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project-based learning

How Project-Based Learning Can Increase Student Engagement

By Ray Bendici published

Project-based learning can foster student input, create hands-on opportunities, and lead to more unique learning experiences

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Chatbots in K-12: What You Need to Know

By Erik Ofgang last updated

Chatbots, or digital AI assistants, are increasingly being used in K-12 as an equitable intervention to promote student engagement and retention

connecting with families

How Schools and Districts Are Connecting with Families

By Ray Bendici published

Connecting with families continues to be a focus for educators as the 2021-22 school year begins

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social media-addicted teens

5 Tips for Talking to Social Media-Addicted Teens

By Nicole Rice published

Talking to social-media addicted teens requires meeting them where they communicate

enaging students

Classroom Engagement: 4 Tips From Students for Teachers

By Erik Ofgang published

Four students share their advice for teachers looking to create more engaging and impactful classes.

Cybernetics

How to Use Cybernetics in Education

By Erik Ofgang published

Feedback loops and understanding systems are key components of cybernetics that lend themselves to classroom learning.

esports

How Esports Taps the Power of Near-Peer Mentorship

By Katie Salen published

Esports is an ideal environment to partner college students with high school students to build life skills and prepare for the road ahead

TalkingPoints

Best TalkingPoints Tips And Tricks Guide For Teachers

By Luke Edwards published

How to best use the non-profit translation communication platform for the ultimate student results.

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5 Ways a School Board Can Engage the Community During a Crisis

By Tara Smith published

Taking time to communicate with and listen to the community is critical—especially during a crisis

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How to Quickly Email Parents in Multiple Languages

By Shelly Terrell last updated

big Form Mule is such an incredible Google Sheets email merge add-on that allows you to send personalized emails using a spreadsheet and email template.

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