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Do You Have A Blended Learning Department? You Should.
Washington, D.C., is an interesting place for education, as we recently witnessed while touring schools there with a group from Kansas City to learn more about what the district has done to blended and personalized learning.
EdTech 10: Measure Twice, Learn Once
This week's EdTech 10 includes stories on the importance of measuring learning as well as examples of the many different types of learning that can be measured.
You Can Thank Mom for More than the Meal Itself: 15 Tips for Family Dinner
On Mother's Day, let's thank mom not only for the food she prepares with love, but the extra boost to educational success that sitting down to family meals provides to children.
Navigating Scholarships and Creating Your Own Pathway to College
By: Nara Lee. The average amount of national student debt hovers around $30,000 for college graduates. However it is actually possible to graduate college with little to no debt--here is how to navigate scholarships while creating your own pathway.
Motivating and Monitoring Performance: 6 Recommendations
We began this blog series asking the question: "to leaderboard or not?" After reviewing the subject of performance monitoring in private and public, in formal and informal settings, and for individuals and teams, and we've drawn these six conclusions.
Take a Risk and Follow Your Own Path in Life
By: Anisha Srivastava. After winning Pearson's Student Coding Competition, Anisha explains combining her newfound passions for entrepreneurship and education.
EdTech 10: Have You Thanked a Teacher This Week?
It’s the time of year when we pause to focus on all of the teachers--past and present--who are making a difference by showing them the love and appreciation they deserve.
A Silent Wish for Teacher Appreciation Week
By: Amy Lin. This week, parents and students nationwide will show their gratitude to teachers. As an educator, what do you really wish for? Share with us here or on social media.
Chavez Schools: Where Grads Leave Ready to Make a Difference
While in Washington, D.C., we visited Chavez Schools, a school with expanded blended learning opportunities that's teaching its students three dimensions of college readiness: academic preparation, academic tenacity and college knowledge.
Transforming Schools Through Strengths-Based PD
By: Laura McBain. What would professional development look like for teachers if we focused on our greatest strengths as opposed to our greatest deficits? Here's an example of changing the mindset and practices of one school by doing just that.