📚 New Study Highlights Ongoing Post-Pandemic Learning Challenges for Illinois Students At DPI, we are committed to supporting educational initiatives and fostering collaboration to improve student outcomes through efforts like the Illinois Workforce & Education Research Collaborative (IWERC). The COVID-19 pandemic has left a lasting impact on education. A recent study by IWERC shows that Illinois students are still grappling with significant learning losses, highlighting the urgent need for continued support and innovative solutions to bridge the educational gap. 🔍 Discover more of the study from IWERC here: https://lnkd.in/g_x4BSCi #DiscoverDPI #Education #Illinois #PostPandemic #LearningLoss #StudentSuccess #DPI
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Must read from the global leader in education Nord Anglia Education ! The article highlights the importance of prioritizing character development in our youth during their most formidable years. #proactivedevelopment
The middle years: what makes them so important? Find out how Nord Anglia prepares students for their educational journey in secondary and beyond thanks to personalised learning, innovative teaching, and whole child development during these crucial years. 🏫✨ Read now to see how we get your child ready for high school and beyond: https://lnkd.in/eKTPJUyA #NordAngliaEducation #MiddleYears #StudentSuccess #EducationForTheFuture
Making the most of the middle years by preparing children for the next stage
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The Heart of Learning: A Look at UK’s Primary Education System When I think about where education begins, it all starts in the primary years—a time when curiosity, creativity, and confidence are first sparked. The UK’s primary education system has always fascinated me because it’s designed to nurture more than just academic skills. It’s about fostering well-rounded, lifelong learners. From the very beginning, students in the UK are introduced to a broad curriculum—math, literacy, science, arts, and even physical education—all of which play an important role in shaping a child’s intellectual and emotional growth. The focus isn’t just on what students learn, but how they learn. Classrooms are more collaborative, encouraging critical thinking, creativity, and social interaction. One of the things I admire about the UK’s system is the emphasis on individual attention. With relatively smaller class sizes, teachers have more opportunity to connect with their students, understanding each child’s unique learning style and helping them build confidence at their own pace. It’s this nurturing environment that lays the foundation for children to thrive, both academically and personally. But like all systems, it’s not without challenges. Standardized testing can sometimes put pressure on students and teachers, and there’s an ongoing debate about how to best balance academic rigor with emotional well-being. Yet, despite these challenges, the primary education system in the UK is a beacon of holistic learning, where creativity is celebrated as much as achievement. I believe there’s always room to evolve, but the heart of this system—its commitment to developing well-rounded, happy children—is something we can all take pride in. What excites you most about the future of primary education? 🌱📚💡 #Education #PrimaryEducation #UKEducation #HolisticLearning #ChildDevelopment #LearningForLife #Teaching #FutureOfEducation
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The middle years: what makes them so important? Find out how Nord Anglia prepares students for their educational journey in secondary and beyond thanks to personalised learning, innovative teaching, and whole child development during these crucial years. 🏫✨ Read now to see how we get your child ready for high school and beyond: https://lnkd.in/eKTPJUyA #NordAngliaEducation #MiddleYears #StudentSuccess #EducationForTheFuture
Making the most of the middle years by preparing children for the next stage
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For my friends in education, are these types of investments the difference-maker for replenishing the ranks of teachers? https://buff.ly/3Toe0FM #education #teaching #colleges #universities
Backed by $24.8M in DOE grants, Triad teacher development programs aim to alleviate shortage
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Are NSW schools heading for a pedagogical showdown? 💥 The battle lines are drawn as the NSW Department of Education unveils its plan to overhaul teaching methods, mandating explicit instruction over inquiry-based learning. 👉 Are we witnessing a return to traditional teaching methods or a step backward in educational innovation? 👉 Is it time to prioritize foundational skills like times tables over fostering deep understanding and critical thinking? 👉 Where do you stand: #TeamExplicit or #TeamInquiry? Join the debate and share your thoughts! The future of education hangs in the balance. 💬 #EducationDebate #ExplicitTeaching #InquiryLearning #NSWschools #PedagogyWars 📚
Schools have been ordered to use this teaching method. Will staff comply?
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I help graduates to achieve clarity and career confidence by using my step-by-step, research-informed process to design their best life. I am also an experienced academic championing youth voice and sustainable futures
This is so true, we have to stop pretending meritocracy will overcome the deeply ingrained inequality in education and society. Really looking forward to reading this book.
'Today's education system has evolved into a sorting machine that picks winners and losers judged by narrow academic assessments, eminently gameable by middle-class families. The problem is not only that this a rigged education race, but it has elevated academic skills above all other attributes in how we praise or reward people in education and society.' From our Equity in Education book: https://lnkd.in/e4uSrrDD
Equity in education: Levelling the playing field of learning - a practical guide for teachers
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Open Education Week is almost here. Check out some of the amazing work being done by our Open Educational Resources team! #OEWeek24 #openeducationweek #openpractices #education #educators #teachers #faculty #academia #StudentVoices
🎓✨ Excited to share my latest blog post for UT Arlington Libraries: "Student Voices: Embracing Open Educational Resources at UTA." In this piece, I delve into how we at the The University of Texas at Arlington are leveraging Open Educational Resources (OER) to do much more than enhance educational access. It's about nurturing a vibrant community where every student can find their place and feel a part of something greater. 📚 Through the stories of UTA students Libby and Vy, this blog post highlights the incredible ways OER are not just resources but bridges—connecting students to knowledge, to each other, and to a shared sense of belonging in our academic community. As we look forward to Open Education Week 2024, I am reminded of the powerful role education plays in fostering connections and reinforcing the value of every voice in our diverse student body ❤️ 👉 I invite you to read, reflect, and join in the conversation as we continue to explore the transformative potential of OER! https://lnkd.in/gE2GFfWJ #OEWeek24 #openeducationweek #openpractices #education #educators #teachers #faculty #academia #StudentVoices
Student Voices: Embracing Open Educational Resources at UTA
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Really recommend this book: book also contains really strong and practical advice for school leaders and teachers. Schools Alliance for Excellence
'Today's education system has evolved into a sorting machine that picks winners and losers judged by narrow academic assessments, eminently gameable by middle-class families. The problem is not only that this a rigged education race, but it has elevated academic skills above all other attributes in how we praise or reward people in education and society.' From our Equity in Education book: https://lnkd.in/e4uSrrDD
Equity in education: Levelling the playing field of learning - a practical guide for teachers
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'Today's education system has evolved into a sorting machine that picks winners and losers judged by narrow academic assessments, eminently gameable by middle-class families. The problem is not only that this a rigged education race, but it has elevated academic skills above all other attributes in how we praise or reward people in education and society.' From our Equity in Education book: https://lnkd.in/e4uSrrDD
Equity in education: Levelling the playing field of learning - a practical guide for teachers
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🌟 Fostering a Sense of Belonging: A Key to Reading Success 📚 As I continue to share insights and strategies to encourage every child to become a reader, today I ask the questions: ↪️ How does your school create a sense of belonging? ↪️ Does this affect reading and academic success? The latest #PIRLS2021 study highlights an important link between students' sense of belonging in school and their reading skills. 🏫 💪 Students who feel a strong sense of belonging at school—where they feel safe, supported, and included—are more likely to excel in reading. 💪 This sense of community not only boosts their academic performance but also nurtures their overall well-being. Key insights from PIRLS 2021: 🔍 Students with a strong sense of belonging scored significantly higher in reading literacy compared to their peers who felt less connected to their school environment. 🔍 Schools that cultivate positive relationships, respect, and inclusivity are helping to close the literacy gap. 🔍 Encouraging students' participation in school activities and fostering a positive school climate can have a profound impact on their reading achievement. It's crucial to prioritise creating a school environment where every student feels they belong. This investment in their social-emotional well-being is not just beneficial—it’s essential for their academic success. Let’s continue to build supportive, inclusive learning communities where all students can thrive and reach their full potential. 💪📖 #Education #ReadingLiteracy #StudentSuccess #InclusiveEducation #PIRLS #EveryChildaReader
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