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NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Learning to code through game development is like having a backstage pass to the world of game creation, where kids don’t just play games—they build them! With a little guidance, young coders can learn the basics of programming, all while designing their own worlds, characters, and stories. What if coding could be that fun?

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Construction Creativity Problem Solving Achievement 385

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NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Skills-based credentials are valuable because they state specific skills in which a learner achieved or displayed competence. Just as microcredentials can represent specific job skills, they can also demonstrate durable skills learners gain at any learning institution, setting them apart from other applicants.

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AUGUST 24, 2022

It’s always interesting to find out what new teachers learned in their early teaching that affected their later years. Every teacher has a dream of having a classroom with respectful kids having fun activities and love while learning. There was one thing consistent; learning. However, my first years were not like that.

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Teaching Learning Energy Achievement 476

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JUNE 9, 2023

In this situation, the teacher has made an effort to know each and every student, the math knowledge they bring to the lesson and how that knowledge can be used to advance learning more complex math. The teacher has also set up a classroom that nurtures curiosity and questioning that leads to learning.

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Achievement Math Mathematics Academic Standards 302

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JANUARY 26, 2023

Purpose Driven Learning (or PDL) is a concept coined by Michael Matera and Adam Moreno to summarize the philosophy that each learner’s inner strengths can be unlocked by focusing with purpose and drive. The Goal of PDL In a phrase: … the goal of Purpose Driven Learning is NOT about a curriculum that lasts a year.

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Learning Achievement Gamification Flexibility 369

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FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Carr called attention to the widening gaps between the highest and lowest achievers scores are falling the fastest among students who are struggling the most. The percentage of students who are failing to reach the NAEP basic achievement level is growing larger. Everybody got an abbreviated version of learning. Perez says.

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NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Teachers are exploring how AI can be used to redefine learning experiences, strengthen student-teacher relationships and support students as ethical AI users and creators. Recently, I spoke with several teachers regarding their primary questions and reflections on using AI in teaching and learning.

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NOVEMBER 5, 2024

By engaging students in selecting personalized tools, you empower them to take charge of their learning journey. Understand Individual Needs Understanding the unique needs of each student with special needs is the first step in effectively using technology to support their learning.

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Technology Personalized Learning Artificial Intelligence Equality 430

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DECEMBER 20, 2024

Here’s my list: I will learn one new tech tool a month There are so many. Anything that requires a time commitment to learn and buckets of creativity to use is off the list. They will be encouraged to learn from each other, work together, share knowledge in a collaborative open environment.

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Artificial Intelligence Curriculum Creativity Teaching 434

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NOVEMBER 2, 2024

Dr. Swilley knows that everyone can achieve given the proper assistance and support and uses data to guide her faculty and staff in best practices to improve student outcomes. She upholds the Fairfield Central motto of Griffins Soaring for Greatness: Griffins Believe, Griffins Achieve, and Griffins Succeed.

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MARCH 3, 2025

Early literacy often dominates conversations around foundational learning in todays educational system. A study published in Developmental Psychology found that early math skills at kindergarten entry are among the most significant predictors of later academic achievement , even more so than early reading skills.

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Problem Solving Mathematics Achievement Gamification 171

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JUNE 17, 2024

Cloud security boosts online learning by protecting student data while they share their thoughts and submit their assignments. But in leveling the playing field in terms of providing access to learning resources, they also throw up new concerns from a security perspective. It builds trust so everyone feels safe using the platform.

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NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Social and emotional learning, a near cousin to soft skills, is critical but not necessarily career-related. These organizations and the students who benefit from them can serve as models for what we aim to achieve if we keep the end goal in mind. How does project-based learning support the development of soft skills?

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Communications Critical Thinking Curriculum Problem Solving 330

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DECEMBER 4, 2024

Even though I wasn’t providing direct instruction and students weren't working to achieve that day’s content objective, I felt like I was watching learning happen all around me. In an effort to make sense of what I saw that day, I looked up the definition of play and learning. But I am not saying that this should be every day.

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Curriculum Schooling Argumentation Achievement 311

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JANUARY 10, 2025

For example, instead of saying they took a speech class, they can break down the specific skills they learned or had to use, such as public speaking, critical thinking and research. It also allows learners to pause and restart their learning journey, providing flexibility that traditional pathways often lack.

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Communications Achievement Critical Thinking EdTech 269

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MARCH 18, 2024

Educators often find themselves exploring innovative approaches to enhance student learning, and one particularly creative pathway is integrating games and playfulness into the learning environment. It recognizes the importance of enjoyment, curiosity and exploration in facilitating effective learning experiences.

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FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Heres the sign-up link if the image above doesnt work: [link] The content presented in this blog are the result of creative imagination and not intended for use, reproduction, or incorporation into any artificial intelligence training or machine learning systems without prior written consent from the author. Do you use any I missed?

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Artificial Intelligence Achievement Curriculum Creativity 340

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FEBRUARY 13, 2025

The goal is to inspire the next generation of engineers, showcase the importance of engineering in solving global challenges, and recognize the achievements of engineers and encourage young people to pursue careers in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics). You can find her resources at Structured Learning.

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Engineering Artificial Intelligence Earth science Chemistry 384

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FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Technology can transform traditional classrooms into dynamic learning environments by leveraging exciting tools like virtual reality , AI, and educational apps. In today’s classrooms, technology serves not just as a tool but as an essential part of the learning environment.

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Technology Artificial Intelligence Education Education 319

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FEBRUARY 6, 2024

How to celebrate Here are activities I like that blend learning into the celebration of the 100th Day of School: Geography As a class, come up with two locations in each state, to total 100. jumping jacks, sit-ups, and deep knee bends) to learn the concept that 10 sets of 10 equal 100. It’s 54 pages and perfect for ages Pre-K-2.

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Schooling Learning Geography Artificial Intelligence 394

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MARCH 10, 2025

Americas schools are facing a crisis in reading achievement. According to new research from Project Tomorrow and Thorndike Press from Gale, part of Cengage Group, large print books can improve students reading achievement levels and attitudes toward reading. Dr. Julie A.

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Achievement Physics Accessibility Elementary 271

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NOVEMBER 6, 2024

While I envisioned teaching that challenged students to question and connect their learning to larger social issues, the expectations placed on me as an educator were quite different. I found myself dialing down my teacher self, showing up in ways that neither reflected nor respected my commitment to teaching and learning.

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Schooling Teaching Curriculum Achievement 337

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OCTOBER 2, 2024

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter In this episode you'll learn about a whole school that moved to personalized mastery-based learning and then you'll meet three teachers from around the US who are implementing this in their classrooms. How does this look when a whole school implements it?

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Competency-Based Learning Learning Personalized Learning Student Engagement 277

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JANUARY 8, 2025

28:01] Apple Intelligence: Tools to Transform Teaching Learn how Apples latest AI-powered tools like Math Notes and writing assistants impact the classroom and how we need to change teaching writing. [39:26] 53:00] How to Innovate Like a Turtle Adopt a simple, sustainable approach to innovation with actionable steps for consistent growth.

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Education Education Innovation Achievement 279

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DECEMBER 10, 2024

The district hoped that scrapping honors math classes and eighth grade algebra courses would reduce disparities in math learning in the district. It connects to long-standing inequalities in the education system: Anytime theres an increase in learning diversity, our system segregates, he says.

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Algebra Calculus Math Argumentation 291

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NOVEMBER 25, 2024

We’ll break it down into small, achievable steps, from brainstorming ideas to turning them into something tangible. You can find her resources at Structured Learning. Ready to take that first leap? Let’s begin your journey to becoming a writer. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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Artificial Intelligence Creativity Curriculum Achievement 435

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NOVEMBER 20, 2024

But very quickly, I learned that teaching in a Title I school, where a high percentage of low-income students face significant educational gaps , was far more challenging than I had anticipated. Early Mentorship in Jacksonville As a new teacher in Jacksonville, I faced a steep learning curve.

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Teaching Schooling Education Education 343

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MARCH 12, 2025

I also had teachers who built relationships with us as students, held us to high expectations, and built a joy for learning. No, this is about how challenging it is to deal with the shame of experiencing resignations and how I am learning to cope with moments of failure in leadership. I grew up in a failing public school district.

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Schooling Learning Elementary Achievement 148

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APRIL 20, 2023

For example, teachers serving schools with high levels of student poverty were far more likely to report that their students lacked appropriate remote-learning workspaces free of distractions during the pandemic, according to research from the U.S. Parsing education data into snack-sized servings. Government Accountability Office.

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Equality Schooling Learning Achievement 308

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JUNE 10, 2024

Innovative STEM programming requires a willingness to adopt emerging tools and technologies, as well as methodologies like project-based learning. We saw an opportunity to use Minecraft Education as a project-based learning tool in computer science, which is how Level Up Los Angeles was born.

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UDL Computer Science STEM Learning 321

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APRIL 23, 2024

It is imperative for educators to be aware of the essence of motivation in education in order to create a stimulating environment where students can learn and develop. Through understanding motivation, educators will discover various sophisticated techniques to attract attention and instill a love for learning among students for life.

Artificial Intelligence 435

Artificial Intelligence Achievement Curriculum Construction 435

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OCTOBER 1, 2022

A few years ago, it seemed like social-emotional learning was rocketing into the mainstream. Many schools were adopting social-emotional learning programs and frameworks, weaving practices that support social and emotional development into various parts of the school day and reporting material improvements in student behavior and outcomes.

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FEBRUARY 19, 2025

” Learning and Instruction (2018). Her research focuses on improving the quality of mathematics teaching and learning through innovative curricular materials and professional development. Of particular interest to her is the impact professional development has on both curricular implementation and student mathematics achievement.

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Math Mathematics Innovation Achievement 208

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OCTOBER 16, 2024

Compared to what I experienced myself and have learned from colleagues and ex-classmates in consulting, finance and tech industries, it feels like this lack of opportunity for career progression within K-12 education disincentivizes a talented, driven and diverse workforce, which in turn inhibits the long term success of the education system.

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Teaching Schooling Publication Finance 334

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DECEMBER 18, 2024

For many teachers, the last four years have been a relentless cycle of adapting to new learning models, navigating new curriculum mandates, supporting students mental health and adjusting to heightened accountability measures. Purpose, Ive learned, is to honor the complexities of our experiences and create space for healing and growth.

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Education Education Publication Teaching 297

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OCTOBER 30, 2024

I have come to find solace here; yes, these are part of my identity, which I hold dear to my heart — but as I have grown older, I have learned that few people ever see beyond them, including those who I call colleagues and peers in this education system. Needless to say, I was not prepared for the unrealized stress.

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Schooling Math Teaching Achievement 317

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Last fall, nearly six and a half years after my SMART board was fixed, I started a new job and became a deeper learning coordinator, leading the implementation and creation of an edtech ecosystem for the entire Reynoldsburg school district. My district's purchase of a new blended learning software followed the same formula.

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EdTech Learning Blended Learning Technology 363