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. The project is funded through a nearly $8 million innovation grant from the U.S. Department of Education and will last five years.

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APRIL 10, 2024

Be sure to select games that align with the subject matter you are teaching, and develop skills such as critical thinking , problem-solving, collaboration, etc. Utilizing video games in the classroom requires an open mind and a willingness to be innovative with strategies that are unlike your traditional teaching methods.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 29, 2022

If your school doesn’t teach personal economics but would like to, there are many online sites that address the topic as mini-lessons. It is a fast-paced, interactive game that engages students in football strategy while teaching money management skills. Some are narrative; others games. Here are some I like.

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Scientix

OCTOBER 31, 2023

CC-BY Pedagogical and didactic motivations Anyone at any age loves to play and we have known for many years that play is a crucial component of cognitive development from birth to adulthood. The child’s desire to play is an innate biological response to survive in the world. Play is widely practiced by many animals too.

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ED Surge

MARCH 28, 2023

At the same time, and not unrelated, the teaching profession is experiencing a period of upheaval. Name : AJ Jacobs Age : 21 College: Winthrop University in Rock Hill, South Carolina Area of study : Elementary education Intends to teach : Elementary Hometown : Blythewood, South Carolina EdSurge: What is your earliest memory of a teacher?

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ED Surge

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Education is an indispensable profession in our world today, as teachers play a pivotal role in equipping students for the challenges of the future, enabling them to be successful at every stage in life. Enhancing Teacher Practice Through Professional Development One resource every teacher needs is high-quality professional development.

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Cool Cat Teacher

APRIL 10, 2023

This podcast provides practical tips and strategies for teaching financial literacy to middle and high school students. Now, let's teach financial literacy this month! Teach students the things that matter during financial literacy month and beyond! This show's guest is financial literacy expert Brian Page.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

If you’re evaluating math programs at your school, a good option to consider is ORIGO Education’s Stepping Stones. Here’s one educator’s story about how Stepping Stones made a big difference with his students’ math skills: How Magnolia ISD has ‘leveled the playing field’ for students in math.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 6, 2020

If your school doesn’t teach a course about personal economics, there are many online sites that address the topic as mini-lessons. Through this interactive video game, students learn to identify advertising and understand its messages with the goal of becoming informed, discerning consumers. Some are narrative; others games.

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ED Surge

MARCH 19, 2024

Messages in classrooms and how discipline is handled can also play a role, he adds. And he has helped develop a series of approaches and strategies that research shows can strengthen student-teacher relationships and a sense of belonging, which research shows can have significant impacts on the academic performance of students.

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Cool Cat Teacher

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

Learn about this method of curriculum development and teaching and see if it is right for you. Access early black Friday deals from now through November 27, 2022. Jon believes the two most important things that make good teaching good are active learning and relationships. Dell Black Friday and Year Long Education Deals.

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Cool Cat Teacher

MARCH 7, 2024

Tom is a compelling presenter, infusing his message of hope with strategies culled from the real world. From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter I hope today's show will provoke thought and thinking about what it means to relate to our students. Stream by clicking here.

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Cool Cat Teacher

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Debbie Tannenbaum gives us guidance on the practical, balanced use of technology for children in kindergarten through second grade. This podcast will explore Debbie’s key strategies for teaching digital literacy skills to our youngest students. Around 70% of kindergartners can use educational apps on tablets or smartphones.

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ED Surge

MARCH 9, 2023

Engagement and creativity play such important roles in the learning process, but with the myriad of other requirements and obligations, they can easily get lost in the abyss of deadlines and mandates. Recently, I met with two education leaders to discuss how to improve teacher and student engagement through creativity.

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ED Surge

JANUARY 17, 2022

Before I get into more details, I should say this: After teaching at least 12 sections of geometry over the years, this was the best semester of geometry I’ve ever taught. They learn why high school geometry, a topic most of them intend to teach in the future, is the way it is and why its results are true. Did My Students Learn?

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STEM Next

NOVEMBER 25, 2023

Yet when given the chance, girls enjoy and benefit from playing with STEM toys and games. You will learn about the latest research, resources, and new toys to support STEM play with young girls (and all young children). We like how every play idea includes tips for making an activity simpler or more complex.

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STEM Education Shopping

JANUARY 26, 2024

One great way to do this is through playing board games, especially those with a focus on STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) concepts. By playing these games, children and adults can learn how to effectively communicate and work together to solve problems.

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Cool Cat Teacher

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Reading expert, Laura Robb breaks down excellent reading instruction from kindergarten through fifth grade. EXTENDED EPISODE - Episode #791- The 10 Minute Teacher Podcast Differentiating Reading Instruction in Kindergarten through Elementary Laura Robb, Reading Expert. The free differentiation tool to help students level up and learn.

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Cool Cat Teacher

MAY 2, 2022

Years ago when I discussed strategy with a Disney Cruise leader, they told me that people tend to remember how an experience starts and how it ends. Last year when I needed to take a college CEU course, I chose Advancement Courses and learned so much about teaching computer science in the classroom. Click Here to Look at Courses.

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STEM Education Shopping

JANUARY 20, 2024

STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) learning toys are a great way to introduce children to these subjects in a fun and engaging way. In this article, we will explore some of the best STEM learning toys for 10 year olds that will help them develop important skills in math and physics. The Snap Circuits Jr.

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Scientix

MAY 25, 2023

Mindfulness and social-emotional learning (SEL) can play a vital role in improving maths performance by addressing these challenges. Mindfulness practices can help students develop a growth mindset by teaching them to approach challenges with curiosity and openness rather than fear and avoidance. Perhaps they are confused.

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STEM Sport

JANUARY 2, 2024

While the classroom offers a structured learning environment, the home is a space for relaxation and play. Enter the concept of disguised learning – a strategy that integrates educational content into everyday activities, making learning a natural, enjoyable part of life. Incorporate principles of design and urban planning.

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User Generated Education

MARCH 7, 2020

Because of this pressure, too many teacher education and professional development strategies stress the concept of time on task. This has some importance in teaching and learning but it shouldn’t always be the professed key to good instruction. This leaves little time for play. They played and had fun. well, kids.

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ED Surge

MARCH 7, 2023

There’s a growing market for the convenience, accurate feedback and interaction that voice-based AI reading tools provide, due to the unprecedented fall in NAEP reading scores across the country coupled with mounting concerns about modern strategies for teaching literacy. A first grade student is trying to read a passage on her iPad.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 24, 2017

K-6 math curriculum (with a separate program for pre-K) is versatile, easy-to-use, and nicely differentiated for varied learning and teaching strategies. Teaching materials include an abundance of resources, professional development, videos, and help. Origo Education’s award-winning Stepping Stones 2.0

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STEM Education Shopping

AUGUST 28, 2023

These virtual learning experiences have become my guiding stars, providing me with invaluable knowledge and strategies to engage students in science, technology, engineering, and math. Get ready to launch your STEM teaching journey! Another important topic covered in these workshops is assessment strategies.

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STEM Education Shopping

JANUARY 26, 2024

STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) board games are a fun and interactive way to engage with your family while also learning valuable skills. STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) board games are a fun and interactive way to engage with your family while also learning valuable skills.

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STEM Education Shopping

JULY 26, 2023

Photo by Max Fischer: [link] How to Using Math Games For Learning Basic Concepts Perfect Way to Be a Winner (2023) – Are you struggling to engage your students in learning basic math concepts? In this article, we will explore the power of using math games to teach and learn basic concepts. Look no further!

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Cool Cat Teacher

MARCH 14, 2022

The US Department of Education Roadmap for Reopening Safely says that “accelerated learning provides opportunities for students to learn at grade level rather than through tracking or remediation….” Roadmap p 18) This report also says that the pandemic negatively impacted math and widened achievement gaps. Nancy Frey.

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STEM Education Shopping

AUGUST 26, 2023

In this article, we will explore the crucial role that teachers play in empowering students’ minds through STEM education. From promoting collaboration to fostering critical thinking skills, we will delve into strategies and best practices that empower both educators and learners alike.

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Cool Cat Teacher

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

In this webinar, we will dive deep into the strategies that drive meaningful change in instructional approaches and student learning, and learn the hallmarks of top-notch professional development experiences that support educators along the path toward classroom innovation. Don't worry, you can also listen to the recording.

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User Generated Education

JANUARY 2, 2023

I propose that it is at the core of learning and as such, needs to be forefront of all teaching and learning. Motivation is not only important in its own right; it is also an important predictor of learning and achievement. This discussion is relevant for both teachers and students. Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs.

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

At his first college, right out of high school, the young man born in Zacatecas, Mexico, hoped to play for the football team. Del Real Viramontes joined its Puente program , which embedded him in a cohort of students in a math and English course sequence. At his third college, his enrollment came as something of a surprise.

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User Generated Education

MARCH 15, 2020

Prodigy Math Game – For those who don’t know, Prodigy is no-cost math game where kids can earn prizes, go on quests and play with friends — all while learning math. With Prodigy math homework is disguised as a video-game. Code.org – My 4th graders have working through the Code.org Course F.

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User Generated Education

APRIL 22, 2022

I have done a social entrepreneurship unit with three groups of gifted students, grades 3rd through 6th. I call it a perfect STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math) unit. Why Schools Should Teach Entrepreneurship ). It was one of my favorite units. Learner choice and voice are valued.

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Free Technology 4 Teachers

JANUARY 22, 2022

The snow in my yard is so frozen that my dogs and my kids don't break through the when walking on it. It should warm up a bit today and we'll go outside to play for a bit. Heck, I get a little stir crazy if I don't play outside for a day. Good Resources for Remote Math & Science Lessons 3.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 5, 2018

Now, just in time for April’s Financial Literacy Month, the business world has released an impressive list of additional resources to help teens see through the murkiness of financial independence. The site includes Common Core Math Standards addressed with play. That’s not as easy as it sounds.

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