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Personalized and Differentiated Learning
May 9 2024
Personalized and Differentiated Learning
In this episode of Innovations in Education, sponsored by Stride Tutoring, host Kevin Hogan delves into the complexities and potential of personalized learning with two education leaders—Dr. Matt Callison from South Fayette Township School District in Pennsylvania and Superintendent Diego Ochoa from San Mateo Foster City School District in California.  The discussion hits on various aspects of this ubiquitous yet vague phrase. Dr. Callison emphasizes the importance of keeping human interaction central while leveraging technology to provide authentic learning experiences tailored to individual student needs. Superintendent Ochoa highlights the necessity for districts to align personalized learning strategies with broader educational goals, also emphasizing the need for student-driven learning experiences. They go on to discuss the evolution of personalized learning solutions in the EdTech industry and emphasize the importance of involving educators and students in the design process to ensure effectiveness. Looking ahead, Dr. Callison aims to expand personalized learning opportunities, while Superintendent Ochoa plans to implement innovative, individualized programs to engage students in underrepresented communities.  This episode is sponsored by Stride Tutoring, an online education platform that closes learning gaps by connecting students with state-certified teachers who bring lessons to life. Their tutors personalize instruction to each student, ensuring everyone receives the support they need to succeed. With their on-demand online learning model, students can get help anytime, anywhere—and education leaders are never left searching for effective tutoring solutions.  Stride Tutoring is powered by parent company Stride, Inc., a leader in online education with over 20 years of experience serving 2,000+ districts in all 50 states. Through personalized solutions for students, educators, schools, and districts, Stride encourages every learner to build the skills and confidence they need to make their way forward in life. To learn more go to https://stridetutoring.com/schools-districts/
Digital Equity Means More Than Access
Feb 27 2024
Digital Equity Means More Than Access
John represents TPR Education, including The Princeton Review and tutor.com. They aim to highlight their services for all students and districts, emphasizing equity and support structures. John discusses the evolution of remote tutoring, especially its impact on underserved communities. He also addresses the changing landscape of test preparation, focusing on digital SAT and training teachers. Additionally, John outlines two key focuses for the event: high-dosage tutoring and integrating AI into their services for faster and more insightful support. Conversation highlights: Equity and Support: TPR Education emphasizes providing support structures for all students and districts, highlighting their services' accessibility and effectiveness, particularly for underserved communities.Evolution of Remote Tutoring: The transcript illustrates how remote tutoring has evolved, especially during the pandemic, becoming more accepted and beneficial for students, particularly those in underserved areas.Changing Landscape of Test Preparation: With the introduction of digital SATs and shifting educational priorities, there's a focus on training teachers and providing effective test preparation services to adapt to these changes.Focus on High-Dosage Tutoring and AI Integration: TPR Education is prioritizing high-dosage tutoring programs tailored to specific student needs and integrating AI into their services to provide faster and more insightful support, aiming to enhance student learning outcomes and streamline processes for educators and parents.
What does blended learning mean in post-pandemic classrooms?
Dec 5 2023
What does blended learning mean in post-pandemic classrooms?
Avantis Education, the leading provider of VR and AR content and hardware for K-12 schools, has released a new white paper: “Building Back Stronger: New Thinking and Technologies Reshaping Education” which delves into the myriad ways K-12 schools are embracing different methodologies and cutting-edge technologies to support students following a period of declining academic success. The white paper, released under the brand ClassVR, Avantis’ award-winning all-in-one VR/AR headsets for schools, is available for download at https://bit.ly/BBSwhitepaper. As stated in the white paper, “issues such as underfunding, understaffing, the digital divide and the impacts of the pandemic have set the stage for an ambitious revival.” It notes that ESSER (Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief) funding has provided school districts with opportunities to leverage new educational approaches and technologies and that “these innovations serve as the catalysts for rejuvenation, charting a course toward the restoration of educational excellence. U.S. education is building back stronger.” The white paper examines several specific approaches and technologies being used in schools, including: The flipped classroomAI-generated teaching materialsThe no-grades movementData-driven learning analyticsPost-pandemic expansion of SELVR and ARMaker-based learning, makerspaces and STEM labs The white paper includes insights from five education thought leaders: Dr. Rupert Rawnsley, Chief Science Officer for Avantis EducationChristopher Klein, Education Consultant for Avantis EducationSimon Luxford-Moore, Head of eLearning at ESMS independent schoolsLuke Knightly-Jones, Education Researcher and private tutor for Royal TutorsDr. Lorah Sirri, Senior Lecturer in Educational Psychology at Manchester Metropolitan University It also provides examples of how some of these approaches and technologies are being used in classrooms. “The 2020s will likely be a defining decade for education as schools and policymakers rethink their approaches to education,” said Avantis Education’s Chief Executive Officer, Huw Williams. “In this white paper we provide an informative look at some of the innovations happening in K-12 schools today and their potential to engage students and support academic growth. It includes thoughtful context offered by experts in the field about these practices and technologies in order to help inform the conversation about how best to support students in moving forward.”