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The Role of Assistive Technology in Promoting Inclusive Education

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These symptoms can make it challenging for them to read, write, understand information, and communicate. They aim to support students’ engagement and communication so they can understand lessons and adapt to their learning environments efficiently. In the US, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) served around 7.3

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How to Compare and Contrast Authentically

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Look at what Harvey Silver says in his book, Compare and Contrast : By compiling the available research on effective instruction, Marzano, Pickering, and Pollock found that strategies that engage students in comparative thinking had the greatest effect on student achievement, leading to an average percentile gain of 45 points.

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As AI Chatbots Rise, More Educators Look to Oral Exams — With High-Tech Twist

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I think where the future is going is, it's going to become even more important for students to be able to have those soft skills and be able to talk and communicate their ideas." I think something that's overlooked in a lot of educational systems is your ability to have a discussion and hold an argument about your work,” says Tey.

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Panic Over SEL Is Unfounded. Here’s Why.

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First, communicate clearly the purpose and goals of any SEL practices and curricula you employ, and that healthy child development and educational achievement go hand in hand. Above all, use SEL skills with these communications about SEL. Relationships are the heart of SEL, too.

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Elevating Intellectual Growth: Problem Solving Activities for Gifted Students

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Research has consistently shown that critical thinking is linked to higher academic achievement, increased creativity, and improved problem-solving abilities. By understanding the principles of logic and reasoning, gifted students can better evaluate information, make sound judgments, and communicate their thoughts and ideas effectively.

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Demystifying Social-Emotional Learning and the Controversy Surrounding It

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Such arguments obscure many of the real, pressing problems in education right now—a mental health crisis, workforce shortages in sectors across the field, nearly two years of lost or lackluster learning experiences. EdSurge: How would you explain SEL to a parent or layperson?

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How NOT to Assess Student Writing

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If I use Common Core as an example, here’s what these Standards call out as important about writing (slightly rephrased from the Anchor Standards): Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence. You want to only assess how well they communicate ideas.