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[Talking Ed] 6 Things to Consider When Partnering with a Virtual School

Jan 15, 2020

In this brand-new episode of our Talking Ed series, Edmentum’s Kate Weber, product manager, will discuss the six things a school should consider when choosing a virtual school partner.

More Topics: Contest, Formative Assessment, Practice, Study Island, Test Preparation

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[Contest Announcement] Study Island 2020 Spring Questions Contest

Jan 24, 2020

Regina Waddell

Now that you’ve settled into the spring semester, it’s a great time to evaluate standards mastery and to make sure that your students are practicing their skills in Study Island so that they’ll be

[Weekly Inspiration] Tucked-in Tuesday on Facebook Live

Jan 24, 2020

Beth Holine

[Teacher Tips] 5 Dos for Becoming Friends with Social Media in the Classroom

Jan 23, 2020

McKenna Wierman

Using social media in the classroom can be a valuable learning tool, and the practice can open the door for a deeper level of classroom engagement and parent involvement if implemented thoughtfully. If you’re considering trying out a social media platform in your curriculum, classroom management strategy, or parent communications, check out these five tips for incorporating social media into your classroom.

4 Classic Board Games That Are Perfect for the Classroom

Jan 22, 2020

Beth Holine

It’s likely that there are a couple of old board games sitting unused somewhere in your home. Why not bring them to the classroom to spice up your teaching strategies in this new year?

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Teacher Tips

[Teacher Tips] 5 Dos for Becoming Friends with Social Media in the Classroom

Jan 23, 2020

McKenna Wierman

4 Classic Board Games That Are Perfect for the Classroom

Jan 22, 2020

Beth Holine

It’s likely that there are a couple of old board games sitting unused somewhere in your home. Why not bring them to the classroom to spice up your teaching strategies in this new year?

[Free Resources] Celebrate Chinese New Year with Edmentum!

Jan 17, 2020

McKenna Wierman

Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, is a big holiday in China. Every year, people from all over the world come to China to take part in the traditional celebrations and customs associated with this holiday. With Edmentum's free Chinese New Year resource packet, you can celebrate the Year of the Rat in your classroom!

[Free Resources] Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with Edmentum

Jan 17, 2020

McKenna Wierman

It's been more than 50 years since Dr. King’s famous “I Have a Dream Speech,” but thanks to modern technology, it’s easier than ever to bring history to life in your classroom. Take a look at some of these online videos and biographical resources that can help you bring the life and legacy of Dr. King to your students.

College and Career

[EdNews] Higher Education Edition

Nov 22, 2019

McKenna Wierman

Between the student debt crisis, admissions scandals, and colleges buying student data to boost exclusivity, there’s a lot to dive into when it comes to higher education. In this week’s edition of the EdNews Round Up, explore topics centered around issues faced by higher education institutions, students, and graduates.

10 High-Growth Career Fields That Don’t Require a Four-Year Degree

Nov 20, 2019

Sarah Cornelius

To help you and your students explore opportunities that break the college mold, we’ve put together this list of 10 high-growth career fields that don’t require a four-year university degree.

[Weekly EdNews Round Up] ACT Will Allow Students to Retake Individual Test Sections

Oct 10, 2019

McKenna Wierman

Students taking the ACT next year will have the option to retake individual sections of the college entrance exam instead of the entire exam, making it easier for students applying to college to submit a higher score. But, some are wondering if this will provide an unfair advantage to students with means to take the exam multiple times and cultivate a higher superscore than their peers who can only afford to test once. Read more on this topic, Harvard’s admission process, the value of homework, and more in this week’s EdNews Round Up.

4 Tips to Navigate the College Selection Process with Your Child

Sep 30, 2019

Elaine Ho

What are some things that you as a parent can do with your child without completely taking over the college admissions and selection process? Here are some tips on how parents can support their child as he or she makes this significant decision about his or her academic future.

Intervention

Why Do We Need Alternative Education? Prioritizing Student Needs and Personal Relationships to Lay the Foundation for Academic Progress

Jan 06, 2020

Janie Ulmer

When I graduated from college in 1989 and hired for my first teaching job, I thought I knew everything there was to know about lesson planning, quality instruction, and classroom management. My first year of teaching was a fast wake-up call, and since then I have focused my energy and attention on those students who are not successful.

19 Incredible Educators, Schools, and Districts That Inspired Us in 2019

Dec 18, 2019

Brita Hammer

Let’s take a look at 19 of our incredible partners who are changing the game in the fast-paced world of education when it comes to credit recovery and intervention; practice and state test preparation; flexible, expanded course options to support student achievement; and educators who went above and beyond.

Meet Exact Path Skills Champion Red Level Elementary

Dec 12, 2019

McKenna Wierman

Meet Red Level Elementary in Red Level, Alabama, the elementary school champions of Edmentum’s 2019 Exact Path Skills Challenge competition. Read on to discuss how the school is using Exact Path uniquely in each grade level, why Exact Path works for the school, and how the school plans to celebrate its victory.

4 Things You Should Know to Support Struggling Middle and High School Learners

Dec 02, 2019

Madison Michell

After reflecting on many conversations with Edmentum customers who use Exact Path, our K–12 assessment-driven, individualized learning program, we’ve compiled four of those best practices and considerations that you should know to help support your struggling middle and high school students.