   | | | Head of the Class |  | | |  | - Can digital tools help students improve their grades?
These days, students have more choices than ever when it comes to education technology. Among the digital tools being used is Echo360, a type of "lecture capture" technology, which has replaced the basic recorder in some classrooms. The tool also allows students to better organize information, view corresponding images and videos and help them focus on key points for exams. At one university using the technology, a professor says early results show that students' grades have increased. Forbes (8/30)        |  | Reading Intervention Webinar Series, Part 1: 9/25, 2pm ET
Join Foundations in Learning's panel of experts on Tuesday, Sept. 25, at 2:00pm ET to discuss Reading Intervention in the general population. Learn what has worked at Hillside Elementary School in West Des Moines, Iowa, and how RTI Tier II strategies have improved automatic word recognition skills and have facilitated fluency and comprehension. Register Now |
 | | | eLearning | | | |  | - Why teachers should use mobile learning in the classroom
Teachers should consider using mobile learning in the classroom, according to the writer of this article, who suggests four reasons for doing so. These include accessibility -- primarily because of the prevalence of smartphones -- the ability to customize content and track student progress, and the ability to infuse variety into lessons through options such as educational videos, online quizzes and discussion forums. Edudemic (8/27) |  | From Culture Shock to Citizens of the World
As teachers, is it our duty to break stereotypes and show students the true value of understanding a foreign culture? How can students turn culture shock into empathy and acceptance of other lifestyles? Download our free whitepaper Discovering a Foreign Culture for an in-depth analysis of the impact of cultural activities on educational tours. |
 | | | Systems Management | | | |  | - Distance-learning program gets results in Alaska
Phillip Johnson, director of rural schools in an Alaskan school district, is using virtual learning to help improve student achievement. Using a grant received in 2003, the district invested in distance-learning programs, and later invested in new technology, such as interactive whiteboards and tablets, to assist in math lessons. The initiative culminated in the 2010-11 school year when students who learned through the virtual program outperformed their peers. Education Week/Rural Education blog (8/29) |  | Save 15% every day with FedEx Office Academic EdgeSM. Enhance your fundraising activities, engage your students and simplify your administrative needs. You'll also enjoy exclusive offers and resources to help inform and inspire you - so you can do more, spend less, and get results. Start Now! |
  | | | Schools and Social Media | | | |  | - Fla. teachers take to YouTube to encourage studying
A special-education teacher and a high-school English teacher in Florida have created a back-to-school song -- posted on YouTube -- encouraging students to study. The song, "Study Maybe," was set to the tune of Carly Rae Jepsen's "Call Me Maybe" and encourages students to "give it your all." "If you get up in front of the room and preach to them they're going to tune you out," said special-education teacher Heather Kay. "But if you put it in a song maybe the message will sink in." Orlando Sentinel (Fla.) (8/30) - Pinterest-like site for educators launches apps
Grockit this week unveiled iPhone and iPad applications for Learnist, its platform for educators, which resembles the social media websites Pinterest. Already the site is home to about 20,000 resources for educators, including videos, blogs and images -- known as "learnings." The new apps will allow users to create and view content. GigaOm (8/30) |  | 75% of today's CIOs are looking to drive better, real-time decisions. With IBM® rules-based Operational Decision Management software, they can. Visit the software website to learn how you can consistently automate, optimize and govern 'run-the-business' decisions—in real time. |
  | | - Programming courses are urged for younger children
Many young children are learning computer programming through online resources they find outside of school. The Computer Science Teachers Association recommends that elementary and middle schools introduce computer science classes, especially because of the need for skilled workers in the field. Alice, Scratch and Lua-based platforms are identified as good resources for younger students. Business Insider (8/29)  | A wise man will make more opportunities than he finds."
--Francis Bacon,
British author and statesman |
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