The best assessment processes allow a learner to be measured alongside milestones of their own developmental trajectory, not in comparison to arbitrary—and potentially outdated—standards that may or may not reflect their unique, lived experiences.
The "rater effect"—or the effect of the individual doing the rating on the resulting score—impacts teachers' subjective judgments during the gifted and talented identification process.
When physical education is modified to be accessible and fun, all students can build the confidence, competence and motivation to see movement as part of a healthy and joyful lifestyle.
The contest is now open for the District Administration Top EdTech Products awards, which are designed to showcase the latest in edtech innovation, with the emphasis on how these technology solutions are breaking new ground in the edtech market.
A key to the mission at Sea Lab is for students to work "as scientists" across disciplines. Recent projects have had students grow lettuce in a hydroponic aquarium and compose music based on the sinking of military ships. "There's a little bit of whimsy science thrown in," teacher facilitator Simone Bourgeois explains. "We do everything from meteorology to zoology to any content science a student might approach in high school or college."
The state's childhood obesity rates have risen to nearly 24% from 21%, reflecting a similar, albeit higher, trajectory than national rates. During the pandemic, the state obesity rate hit a high of more than 26%.
The Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) is pleased to continue to support the work of current and aspiring superintendents and district leadership teams in leading all aspects of digital learning transformations.
Worcester Public Schools' new strategic plan is more than just a road map for Superintendent Rachel Monárrez. It represents a "five-year promise" to the community.
Date & Time: Thursday, April 18 at 12pm ET
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Tune in to this podcast to learn more about the findings of the report, as well as what approaches can help district leaders to overcome the most common school facilities challenges identified by the study.
