High school math classes focus traditionally on solving equations. The world of mathematical modeling emphasizes creating equations.
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The learning power of reality in K12 education
October, 2016
Using tablets, apps and YouTube videos, students at a Minnesota elementary school have added new virtual elements to paintings and other artwork, so their masterpieces include videos that not only get them engaged, but also help them better understand ideas behind the art itself.
A tale of caution when using free materials
October, 2016
Educational publishers say they understand the draw of free or one-off materials for purchase online. But they caution administrators: Just because you can build a car from parts and tutorial videos from the internet, it doesn’t mean it makes sense.
Many publishers employ experts who have doctorates in instructional and curriculum design—which they say is a different skill set from classroom teaching.
Product Focus: Student Information Systems
October, 2016
SIS vendors are working to develop technologies that work across all platforms and are cloud-based. Particular effort is being devoted to the design of user interfaces to create easy and intuitive functionality so that accessing an SIS is as simple as navigating a social media program on a phone.
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8/25/2016