Back-to-School season can be an exciting and anxious time for students. Social and emotional learning (SEL) can help students overcome both the normal fears of school — meeting new people — and the additional stressors caused by COVID-19. Continue reading
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5 Tips to Manage Student Anxiety When Returning to the Classroom
66% of students are anxious about returning to school, according to the Recovery Village. During COVID-19, many students adjusted to learning from home and being around their families more often. As the world begins to re-open, psychologists are noticing higher general and separation anxiety rates in children as they return to the classroom. (Child Mind Institute). When you prepare your classroom for in-person learning, it is crucial to cater to students’ increased anxiety and foster a learning environment where they feel safe. Continue reading
Staying Connected to Students over the Summer
Studies have shown that students who form connections with their teachers and other staff members in their schools can help them perform better and stay engaged in lessons. This school year was certainly a challenging time for educators to build relationships with students they couldnt see in person, but that didnt stop them from finding … Continue reading
Five tips for keeping students engaged in hybrid learing
With a new school year starting and brand new styles of learning being introduced, it is difficult to know how students will respond. One major point of concern — how will teachers be able to keep students engaged while they are split between learning in the classroom and at home? We’ve put together a list … Continue reading
What tools will Higher Education need for Back to School?
As campuses prepare to welcome students, educators, and staff back for another year of learning, there are a lot of new tools and technologies they will need in order to keep everyone safe and engaged. Supplies needed: Health and Safety In order to stop the spread of germs and keep students and faculty safe, universities … Continue reading
What Tools Will Districts Need for Back to School?
As districts prepare to welcome students, educators, and staff back for another year of learning, there is still a lot of uncertainly about when and if learning will take place in person. In order to reopen their building safely, there are a few tools districts will need to have. Continue reading
What will Students and Teachers need for Hybrid Learning?
Students and teachers in the hybrid classroom are adapting to new and changing schedules, new styles of learning and teaching, and very different classroom set ups and expectations. They will need tools to help keep students on track, make learning engaging, and help everyone feel connected whether they are in the classroom or at home. Continue reading
Meet the players of Education 4.0
Ready to meet the players of Education 4.0? If you are interested in learning more about these vendors be sure to visit their booth at the Education 4.0 Virtual event! Adobe: Creativity for All Kids today live and breathe technology. Adobe can help you develop media-rich coursework to keep them engaged. But more importantly, Adobe … Continue reading
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Preparing for the 2020-2021 School Year
As the world continues to adjust to the impact that COVID-19 has had on all aspects of our daily lives, schools are making plans for next year. In this challenging time, no one can be fully sure when students will return, but most are certain it will not be until the start of the 2020-2021 academic year if not a bit later. In order to best be prepared for a healthy and safe return to school, there are a few things that schools will need. Continue reading
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