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NMSI Emphasizes the "How" of CCSS Implementation
nal Math and Science Initiative — Tuesday, July 24, 2012
The National Math and Science Initiative (NMSI) has positioned itself as a leader already meeting the demand for quality Common Core-focused professional development for educators. Through its teacher training arm Laying the Foundation (LTF), NMSI provides cost-effective teacher training and Common Core-aligned materials. The organization also leads the Educator Leader Cadres for PARCC, ... Read More »
Oregon Nonprofit Brings Proficiency Model to Schools Nationwide
BEC — Monday, July 23, 2012
Proficiency ensures that teachers, administrators, parents, and even students themselves, are all working toward student knowledge acquisition. BEC, an Oregon nonprofit tasked by the Department of Education to define proficiency for consistency in Oregon schools, has published the workbook, It's About Time-A Framework for Proficiency-based Teaching & Learning. Read More »
Classic BBC Shakespeare Plays Find a New Home on CCC!
New Dimension Media — Monday, July 23, 2012
New Dimension Media (NDM) has added over 100 new programs to its lineup, including the classic BBC Shakespeare Collection, featuring all 37 plays and starring some of the greatest actors in history. With these additions, CCC! Streaming Media from NDM becomes one of the few services where schools can access the entire works of Shakespeare on demand. Read More »
ETA hand2mind Launches Core PD
ETA hand2mind — Monday, July 16, 2012
ETA hand2mind, the leader in hands-on education materials for more than 40 years, has launched Core PD, a professional development and teacher coaching solution that engages educators in discovery-based, hands-on learning. The content-rich courses are teacher-focused and student-centered, and they produce immediate, measurable results in the classroom, Read More »
STEM Educators Learn New Data-Collection Skills at Vernier Workshops
nier Software & Technology — Saturday, July 14, 2012
To help educators learn about the various ways to integrate data-collection technology into their laboratory experiments, Vernier Software & Technology is offering free workshops this fall. Led by experienced Vernier trainers, each 4-hour, hands-on workshop provides seasoned educators the opportunity to hone their data-collection skills... Read More »
New Grant for Entrepreneurship Education Program Expansion
Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship — Saturday, July 14, 2012
The New York Life Foundation has awarded the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) a two-year, $500,000 grant to support programs in Boston, Chicago, New York City and Westchester County, NY. NFTE is a 65-hour, classroom-based program for middle and high school students. Read More »
Central New Jersey School District Selects Follett’s Aspen
Follett Software — Thursday, July 12, 2012
Follett Software announced today that Hunterdon Central Regional High School District in Central New Jersey has adopted Aspen, the company’s Student Information System (SIS).Late last year, the district embarked on an extensive search to replace its existing SIS, with school officials seeking a system providing maximum usability and functionality. Read More »
Dell's Predictive Analytics-Based Decision Support System
Dell Inc. — Wednesday, July 11, 2012
Schools and universities are turning to Dell’s Education Data Management (EDM) solution, a decision support system, to help personalize student learning, increase retention and graduation rates while improving planning, management and reporting. The solution integrates student performance and operational data with predictive analytics to help educators monitor student progress and intervene when needed to improve success Read More »
Create Personalized PD Plans for All of Your Teachers
School Improvement Network — Wednesday, July 11, 2012
Observation 360, one of the most critical tools in the newly released Teacher Effectiveness System, has recently received a new set of features to address the changing needs of administrators, and helps get 100% of students college and career ready. Read More »
RI Contracts with ETS/Teachscape To Use Framework for Teaching Proficiency
Educational Testing Service — Tuesday, July 10, 2012
Educational Testing Service is proud to announce that the Rhode Island Department of Education awarded a contract to ETS and its subcontractor, Teachscape, to offer the Framework for Teaching Proficiency System to all districts implementing the Rhode Island Model Teacher Evaluation and Support System. Read More »
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