This is a thought-provoking article about what is expected of preschool classes for three- and four-year-old children. The researchers discuss what makes a quality preschool for all children, the importance of providing time to play, the amount of time a teacher talks to the entire class, the difference in preschool classes for wealthy vs not wealthy children, etc.
A top researcher says it's time to rethink our entire approach to preschool: www.mtpr.org/2022-02-10/a-top-researcher-says-its-time-to-rethink-our-entire-approach-to-preschool
This is a thought-provoking article about what is expected of preschool classes for three- and four-year-old children. The researchers discuss what makes a quality preschool for all children, the importance of providing time to play, the amount of time a teacher talks to the entire class, the difference in preschool classes for wealthy vs not wealthy children, etc.
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5 things that are motivating students even more than good grades: districtadministration.com/5-things-that-are-motivating-students-even-more-than-good-grades//
"Engagement is rebounding as most students have spent most of this school year learning in-person." This is an encouraging article about what motivates students as they come back to in-person learning in the classroom. Stephen Downes created a list of educational YouTube channels: www.reddit.com/r/edtech/comments/sit1xq/i_made_a_list_of_educational_youtube_channels/
February 2022 is full of palindrome dates—dates that read the same forward and backward—but two dates stand out:
Zoom/Video Conferencing Best Practices Revealed in New Research: www.techlearning.com/news/zoomvideo-conferencing-best-practices-revealed-in-new-research
Looking at the camera and the camera angle are two of the things that affect how presenters and participants are viewed by others in Zoom/video conferences according to these researchers. Using Technology to Support 10 Executive Functioning Skills: www.edutopia.org/article/using-technology-support-10-executive-functioning-skills
I liked this article because it explained the purpose of using specific technologies in an easy to understand way so that it can be successfully implemented to meet instructional goals. 13 ways to improve science and engineering lessons in the early grades: districtadministration.com/13-ways-improve-science-engineering-stem-elementary-school/
This checklist could be helpful for teachers, administrators, school board members, and others concerned with the curriculum in prek through fifth grade classrooms. How Halloween Can Meet 2021's Challenges: www.middleweb.com/9827/halloween-goes-to-school/
There are links great resources in this article that can make celebrating fall and Halloween a fun and exciting experience while still emphasizing learning. New Study Shows Reading Remediation in Middle School Led More Students to Attend College and Earn Degrees: www.the74million.org/new-study-shows-reading-remediation-in-middle-school-led-more-students-to-attend-college-and-earn-degrees/
The title of the article pretty well explains the results of the study. This is a study that would be particularly helpful to share with parents and with administrators who wonder about, and question, the benefits of reading remediation in middle school. Creating a Culture of Learning: www.edutopia.org/article/creating-culture-learning
"A look at three steps schools can take this year to ensure that students are deeply engaged in their learning." These are practical steps and especially helpful when planning lessons. |
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