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What’ll It Take for Mastery-Based Learning to Deliver?

What’ll It Take for Mastery-Based Learning to Deliver? | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
Mastery learning exclusively cares about what students know.
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No tests, no grades...heck, no classes! Maybe one day...when pigs fly. ;)

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August 29, 3:04 AM
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25 Teacher Shortage Statistics That Demand Urgent Action in 2025

25 Teacher Shortage Statistics That Demand Urgent Action in 2025 | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
These 2025 teacher shortage statistics prove that we need to make the teaching profession more sustainable and desirable.
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Scary stuff! 

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August 28, 8:04 PM
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China Unveils Plans to Establish a Fully AI-Powered Economy

China Unveils Plans to Establish a Fully AI-Powered Economy | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
China's State Council says that AI will become a "key growth engine for the country's economic development" by 2035.
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August 28, 5:39 AM
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2026 Driving K-12 Innovation Report: Initial Survey Done

2026 Driving K-12 Innovation Report: Initial Survey Done | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
Explore emerging trends and innovations in K-12 education technology. Access research reports and implementation strategies.
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The initial survey for the 2026 edition of the Driving K-12 Innovation Report is done. Discussions re: the Hurdles start next week! 

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August 27, 7:39 PM
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Want to Motivate Students in STEM? The Way You Explain Things Matters

Want to Motivate Students in STEM? The Way You Explain Things Matters | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
How teachers explain tricky math and science concepts can affect students' motivation in their STEM classes.
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Exactly! Project-based, hands-on...kids in charge of their learning experience! 

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August 26, 7:14 PM
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Virtual Learning that Works: 4 Ways to Build Real Engagement

Virtual Learning that Works: 4 Ways to Build Real Engagement | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
As colleges and universities expand online offerings, the goal now is clear: Build environments where students actively participate, not passively attend.
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August 25, 8:17 PM
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How Digital Portfolios Help Students Showcase Skills and Growth

How Digital Portfolios Help Students Showcase Skills and Growth | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
Electronic folders showcase student learning and growth over time, and can form a platform for post-high school endeavors.
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Here we go. Love digital portfolios, but when you have a lot of students this can be an admin challenge! 

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August 25, 1:41 AM
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Check Out Scoop.it-Curated "EdTech: The New Normal"

Check Out Scoop.it-Curated "EdTech: The New Normal" | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
EdTech: The New Normal
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760,000+ viewers so far! 

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August 24, 8:03 PM
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Digital Equity: Hurdle Facing K-12 Education in 2026

Digital Equity: Hurdle Facing K-12 Education in 2026 | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
Explore emerging trends and innovations in K-12 education technology. Access research reports and implementation strategies.
David W. Deeds's insight:

I predict Digital Equity will again be a major hurdle identified in the K-12 Driving Innovation Report for 2026. Support your local, grassroots efforts like TeacherTeach Computers 4 Kidz.

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August 23, 7:06 PM
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Beyond Textbooks: How EdTech Is Helping Kids Who Learn Differently Shine

Beyond Textbooks: How EdTech Is Helping Kids Who Learn Differently Shine | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
EdTech is transforming learning. Special education technology ensures every child gets the chance to learn, grow, and shine.

Via EDTECH@UTRGV
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This is interesting. 

EDTECH@UTRGV's curator insight, August 22, 1:14 PM

"One of the biggest breakthroughs in technology in special education is the rise of personalized adaptive learning platforms. These AI-driven systems analyze each student's strengths and struggles in real time, adjusting the pace, complexity, and type of content."

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August 23, 7:01 PM
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Hundreds of Robots Competed in the World's First Robot Olympics. The Results Were Unintentionally Hilarious

Hundreds of Robots Competed in the World's First Robot Olympics. The Results Were Unintentionally Hilarious | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
An event in Beijing drew hundreds of competitors from around the world in what's being described as the first ever Robot Olympics.
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I think the soccer match would've been the funniest event. 

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August 22, 9:59 PM
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20 Uses For Virtual Worlds In The Classroom [Updated]

20 Uses For Virtual Worlds In The Classroom [Updated] | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
Virtual worlds can be used as a meeting space for students to attend lecture with embedded videos, illustrations, or 3D models.
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Gotta test our school laptop graphics settings soon.

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August 21, 7:30 PM
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Driving K-12 Innovation Report: Survey & Introductions

Driving K-12 Innovation Report: Survey & Introductions | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
Explore emerging trends and innovations in K-12 education technology. Access research reports and implementation strategies.
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The 2026 Initial Survey is done, now the Advisory Board members are introducing themselves! 

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August 29, 11:12 PM
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Survey: College Students’ Views on AI

Survey: College Students’ Views on AI | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
Key findings from Inside Higher Ed’s student survey on generative AI show that using the evolving technology hasn’t diminished the value of college in their view, but it could affect their critical thinking skills. Faculty and administrators’ opinions about generative artificial intelligence abound. But students—path breakers in their own right in this new era of learning and teaching—have opinions, too.
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This is interesting. 

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August 28, 11:20 PM
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Virtual Worlds: Avatars Don't Steal Souls VWMOOC24 Prez

Virtual Worlds: Avatars Don't Steal Souls VWMOOC24 Prez | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it

One year ago I presented for the VWMOOC24. Here's the link to the recording: https://www.youtube.com/live/N1b-ZgevKBk

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One year ago I presented for the VWMOOC24. Here's the link to the recording: https://www.youtube.com/live/N1b-ZgevKBk

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August 28, 8:01 PM
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Google's AI Flies Into Rage at the Word "Clanker"

Google's AI Flies Into Rage at the Word "Clanker" | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
Googling the word "clanker," a joke insult for AI and robots, might cause the search giant's AI Overviews to go off on a political rant.
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I'm afraid to try it!! ;)

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August 28, 1:51 AM
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OpenAI Says It's Scanning Users' ChatGPT Conversations and Reporting Content to the Police

OpenAI Says It's Scanning Users' ChatGPT Conversations and Reporting Content to the Police | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
OpenAI has authorized itself to call law enforcement if users say threatening enough things when talking to ChatGPT.
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This is a good thing...right?? ;)

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August 27, 7:35 PM
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Americans Grow More Skeptical of AI in K-12 Schools, Poll Finds

Americans Grow More Skeptical of AI in K-12 Schools, Poll Finds | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
Support for some AI use in schools has declined, according to the latest PDK poll on American attitudes toward public education.
David W. Deeds's insight:

We AI cheerleaders have some serious PR work to do! ;)

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August 26, 7:13 PM
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Beyond the Screen: Redesigning Online Learning Through Innovation and Connection

Beyond the Screen: Redesigning Online Learning Through Innovation and Connection | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
Institutions today must center the learner, offering them accessible and relevant education that meets their diverse needs.

Via EDTECH@UTRGV
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This is interesting.  

EDTECH@UTRGV's curator insight, August 26, 12:00 PM

Key Takeaway: Today’s diverse and mature learners are returning to school to gain skills and solve real-world problems, requiring a complete reimagining of online learning beyond simple digitization.

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August 25, 8:14 PM
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Many Kids' Parents Didn't Go to College. You Can Still Motivate Them in STEM

Many Kids' Parents Didn't Go to College. You Can Still Motivate Them in STEM | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
Students whose parents did not go to college often do not feel they have the necessary support to excel STEM subjects.
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This is interesting. 

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August 24, 10:49 PM
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The Classic PC Take-It-Apart, Put-It-Back-Together Class! 

The Classic PC Take-It-Apart, Put-It-Back-Together Class!  | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
Learn how to plan for, setup and run a tech take apart workshop in your makerspace. I share tools, tips and resources.
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ICT, STEM...whatever your class is called, there's no better hands-on activity! We're going to do one as our assessment for Term 1! 

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August 24, 7:08 PM
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The Hidden Ingredients Behind AI’s Creativity

The Hidden Ingredients Behind AI’s Creativity | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
Image generators are designed to mimic their training data, so where does their apparent creativity come from? A recent study suggests that it’s an inevitable by-product of their architecture.
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I've always wondered about this.

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August 23, 7:05 PM
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EdTech And Methodology: A Revolution In Learning

EdTech And Methodology: A Revolution In Learning | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
The future of EdTech is all about integrating learning science and pedagogy through a "methodology-first" approach.

Via EDTECH@UTRGV
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Gotta check this out!

EDTECH@UTRGV's curator insight, August 22, 1:15 PM

"Today, a common misconception persists: that technological advancements alone define the future of learning."

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August 23, 2:04 AM
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Good practices for accelerating progress towards SDG 4 

Good practices for accelerating progress towards SDG 4  | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
UNESCO is seeking good practices that are showing results in advancing the Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4) — ensuring inclusive and equitable quality education and promoting lifelong learning opportunities for all. This open call aims to identify and showcase transformative actions and success stories that can inspire cross-country learning and cooperation and accelerate progress toward SDG 4.
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Good stuff! 

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August 22, 9:48 PM
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2026 Driving K-12 Innovation Report: Hurdles First Topic

2026 Driving K-12 Innovation Report: Hurdles First Topic | EdTech: The New Normal | Scoop.it
Explore emerging trends and innovations in K-12 education technology. Access research reports and implementation strategies.
David W. Deeds's insight:

Discussions will start in September with Hurdles. I think "Fear of AI" is a big hurdle. 

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