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We are thrilled to announce the successful implementation of our innovative learning platform at Beijing Huijjia International School, a frontrunner in adopting the self-directed learning model in China. This partnership marks a significant milestone in educational technology, blending advanced tech solutions with progressive educational philosophies. Huijia Education's teaching methodology stands out through its strong emphasis on linking classroom instruction to real-world applications. This approach is not just about imparting knowledge; it's about making learning relevant, engaging, and practical. 🚀 Revolutionizing Learning: A Self-Directed Approach BambooCloud platform is designed to empower students to take charge of their learning journey. By fostering a self-directed learning environment, we are breaking away from traditional methods to create a more engaging, personalized, and effective educational experience. BambooCloud and Huijia's collaborative commitment to connecting classroom teaching with real-world applications not only enriches the educational experience but also equips students with the essential skills needed in today's dynamic and interconnected world. This approach is a testament to our dedication to preparing students for success beyond the classroom. Join Us on This Journey: We invite educators, technologists, and thought leaders to connect with us. Let's collaborate to shape the future of education! #BambooCloud #EducationTechnology #SelfDirectedLearning #InnovationInEducation #FutureOfLearning

Watch our video to learn how initiatives like the Benishangul-Gumuz Accelerated Education Project are bridging learning gaps and empowering students for success using technology and innovative pedagogical approaches. Like and comment if you believe e-learning can help children excel in academics🖥💻 #elearningtraining #teachertraining #edtech

🎓 New Research on Teachers' Online Professional Development! ⏳ "In search of time: Higher education teachers' experience of an online professional development course." 🔍 Study Focus: This research explores how time influences teachers' experiences in the Teknosofikum OPD course in Denmark. 🧠 Key Insight: Time is a critical factor in Online Professional Development (OPD) courses, affecting how teachers juggle their learning with other commitments and long-term goals. ⏰ Recommendations: - Design OPD courses with flexible timelines. - Provide support to help teachers balance OPD with their responsibilities. 📚 Impact: Enhancing OPD course design for better support and effectiveness in teachers' professional growth. 👥 Authors: Giacomo Poderi, Jelena Popov and Jeppe Kilberg Møller. 📖 Read More: Link to the paper in the comments. #EducationalResearch #ComputingEducation #OnlineLearning #ProfessionalDevelopment #TeachingInnovation #CCER (image credit freepik)

I want to express my heartfelt thanks to the Development Literacy Institute for the opportunity to facilitate a virtual training session on Intellectual Property (IP) for a select group of participants.It is absolute pleasure to share my knowledge and insights on IP with such an engaged and enthusiastic group of participants look forward to future collaborations and to seeing the impact of this training on the participants' work and endeavors! #IntellectualProperty #VirtualTraining #DevelopmentLiteracyInstitute #KnowledgeSharing #Innovation #EconomicGrowth"

Are you looking for ways to help your students learn beyond the classroom? Then you should incorporate Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) into your curriculum! ❇ What is COIL? COIL is a form of virtual exchange, allowing students from different countries to use digital technology to collaborate on a meaningful project relevant to their studies. ❇ What makes COIL different from Virtual Exchange? COIL is a form of virtual exchange, but with a focus on students working within their course of study on a meaningful project. Students will often work in groups or pairs to maximize the ability to consult and share information. ❇ Why should you consider introducing COIL into your curriculum? Plenty of reasons! It lets your students collaborate with students from other countries, invigorates the classroom, expands your international network, and help your students boosts employability by fostering cross-cultural empathy and teamwork skills. Considering a COIL arrangement with NTU? Email ntuglobal@ntu.ac.uk. #globaleducation #collaborativelearning #internationalpartnerships

⭐Unlocking the Path to Expertise: A New Developmental Model for Education and Training! 🚀 Conate is excited to share groundbreaking research that synthesizes the nature and development of expertise, proposing a comprehensive developmental model (Swan, Plummer, & West, 2020). This model outlines four key areas of expert knowledge: 1. Procedural Knowledge 2. Conditional Knowledge 3. Conceptual Knowledge 4. Knowledge Generation These knowledge types map onto and promote four types of expert performance: -Procedural Expertise -Functional Expertise -Adaptive Expertise -Generative Expertise Our model introduces the fluency dimension consisting of execution, repertoire, and automaticity. This approach provides educators and instructional designers with a roadmap to enhance expertise development through targeted teaching, practice, and feedback. Why is this important? Graduates equipped with functional fluency are better prepared for the workforce, with the skills to continually grow their expertise. Join us in exploring this innovative model and its potential to transform education and professional development! 🌟 Please reach out if you are interested in reading the full article! Reference: Swan, R. H., Plummer, K. J., & West, R. E. (2020). Toward functional expertise through formal education: Identifying an opportunity for higher education. Association for Educational Communications and Technology. #EducationInnovation #ExpertiseDevelopment #LearningTheory #InstructionalDesign #CognitiveScience #ProfessionalGrowth #TeachingExcellence

Dear Computer Science student in Kuopio! Hungry for pizza? Ready to hear how you can change your future? How to play in a team?  Need for 1 ECTS?  We warmly invite you to our second workshop: Workshop II  Osallistavat yhteydet / Participative connections.15.10.2024 at 12-14, be ontime please! (Hub Panostamo, Novapolis Kuopio, Microkatu 1, Door K). Register to the workshop by Oct 13: https://lnkd.in/d3QV5ZhM In the workshop, the benefits of inclusion will be presented and how students can utilize the principles of inclusion in their own studies and what kind of positive effects an equal and inclusive work culture produces. Group work assignment. The workshop shall be implemented by facilitator company Toimisto 2030 (see website in Finnish: https://lnkd.in/daVjkWvf) that organizes and facilitates various types of events such as Future Workshops and Sustainability Workshops.    The Creating Inclusive, Supportive and Participative Connections among Computer Science Students (CRISP CS) project of the University of Eastern Finland organizes a 1 ECTS educational unit together with operators in the area and CS students. The Moodle key of the course: CRISP.The implementation includes three workshops and individual learning tasks.  The first workshop was very successful and now it is time to implement the second iteration. Don’t worry if you missed our first meeting. You are so welcome!! In the workshops (Paja II 15.10 klo 12-14 Hub Panostamo;  Paja III 12.11.2024 klo 16-18 Hub Panostamo) coffee will be served (in addition, pizza and coke will be available).  Panostamo Hub address: Hub Panostamo, Microkatu 1, 70210 Kuopio (enter through door K).In order to receive 1 ECTS, the learning tasks must be returned to the Moodle environment by 18.12 and 1-2 short surveys must be completed (more detailed instructions will be provided later). A warm welcome! More information: Maryum (mhamdani@uef.fi) and Marko (marko.jantti@uef.fi).#uef_tkt #crispcs #connections #teambuilding #diversity

Check out this extensive Q&A with Labster CEO Shawn Boom!💥 "Technology is a tool, not a solution: It’s vital to see technology as a means to enhance education, not replace the human elements that make learning profound. The adage of falling in love with the problem, not the solution, is empowering." Read the whole interview: https://lnkd.in/edWwYTDr

As one of the most influential figures in Malaysia, Tung Yan Ning's passion for education was evident from a young age. Tung Yan Ning is best known for her innovative approach to teaching and learning, which emphasises student-centred education, technology integration, and holistic development. Her work is characterised by several key principles. Read the full case study in our blog: https://lnkd.in/gjH__tha #BeED #EdTech #ModernEducation #FutureofLearning #Learning #TungYanNing

The future of education is disruptive, and it’s happening now. Traditional learning methods are transforming, and disruptive education is reshaping the way students and educators interact with knowledge. By integrating technology, we are creating more personalized, accessible, and flexible learning environments that adapt to individual needs and foster student success. 📚💡 At Smowltech, we are committed to redefining the learning experience through solutions that ensure fairness, integrity, and efficiency in assessments. Disruptive education is breaking down barriers, empowering learners with flexibility, and enabling quality remote education without compromising trust. It’s about opening the doors to global collaboration and making education inclusive for all. 💡 Smowltech is dedicated to enhancing transparency and trustworthiness in education, helping institutions worldwide uphold the highest standards of academic integrity. #Smowltech #DisruptiveEducation #EdTech #DigitalLearning #EducationalIntegrity