June, 2024

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Top 6 Instructional Strategies for Math

Accelerate Learning

Effective math strategies deepen students' understanding and enthusiasm for mathematics. These strategies not only boost student engagement but also enhance learning outcomes, providing teachers with the tools to deliver more effective education. In this blog, you will learn: The importance of using proven instructional methods in math. How these techniques can transform the approach to teaching math.

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World Environment Day: Living Responsibly with Nature

Ask a Tech Teacher

World Environment Day , celebrated annually on June 5th, is designed for encouraging awareness and action for the protection of our environment. Established in 1972 by the United Nations General Assembly and first held in 1974, it has grown with participation from over 143 countries. Significance World Environment Day serves as a reminder of our collective responsibility to protect and preserve the environment.

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AI Might Save Teachers Time. But What Is the Cost?

ED Surge

As an educator reading headline after headline about AI in education, it’s hard to not get lost in an existential tailspin to the tune of Billie Eilish’s “What was I made for?” (if AI can do all of this.) Integrating generative AI into education is complex. The field of AI is the Wild West right now — we’re working it out as we go. As an assistant professor of edtech, I often think about the implications of AI on teaching and learning, especially as I experiment with implementing various practic

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Autumn Resource Planner: Amazing Apprenticeships

All About STEM

Amazing Apprenticeships has produced a schedule of events and campaigns for the autumn term aligned with useful resources. This invaluable planner can enhance school career guidance and engage students, staff, parents and carers in apprenticeships.

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Can Brain Science Actually Help Make Your Training & Teaching Stick?

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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Advice To First Timers at #ISTE24 or #CSTA2024

Computer Science Teacher

Summer conference season is coming up. ISTE starts this weekend (without me) and CSTA (with me) is in July. Over the years I have been to scores of conferences and I have learned a few things. I thought I might share some of them. Comfortable shoes. If you are a teacher this should be a no brainer. You'll be on your feet a lot. Plan your day in advance but leave sessions early if they don't match your needs or expectations.

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Overview of Instructional Materials Review and Approval (IMRA) and House Bill 1605

Accelerate Learning

Confused about IMRA? Learn about Instructional Materials Review and Approval (IMRA) and House Bill 1605 and its impact on educational resources.

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How to Explain Cybersecurity for Children

Ask a Tech Teacher

It is important for children to know how to be safe while navigating the digital landscape. It’s easy when teachers present cybersecurity topics properly. Here are ideas from the Ask a Tech Teacher team: How to Explain Cybersecurity for Children Cybersecurity plays a crucial role in our daily lives and will continue to gain importance. Educators can prepare students to protect themselves online.

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Latest AI Announcements Mean Another Big Adjustment for Educators

ED Surge

Tech giants Google, Microsoft and OpenAI have unintentionally assigned educators around the world major homework for the summer: Adjusting their assignments and teaching methods to adapt to a fresh batch of AI features that students will enter classrooms with in the fall. Educators at both schools and colleges were already struggling to keep up with ChatGPT and other AI tools during this academic year, but a fresh round of announcements last month by major AI companies may require even greater a

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School & College Webinar: Planning for National Apprenticeship Week 2025

All About STEM

National Apprenticeship Week is an opportunity for the education and skills sector to celebrate the achievements of apprentices around the country and the positive impact they make. The annual week-long celebration aims to showcase and celebrate apprentices, employers and training providers.

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Harnessing The Power Of Math Manipulatives

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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How Podcasts in the Classroom Can Power Up Learning

Teach Hub

If you’re looking for a new and exciting way to engage learners while enhancing their learning experience, then consider incorporating a podcast. This dynamic and easily accessible tool is revolutionizing classrooms everywhere. Whether you’re a veteran teacher or just beginning your career, integrating podcasts into your lessons can enhance your student’s learning experience.

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Tips for Finishing the School Year Mindfully

Middle Web

A week into summer break, teacher Michelle Russell looks back at how she adjusted the last weeks of class to lower her stress and make sure she would face less stress in the fall. Included: imposing order on packing away supplies and making time to check in with kids. The post Tips for Finishing the School Year Mindfully first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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Boxlight Unveils Next-Gen Solutions for Campus Communication and Interactive Learning at ISTELive 24

Box Light

At Boxlight, we know that modern schools face unique challenges, and our goal is to provide tech that’s easy to integrate and use. This year, we’re thrilled to showcase our latest solutions, including FrontRow Unity , TimeSign , and Xploris at ISTELive 24 in Denver, CO from June 24-26.

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How to Teach Financial Literacy Using Real-World Examples

Ask a Tech Teacher

Teaching financial literacy to teens can be made more effective and engaging by using real-world examples, such as interactive apps and hands-on activities like budgeting classroom dollars or planning events within a fixed budget. For instance, when I was younger, my parents set up a “family bank” where I earned interest on my allowance, helping me understand the value of saving and managing money from an early age.

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Downloadable Design Briefs for an Integrative STEM Curriculum

These easy-to-use design briefs outline student objectives, challenges, and materials needed to complete each 30-minute to 4-hour lesson. ITEEA’s Integrative STEM curriculum, Engineering byDesign, includes many more standards driven hands-on activities just like these!

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When Teaching Students Math, Concepts Matter More Than Process

ED Surge

As a mathematics education researcher, I study how math instruction impacts students' learning, from following standard math procedures to understanding mathematical concepts. Focusing on the latter, conceptual understanding often involves understanding the “why” of a mathematical concept ; it’s the reasoning behind the math rather than the how or the steps it takes to get to an answer.

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Insect Week: KS2 Online Insect Quiz

All About STEM

Celebrate Insect Week in school with a free 30-minute quiz from STEM Ambassadors London! You and your class (7-11) can hop online to meet a STEM Ambassador who will host a fun quiz on insect facts and knowledge. “The quiz will feature 10 questions based on the theme of Insects that require pupils to use their knowledge and skills to answer.

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The Engineering Design Process vs. The 5E Model

STEM Education Works

Introduction As STEM education becomes increasingly more prevalent, so will the abundance of systematic approaches. What follows is a whirlwind of trial and error; methodologies are piloted, explored, promoted, rejected, etc. Currently, two methodologies have been at the forefront of my own exploration, and these have become the basis for which I design our STEM curriculum: The Engineering Design Process (EDP) and the 5E Instructional Model.

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Growing Professionally This Summer & Next Year

Middle Web

Taking time to reflect on current practices and explore fresh ideas can be invigorating for educators and provide students with new opportunities. Teacher leader Kasey Short shares ways we can plan for informal professional learning this summer and during the school year. The post Growing Professionally This Summer & Next Year first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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5 Insights from Social Scientists for Thriving Learning Communities

Defined Learning

Endlessly fascinated by us humans and what makes us flourish, I’m always looking to leading social scientists for insights and strategies to help us (kids and adults) thrive. Recently, I had a chance to interview amazing thought leaders for my podcast and I’m here to share some of their best wisdom with you!

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Incorporating Monthly Giving Projects into STEM Curriculum: Inspiring the Next Generation of Philanthropists

Ask a Tech Teacher

Adding monthly giving projects to STEM classes helps students learn important skills like problem-solving and teamwork while also teaching them to care about their communities. For example, my class once built a website to raise funds for a local animal shelter, which taught us web development and the value of helping others. Sound interesting? The Ask a Tech Teacher team has ideas on how to incorporate giving into your STEM curriculum: Incorporating Monthly Giving Projects into STEM Curriculum:

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Should College Become Part of High School?

ED Surge

Last year, when Jayla Arensberg was a sophomore at Burnsville High School near St. Paul, Minnesota, a teacher showed her a flier saying that a program at the school could save her $25,000 on college. “I said, ‘I really need that,’” the student remembers. She was interested in college, but worried that the cost could keep her from pursuing higher education.

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Games in the Liverpool City Region – Online Parent & Carer Information Session

All About STEM

Date: Tuesday 2 July 2024 Following on from the success of our Experience of the Workplace events, teachers and parents/carers can join our Liverpool City Region GameChangers to find out more about exciting opportunities in the games industry – right on our doorstep.

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Reimagining Student Engagement: Embracing EdTech Advancements

Box Light

Student engagement remains a critical aspect of effective education, especially post-COVID-19 where many students struggle with reaching grade-level goals and expectations. Teachers are finding that fostering and maintaining student engagement is a formidable challenge. Let's explore why student engagement is vital, how COVID-19 has affected teachers and students, and the pivotal role technology plays in improving it.

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Mental Time Travel for Student Well-Being

Middle Web

If we can teach kids to think about their futures with more specificity and positivity, then we can have a significant impact on not only their self-image but their well-being – critical work in our anxiety-ridden, social media-saturated times, writes teacher leader Stephanie Farley. The post Mental Time Travel for Student Well-Being first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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Team Building STEM Activities and Challenges

Carly and Adam

Building a strong, cohesive team is essential for successful collaboration, problem-solving, and innovation. Team building STEM activities offer students opportunities to develop these skills through engaging, hands-on challenges. Here are ten STEM centers that provide fun and educational team-building experiences: 10 Team Building STEM Activities and Challenges Span the Gap Block Masterpiece Piece by Piece Tower of Power Marble Madness Mission Safe Ground Domino Dynamics Save Sam Maze Craze Pre

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How Virtual Information Sessions Are Changing K-12 Education

Ask a Tech Teacher

Virtual information sessions are reshaping K-12 education. How? For starters–making it more inclusive, effective, and dynamic. Read on for more ideas from the Ask a Tech Teacher team: How Virtual Information Sessions Are Changing K-12 Education K-12 education is undergoing a digital revolution. Schools across the USA are embracing virtual information sessions to enhance learning experiences and streamline communication.

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How Schools Can Better Support Military Children and Families

ED Surge

While summer is the busiest time of year for military families to transition to their next duty station, throughout the school year, they move from state to state, and sometimes even across the world. Even after 16 years of being married to the military, my family learned that my husband would be moving in an unaccompanied permanent change of station for a year overseas.

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Get Results Day Ready!

All About STEM

Amazing Apprenticeships has released a new resource collection to help students explore their options. There are so many opportunities available! If your learners are considering technical qualifications, T Levels, HTQs, further education or apprenticeships, they can find answers to their questions with a click. What are my options? What’s an apprenticeship?

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MimioPro G Wins Education Hardware Innovation Award

Box Light

In the modern classroom of digital natives, capturing their attention and fostering engagement are key challenges for educators. The MimioPro G interactive display addresses these challenges head-on by seamlessly integrating with an extensive suite of educational tools while offering unique benefits that set it apart from other displays. Its advanced features earned an Education Hardware Innovation Award in the 2024 EdTech Breakthrough Awards Program.