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JULY 29, 2022

Faced with these daunting realities, it’s understandable that school and district leaders might put deep investment in students’ physical and mental health on the back burner. Children’s Health Is Crucial to Closing the Achievement Gap Student wellbeing—including physical and mental health—is deeply intertwined with learning outcomes.

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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. Their impact can be immediate and visible.

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NOVEMBER 3, 2024

Through their systematic observations and logical deductions, they established the foundations of mathematics, astronomy, physics, and medicine that we still build upon today. Their mathematical achievements were not just practical but also deeply abstract, contributing to the development of logical reasoning.

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JANUARY 30, 2025

Literacy Read Rosemary Wells acclaimed book, Emilys First 100 Days of School about the daily achievements of grade schoolers for their first 100 days. Another indoor physical activity is walking 100 steps and measuring where you end up. Then, have everyone copy their information to a digital magazine and share it with everyone.

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ED Surge

MARCH 28, 2022

Schools are confronting vast achievement gaps among students and an exhausted teaching force. So many bright educators love teaching and love kids, but they're physically and emotionally exhausted. Some say it’s time to finally commit to scalable personalized learning. We have to use technology to relieve some of that exhaustion.”

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Watching others — white men, in particular — get the same opportunity after achieving less than me made me not only question my ability but also further reinforced the role the system wants me to uphold. Does anyone see past my physical appearance? Unfortunately, it was not enough, and I would lose the race by a very slim margin.

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MAY 29, 2024

Effective time management will not only lead to success in achieving your goals, but also help you maintain your mental well-being. However, unfortunately, we usually can’t achieve this because of not having enough time or not organizing our schedules properly. So, let’s learn more about it from the Ask a Tech Teacher team.

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JULY 24, 2024

Now, a framework for the unit can be established by the teacher, digital resources shared, and students can work to their level with assessment based on authentic achievements rather than a subjective line in the pedagogical sand that defines ‘grade-level expectations’. The best news is, it’s sustainable.

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Breaking down larger goals into smaller milestones can make them more manageable and give you a sense of accomplishment as you achieve each one. Setting short-term rewards for achieving study goals can keep you motivated. Mindfulness, deep breathing exercises, and regular physical activity can help maintain mental well-being.

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ED Surge

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Research indicates that educator wellness directly affects education quality , student achievement and school climate. It’s an active process toward achieving a positive state of good health and enhanced physical, mental, emotional and social well-being — four dimensions. Start with your physical wellness.

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FEBRUARY 19, 2024

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). Looking for resources for your students?

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AUGUST 24, 2020

The latter measures student achievement of a particular set of lesson knowledge while the former measures student achievement of the broader class goals. They help you identify your goals and the resources required to achieve them and then measure progress toward their completion. Classroom applications.

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MARCH 17, 2023

But today, women in STEM are breaking barriers, shattering glass ceilings, and achieving incredible accomplishments that are changing the world. From molecular biology to nuclear physics, women scientists are making significant contributions to our understanding of the universe, and it's about time we celebrate their achievements.

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ED Surge

MARCH 18, 2024

For instance, it may be beneficial for educators to think of their students in terms of a modified version of Bartle’s gamer types: Hunter, Socializer, Explorer and Achiever. The Achiever aims to earn badges and showcase accomplishments. The hunters and achievers enjoyed the game and even stayed after class to keep playing.

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FEBRUARY 5, 2024

These digital spaces allow students to work together, share ideas, and collaborate on projects regardless of their physical location. Providing regular feedback to students on their progress and achievements reinforces their sense of purpose and motivates them to stay engaged.

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Research shows that excessive homework leads to increased stress, physical health problems and a lack of balance in students' lives. Indeed, a meta-analysis of research on this issue found a correlation between homework and achievement. Does homework cause achievement or do high achievers do more homework?

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JULY 23, 2022

I am quite fond of facilitating physical computing activities with my learners as I’ve discussed in Scratch and Makey Makey Across the Curriculum . For that post I created the following graphic to represent the benefits of physical computing. micro:bit Activities.

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JUNE 20, 2023

Furthermore, spending too much time indoors with electronic devices can potentially lead to physical health problems such as obesity, eye strain, or posture issues due to insufficient physical activity and outdoor play. The challenge is achieving this balance during evenings and weekends when routines may differ.

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JANUARY 28, 2022

It’s fascinating that today’s game playing youth want a set of rules they must beat, parameters they must meet, levels (read: standards) they must achieve, and a Big Goal (think: graduation) they can only reach after a lot of hard work, intense thinking, and mountains of problems. Which they love.

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FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Literacy Read Rosemary Well’s acclaimed book, Emily’s First 100 Days of School about the daily achievements of grade schoolers for their first 100 days. PE Physical activities during winter often become calisthenics or personal fitness, exercises that can be done indoors or in the gym.

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FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Read Rosemary Well’s acclaimed book, Emily’s First 100 Days of School about the daily achievements of grade schoolers for their first 100 days. Physical activities during winter often become calisthenics or personal fitness, exercises that can be done indoors or in the gym. It’s 54 pages and perfect for ages Pre-K-2.

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JUNE 20, 2019

The one corner of K-12 learning that is not so obvious is PE — Physical Education. In that class, we think of physical stuff — not digital — like running and exercising. Is there a way to use these to encourage physical fitness? After all, the tie-in between physical conditioning and learning is well-accepted.

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ED Surge

APRIL 19, 2024

Think Like a Scientist The lessons focus on chemistry and physics, two “gatekeeper” subjects that are typically seen as more difficult, Schneider says. They also set up a randomized controlled trial, which is designed to measure whether the intervention worked and changed science learning and achievement, Schneider says.

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JULY 10, 2023

At a time hallmarked by record- low student achievement , efforts to fortify our nation’s schools with physical protection measures and active shooter drills have backfired. Decades of science confirm that students do not learn when they do not feel safe. It’s that simple. Did you know that 95 percent of U.S. Start with relationships.

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AUGUST 1, 2022

I took Calculus I, II, and III in high school at the local college, and when I enrolled at the University of Virginia, my courses included honors chemistry and physics for physics majors—although I did not major in physics. As an achievement-minded young man, I “knew” that my worth was predicated on my grade-point average.

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ED Surge

JUNE 22, 2022

With the pandemic on top of everything, we really started talking about how we maintain this system for scholars and families, while keeping healthy—both physically and mentally—our teachers,” Head of Schools Devon Davis tells EdSurge. Before making the shift, Davis examined available research on four-day school weeks.

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ED Surge

DECEMBER 27, 2021

The content and design of online courses to date has often focused on achieving parity with the in-person experience. In a purely asynchronous format, even that basic goal has not been easily achieved. We need to expand beyond the primarily self-paced and asynchronous approach we have already tried.

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FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Read Rosemary Well’s acclaimed book, Emily’s First 100 Days of School about the daily achievements of grade schoolers for their first 100 days. Physical activities during winter often become calisthenics or personal fitness, exercises that can be done indoors or in the gym. It’s 54 pages and perfect for ages Pre-K-2.

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Especially for students with low achievement, diagnosing what they don't know through various questions is crucial, as students themselves often don't know where they need improvement. This way, teachers can help students achieve the lesson's goals by providing more diverse examples and problem-solving.

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APRIL 1, 2024

Bullying, whether verbal, physical, or cyber, can have devastating effects on a child’s self-esteem and mental well-being, making it essential for parents to remain vigilant and proactive in addressing such issues. By cultivating a growth mindset, you can empower your child to approach challenges with confidence and adaptability.

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ED Surge

MARCH 7, 2022

It still teaches preventive and protective physical and mental health, but the content has broadened to include climate and technology defenses. The mission is still the same: to educate each person to meet human physical and mental needs, including the social skills for keeping families and communities intact. Or, think even bigger.

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JANUARY 17, 2024

The Need for Mindfulness in Schools Modern education often heavily emphasises academic achievement, leaving students stressed, anxious, and overwhelmed. These exercises improve physical fitness and help students connect their mind and body, fostering a sense of well-being.

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MAY 5, 2023

As kids get older, they may be ready for more screen time, but it’s important to set limits and encourage balance with physical activity and face-to-face social interaction. For younger children, educational apps and interactive games that promote learning and motor skills are great options.

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Identify and achieve your DEI goals. People with physical or cognitive challenges have unique and important qualities that help constitute their identities and contribute to their perspectives. Leaders across the education ecosystem recognize the importance of putting achievement within the reach of all students.

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ED Surge

MARCH 6, 2024

Will it diminish or overshadow the other myriad accomplishments they have achieved? For many families, a high school diploma is a huge accomplishment that not everyone has been able to achieve. Even in their physical absence, we create a moment for them because of how important this recognition is.

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ED Surge

JANUARY 3, 2024

These workshops were provided in-person and virtually for parents who could not physically attend. If that means that parents, teachers and schools must work together to become foot soldiers in the journey to student success and academic achievement, then that is what we must do.

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FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Literacy Read Rosemary Well’s acclaimed book, Emily’s First 100 Days of School about the daily achievements of grade schoolers for their first 100 days. Another indoor physical activity is walking 100 steps and measuring where you end up. It’s 54 pages and perfect for ages Pre-K-2.

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