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How Schools Are Coaching — or Coaxing — Teachers to Use ChatGPT

ED Surge

Six months out from when it broke the internet, ChatGPT — and its numerous clones and adaptations — have drummed up great interest, and concerns, for teachers, school leaders and districts. The introduction of generative AI into society shines a bright spotlight on these educators. Soon, they will have to understand it, regulate its use and also implement it in their own pedagogy.

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ASK: Online CV Masterclass

All About STEM

Event: 29 August Create a successful CV that stands out from the crowd! This session will give you all the information on what it means to write a good-quality CV. Whichever path you choose after school, a good CV will be essential. We will cover: This session is offered through the ASK Programme, fully funded by the Department for Education and completely free to access.

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Keep calm and carrot on: how can we breed better carrots?

Futurum

Keep calm and carrot on: how can we breed better carrots? Published: The colourful carrot is one of America’s favourite vegetables, but carrot farmers face many challenges when growing their crops. At the US Department of Agriculture Vegetable Crop Research Unit at the University of Wisconsin-Madison , USA, Dr Bill Rolling and Dr Jenyne Loarca are investigating what influences carrot germination and growth, helping plant breeders to cultivate more successful carrot varieties.

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ASK: Online Applications Workshop

All About STEM

Event: 6 September Tips to create a winning application! This virtual workshop will provide key information and tips on how to create a winning application. Perfect for students in Years 10 – 13 who are thinking about: With handy hints on the differences between CVs and application forms and advice from employers on how to make your application stand out from the crowd (for the right reasons!).

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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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Boost Students’ Skills and Passion for Reading

Middle Web

To teach students to master standards while also cultivating a love of reading, Laura Robb offers new ideas and resources and a new outlook on old practices in Increase Reading Volume. It is exactly what teachers need for their reading blocks, says literacy leader Sarah Valter. The post Boost Students’ Skills and Passion for Reading first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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6 Educational Technology Resources to Enhance Teaching and Learning

Box Light

Technology continues to play a pivotal role in transforming traditional classrooms into dynamic hubs of interactive learning. With the integration of interactive displays and educational software, students can actively engage with the curriculum, fostering a deeper understanding of the subjects. Digital resources and online collaboration tools also enable educators to personalize instruction, helping to meet student learning styles and needs.

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How Competency-Based Learning Builds 21st-Century Skills

Defined Learning

Competencies, future-ready skills, and 21st-century skills all involve students doing something. For the students, these ideas represent the “how” to do something or the skills needed to navigate a situation.

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10 Tips for Preparing a Successful STEM Classroom

Starfish Education

Looking for ways to engage your students in STEM learning? These 10 tips will help you create a successful STEM classroom to keep your students engaged!

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All Inclusive Teacher Tools Digital – The Ultimate Digital Toolbox for Teachers (2023)

STEM Education Shopping

Photo by Julia M Cameron: [link] All Inclusive Teacher Tools Digital The Ultimate Digital Toolbox for Teachers (2023)- Are you looking for innovative ways to enhance your teaching and engage your students in the digital age? Look no further! In this article, we will explore a variety of teacher tools digital that can revolutionize your classroom. From interactive whiteboards that bring lessons to life, to online grading platforms that streamline your assessment processes, these tools will make y

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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.

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Ahoy- Let’s Talk About Pirates!

Teachers are Terrific

If you are transforming your classroom with a Pirate theme- I have some time-savers for you! Can we talk about how much kids love pirates and treasure chests and birds that talk? A few years ago I had a cockatiel in the STEM Lab and we tried so hard to get the silly thing to say anything. But, sadly, he only squawked. Loudly. All. The. Time. Anyway, I have discovered any task that involves boats, treasure, pirates, or birds is one that kids will stay engaged with and that is enough reason for me

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Boost Engagement Your Classroom Better with Teacher Tools Digital

STEM Education Shopping

Photo by Zain Abba: [link] Boost Engagement Your Classroom Better with Teacher Tools Digital – Are you looking for innovative ways to enhance your teaching and engage your students in the digital age? Look no further! In this article, we will explore a variety of teacher tools digital that can revolutionize your classroom. From interactive whiteboards that bring lessons to life, to online grading platforms that streamline your assessment processes, these tools will make your teaching exper

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Distribution of Water on Earth– Freshwater, Saltwater, and Beyond for 5th Grade NGSS

The Science Penguin

Water! It is such an important piece of our ecological puzzle here on Earth, and it has many effects that our students need to be aware of. When thinking about NGSS Standard 5-ESS2-2, students need to be aware of the various saltwater and freshwater reservoirs around our globe. The core concept is that the vast majority of water is in our oceans, but there are many other places to find water.

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Best Review: Augmented Reality Apps For Science – New World of Learning (2023)

STEM Education Shopping

Photo by Max Fischer: [link] Best Review: Augmented Reality Apps For Science – New World of Learning (2023)- Are you looking to enhance your science education experience? Look no further than augmented reality (AR) apps! In this article, we will review the top AR apps for science, exploring their benefits and features. Discover how AR technology can revolutionize your learning, making complex concepts come to life.

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Downloadable Design Briefs for an Integrative STEM Curriculum

These easy-to-use design briefs outline student objectives, challenges, and materials needed to complete each 30-minute to 4-hour lesson. ITEEA’s Integrative STEM curriculum, Engineering byDesign, includes many more standards driven hands-on activities just like these!

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Equitable Naglieri Tests Can Help ID Gifted Kids

Middle Web

Jack A. Naglieri and his co-authors offer a comprehensive guide to using the Naglieri General Ability Tests to reach gifted students equitably and also deliver instruction to those students identified through the tests, writes NBCT and gifted services specialist Kim Rensch. The post Equitable Naglieri Tests Can Help ID Gifted Kids first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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Tech Ed Resources–K-12 Tech Curriculum

Ask a Tech Teacher

I get a lot of questions from readers about what tech ed resources I use in my classroom so I’m going to take time this summer to review them with you. Some are edited and/or written by members of the Ask a Tech Teacher crew. Others, by tech teachers who work with the same publisher I do. All of them, I’ve found, are well-suited to the task of scaling and differentiating tech skills for age groups, scaffolding learning year-to-year, offering inclusive solutions to the issue of tech t

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Upgrade Your Creativity with Incredible Teacher Toolbox DIY

STEM Education Shopping

Photo by RDNE Stock project: [link] Upgrade Your Creativity with Incredible Teacher Toolbox DIY – Are you tired of constantly searching for your classroom supplies? Do you wish there was a better way to keep everything organized? Look no further! In this article, we will guide you through the world of teacher toolbox DIY. With a few simple steps, you can create a customized toolbox or board games that will not only keep your supplies easily accessible, but also add a touch of personality t

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Amazing DIY Ideas to Upgrade Your Classroom with Teacher Toolbox DIY (2023)

STEM Education Shopping

Photo by Monstera: [link] Amazing DIY Ideas to Upgrade Your Classroom with Teacher Toolbox DIY (2023) – Are you tired of constantly searching for your classroom supplies? Do you wish there was a better way to keep everything organized ? Look no further! In this article, we will guide you through the world of teacher toolbox DIY. With a few simple b uilding set steps, you can create a customized toolbox that will not only keep your supplies easily accessible, but also add a touch of persona