ED Surge

AUGUST 1, 2024

Many teachers and professors are spending time this summer experimenting with AI tools to help them prepare slide presentations, craft tests and homework questions, and more. That’s in part because of a huge batch of new tools and updated features that incorporate ChatGPT, which companies have released in recent weeks. As more instructors experiment with using generative AI to make teaching materials, an important question bubbles up.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 30, 2024

8 Crucial Steps for University Admission Success for High School Students Applying for university is a significant milestone for high school students. The process can be daunting, but with the right steps, it can lead to a successful admission. Here are eight crucial steps to help high school students navigate the university admission process effectively. 1.

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All About STEM

AUGUST 2, 2024

The ASK brochure showcases free apprenticeship workshops and assemblies available to schools and colleges. Click to take a look – the 2024/25 brochure is coming soon! ASK offers a range of activities for KS4 and KS5 students and alongside current opportunities listed in the brochure, a new programme has been introduced – The Development School Programme.

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Accelerate Learning

JULY 30, 2024

There is quite a bit of uncertainty out there about the newly established Instructional Materials Review and Approval (IMRA) process and its impact on Texas schools. Educators know that whichever curriculum they select needs to meet TEKs and ELPS standards, but will it meet their teaching needs and the unique needs of their students? In brief, IMRA is the result of House Bill 1605 (HB 1605), legislation that aims to provide learners with the best resources for their classrooms.

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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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ED Surge

JULY 31, 2024

Recently, I found myself in Barnes and Noble, captivated by a "Read with Pride" display in the Young Adult section. Holding several new books, I was transported back to my high school years, a time before smartphones and social media, when I would cautiously approach the gay and lesbian section of my local bookstore. Each visit was an anxious yet defiant act of self-discovery as I sought validation and visibility in the pages of books that I curated for myself.

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All About STEM

JULY 30, 2024

Does your family have Olympic fever? Visit our Pinterest boards for recommended Olympic activities and party ideas! Try making crystal or LEGO Olympic rings, edible gold medals or print your own Olympic t-shirt. There are garden games, delicious Olympic-themed treats and activity printables. We can’t wait for the Paralympics to start in August so they’re included too with more to come!

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Teach Hub

AUGUST 1, 2024

As you gear up for another exciting year of learning and fun it’s always a good idea to have a few tricks up your sleeve to help you through the school year. Whether you’ve been teaching for a while or are new to the classroom, having these teacher hacks in your back pocket will help you stay organized, manage your classroom, and integrate technology seamlessly into your classroom.

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ED Surge

JULY 31, 2024

Last week, 2U, a pioneer of the so-called Online Program Management (OPM) model for helping colleges run online degree programs, announced that it filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy with a “prepackaged” deal arising from prior negotiation with creditors. The company was an edtech “unicorn” at its height — worth billions — and characterized as a “giant” in the space.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 29, 2024

Here are popular online resources to teach about Economics ( click for updates to this list) 12 Days of Christmas –find the cost and price change of the 12 gifts 60-seconds Adventures in Economics –videos from Open University Banzai –financial literacy (free) online program Basic Economic Terms Basic Economics Jumbled BizKids –games to teach business and finance Business and Profit Millionaire Game Economic Concepts Economic Systems Economic Terms Economic Terms Mini-Quiz Economics Flashcards Ev

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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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All About STEM

JULY 31, 2024

We’re excited that the Olympic and Paralympic season has begun! Get your children outside during the holidays and encourage them to create their own garden games that everyone can play. They can start earning a CREST Award with their ideas so it’s a gold medal opportunity!

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STEM Everyday Podcast

JULY 27, 2024

Amy Ely has been a STEM educator for almost 20 years, building STEM curriculum and classes at multiple schools in metro Detroit. Now at Detroit Catholic Central, she is the Director of STEM and Science Teacher. Amy has over the past 2 years had the opportunity to help plan and open the George and Mary Turek Hall of Science. With tailored programs and state-of-the-art facilities, the new STEM center provides the extra support students need to excel academically and gain valuable skills and experi

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ED Surge

JULY 29, 2024

As a school counselor, Leighanne Mainguy can never be sure what’s in store for her each day. Some days, she arrives at her elementary school to learn that a student is in crisis and needs her full attention; she’ll clear her schedule. Occasionally, a tragedy in the community will leave students and staff shaken, and Mainguy will move swiftly to lend support.

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PCS Edventures

AUGUST 2, 2024

Can you “debug” this code? You didn’t need to be an expert in binary code to solve this problem, but you certainly had to think like a computer scientist! You recognized and predicted a sequence all while practicing essential problem-solving and logical thinking skills. With STEAM, even your youngest learners can excel in computational thinking! PCS Edventures offers engaging and accessible introductions to computational thinking specifically designed for early education and elementary school le

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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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All About STEM

JULY 31, 2024

STEM Learning’s free national online mentoring scheme is designed to help 13-19-year-olds explore their future career options by chatting with STEM professionals. Conversations take place via text-based messaging on a secure & moderated mentoring platform, so mentors & mentees do not need to be online at the same time.

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STEM Discovery Education

JULY 29, 2024

Experiential learning transforms abstract concepts into tangible experiences, fostering a deeper curiosity and understanding for students. Below you’ll find some information about experiential learning, and five tips for successfully creating engaging learning opportunities that captivate students and encourage a lifelong love of discovery. What Is Experiential Learning and Why Is It Important?

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Defined Learning

AUGUST 1, 2024

Transversal skills are universally applicable abilities that remain essential despite the constant evolution of the job market and specific hard skills. Learn about the crucial role of transversal skills and why educational systems are increasingly incorporating them into the curriculum to prepare students for success across various contexts.

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Scientix

AUGUST 2, 2024

CC-BY, Georgia Lascaris Introduction The aim of this 3-month interdisciplinary project was to inspire students in grades 11 and 12 (focusing on girls), to become interested in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) by combining STEM, Space and Environmental Education. Students engaged in a blended learning environment, combining subjects like mathematics, physics, coding, engineering and environmental studies to propose solutions for real-world problems, and as such, promote thei

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All About STEM

AUGUST 1, 2024

After successfully pitching their innovative tablet shampoo product, “Pure Drops by Radiance”, to Unilever judges at our Celebration & Assessment Event in March, the winners of the Unilever Inspire Programme for 2023/2024 from Bishop’s Blue Coat, Chester, celebrated with a visit to Unilever Port Sunlight in July.

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Middle Web

JULY 30, 2024

We know group work can help middle schoolers learn, but what about their concerns? Who does what? How do they meet outside of class? How will they be graded? Laurie Hornik details four ways teachers can amplify the positive effects of group work and minimize the negative ones. The post 4 Tips to Support Group Work in Middle School first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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STEM Everyday Podcast

AUGUST 2, 2024

Ed Charlwood has been a Design & Technology teacher in the UK for over 20 years. He also just published the book Mastering Tinkercad to help kids better understand one of the simplest CAD programs. As an instructor and helper of educators, Ed has a mission to empower students with power CAD tools so they can solve real problems. Specifically: Design is a superpower CAD is a tool in a superheroes belt.

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Box Light

JULY 30, 2024

The Boxlight development team is excited to share a new release of our popular MimioStudio interactive display software, available now. This update introduces a new startup window and file sharing community for our users and grants access to our latest MyClass software.

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All About STEM

AUGUST 2, 2024

Liverpool City Region Careers Hub invites secondary schools and further education colleges to join the Student Careers Champions Programme. The Programme is designed to help 11-19 year olds develop their understanding of the local labour market, through relevant, engaging, and informal learning.

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Middle Web

AUGUST 1, 2024

Ignacio Lopez writes that effective school leaders must possess five elements of emotional intelligence: self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy and social skills. All five must be used to implement decisions reached with disparate input and centered on students. The post Use Emotional IQ Skills to Navigate Turbulence first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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STEM Minds

JULY 27, 2024

STEM Minds had the pleasure of showcasing at the recent Electronic Vehicle Showcase held in Aurora, displaying the engaging STEM programs that are available. Partnering with the Town of Aurora, the booth included an array of interactive activities, mirroring the exciting programs offered in the after-school sessions, weekend workshops, and summer camps.

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Box Light

JULY 30, 2024

The Boxlight development team is excited to share a new release of our popular OKTOPUS interactive presentation software, available now. This update introduces a new startup window, user experience improvements, and integration with Boxlight's NEW MyClass software!

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STEM for Kids

AUGUST 2, 2024

Raleigh, North Carolina USA 8/2/2024 STEM For Kids is excited to announce the release of the August STEM Calendar, a unique educational resource designed to highlight significant historic events in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). From Zoo Awareness Day to Composites Week, the Calendar offers a unique opportunity to explore, learn, and engage with the wonders of STEM.

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Middle Web

JULY 28, 2024

All students need excellent instruction every year of their school experience to reach their potential, writes principal coach Matt Renwick. That’s why an instructional framework is so important for a building team to select or develop and for a faculty to commit to as a school. The post Instructional Frameworks for Schoolwide Success first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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Scientix

AUGUST 2, 2024

CC-BY, Unsplash Introduction Endangered ecosystems, including air, water, soil and forests, are threatened by human consumerism. In Armenia, rich in minerals but grappling with environmental pollution from mining, these issues are especially prominent. Pollution causes water contamination, deforestation, and loss of biodiversity. Efforts to protect and restore resources are underway, such as establishing reserves and the “Red Data Book” of plants.

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