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#school-attendance

Millions of kids are still skipping school. Could the answer be recess - and a little cash?

Medford High improved student attendance by offering organized sports at lunch as a reward for attending all classes, highlighting effective engagement strategies.

Oregon school attendance inches up and ninth graders on track to graduate, new data reveals

Oregon students are showing increased school attendance following pandemic declines, with significant improvements especially among elementary school students.

Millions of kids are still skipping school. Could the answer be recess - and a little cash?

Medford High improved student attendance by offering organized sports at lunch as a reward for attending all classes, highlighting effective engagement strategies.

Oregon school attendance inches up and ninth graders on track to graduate, new data reveals

Oregon students are showing increased school attendance following pandemic declines, with significant improvements especially among elementary school students.
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#yoga

Yoga Teachers, Your Students Will Thank You for This Approach to Sequencing

Anatomical knowledge enhances yoga practice, but must be presented engagingly to avoid overwhelming students.

Yoga Teachers, Are You Falling Into This Common Trap?

Effective teaching in yoga classes should balance demonstration with active observation of students to provide tailored guidance.

Yoga Teachers, Your Students Will Thank You for This Approach to Sequencing

Anatomical knowledge enhances yoga practice, but must be presented engagingly to avoid overwhelming students.

Yoga Teachers, Are You Falling Into This Common Trap?

Effective teaching in yoga classes should balance demonstration with active observation of students to provide tailored guidance.
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#teaching-methods

This Professor's Class Goes on The Day After an Election

The day after an election offers invaluable learning opportunities for students, emphasizing the importance of engaging with current events in educational settings.

Trump: Six-week abortion limit is "too short"

Digital tools enhance engagement and collaboration in education.
Technology enables personalized learning experiences for diverse student needs.
Embracing technology is crucial for skill development and future preparation.
Addressing digital equity is essential as schools adopt digital resources.

Why Spontaneous, Hands-On Learning Should Be Encouraged In Every ECE Classroom

Hands-on, spontaneous learning significantly enhances student engagement and retention, particularly for neurodivergent learners.

What Are The Advantages Of Blended Learning In Educational And Corporate Environments?

Blended learning effectively integrates traditional and digital education methods, resulting in enhanced flexibility, engagement, and cost savings.

3 Ways to Get Your Teen Excited About School

Engaged students are more likely to thrive and believe in a positive future.
Lack of engagement often manifests through minimal effort and unchallenging schoolwork.

10 suggestions for improving class PowerPoints (opinion)

Effective PowerPoint presentations are structured lesson blueprints that emphasize pedagogy and student engagement.

This Professor's Class Goes on The Day After an Election

The day after an election offers invaluable learning opportunities for students, emphasizing the importance of engaging with current events in educational settings.

Trump: Six-week abortion limit is "too short"

Digital tools enhance engagement and collaboration in education.
Technology enables personalized learning experiences for diverse student needs.
Embracing technology is crucial for skill development and future preparation.
Addressing digital equity is essential as schools adopt digital resources.

Why Spontaneous, Hands-On Learning Should Be Encouraged In Every ECE Classroom

Hands-on, spontaneous learning significantly enhances student engagement and retention, particularly for neurodivergent learners.

What Are The Advantages Of Blended Learning In Educational And Corporate Environments?

Blended learning effectively integrates traditional and digital education methods, resulting in enhanced flexibility, engagement, and cost savings.

3 Ways to Get Your Teen Excited About School

Engaged students are more likely to thrive and believe in a positive future.
Lack of engagement often manifests through minimal effort and unchallenging schoolwork.

10 suggestions for improving class PowerPoints (opinion)

Effective PowerPoint presentations are structured lesson blueprints that emphasize pedagogy and student engagement.
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History Club Los Gatos hosting holiday boutique

The History Club of Los Gatos is hosting a holiday boutique fundraiser with 27 vendors on November 23-24.
NUMU offers free admission on December 1, featuring guided museum tours.
Agroecology education at Los Gatos High School emphasizes student engagement through hands-on gardening experiences.
#education

Attention teachers: 7 ways AI can actually be helpful in the classroom

AI can be harnessed in education to facilitate learning while minimizing cheating.
Teachers can encourage students to analyze AI outputs, promoting understanding instead of misuse.
Affordable technology like Raspberry Pi allows teachers to integrate AI into their curriculum.

Teachers Share The Biggest Differences Between Millennials, Gen Z, And Gen Alpha

Teachers are observing significant differences in resilience and independence among the new generations of students.

Not-so-great expectations: Students are reading fewer books in English class

The pandemic significantly affected students' engagement with full-length novels, leading to a shift towards shorter reading materials in classrooms.

Cell phones have been taking over classrooms. These Boston-area schools are making a stand.

Schools are addressing post-pandemic attention issues by implementing stricter cellphone policies to improve student focus and social engagement.

College students uncertain about AI policies in classrooms

Many students lack clarity about appropriate AI use in academic settings, indicating a gap in education as generative AI becomes prevalent.

The Payoffs (and Pitfalls) of Team Teaching

Team teaching enriches student learning by exposing them to diverse perspectives and fostering critical thinking.

Attention teachers: 7 ways AI can actually be helpful in the classroom

AI can be harnessed in education to facilitate learning while minimizing cheating.
Teachers can encourage students to analyze AI outputs, promoting understanding instead of misuse.
Affordable technology like Raspberry Pi allows teachers to integrate AI into their curriculum.

Teachers Share The Biggest Differences Between Millennials, Gen Z, And Gen Alpha

Teachers are observing significant differences in resilience and independence among the new generations of students.

Not-so-great expectations: Students are reading fewer books in English class

The pandemic significantly affected students' engagement with full-length novels, leading to a shift towards shorter reading materials in classrooms.

Cell phones have been taking over classrooms. These Boston-area schools are making a stand.

Schools are addressing post-pandemic attention issues by implementing stricter cellphone policies to improve student focus and social engagement.

College students uncertain about AI policies in classrooms

Many students lack clarity about appropriate AI use in academic settings, indicating a gap in education as generative AI becomes prevalent.

The Payoffs (and Pitfalls) of Team Teaching

Team teaching enriches student learning by exposing them to diverse perspectives and fostering critical thinking.
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#ai-in-education

AI is everywhere. How should schools handle it? Teachers' different approaches show its potential and limits

AI tools are actively encouraged in classrooms to enhance learning and problem-solving skills.

The Role Of AI In Educational Software Solutions

AI-driven educational software personalizes learning experiences for individual students, promoting engagement and support tailored to unique learning needs.

Revolutionizing Literacy Instruction: The Power Of AI Reading Passages In K-12 Education

Innovative literacy solutions, such as AI reading passages, are essential to address declining reading proficiency and foster engagement among K-12 students.

Teachers Are Getting REAL About ChatGPT And AI Tools In The Classroom

Educators are concerned that students are relying on AI for answers instead of developing critical thinking and research skills.

Teachers' mounting ChatGPT frustrations: They keep using it, even though I've warned them not to'

The rise of AI tools in education has created frustration and challenges for teachers in promoting authentic student work.

A teacher caught students using ChatGPT on their first assignment to introduce themselves. Her post about it started a debate.

AI's use in education raises concerns about students' critical thinking skills and engagement in assignments.

AI is everywhere. How should schools handle it? Teachers' different approaches show its potential and limits

AI tools are actively encouraged in classrooms to enhance learning and problem-solving skills.

The Role Of AI In Educational Software Solutions

AI-driven educational software personalizes learning experiences for individual students, promoting engagement and support tailored to unique learning needs.

Revolutionizing Literacy Instruction: The Power Of AI Reading Passages In K-12 Education

Innovative literacy solutions, such as AI reading passages, are essential to address declining reading proficiency and foster engagement among K-12 students.

Teachers Are Getting REAL About ChatGPT And AI Tools In The Classroom

Educators are concerned that students are relying on AI for answers instead of developing critical thinking and research skills.

Teachers' mounting ChatGPT frustrations: They keep using it, even though I've warned them not to'

The rise of AI tools in education has created frustration and challenges for teachers in promoting authentic student work.

A teacher caught students using ChatGPT on their first assignment to introduce themselves. Her post about it started a debate.

AI's use in education raises concerns about students' critical thinking skills and engagement in assignments.
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#higher-education

'We need you': Fewer Black men are enrolling in HBCUs. Here's what is lost

The enrollment of Black men at HBCUs has hit a historic low, impacting campus life and community connections.

Fewer Black men are enrolling in HBCUs. Here's why and what's being done

The enrollment of Black men at Historically Black Colleges and Universities is at its lowest since 1976, raising concerns about representation and community impact.

Students aren't slackers, they're goldmines

Marketers should leverage Freshers' Week to build lifelong brand affinity among students eager for new experiences.

5 Gamification Elements For Higher Education That Can Help You Incorporate Diversity

Gamification engages students in higher education by incorporating game mechanics, enhancing motivation, and personalizing learning experiences.

Extending fun college orientation activities through October

Campbell University's First 50 Days initiative enhances orientation by extending engagement efforts for the first 50 days of the academic year.

5 Strategies for Reaching Out to Students

Messages should be personal and warm, coming from individuals rather than offices.
Communications must be relevant to students to keep their attention.
Always include a call to action in messages.

'We need you': Fewer Black men are enrolling in HBCUs. Here's what is lost

The enrollment of Black men at HBCUs has hit a historic low, impacting campus life and community connections.

Fewer Black men are enrolling in HBCUs. Here's why and what's being done

The enrollment of Black men at Historically Black Colleges and Universities is at its lowest since 1976, raising concerns about representation and community impact.

Students aren't slackers, they're goldmines

Marketers should leverage Freshers' Week to build lifelong brand affinity among students eager for new experiences.

5 Gamification Elements For Higher Education That Can Help You Incorporate Diversity

Gamification engages students in higher education by incorporating game mechanics, enhancing motivation, and personalizing learning experiences.

Extending fun college orientation activities through October

Campbell University's First 50 Days initiative enhances orientation by extending engagement efforts for the first 50 days of the academic year.

5 Strategies for Reaching Out to Students

Messages should be personal and warm, coming from individuals rather than offices.
Communications must be relevant to students to keep their attention.
Always include a call to action in messages.
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Kamala Harris will spend election night at Howard University

Kamala Harris hosts election night at Howard University, emphasizing her roots and commitment to student engagement in the electoral process.

Oregon Department of Education establishes guidance on classroom cell phone policy

School districts are increasingly enforcing strict cell phone policies, marking a shift in classroom management.

I'm a California teacher who thinks phone use in classrooms is a big problem. I'm not convinced a new law will solve it.

California's new law requires schools to limit smartphone use, aiming to reduce distractions and improve student focus.
Teacher Joelle Clark highlights the challenges of smartphone policies in classrooms, emphasizing the need for consistency.

How Chabot College is getting students back on campus: A new library

Chabot College's new Library and Learning Center has quickly become essential, with over 35,000 student visits this semester.

BridgeUSA hosts constructive-dialogue event at GW University

The debate at George Washington University demonstrated civil discourse on a contentious topic, highlighting young people's desire for open political discussions.
#personalized-learning

The Role Of Augmented Reality In Education: Revolutionizing Learning Experiences

Augmented Reality enhances engagement and understanding in education by creating immersive learning experiences.

Leveraging ChatGPT Omni To Enhance Speed And Quality In eLearning Programs

ChatGPT Omni enhances eLearning through personalized experiences, content creation, student support, administrative tasks streamlining, engagement improvement, language accessibility.

The Role Of Smart Technology In eLearning: 4 Ways To Enhance The Learning Experience

Smart technology enhances eLearning by personalizing learning experiences, automating instructor tasks, and increasing student engagement.

The Role Of Augmented Reality In Education: Revolutionizing Learning Experiences

Augmented Reality enhances engagement and understanding in education by creating immersive learning experiences.

Leveraging ChatGPT Omni To Enhance Speed And Quality In eLearning Programs

ChatGPT Omni enhances eLearning through personalized experiences, content creation, student support, administrative tasks streamlining, engagement improvement, language accessibility.

The Role Of Smart Technology In eLearning: 4 Ways To Enhance The Learning Experience

Smart technology enhances eLearning by personalizing learning experiences, automating instructor tasks, and increasing student engagement.
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California Is Flooding School Cafeterias With Vegan Meals-and Kids Like It

A summer program in California public schools successfully engaged students in learning about food origins, leading to increased food appreciation and reduced waste.

Exploring the Future of Virtual Reality in Education

VR technology can greatly enhance traditional education methods and student engagement.
Immersive experiences like virtual field trips can transform learning.
Challenges for VR in education include cost and accessibility.
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Questioning Questions

Teaching philosophy involves balancing sensitive topics with student diversity and potential anxiety about unpredictable discussions.
#cornell-university

Cornell Votes fields a surge of student interest in voting | Cornell Chronicle

Cornell Votes aims for 90% student participation in the upcoming elections, reflecting growing interest and engagement among students.

Food hackathon to kick off year of weekend events | Cornell Chronicle

Cornell is expanding hackathons to address global challenges through diverse student collaborations, fostering innovative solutions across various sectors.

Cornell Votes fields a surge of student interest in voting | Cornell Chronicle

Cornell Votes aims for 90% student participation in the upcoming elections, reflecting growing interest and engagement among students.

Food hackathon to kick off year of weekend events | Cornell Chronicle

Cornell is expanding hackathons to address global challenges through diverse student collaborations, fostering innovative solutions across various sectors.
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#attention-span

How to put your phone down and get back into habit of reading books

The decline in attention span is affecting reading habits, with students struggling to engage with novels.
Distraction from smartphones is a major barrier to reading; keeping them out of reach can help improve focus.

Drop It Like a Squat: Exercise Breaks Can Enhance Attention

Exercise breaks improve attention and memory.
Students feel more focused and engaged after physical activity during lectures.

How to put your phone down and get back into habit of reading books

The decline in attention span is affecting reading habits, with students struggling to engage with novels.
Distraction from smartphones is a major barrier to reading; keeping them out of reach can help improve focus.

Drop It Like a Squat: Exercise Breaks Can Enhance Attention

Exercise breaks improve attention and memory.
Students feel more focused and engaged after physical activity during lectures.
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Strategies For Student Success: Learning Contracts And Performance Metrics In Language Learning Courses

Learning contracts promote student autonomy by allowing tailored educational experiences based on individual learning goals and strengths.
#philosophy-club

University of Denver Undergraduate Philosophy Club: Tinkering

The DU Philosophy Club fosters inclusive discussions accessible to all students, regardless of their philosophical background.

Seattle University's Philosophy Club: An Overview

The philosophy club at Seattle University encourages engagement from students of all levels in a welcoming environment for philosophical inquiry.

University of Denver Undergraduate Philosophy Club: Tinkering

The DU Philosophy Club fosters inclusive discussions accessible to all students, regardless of their philosophical background.

Seattle University's Philosophy Club: An Overview

The philosophy club at Seattle University encourages engagement from students of all levels in a welcoming environment for philosophical inquiry.
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Juxtapoz Magazine - Light into Density: Abstract Encounters 1920s-1960s

The Jan Shrem and Maria Manetti Shrem Museum is showcasing a unique student-curated exhibition highlighting 20th-century abstract art for the first time in decades.
#education-reform

Who's running for Oakland school board District 3?

Despite challenges, Oakland schools are improving, focusing on fiscal stability and innovative programs for student engagement.

Indiana's cellphone ban means less school drama. But students miss their headphones

The Indiana law restricting phones in schools has notably improved student focus and engagement, as illustrated by Jadon Howard's experience.

Who's running for Oakland school board District 3?

Despite challenges, Oakland schools are improving, focusing on fiscal stability and innovative programs for student engagement.

Indiana's cellphone ban means less school drama. But students miss their headphones

The Indiana law restricting phones in schools has notably improved student focus and engagement, as illustrated by Jadon Howard's experience.
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#presidential-debate

SJ State students host debate watch party, discuss what issues concern them

Students are motivated to engage in the presidential debate due to various issues affecting their lives.

At a Wisconsin Watch Party, the Debate Leaves Some Students Uninspired

Many students' opinions about the presidential candidates remained unchanged after the debate, questioning their voting intentions.

SJ State students host debate watch party, discuss what issues concern them

Students are motivated to engage in the presidential debate due to various issues affecting their lives.

At a Wisconsin Watch Party, the Debate Leaves Some Students Uninspired

Many students' opinions about the presidential candidates remained unchanged after the debate, questioning their voting intentions.
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#elearning

How Virtual Reality Is Transforming Education

VR is transforming education by making learning more immersive, engaging, and tailored to individual needs.

Supporting Your Child's Engagement And Motivation In eLearning

Creating a distraction-free and personalized learning environment can significantly enhance kids' motivation in eLearning.

Leveraging The Power Of eLearning: Effective Strategies For Students And Educators

Maximizing eLearning effectiveness necessitates interactive tools, structured environments, and multimedia resources tailored to students' and educators’ needs.

eLearning 101: The Basics Of An Online Learning Environment

eLearning utilizes electronic means for education, improving accessibility and flexibility for learners.

How Virtual Reality Is Transforming Education

VR is transforming education by making learning more immersive, engaging, and tailored to individual needs.

Supporting Your Child's Engagement And Motivation In eLearning

Creating a distraction-free and personalized learning environment can significantly enhance kids' motivation in eLearning.

Leveraging The Power Of eLearning: Effective Strategies For Students And Educators

Maximizing eLearning effectiveness necessitates interactive tools, structured environments, and multimedia resources tailored to students' and educators’ needs.

eLearning 101: The Basics Of An Online Learning Environment

eLearning utilizes electronic means for education, improving accessibility and flexibility for learners.
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#mental-health

Some schools are going beyond cell phone bans

The "gradual apathy pandemic" among students is driven by social media and post-COVID isolation, leading to decreased engagement in school activities.

Schools are competing with cell phones. Here's how they think they could win.

The 'gradual apathy pandemic' reflects a deeper disengagement among students, exacerbated by social media and post-COVID isolation.

California schools must limit student smartphone use by 2026

California has enacted a law to limit smartphone use in schools, focusing on mental health and student engagement.

Some schools are going beyond cell phone bans

The "gradual apathy pandemic" among students is driven by social media and post-COVID isolation, leading to decreased engagement in school activities.

Schools are competing with cell phones. Here's how they think they could win.

The 'gradual apathy pandemic' reflects a deeper disengagement among students, exacerbated by social media and post-COVID isolation.

California schools must limit student smartphone use by 2026

California has enacted a law to limit smartphone use in schools, focusing on mental health and student engagement.
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#learning-outcomes

Student Engagement: What It Is + 7 Effective Strategies To Promote It

Student engagement is critical for academic success and overall student achievement.

Modern Assessment Techniques In eLearning

Modern assessment techniques can enhance individual learning experiences and improve overall educational outcomes.

Student Engagement: What It Is + 7 Effective Strategies To Promote It

Student engagement is critical for academic success and overall student achievement.

Modern Assessment Techniques In eLearning

Modern assessment techniques can enhance individual learning experiences and improve overall educational outcomes.
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Value of giving students choice in their assignments (opinion)

Assignments must engage students through choice to accommodate diverse backgrounds and interests.

Pandemic-era learning loss recovering but not for all students

U.S. students have seen slow recovery in math and reading post-pandemic, revealing ongoing inequalities in education.

I'm a professor. I tell all my college freshmen these 6 tips so they have a successful first year.

Attend class regularly for academic success and communication with professors.

Can Perceived Gender Bias Shape Pair Programming in Remote Settings? | HackerNoon

This study investigates how perceived gender affects productivity perceptions in pair programming, aiming to understand its impact on gender representation in computing.

The Most Beautiful College Quads in the US

University quads play a crucial role in student life, serving as community gathering spots and symbols of institutional pride.
#technology-in-education

Addressing Equity Gaps In Online Education

Online learning can significantly enhance student equity by providing previously unavailable opportunities.

Enhancing school safety: Leveraging multi-sensor devices and video technology software

Data-driven video technology offers innovative safety solutions in schools, improving security and learning environments.

Addressing Equity Gaps In Online Education

Online learning can significantly enhance student equity by providing previously unavailable opportunities.

Enhancing school safety: Leveraging multi-sensor devices and video technology software

Data-driven video technology offers innovative safety solutions in schools, improving security and learning environments.
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Tinder update targets college students as dating apps struggle | TechCrunch

Tinder U introduces new profile badges for college students to foster relatable connections and offers discounts on premium subscriptions to attract more users.

Engaging students in their education on the first class day (opinion)

First-day activities that are engaging and fun help reduce anxiety and foster communication among students.

Enterprise software is the downfall of higher ed

The learning management system (LMS) often causes frustration due to constant changes and challenges in its interface, impacting teaching and student engagement.
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California schools are saying no phones. Students are finding ways around the bans.

Banning cellphones in schools increases socialization and reduces bullying but presents enforcement challenges and reveals issues of student device addiction.

Arlington Bans Phones in Schools-Sort Of - Washingtonian

Phone-free school policies are gaining traction in Virginia, with Arlington Public Schools leading the charge for elementary and middle school students.
The Virginia Department of Education is considering state-wide cell phone bans in schools, reflecting a growing movement against student phone use.

Let them hear it! UCLA is putting standing students behind visitors' bench at the Rose Bowl

UCLA's new seating arrangement aims to enhance game atmosphere with students positioned behind the opposing team's bench in a standing-only area.

2 East Bay high schools require students to put cell phones in pouches under new pilot program

The Mount Diablo Unified School District implemented a new pilot program requiring students to lock their cell phones in pouches, resulting in increased engagement and social interactions.

Education Perfect embeds AI-backed feedback tool

Education Perfect (EP) introducing AI feedback tool for students in brand refresh.

NYC's ill-conceived, taxpayer-funded Summer Rising program flounders as fraction of 110K students show up

Summer Rising attendance decline raises concerns over $350 million spending for the program.

Free NYC summer program allows students to be amateur marine biologists

Inspiring the next generation of environmental stewards through hands-on STEM programs in waterfront parks.

ALI announces 2024-2027 postdoctoral fellowship recipients | Cornell Chronicle

ALI supports teaching postdoctoral fellows in various departments to enhance active learning.

A teacher's hack for getting kids excited for math went viral. Experts explain why it works

Innovative teaching methods, such as incorporating music and movement, can engage students and enhance learning experiences.

Winning Young Reporters experience newsroom realities

Young Reporter Scheme winners day hosted by Kingston University provided hands-on newsroom experience.
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