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

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As the math educator in residence at Just Equations, a nonprofit focused on the intersection of math and equity, I research math education and I think a lot about my years in the classroom. In one of the lessons , students accessed the Agriculture Department’s Food Access Research Atlas to locate food deserts in their city.

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AI In Education - The Impact of ChatGPT in the Classroom

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ChatGPT, a language model that uses deep learning techniques to generate human-like responses, has garnered significant attention for its potential applications in education. Its ability to support personalized learning experiences, facilitate research and knowledge acquisition, and automate testing and assessment.

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Closing the Reading Gap with Effective, Brain-Based Reading Instruction

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Moats details in Teaching Reading Is Rocket Science , many teachers—the stakeholders who have the single greatest impact on student learning—are not equipped or trained to teach reading in the way current research shows is the most effective. Research shows that, to be effective, professional learning must be comprehensive and ongoing.

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Educators Have Some Pointed Advice For Tech Companies Building the Metaverse

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A lot of us who study what we call the science of learning have been very, very interested in the quick rise in technological alternatives for young children. But quite often they're introduced so fast and come on the market so quickly, that by the time we do our research already, it's [too late because what we studied is already outdated].

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What is the 21st Century Lesson Plan?

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Students use habits of mind like critical thinking, deep learning, and evidence-based decisions to decide on the right answers. Every time the lesson plan calls for an online tool or research using a search engine or a YouTube video, teachers review/remind/teach how to visit the online neighborhood safely.

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To Make Assignments More Meaningful, I’m Giving Students a More Authentic Audience

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While looking for research and ideas for how to make a change, a close friend of mine recommended a talk by Larry McEnerney, who served as director of the writing program at the University of Chicago for 30 years, about the craft of effective writing. and “Is this the most meaningful assignment I can offer?”

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How can intelligent systems revolutionise healthcare?

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Responsible AI research and development can lead to advancements in various fields, including transportation, education and sustainability.” The iSMART Lab plays a crucial role in driving responsible AI research and development,” says Narges. What challenges does this research pose?