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The Research Behind Personalized Learning

Education Elements

At Education Elements, we define personalized learning as an instructional approach that empowers students to build ownership of their learning. And, as students transitioned back into schools in the wake of remote and hybrid learning, our district partners across the country emphasize that this student-centered approach to teaching has never been more needed.

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OPINION: Why problems with literacy instruction go beyond phonics

The Hechinger Report

In the debate over Emily Hanford’s podcast “ Sold a Story ,” two groups have been vocal: those who agree that teachers have been conned into believing most children learn to read without systematic phonics instruction; and those who, like the 58 educators who signed a letter to the editor of the Hechinger Report, respond that Hanford has “reduce[d] the teaching of reading to phonics.”.

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Google for Education Identifies 3 New Education Trends

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Lifelong learning, changing skill sets, and growing demand for problem-solving are all new education trends according to a report from Google for Education.

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10 Unusual Hour of Code Projects

Ask a Tech Teacher

Over the next week, I’ll share ideas that will get you ready for Hour of Code. This includes (links won’t work until the articles are posted) : An Overview of This Week. Long list of websites by grade. 10 Unusual Projects. 6 Unplugged Hour of Code Activities. Coding–that geeky subject that confounds students and frightens teachers. Yet, kids who can code are better at logical thinking and problem solving, more independent and self-assured, and more likely to find a job when they grad

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Make Tuition Agreements Work Smarter—for Your School and Families

A well-crafted tuition agreement is more than paperwork—it’s a powerful tool for protecting your school and building family confidence. This guide helps private and independent K–12 schools reduce legal risk, improve collections, and foster long-term trust with families. Learn best practices for drafting enforceable agreements, communicating clear expectations, and navigating challenges like payment disputes, custody conflicts, and continuous enrollment.

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Creating a New Status Quo

A Principal's Reflections

Blink and there is a new iPhone on the market. I feel like I just got the 13 model yesterday, but the reality is that I came into possession of it in 2019. Thanks to a very gracious promotion, I recently upgraded to the 14 plus. The improved camera alone makes this new model work the investment. While I am thrilled with the new device, I know full well that the 15 will be out sometime next year and has probably already been developed.

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How to Boost Learning in the Non-Core Subjects

MiddleWeb

Every student deserves to be challenged in all areas of learning. Teaching coach Barbara Blackburn shows how rigor can enhance learning beyond the core content areas with examples from health, physical education, computer science, the performance arts and career technology. The post How to Boost Learning in the Non-Core Subjects first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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6 Benefits of a Virtual Bookshelf

Kitaboo on EdTech

A large number of readers are now choosing eBooks over physical books for various reasons, one of them being the fact that eBooks don’t acquire physical space as storage. If you are into reading and love collecting books, the struggle to find new space to store them when you run out of room in your bookshelf isn’t unknown to you. Now, if you are one of those who have made the smart move of switching to eBooks – finding them at the right time can be a problem.

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Why K–12 Schools Shouldn’t Overlook Switches and Routers

EdTech Magazine

If you plug in a network switch or an internet router from your local big-box store, most of the time it just works. And while enterprise-grade gear requires a bit more effort, the minimum configuration usually isn’t complex. Vendors want the device to work for you. That’s wonderful, right? Well, sort of. The downside of a network device “just working” is that it’s only minimally secured.

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Delivering on the Promise of Digital Equity

Digital Promise

The post Delivering on the Promise of Digital Equity appeared first on Digital Promise.

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The Case for Game Design as an Innovative STEAM Teaching Tool

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Searching for innovative ways to deliver integrated STEAM education that also help students attain industry-ready skills? Then this punchy 30-minute thought leadership webinar is for you. Join fellow education leaders as we share: National data on STEAM performance and student engagement that indicates post-pandemic learners are craving inspired intervention 10 research-backed reasons why game design is the leading method for practically teaching integrated STEAM education An inside look at live

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6 Unplugged Hour of Code Activities

Ask a Tech Teacher

Over the next week, I’ll share ideas that will get you ready for your Hour of Code. This includes (links won’t work until the articles are posted) : An Overview of This Week. Long list of websites by grade. 10 Unusual Projects. 6 Unplugged Hour of Code Activities (today). These unplugged activities go back to the roots of coding. The idea started as a clever way to teach students to think critically and problem-solve.

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Digital Signage at School: Upping Your Campus Communication

ViewSonic Education

The concept of digital signage in schools is becoming more necessary as educators and academic leaders grow increasingly aware of its numerous potential benefits. Not only does it offer a convenient and flexible way to share information with students and teachers, having the right tools also allows for organized multimedia broadcasting that gives a welcoming feel to any school.

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How to Make the Most of Google Workspace for Education’s Features

EdTech Magazine

There have been significant changes and advances made to Google Workspace over the past three years. Google is always adding products and features to its platform, and IT administrators may not be aware of the new capabilities at their fingertips. Educators and IT leaders must keep up with these advancements to make the most of what Google Workspace has to offer.

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How Our “Seeds for the Future” Inspired Community Collaboration for Sustainability

Digital Promise

The post How Our “Seeds for the Future” Inspired Community Collaboration for Sustainability appeared first on Digital Promise.

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Enhancing Higher Education with Generative AI: A Responsible Guide

Generative AI holds tremendous promise for all stakeholders in higher education. But guardrails are needed. Strong governance that empower instructors are at the core of a responsible approach to using generative AI in academia.

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Hour of Code Dec. 5th-11th

Ask a Tech Teacher

Set aside December 5-11th, 2022 for the hugely-popular Hour of code. This is a week of activities dedicated to inspiring kids to learn/love coding. This year: 1,536,702,210 will participate. 180+ countries. 44,941 events . What is it. Hour of Code is a one-hour introduction to students on coding, programming, and why they should love it, designed to demystify that mystical geeky subject that confounds students and teachers alike and show that anyone can learn the basics to be a maker, a creator,

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What Is an All-in-One LED Display?

ViewSonic Education

Wondering what an all-in-one LED display is? Simply put, it’s a large format display, with all components housed within a unique device. Among professionals, video walls are well known for their complexity of installation and operation, but this new type of video wall smoothly addresses such issues by offering an integrated display solution that is easy to set up, use, and manage, while delivering advanced visual performance in any setting.

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Product Review: Verkada’s CD62-E Camera Offers Easy Setup and Powerful Analytics

EdTech Magazine

As more schools explore Video over IP cameras, IT departments like mine at the Metropolitan School District of Steuben County in Angola, Ind., are joining the effort to boost physical security at our schools. When testing IP cameras for my district, I looked for a device that would be easy for our small team to set up and manage. I had the Verkada CD62-E network surveillance camera up and running in less than 20 minutes.

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How Gaming Creates Opportunities for Learning That Endures

Edsurge

Mimi Ito is a cultural anthropologist and learning scientist at UC Irvine. She’s been sharing her observations with EdSurge readers for nearly a decade now, reflecting on young people’s interest-driven and playful engagements as they relate to education. If you can embed skill development within a genuinely motivating social set of rewards, learning is deeper and more enduring.

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Enhancing School Device Management for Improved Learning

Schools face increasing challenges as technology becomes integral to education. Efficient device management is essential for maximizing technology use and safeguarding investments. Our article discusses the importance of tracking devices, outlines current challenges, and suggests modern solutions that go beyond traditional methods like Excel. Learn how advanced tracking systems can streamline operations, improve maintenance, and offer real-time updates for better resource allocation.

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Parents as Educators

Ask a Tech Teacher

When I grew up, teachers ran the classroom and parents stepped back, but a lot has changed in thirty years. COVID hit schools hard, closing them down and forcing parents to become teachers. Most schools are again open, but parents found that their children learn better when education is a three-legged stool: Parents, teachers, and kids. Ask a Tech Teacher contributor, Drew Allen, is an active working parent with some ideas on the new reality of parents-as-educators: Managing Your Kids Needs as E

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What Is an All-in-One LED Display?

ViewSonic Education

Wondering what an all-in-one LED display is? Simply put, it’s a large format display, with all components housed within a unique device. Among professionals, video walls are well known for their complexity of installation and operation, but this new type of video wall smoothly addresses such issues by offering an integrated display solution that is easy to set up, use, and manage, while delivering advanced visual performance in any setting.

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What Is Leadership’s Role in Professional Development?

EdTech Magazine

When it comes to professional development in K–12 education, technology-focused PD sometimes gets deprioritized or even forgotten in favor of curriculum-focused development. To maximize the benefits educators are receiving when it comes to PD, school leaders should look for ways to combine tech and curriculum development. For example, instead of going through two separate trainings for Microsoft tools and reading fluency, a school could offer one training focused on improving reading fluency usi

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Most School Districts Still Lack Data-Privacy Personnel

Edsurge

Only a few years ago, before the pandemic, finding a school district with a dedicated leadership position focused on data privacy was like spotting a “unicorn”—something so rare it was practically mythical. Districts might have been theoretically interested in hiring a Chief Privacy Officer whose job is to keep student data from being abused by doing things like setting up privacy policies, training staff on privacy matters and making sure that data is collected and used safely.

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Meeting the Evolving Financial Needs of K-12 Private Schools

Private and independent schools rely on tuition to provide excellent learning experiences for all students, so it’s important to have a tuition and billing management solution that fits the unique needs of your school and families. Learn how the right technology provides the following benefits: Automated invoicing and PCI-compliant payment processing Integrations into financial aid solutions and student information systems Reporting and analytics to provide up-to-date financial insights Read thi

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How Prioritizing Teachers’ Mental Health Directly Affects Student Outcomes

EdNews Daily

By Nadine Levitt We have to talk about the elephant in the room. Our teachers are tired. They are running on fumes, trying as hard as they can to show up for our kids while covering for staffing gaps as more and more teachers leave the profession. For those of us who have been in the field for a long time, we know to expect the proverbial pendulum swing to a degree.

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New Learning: Characteristics Of An Innovative Classroom

TeachThought - Learn better.

From content to thought, linear learning to spiral learning, and grading to micrograding, here are possible characteristics of an innovative classroom. The post New Learning: Characteristics Of An Innovative Classroom appeared first on TeachThought.

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CITE 2022: Shared Interests Unite the California K–12 IT Community

EdTech Magazine

After years of increasing cyberattacks and staff shortages, worries about the future and feelings of burnout lately have resonated within the K–12 community. Attendees at the 2022 California IT in Education conference were not strangers to these emotions, but these ed tech leaders celebrated the opportunity to reconnect with their peers following the difficulties of the past few years.

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An Early Childhood Director Fears the Worst for the Field — And Wonders If Anyone Will Save It

Edsurge

Ongoing staffing shortages in the field of early childhood education have amounted to a five-alarm fire. In surveys , news stories , anecdotes and just about any other source of information on the sector, early care and education providers say they are in crisis, pointing to a dearth of qualified educators that many attribute to low compensation. Without sufficient staff, programs are not able to operate at full capacity, nor deliver the highest-quality care and education to the children they se

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Quickly Create Personalized Learning Experiences that Work

How can we actively engage learners 24/7, on their level and according to their interests, while respecting their learning styles? It’s not impossible. In this guide: Explore how to transform traditional, one-way videos into two-way interactive learning experiences Understand different types of artificial intelligence (AI), including - Generative vs.

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NASA’s latest mission can fuel STEM engagement

eSchool News

STEM education is in crisis in the United States. It’s predicted there will be 3.5 million STEM jobs in the U.S. by 2025 –incredible news if not for the fact experts believe at least 2 million of those jobs will go unfilled. However, the excitement of our nation’s return to the moon could help resolve this. NASA’s Artemis mission just launched its first of three rockets after several months of delays.

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Google Classroom Send High Fives

Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler

Want an easy way to celebrate student success in Google Classroom? Google Classroom Send High Fives is possible when you use Schoolytics. The post Google Classroom Send High Fives appeared first on Teacher Tech.

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PROOF POINTS: Does growth mindset matter? The debate heats up

The Hechinger Report

Two meta-analyses on growth mindset were published online in the fall of 2022 in the journal Psychological Bulletin and arrived at opposite conclusions about one of the most popular ideas in education. Credit: Getty Images. In the last 15 years, millions of dollars have been invested in training students to have a “growth mindset,” the belief that anyone’s intelligence can improve through hard work.

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