Sat.Jul 29, 2023 - Fri.Aug 04, 2023

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The First Days of the School Year: It’s About the Learners Not the Content

User Generated Education

Too many classes, all grade levels, begin the school year with getting down to academic business – starting to cover content, discussing expectations regarding academic requirements, giving tests, and other academic information provided by the teacher to the students in a mostly one-way communication. The human or social element is way too often disregarded.

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Mathematics Elevated: Classroom Audio's Transformative Potential

Box Light

In the fast-paced realm of education, the role of classroom audio has become a game-changer for teachers seeking to elevate mathematics instruction and learning. With its ability to foster active learning, boost engagement, and encourage student participation, audio technology has emerged as a valuable tool in the teacher's toolkit. From enhancing clarity and accessibility to bridging learning gaps for students with diverse needs, the integration of classroom audio has ushered in a new era of in

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What You Might Have Missed in July–What’s up in August

Ask a Tech Teacher

Here are the most-read posts for the month of July: Step-by-Step Guide to Edit a Video 3 Fun Tech Classroom Projects for Summer The Influence of Literature on the Formation of the Personalities of Students How to Become a Citizen Scientist Tech Tip #108: Three-click Rule We Landed on the Moon July 20 1969 27 Online Resources About Civics and Government #75: Tessellations in Excel Here’s a preview of what’s coming up in August: Tech Ed Resources for your Class–K-12 Tech Curricul

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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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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 Great Student AI Writing Experiment with Steve Dembo

Cool Cat Teacher

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Are you an educator troubled by the looming question of how AI will impact writing instruction? Look no further. Furthermore, as this experiment unfolds, you'll be interested in the findings' powerful implications on student creativity and expression. Prepare to be inspired, challenged, and equipped to navigate the future of writing in a world where humans and AI learn to work together to communicate in better ways a

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Subscriber Special: 15% Discount on Foundational Materials

Ask a Tech Teacher

Every month, subscribers to our newsletter get a free/discounted resource to help their tech teaching. Over the next few weeks, we will be sharing details on our blog ( Ask a Tech Teacher ) about Structured Learning resources to get your new school year started. Find one you like. Purchase it with this coupon code: 3xar9wzu Get 15% off the listed price.

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Does ‘Toxic Gratitude’ Harm Latino Educators in the Workplace?

ED Surge

This is the third in a three-part series of conversations with Latino educators and edtech experts. Read the first part here and the second part here. Before we get into the educator perspectives shared below, there’s something I have to explain about Latino culture. Something perhaps not exclusive or applicable to the way all 62.5 million of us in the United States were raised, but important for context just the same.

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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 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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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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STEM Everyday #250 | Literacy & Elementary Engineering | feat. Ekuwah Moses

STEM Everyday Podcast

Ekuwah Moses is an Elementary Engineering teacher in Las Vegas, NV. She uses a variety of techniques to help over 700 students engage with STEM concepts and build a STEM culture in her school. Ekuwah shares how her previous teaching positions in Literacy allow her to help kids improve communication skills while doing STEM. Ekuwah is also the author of two children’s books that build upon her Ghanaian heritage.

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Ensuring Effective Integration of Technology and Curriculum to Maximize Learner Potential

ED Surge

The right team, professional development and buy-in are essential to transformative digital learning, according to leaders of some of the largest K–12 school districts in the U.S. During a panel discussion at 1EdTech’s Learning Impact Conference in Anaheim this summer, distinguished educators shed light on their districts' digital transformations and emphasized the crucial role of collaboration, professional development and buy-in to ensure the effective integration of technology and curriculum.

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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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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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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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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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Training Today’s Youth to Become Tomorrow's Mental Health Care Providers

ED Surge

When Aaron Diaz, 16, looked around his Compton, California, neighborhood, he saw people struggling, with little access to mental health care. “Collective trauma is embedded within the community,” Diaz says. That’s why he decided to spend his summer learning about careers in the mental health field. Diaz is part of the first crop of high school students in a new pilot program offered by the state of California in partnership with the Child Mind Institute.

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Teach Dialogue Skills to Rebuild Our Democracy

Middle Web

Civics advocate Shawn McCusker doesn't agree with a noted professor’s premise that there's no hope for democracy, but "I do agree that our failure to prepare our citizens for the responsibilities of democracy is an existential crisis." Learn what he urges educators to do. The post Teach Dialogue Skills to Rebuild Our Democracy first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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CEC: Primary Career Learning Journey Template

All About STEM

If you’re planning primary career-related learning for the new school year, The Careers & Enterprise Company has a template that can help. The resource is a great way to ensure that everyone understands the stages of your career-related learning in a visual way. As you download the template, you will find markers for the 8 Skills Builder essential skills.

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Breaking Barriers: My Journey in Graphic Design and STEAM Education

Box Light

As a woman in the world of Graphic Design, UI/UX, Web Design, and STEAM, I want to share my story and inspire other girls and young women to pursue their passions fearlessly. In this competitive field, it's vital to break through the barriers and show that girls can excel in STEM careers.

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Black Literature Gave Me the Freedom to Learn, and Now I’m Giving It Back to My Students

ED Surge

I’ve loved literature since I was a little girl. I was always eager for a new book, a new word, a new understanding, a new connection, a new… knowing. I’ve read about what happens to a dream deferred. I’ve read about southern trees that bore strange fruit. I’ve read about why the caged bird sings. Literature has taken me toward the warmth of other suns and dropped me off at the intersection of awareness and identity.

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13 Exciting New Titles for Your Classroom Library

Middle Web

Need fresh titles for your classroom library? ELA teacher Kasey Short shares 13 new books that are sure to resonate with middle graders. These relatable stories offer diverse perspectives and themes that authentically capture the experiences and challenges of today’s students. The post 13 Exciting New Titles for Your Classroom Library first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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FREE BBC micro:bits for schools!

All About STEM

“The BBC micro:bit lets kids code their own way. The smart, pocket-sized computer has been designed to inspire children to explore creative ideas using real code and can be used for teaching computing across the curriculum. Its goal is to make coding fun, creative and exciting for pupils and teachers alike.” BBC micro:bit – the next gen is a brand new campaign to empower primary school children.

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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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Human Meets AI: Helping Educators Navigate Their Emotions About Technological Change

ED Surge

With shifting societal norms, advances in technology and evolving pedagogical practices at play, it's no surprise that change is the only constant in education. Rapidly changing technology, particularly the emergence of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in education has positioned faculty and leaders with a pivotal decision to make: Stick with the known comfort of traditional methods or experiment with the enticing, yet intimidating, potential of AI.

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Micro:Bit in the classroom

Scientix

CC-By provided by the author Since 2016, IC 21 Bologna lower secondary school has participated in a national project named “ Girls Code it Better ”. This project is aimed to encourage young girls to approach science and technology in a more confident way, in order to decrease the gender imbalance in STEM careers. Every year, a group of 15-20 students, all girls, has the opportunity to apply for the school’s “Girls Code it Better” club.

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Join the STEM Ambassador Community!

All About STEM

Alongside STEM Learning’s STEM Community, STEM Ambassadors can join their own Community to come together, find support and share ideas! “As a member, you can collaborate, ask for advice, share best practice and discover new ways to inspire young people with other volunteers, wherever they are in the UK. Help build a vibrant and supportive network, working together to bring STEM subjects to life.

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Establishing Classroom Expectations

Starfish Education

LaneLane specializes in STEM curriculum design and professional development for K-12 stakeholders and enjoys making teachers’ lives easier through innovative, standards-based STEM lessons.

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Why Legacy Admissions May Be on the Way Out

ED Surge

Since the U.S. Supreme Court issued its ruling this summer striking down the consideration of race in college admissions, attention has turned to other preferences college leaders have long used: especially legacy admission programs that give preference to the children of alumni and of large donors. Suddenly, selective colleges are under increasing scrutiny about just how much advantage alumni and donor children have in the admissions process, and whether those preferences are justified.

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Register today for the STEM Innovation Forum, October 18-19, 2023

STEMx

Registration is now open for the STEM Innovation Forum hosted by STEMx , STEMconnector and Million Women Mentors. The Forum will be held in Denver, Colorado on October 18-19, 2023, at the Colorado State University Spur Campus , and will engage stakeholders across the national and regional STEM education and workforce development ecosystems. Leaders from industry, government, educational institutions, nonprofit organizations, and STEM networks will have unmatched opportunities to collaborate to