ED Surge

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

When a public school system in the San Francisco Bay Area explored replacing traditional grading practices with a form of “standards-based grading system” meant to eliminate bias, it sparked widespread opposition from parents. They signed petitions and showed up in force at school board meetings to rail against the changes. The proposal, which leaders of the Dublin Unified School District began testing with a cohort of teachers last year, was pitched as a way to shift emphasis from winning point

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All About STEM

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

STEM Ambassadors are invited to take part in a 30-minute session to find out more about getting involved with I’m a Scientist. I’m a Scientist is a student-led learning experience engaging school students with people working in STEM. Students connect with a diverse range of scientists from different specialisms and backgrounds. It all happens online and students taking part can explore a range of.

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Middle Web

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Donnie Piercey's 50 Strategies for Integrating AI offers a comprehensive guide for educators ready to harness the potential of AI. Piercey includes a wide range of practical strategies and insights to enrich the learning experience for K-12 students, writes Kathie Palmieri. The post Strategies to Integrate AI into Every Classroom first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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All About STEM

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Year 12 Nuffield Research Placements and Experiences are open for applications! Don’t miss out, take a look at our collection of student feedback and apply via the links below. Nuffield Research Placements & Experiences are a fantastic opportunity for students to apply knowledge and skills learned at school and work alongside industry professionals.

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Speaker: Andrew Cohen, Founder & CEO of Brainscape

The instructor’s PPT slides are brilliant. You’ve splurged on the expensive interactive courseware. Student engagement is stellar. So… why are half of your students still forgetting everything they learned in just a matter of weeks? It's likely a matter of cognitive science! With so much material to "teach" these days, we often forget to incorporate key proven principles into our curricula — namely active recall, metacognition, spaced repetition, and interleaving practice.

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Box Light

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

December 2nd is National Special Education Day and it holds a special place in the hearts of educators and advocates alike. On this day in 1975, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) was signed into law, reaffirming the importance of inclusive education for students with special needs. As we commemorate this occasion, it's an opportune time to delve into its history, grasp its significance, and explore how technology, such as interactive displays and learning apps, plays a pivot

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Online Math for All

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Mixture Problems - Concept - Solved Problems

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All About STEM

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

CREST Awards projects are fantastic for learners aged 5 to 19! When completing a CREST Award, students can take on the roles of scientists, researchers, engineers and designers to pursue their own ideas. CREST offers comprehensive Getting Started Guides for educators interested in running CREST in school along with the support of the CREST Help Centre.

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Online Math for All

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Mixture Problems Worksheet

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All About STEM

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

If you’re looking to advise your teens about career options, Amazing Apprenticeships offer monthly downloadable information booklets for parents or carers. The November Parent Pack includes Higher and Degree apprenticeship vacancy listings, details on Higher Technical Qualifications and articles focussing on engineering in preparation for Tomorrow’s Engineers Week and the future of T Levels.

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Mathematics, a subject steeped in abstract concepts, often poses challenges to students, especially those in grades 5-10. But imagine a bridge that transformed this intricate maze into an interactive adventure.

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

In Fairmont, West Virginia, Helen Post-Brown owns and operates an early learning program licensed to serve 160 children. These days, due to staff shortages, she can only accommodate about half that many. A dozen miles down the road, in Bridgeport, five of the 25 classrooms in Jennifer Trippett’s child care center sit dark and empty. Families in the community are desperately awaiting her call for a spot: More than 400 children are on the waitlist.

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