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3 Innovative Assessment Strategies That Improve Student Outcomes

In a perfect world, assessments give teachers a precise snapshot of students’ true abilities. But that isn’t always the case—especially for traditional assessments that don’t always engage all students or accommodate different learning needs and preferences. When tests aren’t personalized, students may not perform to their potential. Fortunately, a variety of innovative formative and summative […]

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Overcoming the Top 4 Challenges of Online Learning: Solutions for Educators

Online learning is here to stay, and the fact is that  hybrid or virtual learning modalities present a whole new set of challenges to educators. Without the opportunity to interact with one another face to face, students often find themselves distracted and disengaged in virtual environments.  Yet, while the challenges of online learning are unique, […]

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Data-Driven Instruction: 4 Techniques for Personalized Teaching

The students in any given classroom represent a range of learning needs—and students learn best when instruction is tailored to those needs. But while teachers know the one-size-fits-all approach often leaves students behind, time constraints can make meaningful personalization a challenge.  However, with the help of technology, teachers can now gather deeper insights into students’ […]

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A 2024 US National EdTech Policy Recommends Solutions for Tackling Digital Inequities

Through various innovative technologies, K-12 education has become more accessible, personalized, and engaging. However, because of digital disparities, these benefits are not consistently available to all learners.   In January 2024, the United States Department of Education (DOE) released new guidelines to ensure that K-12 students have equitable experiences with technology. The 2024 edition of the […]

5 Benefits of Online Assessment for Mass Language Proficiency

Multilingual skills are increasingly critical for student success in today’s interconnected world. For that reason, educators need to measure language proficiency as effectively as possible.  While paper-based tests were traditionally the norm for this kind of mass testing, online assessments now offer greater efficiency and cost-effectiveness. However, these digital tools may require a significant investment […]

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Measuring Learning Success: 3 Tools and Strategies for Educators

Every educator knows what it’s like to think that students understand something, only to discover that many remain confused. That’s why assessments are an essential part of every teacher’s toolkit—but they can be time-intensive to administer and grade. However, a host of digital solutions can now deliver insight into learning progress without eating away at […]

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