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Video for What’s New in EDU: Introducing a new Minecraft Hour of Code tutorial with AI and the Discovery STEM Careers Coalition

What’s New in EDU: Introducing a new Minecraft Hour of Code tutorial with AI and the Discovery STEM Careers Coalition

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There’s a good chance the students you’re teaching today will enroll in university courses that haven’t yet been created and enter jobs that don’t exist. And they’ll be called upon to solve some of the world’s most pressing environmental, social and economic issues. We know that can feel like a lot on your shoulders, but there is plenty you can do to prepare... Read more

Video for What’s New in EDU: How to use innovative resources for digital storytelling, STEM learning, personalized assessments and more

What’s New in EDU: How to use innovative resources for digital storytelling, STEM learning, personalized assessments and more

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As teachers, you know how important a strong feedback loop is to student improvement, and similarly, we value your input as we create and hone classroom tools. This month’s What’s New in EDU focuses on topics you said you wanted to learn more about and resources you asked for. We’ll help you get started and will share your tips, particularly when it comes to... Read more

Video for What’s New in EDU—Tapping into the best of technology to support teachers and meet student needs

What’s New in EDU—Tapping into the best of technology to support teachers and meet student needs

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With school in full swing, teachers are busy assessing their students’ social, emotional and academic needs, setting goals, building collaborative learning environments and using the knowledge and skills they’ve acquired to transform classrooms. With all that in front of them, technology in the classroom has to work hard for educators and improve teaching and... Read more

Video for What’s New in EDU: Free summer learning opportunities for teachers and students

What’s New in EDU: Free summer learning opportunities for teachers and students

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School is still out in most places, but we know teachers use this time of year to invest in professional learning opportunities without also having to worry about the next day’s lesson plan or papers that need grading. We hope you’re balancing that with long walks on the beach, just-for-fun books and precious time with family and friends. We’re here to help as you get... Read more

Video for ISTE 2019 Wrap-up: Shining a spotlight on student-centered learning and accessibility

ISTE 2019 Wrap-up: Shining a spotlight on student-centered learning and accessibility

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We are so invigorated by what we heard and saw at this year’s ISTE conference in Philadelphia. Thousands of teachers and school leaders from around the world came together with education technology experts to discuss topics such as personalizing instruction, supporting teachers in evaluating and using tech tools, developing social and emotional learning, and improving... Read more

Video for What’s New in EDU—ISTE Edition: Announcing new technology to empower inclusive, student-centered learning

What’s New in EDU—ISTE Edition: Announcing new technology to empower inclusive, student-centered learning

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In today's classrooms, diversity is the new norm. By creating student-centered, inclusive learning environments, educators have the flexibility and opportunity to meet the needs of the diverse group of learners in every classroom. Technology has the power to help teachers not only navigate, but also benefit from, their students’ unique learning styles. In this month’s... Read more