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Maximizing Tier 1 Instruction: Strategies and Benefits of Effective Scaffolding [Infographic]
Scaffolding in Tier 1 instruction helps all students access grade-level content by providing temporary support that is gradually removed as students gain independence. Key strategies include activating prior knowledge, pre-teaching vocabulary, using ...[Read More]
When Teachers Left My School, I Felt Like a Failure. Here’s What I Learned.
A couple of months ago, I had a conversation with another leader who was listening to some of my frustrations about how the school year was going. This school year is unique as we just opened a new building with over 450 students in kindergarten thro...[Read More]
Transforming your thesis into a publishable article
Turning a lengthy academic paper into a concise, high-impact journal article requires careful planning, revision, and adherence to journal expectations. This guide outlines key strategies to navigate the process effectively. The post Transforming you...[Read More]
Students Are Unmotivated to Learn. Would Consulting Them For Curriculum Help?
Julius Cervantes, a first generation college graduate, didn’t appreciate school’s relevance for his life until senior year of high school. Prior to that, Cervantes would show up to school late, and teachers didn’t seem to mind. It’s not that he thoug...[Read More]
Surprising College Admissions Struggles Among Higher-Income Families
Spark Admissions, a college admissions consulting firm serving families across the globe, has released new survey findings that offer critical … Read more The post Surprising College Admissions Struggles Among Higher-Income Families appeared fi...[Read More]
Grant Program to Give Free Access to AI-Powered Reading Platform
E-reading publishing company Rebind has announced a new “Classics in the Classroom” grant program for United States high school and college educators, providing free access to the company’s AI-powered reading platform for the Fall 2...[Read More]
Research: 1 in 3 Kids Use AI for Learning
In a survey of parents with children aged 8 or younger, nearly a third of respondents (29%) said their child has used AI for school-related learning, according to a new report from Common Sense Media.
Building Systems That Serve: The Power of the Getting Smart Innovation Framework
School and system redesign is not new. Throughout the history of formalized education, educators and leaders have challenged the “one-size-fits-all” factory model, striving for more effective learning approaches. While this model increased access to ...[Read More]
From Fire TV to Signage Stick: University of Utah’s Digital Signage Evolution
The University of Utah, established in 1850, is the state’s flagship institution of higher education. Located in Salt Lake City, it serves over 34,000 students across 17 colleges and schools. The post From Fire TV to Signage Stick: University o...[Read More]
How Large Print Books Create a ‘Virtuous Cycle’ for All Readers
America’s schools are facing a crisis in reading achievement. The recently released National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) found that only 31 percent of 4th graders and 30 percent of 8th graders were reading at or above a proficient level...[Read More]
The end of STEM: Why AI-driven education must replace an outdated model
It is time to discard STEM education entirely and replace it with a more progressive, cost-effective, and skills-based alternative–one that harnesses AI to create a more adaptive, personalized, and relevant educational system for the twenty-fir...[Read More]
Estonia to Roll Out ChatGPT Edu for all Secondary Schools
In a nationwide artificial intelligence program dubbed “AI Leap 2025,” the country of Estonia plans to provide free access to leading AI applications for all secondary school students and teachers. The initiative will launch with a rollou...[Read More]