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Can the Metaverse Improve Learning? New Research Finds Some Promise

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A new study co-authored by one of the world’s most prominent researchers on the effectiveness of edtech, Richard Mayer, offers some answers to that question. The researchers guessed that the students watching in VR would report higher enjoyment and higher interest, and that they would do better on tests of the material as a result.

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How Virtual Information Sessions Are Changing K-12 Education

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Such extensive resources empower them to conduct independent research and develop critical thinking skills essential for their future academic endeavors. Parents can attend virtual meetings at their convenience, eliminating the logistical challenges of in-person appointments.

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What 40 Million Messages Tell Us About Parent-Teacher Communication

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The results found that 44 percent of the messages were around logistics — things like school closures on snow days, says Heejae Lim, TalkingPoints founder and CEO. We know that research shows that there needs to be more conversations about student learning, behaviors, engagement,” Lim says.

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Two Cities Pay Teachers Based on Their Quality. Does It Work?

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Researchers say this is in response to stagnant wages amid ever-steeper workloads and the changes in earning potential that follow the ebbs and flows of the U.S. Research shows that teachers are impacted by a “wage penalty” of about 20 percent —meaning compared to someone with a similar degree, teachers earn only eighty cents on the dollar.

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It’s Time To Take Teacher Burnout Seriously. Here’s How.

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As we’ve expanded our work and research to schools and colleges across the country, there’s a shift emerging: it’s not just students and their families in desperate need of support. It’s not just us noticing these trends—recent research reports and surveys from a number of organizations reveal alarming statistics on teacher well-being.

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Some Money Pouring into ‘High-Dose’ Tutoring Is Going to Less-Researched Models. Is That a Problem?

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There have been numerous logistical strains in creating and growing tutoring programs, including hiring tutors. However, if this investment does create the structural transformation he hopes for, Salcito says it would provide another critical tool for teaching and learning. What Money Can’t Buy Just having money doesn’t solve the problem.

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Creating A Digital Study Plan: Tips And Tools for High School Students

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According to research conducted at Stanford University, over 70% of high school students report feeling stressed about their academic workload. A well-maintained digital library enhances productivity and allows you to focus more on learning and less on logistics.

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