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How to offer hands-on learning opportunities in hybrid environments
The pandemic may have shifted the idea of what and where a classroom is, but educators are finding new ways to bring immersive learning to students.
By Lauren Barack • Jan. 20, 2021 -
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Study: On-camera instructors boost remote learning
Researchers at University of California Santa Barbara say students look at body language for important cues while listening to lessons.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Jan. 20, 2021 -
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TrendlineThe impact of the coronavirus on e-learning
A year disrupted by the coronavirus pandemic forced public schools to embrace e-learning virtually overnight. We're keeping this page up to date with the latest ed tech trends and developments.
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News literacy campaign providing tools for vetting fake news
From COVID-19 conspiracies to questions about the 2020 election's validity, sorting real and fake news is overwhelming for many students, educators say.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Jan. 20, 2021 -
Will outdoor classroom momentum persist beyond COVID-19?
The outdoors offer a variety of learning possibilities educators can tap, regardless of geographic location and the pandemic's duration.
By Lauren Barack • Jan. 13, 2021 -
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Deep DiveAn Inauguration Day like few before it provides ample curricular topics
The event provides a variety of opportunities for educators to tap into the ceremony, the language and the role of politics around the event.
By Lauren Barack • Jan. 13, 2021 -
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How to deter cheating, test anxiety in remote learning
Detecting cheating has become more challenging, but one researcher recommends tactics including low-stakes quizzes and open-ended questions.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Jan. 13, 2021 -
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Violent US Capitol insurrection presents difficult classroom discussions
Several organizations offer resources for navigating and defusing tense debates while supporting students who feel uncertainty or anxiety.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 06, 2021 -
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Clarity crucial to support student learning objectives in remote education
There are a number of steps educators can take to help define goals as plainly as possible to fuel student success, a California superintendent writes.
By Lauren Barack • Jan. 06, 2021 -
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Embedding tutoring into school day could offset COVID slide
Research suggests high-dosage tutoring as a model that can effectively provide a consistent, daily strategy.
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States move to suspend school report cards, create accountability flexibilities
The decisions come after Education Secretary Betsy DeVos told states the department is open to rethinking assessment and accountability measures in the wake of ongoing COVID-19 disruptions.
By Naaz Modan • Jan. 06, 2021 -
These 8 trends will impact schools in 2021
With the effects of multiple crises likely to linger at all levels for years to come, these key factors will influence the direction of schools in the coming year.
By Roger Riddell , Naaz Modan , Kara Arundel • Jan. 04, 2021 -
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How homework is changing during online learning
Teachers are reconsidering how much homework is needed in online school, while flipped learning may help reduce work completed outside of class.
By Lauren Barack • Dec. 23, 2020 -
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How districts are navigating 3 assessment challenges
Districts face a challenging assessment landscape, with skewed or inaccurate data and sometimes unreachable students.
By Naaz Modan • Dec. 17, 2020 -
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Curricular Counsel: How district curriculum practices changed due to COVID-19
The pandemic impacted procurement, assessment and professional development approaches. Here's how district and curriculum leaders adapted.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 16, 2020 -
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Does a phonics focus hinder ELLs in literacy?
Advocates warn phonics-based reading instruction may produce English learners who master word pronunciation but not reading comprehension.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Dec. 16, 2020 -
How to embed creativity in STEM curriculum
Research shows art, music and other student interests can provide gateways for learners, especially those with spacial aptitude, connect more deeply.
By Lauren Barack • Dec. 15, 2020 -
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Night kindergarten class meets needs of working families during the pandemic
Concerns about absences and students’ difficulties with participating in daytime classes led to the development of KIPP NJ’s Evening Learning Program.
By Kara Arundel • Dec. 14, 2020 -
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Researchers: In-school tutoring programs show promise in slowing COVID slide
About 12 states have statewide models, but England and the Netherlands are among nations that have invested on a national level, according to panelists during a Wednesday webinar.
By Naaz Modan • Dec. 10, 2020 -
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Turning cameras off to keep student engagement on
Remaining sensitive to students' home lives can help learners stay involved in remote classwork and feel connected to their peers, experts say.
By Lauren Barack • Dec. 09, 2020 -
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4 ways schools use video game design to spark interest in computer science
Districts can hook students with existing enthusiasm, helping them build technical and soft skills while also broadening STEM diversity.
By Lauren Barack • Dec. 09, 2020 -
ISTE 2020: Expanding computer science opportunities for girls, students of color
Distance learning and partnerships are critical in broadening access, and districts can also weave CS training into a variety of classes, school tech leaders said during the annual conference last week.
By Naaz Modan • Dec. 09, 2020 -
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How educators are tweaking grading approaches in response to the pandemic
Teachers are allowing students to revise work and stretch deadlines in attempts to fairly assess student performance this year.
By Kara Arundel • Dec. 08, 2020 -
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ISTE 2020: Cybersecurity a K-12 essential, from protecting data to prepping students for jobs
Panelists at the annual ed tech conference last week told educators about the importance of school cybersecurity practices and how to fit the topic into curriculum and spark students' interest.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 07, 2020 -
ISTE 2020: Consider these 10 privacy questions when adopting ed tech
One panelist suggested educators should be even more careful with students’ personal information than with their own when adopting technology.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 03, 2020 -
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How to build relationships with students in remote learning environments
Education experts say these steps can help teachers get to know students better, in addition to breaking the ice between learners.
By Lauren Barack • Dec. 02, 2020
