A Principal's Reflections

MAY 12, 2024

While I enjoy keynoting and facilitating workshops, it is through a coaching lens that I get to see how teachers and administrators are implementing innovative learning strategies with fidelity. Through their actions, I can collect evidence to show efficacy while curating exemplars I can share in my presentations. No matter where I go, I get the same message from educators on their desire for practical strategies.

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TeachThought

MAY 16, 2024

15 Reflection Strategies To Help Students Retain What You Just Taught Them by Terry Heick Reflection is a natural part of learning. We all think about new experiences–the camping on the car ride home, the mistakes made in a game, or the emotions felt while finishing a long-term project that’s taken months to complete. Below I’ve shared 15 strategies for students to reflect on their learning.

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A Psychology Teacher Writes

MAY 8, 2024

Photo by cottonbro studio on Pexels.com Teacher chat on social media is at its best when there is healthy discussion around how best we can do our job, grounded in mutual respect. That doesn’t mean an echo-chamber in which we all congratulate each other on what a marvellous job we’re doing, rather that there is a discourse which pushes our thinking, makes us reflect on what we’re doing and how we might make it even better.

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Passion for Social Studies

MAY 13, 2024

America is unique for many reasons. People can choose what they believe in, from cultures to religions. Additionally, people learn to compromise and work with others with different beliefs. All of this is part of political socialization. Essentially, this is the process where people develop their political knowledge, values, and ideology. This often begins in childhood and continues throughout one’s life.

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The Hechinger Report

MAY 2, 2024

ASTON, Pa.— In Jodie Murphy’s kindergarten class, math lessons go beyond the basics of counting and recognizing numbers. On a recent morning, the children used plastic red and yellow dots for a counting exercise: One student tossed the coin-sized dots onto a cookie sheet while another hid her eyes. The second student then opened her eyes, counted up the dots and picked the corresponding number from a stack of cards.

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ED Surge

MAY 13, 2024

With interest in the teaching profession waning and enrollment in teacher preparation programs reaching historic lows, all eyes are on the next crop of students — tomorrow’s prospective educators — to make up the deficit. Today’s high school and college students are part of Generation Z, a group of people who range in age from 12 to 28, and have characteristics, attitudes and aspirations that distinguish them from prior generations.

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 5, 2024

Lately, I've been giving a lot of thought to effectiveness, and this has been mirrored in my writing and work as a coach. Reflecting on my time as a principal at my previous school, I recall the successful shift towards digitalization and incorporating innovative practices. Our main goal was to demonstrate tangible improvements rather than just discuss them.

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Institute for Citizens & Scholars

MAY 7, 2024

Twenty-two Fellows have been named to the 2024 class of the Charlotte W. Newcombe Doctoral Dissertation Fellowship, administered by the Institute for Citizens & Scholars.

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Heinemann Blog

MAY 9, 2024

Welcome to Writing as Healing, a Heinemann-podcast series focused on writing as a tool, to increase healing in students and teachers. We know that academic learning doesn't happen without social and emotional support, and writing as a key literacy, is uniquely positioned in every classroom to do both. How can writing help students see they are not alone?

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The Hechinger Report

MAY 12, 2024

Although state and local leaders are building comprehensive plans to increase the number of Black teachers, few plans include the recruitment of more Black principals, who play a critical role in Black teachers’ development. Only 10 percent of public school principals nationwide are Black , which helps explain why hiring and retaining Black teachers has been so problematic.

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ED Surge

MAY 8, 2024

In a time when technological advancements shape our daily lives and drive economic growth, focusing on STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) education in K-12 schools is not just a trend but a necessity. Initiatives like the U.S. Department of Education's YOU Belong in STEM and the National Science Foundation's vision for the STEM Education of the Future underscore a national commitment to equipping students with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in a tech-centric world

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Society for Classical Studies

MAY 6, 2024

NEH Grantees: April 2024 kskordal Mon, 05/06/2024 - 09:22 Image Congratulations to the following individuals and organizations announced as National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Grantees in April 2024, for their projects in classical studies and adjacent fields: David Danzig, Paige Brevick (Save Ancient Studies Inc): Increasing Humanities Engagement through Archaeogaming Christy Schirmer: A Socioeconomic History of River Exploitation in the Roman Empire Joel Mann (St.

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Anthropology.net

MAY 16, 2024

A bone, meticulously carved with 17 parallel incisions, offers a window into the ancient world of the Neanderthals. Discovered in Poland, this artifact challenges our understanding of their cognitive abilities and symbolic culture. Different views of a roughly 4-inches-long (10.6 centimeters) bear bone that has Neanderthal-made cut marks on it. (Image credit: T.

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Moler's Musing

MAY 11, 2024

As educators, it is our responsibility to make history come alive for our students. By employing a variety of teaching strategies and resources, we can help them develop a deep understanding and appreciation for the past. In this blog post, I will share my experience teaching the Civil War to my students, highlighting the activities and projects that proved most effective in engaging them and fostering their learning.

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Digital Promise

MAY 14, 2024

Micro-credentials can expand your personal and professional development, be combined to create a custom learning path, and can even kickstart a lifelong learning experience.

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The Hechinger Report

MAY 6, 2024

It was one of the most significant days in the history of the U.S. Supreme Court. On May 17, 1954, the nine justices unanimously ruled in Brown v. Board of Education that schools segregated by race did not provide an equal education. Students could no longer be barred from a school because of the color of their skin. To commemorate the 70th anniversary of the Brown decision, I wanted to look at how far we’ve come in integrating our schools and how far we still have to go.

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ED Surge

MAY 2, 2024

Balloon archways surrounded the stage as the superintendent of the Los Angeles Unified School District, Alberto Carvalho, last month announced what he hailed as a pioneering use of artificial intelligence in education. It’s a chatbot called “Ed” — an animated talking sun — which he described as: “our nation’s very first AI-powered learning-acceleration platform.

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Strange Maps

MAY 1, 2024

There was no internet during the Enlightenment, but something surprisingly similar did exist in the 17th and 18th centuries. This was the Republic of Letters: a virtual, global community of scientists and intellectuals who exchanged information using the fastest technology available at the time — the postal service. 15,000 letters The clue is in the name: letters tied this self-proclaimed, transnational society together.

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Anthropology.net

MAY 7, 2024

In the heart of Iraqi Kurdistan lies a cave that holds secrets from the depths of time. Among its ancient chambers, nestled in a gully, lay the remains of a 40-something woman, known as Shanidar Z. In a groundbreaking discovery, scientists have meticulously reconstructed her skull, offering a glimpse into the life of a Neanderthal who walked the Earth 75,000 years ago.

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Diane Ravitch

MAY 13, 2024

A few days ago, I joined a discussion with Dr. Tim Slekar and Dr. Johnny Lupinacci about the current state of public education. It was aired on their show “Busted Pencils,” which is dedicated to teachers, students, and public schools. We talked about charters, vouchers, testing, and how to get involved. Everyone can stand up for what they believe.

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Catlin Tucker

MAY 4, 2024

In the newest episode of The Balance , I chat with Ben Cogswell and Jenn Dean about their new book, EduProtocol Field Guide: Primary Edition. These two are a powerhouse of passion when it comes to educating young learners! Ben is a kindergarten teacher in Salinas, California. He was awarded Teacher of the Year, Computer Using Educators (CUE) Blended and Online Educator of the Year, CUE’s Gold Disk Award, and KSBW’s Crystal Apple Award.

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The Hechinger Report

MAY 3, 2024

BURLINGTON, Vt. — Hopeful young entrepreneurs in business schools routinely pitch ideas for startup companies as part of their classroom assignments. But the ones who were doing it at the University of Vermont were still in high school. It was the inaugural Vermont Pitch Challenge, to which nearly 150 teams from 27 states and seven countries had submitted their entrepreneurial brainstorms.

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ED Surge

MAY 15, 2024

STEM identity can last a lifetime and help students thrive in school, future careers and life. Inclusive STEM programs widen job opportunities for the growing technology sector, support students in building digital literacy skills and empower young people to become creators — not just consumers — of technology. Educators face the challenge of engaging students in STEM amidst limited resources.

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Society for Classical Studies

MAY 7, 2024

Announcing the 2024 Erich S. Gruen Prize kskordal Tue, 05/07/2024 - 08:44 Image On behalf of the Society for Classical Studies (SCS), the Erich S. Gruen Prize Committee invites all graduate students in North America to enter the fifth annual competition for the best graduate research paper on multiculturalism in the ancient Mediterranean. This year the prize will be a cash award of $1,000.

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Anthropology.net

MAY 14, 2024

In the lush landscapes of Papua New Guinea, a land steeped in mystery and tradition, lies a genetic tapestry rich with the echoes of ancient human migrations and interbreeding. A recent study 1 sheds light on the unique genetic adaptations of Papua New Guineans, revealing how genes inherited from Denisovans, extinct human relatives, may play a crucial role in their immune response.

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Digital Promise

MAY 14, 2024

The post How Verizon Innovative Learning Schools Improved Its Educators’ Job Satisfaction and Career Trajectories appeared first on Digital Promise.

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Strange Maps

MAY 13, 2024

Imagine it’s 2050 and the old countries of Europe are gone. In their place are entities based not on history, language, or ethnicity, but on the type of renewable energy they’re best at producing. A centralized power grid redistributes these variously sourced types of energy throughout the continent to even out temporary gaps and seasonal imbalances.

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The Hechinger Report

MAY 2, 2024

BOCA RATON, Fla. – It doesn’t take much searching to spot the fallout from the newest Florida law seeking to erase DEI, or diversity, equity and inclusion, from public campuses. Several weeks ago, for example, staff offices at Florida Atlantic University’s Center for Inclusion, Diversity Education and Advocacy in Boca Raton were vacant, with name plates blank and abandoned desks, plus LGBTQ+ flags, posters and pamphlets left behind.

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ED Surge

MAY 1, 2024

The advancements in technology are reshaping how we teach and learn, bringing new opportunities and challenges. To address such challenges, a concerted effort must be made to ensure that newer technologies are implemented thoughtfully and responsibly, with a focus on enhancing the educational experience for all students. Collaboration and open dialogue are key as we navigate this terrain, ensuring innovation meets the needs of today's educational institutions.

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Studies Weekly

MAY 2, 2024

A Teacher’s Guide to Celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month May 2, 2024 • Studies Weekly Diverse perspectives strengthen education, according to Heather Singmaster’s EdWeek article from November 2018. They broaden students’ view of history and teach them to respect people from different cultures. This month, you have the opportunity to foster students’ appreciation for Asian/Pacific Americans by celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month History of Asian Ameri

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Anthropology.net

MAY 15, 2024

Nestled near the tumultuous borders of present-day Ukraine and Russia lies Mykhailivka, a village with archaeological significance dating back millennia. Here, seventy years ago, Ukrainian researchers excavated pivotal insights into the enigmatic Yamnaya culture—a nomadic pastoralist society that emerged approximately 5,000 years ago. Photograph: Emese Gábor/Magyarságkutató Intézet/Hajdúsági Museum/Hajdúböszörmény The Yamnaya's Expansive Re

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Smithsonian Voices | Smithsonian Education

MAY 7, 2024

These free regularly scheduled, drop-in programs across the Smithsonian introduce the youngest learners and their caregivers to a wide-range of playful, engaging, age-appropriate topics, including shapes and storytelling, animals and nature, and music and movement

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MAY 5, 2024

Heinemann thanks our teachers! Get 15% off the list price of Heinemann Professional Books + free shipping for Teacher Appreciation Week! Restrictions apply.

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The Hechinger Report

MAY 10, 2024

CHICAGO — Jazmin Mejia went straight from high school to what she thought was the perfect fit at Loyola University, a 30-minute drive from the Chicago neighborhood where she grew up. But Mejia was quickly overwhelmed on the North Side campus of nearly 17,000 students. “The classes were too big,” said Mejia, 18. “I was struggling to ask for help.” A year later, she says college has become much more manageable.

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ED Surge

MAY 9, 2024

In the two decades that Jennifer Merriman has been in education, she’s seen a tendency in the field to solve problems by piling more tasks onto teachers who are already straining under the weight of their workloads. That ultimately works against what researchers say is one of the most important pillars of a school’s success: the well-being of its teachers.

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Society for Classical Studies

MAY 8, 2024

SCS Diablog: Forever in Bloom: Kehinde Wiley’s Archaeology of Silence Richard Armstrong Wed, 05/08/2024 - 10:29

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Anthropology.net

MAY 9, 2024

In Mayan civilization, mirrors held more than just reflections—they served as portals to realms beyond the mundane. While the superstition of seven years' misfortune echoes through time, the Maya imbued cracked mirrors 1 with a profound significance, utilizing them as conduits for communion with the divine. Pyrite Mosaic Mirror from Guatemala.

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