical when it comes to learning objectives and deadlines.

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Brainscape

JUNE 1, 2023

Hey, thank you for taking the time to rate Brainscape. 7/10 Is a solid rating. After all, it’s significantly more than halfway to 10 and close enough to victory that we can smell the Champagne. But still, there’s something that you weren’t quite happy about and we’d really appreciate knowing what that is. Why? Because the single biggest driver of the improvements and features we prioritize is your feedback.

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Brainscape

JUNE 1, 2023

Oh no! From your rating, it’s clear that you had a disappointing experience with Brainscape and, in our eyes, that’s as annoying as that guy who brings his guitar to parties and plays (unsolicited) Oasis and Green Day over the music everyone else wants to hear. (If you are that guy , please make different choices.) Our mission is to make your study experience as seamless and efficient as humanly possible ; yet, it would appear that we didn’t get you there, for which I humbly

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Brainscape

JUNE 1, 2023

Oh no! From your rating, it’s clear that you had a disappointing experience with Brainscape and, in our eyes, that’s as annoying as the person who takes up two parking spots in a crowded lot, showing a complete disregard for others trying to find a space. (If you are that person , please make different choices.) Our mission is to make your study experience as seamless and efficient as humanly possible ; yet, it would appear that we didn’t get you there, for which I humbly ap

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Brainscape

JUNE 1, 2023

Oh no! From your rating, it’s clear that you didn’t just have a disappointing experience with Brainscape, but that it left you with nothing positive to say! That’s about as terrible as the song ‘Friday’ by Rebecca Black (which went viral in 2011 because it was that bad ). We’d really like to understand what went wrong for you so please let us know by: Reporting your issue Visit our Help Center , where you’ll find tons of articles and FAQ addressin

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AI-powered tools like virtual assistants and chatbots provide instant guidance and support, while data analytics offer valuable insights for educators and administrators.

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Brainscape

JUNE 1, 2023

Hey, thank you for taking the time to rate Brainscape. From your rating, it’s clear that while we didn’t outright fail to meet your expectations, you certainly had a bit of a “meh” experience with Brainscape and, in our eyes, that is as unacceptable as people who set their phone audio to full power in a public space. Our mission is to make your study experience as seamless and efficient as humanly possible ; yet, it would appear that we didn’t quite get there w

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Brainscape

JUNE 1, 2023

Thank you for taking the time to rate Brainscape! From your rating, it’s clear that you had a “meh” experience with Brainscape. Our mission is to make your study experience as seamless and efficient as humanly possible ; yet, it would appear that we didn’t get you there, for which I humbly apologize. And so I’d really like to ask: what was it?

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Brainscape

JUNE 1, 2023

Thank you for taking the time to rate Brainscape! From your rating, it’s clear that you had a disappointing experience with Brainscape and, in our eyes, that is as unacceptable as people who hawk loogies or spit on the sidewalk. (And if you’re one of them… please make different choices. ) Our mission is to make your study experience as seamless and efficient as humanly possible ; yet, it would appear that we didn’t get you there, for which I humbly apologize.

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Brainscape

JUNE 1, 2023

An 8? Nice! You must really like us! We're thrilled you've enjoyed using Brainscape so I’d like to humbly ask: would you be willing to share your experience with other people? What’s in it for you? Social currency, baby! You sharing Brainscape with other people helps them discover an app that expedites their learning journey… and it makes you look like a hero in the process because you’ve added real practical value to their lives.

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Speaker: Richard Goring, Director at BrightCarbon

Have you ever caught an employee sleeping during training? Compelling content is paramount, but trying to do so with the same tools you've always used is complicated, right? Wrong! Powerpoint has excellent features that, with a bit of creativity, can help you improve your presentations and keep your people engaged without going over budget. By utilizing newer components that enable interactive sequences, navigable content to respond to your audience, and pop quizzes for informal knowledge checks

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Brainscape

JUNE 1, 2023

Holy smokes, a 9? That's like remembering that Monday is a federal holiday when you were packing your bags for work; or finding a random $100 note on the pavement on your morning walk. In other words: heck, yeah, that’s amazing! We're thrilled you're such a fan of Brainscape so I’d like to humbly ask: would you be willing to share your experience with other people?

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