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This Is Your Brain on Math: The Science Behind Culturally Responsive Instruction

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Brain science research is increasingly bolstering the idea that math instruction rooted in culturally relevant problem-solving helps students draw from their lived experiences and activates distinct areas of the brain, producing durable and deep learning.

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7 Authentic Assessment Tools

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that students have connected lessons to other learning and applied it to their lives. that students take responsibility for their learning by embracing deep learning. that students think creatively with their new information. that lessons are scalable and dependent upon each child’s learning style.

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Educators Have Some Pointed Advice For Tech Companies Building the Metaverse

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That's not what real learning is about. Real learning is deep learning, not superficial learning. I think the opportunities for deep learning are endless. We want it to be equitable—so it's accessible by all kids and not just kids who can afford it. And it's more than just reading and math.

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The 8 Elements of Critical Thinking

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Critical thinking and creativity depend on the three more advanced parts of cognitive complexity: analyzing, evaluating, and creating" (p. Critical questions are precursors of deep learning. Critical thinkers do not ask questions for the sake of questions but to spark learning and discovery.

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Teacher PD: Purposeful Tinkering and Application

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As a preface to this post, my belief is that deep learning does not occur through sit and get. Deep learning occurs through experiential, authentic, interactive, collaborative instructional processes. Tinkering With Instructional Materials.

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Infusing Games in Learning: Key Advantages

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Imagine if this level of passion and excitement can be diverted into learning!! Games have the potential to engage students in deep learning. Research has identified games as extremely powerful tools for modern-day teaching, learning, and assessments. You must have as a lot of people play digital games.

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Simulations: Experiential Learning Tools

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Simulations as Learning Tools. Instructional simulations have the potential to engage students in deep learning. Deep learning empowers understanding as opposed to surface learning which deals with memorization. develops critical thinking, imagination, and creativity. As a result the user: .