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To Close the Math Achievement Gap, We Must Recognize What Students Bring to the Classroom

ED Surge

In this situation, the teacher has made an effort to know each and every student, the math knowledge they bring to the lesson and how that knowledge can be used to advance learning more complex math. The teacher has also set up a classroom that nurtures curiosity and questioning that leads to learning.

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 Greater Impact with High-Quality Instructional Materials

Defined Learning

HQIM are designed to provide teachers with resources that are: Aligned to academic standards Reflect the best available research and are Engaging and relevant to students. They are intended to support teaching and learning through effective instruction helping students achieve academic success.

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My Students Can’t Meet Academic Standards Because the School Model No Longer Fits Them

ED Surge

I know he can learn and do the math, but his struggles with attention and staying focused, along with the structure of school, make it really hard for him and others who share his challenges to find the success they deserve. Trapped between the schedule of the day and his own brain, he was going to fail.

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Education at Home (Homeschooling) is the BEST

Chillax Science

Homeschooling is one of the best methods of educating children because it allows for a safe, personalized and flexible learning experience. The goal of customizing curriculum is to optimize the learning experience for each child, helping them to achieve their full potential.

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How to Qualify Online Tutoring Services

Ask a Tech Teacher

The internet and the rapid technological improvement are making the world a little bit smaller and are eliminating barriers to learning. However, if they are from a different country try to find out if that country’s educational system and academic standard is the same or at par with your own country.

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Maryland organization bridges business and educational communities

STEMx

For example, during Race to the Top legislation (~2010-2014), federal support provided MBRT with substantial resources to advocate for high academic standards, convene partners around critical educational topics, and provide services to local school districts. Q: What have been your organization’s most impactful advocacy achievements?

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K-12 and Higher Ed Institutions Lead Consortium to Advance EdTech Innovation and Trust

ED Surge

Does your school district or higher ed institution use a learning management system (LMS), digital curriculum resources, learning tools, assessment applications, a badging platform, a single-sign-on application launcher or a student information system? You don’t have to be a member to attend.

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