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Three Years Behind
This initial effort has helped faculty (admittedly, not all) to look for ways to integrate more technology into the methods that they demonstrate to pre-service educators.
Keep Doors Open for Students in Washington State
By: Richard Cole and Dave Quall. Well-intentioned legislation under consideration in Olympia threatens to shut down the 1418 program – denying thousands of students who, like Nicolas, rely on program flexibility to continue working toward graduation.
Unlocking the Power of Digital Learning in the Classroom
By: Leshia Hoot. Who says learning can’t be fun and interesting? Just a few years ago, we could have barely imagined the opportunities available in the classroom today.
How Adaptive Technology is Revolutionizing English Learners
By: Rob Waldron. The future of adaptive technology is bright. Teachers will have more tools that meet their ELs where they are and offer the same rigor of the Common Core—built to support the same college and career readiness standards all children need.
Student Report From #SXSWedu: The Rules of 21st Century Education
By: Diego Macias. The highlights included getting to see Wendy Davis speak about her plan for education, attending sessions having to do with blended learning and using technology in classrooms effectively, a short film about school lunches, and the learning about the politics involved in education.
#SXSWedu: This is the Moment of Truth
But I want to talk about the moment of truth (insert inspirational trumpet music here). That moment when we all part ways. When we get in the car (or on a plane or other mode of transportation) and go home, reflecting on what just happened.
The Importance of Teaching Students About New Media
By: James Walker. In today's educational environment, if you don't integrate new media into your classroom, you're not preparing your students for the real-world environment to follow.
Live From #SXSWedu: Teachers Need To Embrace Technology
A lot of students like to learn with technology because they’ve grown up surrounded by technology their whole lives, and they’re more comfortable with it. Teachers shouldn’t be afraid to use more technology because it’s for the benefit of their students.
Live From SXSWedu: Cook Up A Batch Of Blended Learning
By: Brianna Soliz. We don’t want our future to be fully dependent on technology; we just want technology to play a supporting role. It was a great first session and I’m glad I was able to be part of it.
How Online Learning Enables Personalized Learning – An Interview with Dr. Lisa Collins
By: LOtL Editors. We recently sat down with Dr. Lisa Collins, the Senior Director for Instruction and Training at our sponsor, Fuel Education, to discuss what personalized learning means, how online learning enables it, and how the online learning experience differs from the traditional school experience.