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Curriculum Pacing Guides: How To Use Them Effectively in the Classroom

As teachers, we’ve all been there—rushing to cover material before a big test, realizing we’ve spent too much time on one unit, or feeling the pressure of inconsistent pacing across classrooms. A pacing guide offers a solution to these common challenges. It provides a structured timeline to ensure you cover all required content without falling […]

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Distance Learning vs Online Learning: What’s the Difference?

In today’s fast-evolving education landscape, educators face a crucial question: Which is better, distance learning vs online learning? While the terms are often used interchangeably, they have distinct differences that impact accessibility, engagement, and effectiveness. Misunderstanding these differences can lead to frustration, mismatched expectations, and subpar learning experiences.  With education shifting toward digital platforms, choosing […]

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Why Is Assessment Important in K-12 and Higher Education?

Most teachers understand that assessments are not just a way to assign grades: students have distinct needs, and assessments can help teachers shape their lessons to address them. But traditional exams can seem to be one-size-fits-all, and teaching to the test can mean missed opportunities for genuine learning.   With varied approaches and the right tools, […]

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8 Approaches to Assessing Creativity in Online Assessments

As students leave school and begin contributing to society in their professional and personal lives, they’ll need to find new ways to resolve 21st-century challenges. Creativity is the key to this. School districts have accordingly placed greater emphasis on teaching and measuring creative skills in recent years. Yet, as many educators consider online formats, they […]

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How Digital Assessment Supports SEND Students: 5 Key Benefits for Personalized and Accessible Testing

Assessment is vital: it allows educators and institutions to understand where students need support and also gives young people the qualifications they need to progress to their next phase. Assessments also play a key role in creating an equitable education system that gives every student the chance to demonstrate what they’ve learned. However, challenges such […]

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4 Examples of Summative Assessments

Summative assessments represent the climax of each learning period. Whether they take the form of multiple-choice tests, essays, or projects, these high-stakes assessments provide a record of student achievement and an important insight into institutional performance.  However, traditional summative assessments present many challenges for educators, such as time-intensive grading. In addition, it can be difficult […]

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