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This Strategy Helped My Students Learn to Disagree Respectfully

ED Surge

“What will you remember about our class?” I asked my English class in May, during the last month of their senior year. My students sat quietly considering the question. “I will remember how we would disagree, but we were still very respectful, and I just loved it. I loved how much respect we hold for one another,” one of them said. I nodded to show that I understood and that this was also important to me.

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Helping Students Master New Content and the English Language 

STEM Discovery Education

How Do You Explain the Mitochondria to Someone Who Doesn’t Speak English? I often joke that one of the first vocabulary terms I teach my students anymore is the word, “no.” As a biology teacher, there are a myriad of words and phrases my students need to know to understand the course content. My true […] The post Helping Students Master New Content <em>and</em> the English Language appeared first on Discovery Education Blog.

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How an AI-Powered Tool Accelerated Student Writing

ED Surge

As educators seek innovative methods to engage students and enhance the learning experience, artificial intelligence (AI) is proving to be an invaluable asset. For English Language Arts (ELA) teachers, AI-powered writing tools help to provide immediate feedback, guiding students through the writing process and fostering a more personalized approach to learning.

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The Peak Learning Times for Middle School Kids

Middle Web

Adolescents are particularly susceptible to circadian rhythms – the physical, mental, and behavioral changes that follow a 24-hour cycle – writes principal Mike Gaskell. Educators can do more to plan academic lessons and other content to take advantage of peak learning times. The post The Peak Learning Times for Middle School Kids first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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Can Brain Science Actually Help Make Your Training & Teaching Stick?

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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The Ripple Effect of Kindness: Nurturing Relationships, Embracing Gratitude

Box Light

November was National Gratitude Month but it’s certainly not the only time we can reflect on how we show our appreciation. As we get ready to close the year, let’s explore the profound connection between gratitude, kindness, and the positive impact they have on our lives, relationships, and communities. While expressing thanks was integral to this month's theme, let's delve into how acts of kindness, both big and small, not only highlight gratitude but also play a crucial role in fostering posit

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2024 STEM Education Trends to Watch Out For

STEM Sport

As we enter 2024, the landscape of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education is evolving at an unprecedented pace, mirroring the rapid advancements in technology. This dynamic shift underscores an essential truth: the field of education must adapt and evolve to keep pace with the technological strides being made globally. In this blog, we will introduce and review STEM education trends of 2024.

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Let’s Go Skiing (in the STEM Lab)

Teachers are Terrific

The STEM Challenge to build Ski Lift Chairs is a way to add some “snowy” activities with great problem-solving. This Ski lift Challenge turned out to be the most fun in the middle of January! Even for my students that have never skied, it was a delightful STEM activity. It’s an easy prep challenge and can be completed in one class session.

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How to Start a STEM Program in Your School District

Kid Spark Education

A step-by-step guide for school district administrators to bring a comprehensive STEM program to your school district and how to get it funded.

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Curriculum Update: Summative Assessments

Ellipsis Education

Curriculum Update: Summative Assessments November 27, 2023 Megan Welk Sr. Manager of Curriculum and Content Every student learns and demonstrates knowledge differently. As a result, it’s helpful to have assessment options as you work to gain insight into your classroom. We’ve always been passionate about providing high quality curriculum materials, and we understand that there are many ways to measure computer science learning.

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Harnessing The Power Of Math Manipulatives

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.