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July 17, 2018

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Virtual reality could help students remember better, new research says

Virtual reality is exciting and engaging for students, but for the most part, schools have struggled to find ways to incorporate it into the curriculum. Now, new research reveals one possible impetus for more classroom inclusion. University of Maryland researchers conducted an in-depth analysis on whether people learn better through…

4 tips for making your coaching experience impactful

Professional development is changing. There are numerous new models: blended learning, personalized learning, culturally responsive teaching, and more. There is new technology: learning management systems, apps, websites, and more. As we ask teachers to adopt these new models and tools it is essential that we provide ongoing and continuous support…

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8 reasons why we should combine art + math

With declining U.S. student math scores, our schools would be wise to adopt a new formula that is sure to paint a prettier picture for the country’s STEM rankings. Combining math and art classes may in fact draw better math performance for American youth, starting as early as elementary school.…

More Than 40 New Things We Saw at ISTE 2018

Creativity, artificial intelligence (AI), and digital competencies were just a few of the many trends at ISTE 2018. This year’s ... Read more

What It Takes to Create a State-wide K-12 Reading & Learning Program

Wisconsin’s goal: Provide consistent and accessible reading and learning to all their K-12 students, regardless of location or school size. But how to undertake such a big initiative and fund it was the challenge. Discover what Wisconsin did to reach their goal and the results of their achievement.

25 things to try in your classroom next year

As schools across the country close for summer, teachers are, understandably, breathing a sigh of relief. But the learning doesn't stop just because students leave classrooms. Summer is one of the most popular times for teachers to engage in professional learning. Without the daily demands of a classroom full of…

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