ED Surge

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

That was the approach that Claire Bowen and her team took when organized a week-long series of data science programming back in 2020, when the pandemic first forced students and teachers to hunker down into remote learning. It just showed how much kids wanted to learn about this.” It’s not in our DNA; we have to learn it.

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OCTOBER 19, 2023

It’s a practice he started at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, when many students were in quarantine and needed ways to continue learning remotely. Students discovered the flexibility,” he says, “and now they're demanding it.” And how much flexibility is best to balance convenience and high-quality teaching?

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Paula Stamey, a seventh-grade social studies teacher in Benton, Tennessee, taught for 20 years before her school became a Verizon Innovative Learning School and adopted one-to-one technology in 2017. To address this, comprehensive professional learning integrated into one-to-one programs is crucial for sustainable digital transformation.

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ED Surge

JANUARY 12, 2024

Access to high-quality education is widely recognized as a pivotal tool for alleviating poverty, mitigating the spread of disease and malnutrition, fostering children's overall welfare and empowering women. This article focuses on one of those organizations, Learning Equality. billion people worldwide without internet access.

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DECEMBER 30, 2022

In case you are not familiar with neural networks or have not used AI-based tools, you will be surprised to learn that solutions like ChatGPT tend to use the principles of transformer architecture. What makes it truly different is the level of customization and flexibility that becomes possible with the latest version builds. .

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ED Surge

MAY 1, 2024

The advancements in technology are reshaping how we teach and learn, bringing new opportunities and challenges. When building up edtech resources for any learning environment, whether it be a K-12 school district, institution of higher education or professional development, there is a lot to consider. Is it accessible to all learners?

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FEBRUARY 26, 2020

Online learning has become not only a common alternative to physical classes, but a well-regarded change maker in the education ecosystem. After a weekly one-hour session, students feel closer to classmates and often add them to their ongoing PLN (Professional Learning Network). Provide Flexible Due Dates. Simplify Tech Skills.

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ED Surge

MARCH 11, 2024

They found that young people look to libraries to provide safe places to hang out and to access resources like free Wi-Fi, makerspaces, and tech equipment — expectations they carry with them to college, according to people who work in and with academic libraries. Then there’s the enduring appeal of any library: access to content.

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ED Surge

APRIL 19, 2024

The goal is to improve science literacy among high school students by making lessons meaningful and relevant to their lives through a teaching method called project-based learning. Students will learn to think like scientists. Many rural students have also struggled to access high-quality STEM education because of a lack of resources.

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NOVEMBER 28, 2023

E-Books and Online Libraries in Modern College Education One of the most significant archives of human knowledge and learning’s quiet companions, libraries have made an undeniable impact. Libraries have always been a trusted educational sidekick since people started learning stuff. We wouldn’t be where we are without them.

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JUNE 13, 2022

So what are the absolute basics you should learn this summer that will make a difference in your Fall class? Here are fifteen ideas that will still leave you time to enjoy sunsets and hang out with friends: Learn basic tech problems. There’s a lot to be learned from failure. Be flexible. I’ll give you ideas.

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ED Surge

MAY 31, 2023

The goal of inclusive education is to ensure that every student, regardless of their background or abilities, has an equal opportunity to learn and succeed. UDL provides a framework for designing and delivering lessons that address the diverse needs of all learners, including those with disabilities and other learning challenges.

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ED Surge

MARCH 14, 2022

Many believe that technology is the key to addressing any perceived learning loss, as well as redefining teaching and learning. There is a learning revolution taking place. EdSurge: The pandemic has interrupted learning in so many different ways. We are seeing students catching up but also learning differently.

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Teach Hub

APRIL 29, 2024

Place-based learning is an innovative approach that engages students in their community. By integrating their physical local environment, culture, and landscaping, students learn through participation in service projects to help them gain a better understanding of their place in the world. What is Place-Based Education?

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ED Surge

JANUARY 24, 2022

But in the tech-dependent era of distance and hybrid learning, clear and consistent communication—about grades, assessments, learning targets and a host of other school-related matters—may now be more important than ever. During the distance learning months, we did parent conferences over Zoom. Recommended Resources.

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ED Surge

APRIL 10, 2024

A coalition of 14 education organizations, helmed by the nonprofit Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute, released sample guidelines earlier this month that walk teachers and administrators through potential pitfalls to consider before using an AI tool in the classroom or for other tasks. In Michigan, it was a team effort.

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JUNE 20, 2023

In today’s fast-paced world, modern-day kids have unprecedented access to electronic devices that can serve as valuable tools in their learning journey. This lack of quality sleep may result in decreased attention span and impaired learning during daytime hours.

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MARCH 30, 2022

At times there were only 15-20 students in her class due to exposure and quarantine requirements, and this required her to be flexible with assignment dates and daily instruction. Technology is providing access and engaging students. Grading policies are being reviewed and modified to reflect student learning accurately.

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Educators Technology

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Over the last 10 years — particularly after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic — schools and colleges have had to adapt and evolve their approaches to learning and collaboration, opening the door to the “learn from anywhere” world. Only your employees have access to the resources, which is great for ensuring security.

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JUNE 2, 2022

To take advantage of this special, purchase from Structured Learning with PayPal or a PO. provide access to full text PDF (or videos where relevant) from every digital device in your school, 24 hours a day. enable flexible learning path s as students work at their own pace, with the ability to review or work ahead as needed.

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ED Surge

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Surveys of remote college students show that their top priorities are convenience and flexibility. Many depend on accessing course resources and lessons seamlessly from online textbooks or other digital resources. Source: Bay View Analytics So do we know about what these students value most?

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NOVEMBER 1, 2023

AI integration can address diverse learning needs , promote data-driven decision-making , and spur class discussion. ISTE U serves as a digital hub offering top-tier professional learning courses designed to assist educators in developing fundamental skills for teaching and learning in a digital world.

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MARCH 19, 2020

I’ve taught many years in both environments and love online teaching because it is flexible, diversified, self-directed, and self-paced. Newsela COVID-19 resource center (and free access to their paid products this school year). Remote Learning: Tips for Thriving in This Ecosystem. 7 Ways to Keep Teaching.

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ED Surge

MARCH 15, 2023

For context, these mobile desk chairs were all the hype in the mid-2010s, popping up in every private school or innovation academy that screamed flexible seating. I imagined what it would be like to learn as a student in these spaces with the freedom to move, spin, group and separate as I pleased.

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MAY 25, 2022

This is the only service that can access the libraries like Elsevier/Scopus and Springer & Nature. Low flexibility is another major disadvantage. This 2-in-1 solution seems pretty nice, especially knowing that it has access to the ProQuest databases. . This is certainly a huge factor when it comes to popularity.

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CoderZ

APRIL 13, 2023

On the flipside, “learning” and “school” aren’t always considered fun. And yet, games involve many of the same components as learning like, repetition, trial & error, feedback, etc. How Do “Play” and “Games” Contribute to Learning? There is continuous learning that continues as we play a game.

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Parent engagement relates to active participation in support of their student’s learning. The teaching profession requires us to be dedicated to our students and school community, but for those of us educators who are also parents, the job doesn’t always offer us the flexibility to play an active role in our own children’s learning."

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ED Surge

JANUARY 20, 2023

As an early adopter and enthusiast for immersive technology in schools, I’ve had the opportunity to share ways to use augmented and virtual reality to transform learning with educators around the world. Are you using the technology to spark new learning interest, teach a new concept or reinforce a difficult one?

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Educators Technology

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

A digital whiteboard is an online tool that allows users to write, upload images, and share information with one or more people remotely, giving access via email. Most of them come with an intuitive interface that keeps everything well-organized, simple, and accessible. Students can easily interact with the projected lesson.

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AUGUST 14, 2023

AI-powered quiz builders are revolutionizing modern classrooms, transforming traditional teaching methods into captivating, gamified learning adventures. While not solely AI-focused, Quizlet incorporates smart learning algorithms to personalize study sessions for users.

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APRIL 5, 2024

All it took to get these remote systems started was a problem that required a solution and flexible risk-taking stakeholders who came up with answers. Here’s what I came up with: have necessary apps on iPads and smartphones to make access the internet easier. You can find her resources at Structured Learning.

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ED Surge

JULY 7, 2022

But Caposey, the superintendent of Meridian CUSD 223 in Illinois, added that the pandemic also forced them to realize “massive equity and access issues.” As a district in a small, rural community, they suffered from the kind of broadband access issues that were spotlighted by the pandemic. Quite frankly, I’m embarrassed,” Caposey said.

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STEM Sport

MAY 16, 2023

In this article, you will learn about how to create environments for students that foster innovation and collaboration. The Importance of STEM Learning Spaces Well-designed learning spaces play a crucial role in enhancing students’ academic performance, motivation, and collaboration – especially in STEM subjects.

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ED Surge

JANUARY 19, 2022

The heightened stress of COVID-19 has led many teachers to think more critically about their impact on students’ mental wellbeing, and districts around the country are turning toward social-emotional learning as a way to nurture and better support students during this time of isolation and increased anxiety. We are where we are.

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Magic EdTech

FEBRUARY 24, 2019

Magic EdTech practices ensure adhering to the universal design principles guaranteeing accessibility and inclusion for ALL. Magic EdTech uses these ideas when developing digital learning products. Magic EdTech Support for Universal Design for Learning. Universal Design for Learning Principles.

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FEBRUARY 23, 2017

Guest blogger, Emily Cleary, has some great ideas on some of her favorite must-have resources for today’s blended learning. There are so many videos online, but those videos just might be lacking the exact, focused, content you need to learn or want to teach someone. Video creation tools like mysimpleshow or Storyboard That!

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ED Surge

MARCH 29, 2024

Artificial intelligence is increasingly being integrated into higher education to address challenges such as personalized learning and operational efficiency. While AI has the ability to enhance personalized learning experiences, there are concerns about the quality of education delivered through AI-driven platforms.

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