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Best Practices for Adopting Proficiency-Based Grading
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Alma has released a new whitepaper to help schools that are considering adopting proficiency-based grading. The white paper explores the benefits of proficiency-based grading for teachers, parents…Continue
Tags: Education Technology, Edtech, White Paper, K12 Education, proficiency-based grading
Infographic: The Facts About Teacher Morale and Retention
Started this discussion. Last reply by Oscar Marin May 13, 2014. 1 Reply 3 Likes
Studies suggest that teacher morale has a serious impact on student performance—schools where teachers are more satisfied with working conditions have higher achievement.To demonstrate the connection…Continue
Tags: infographic, k12 education, education leadership, teacher retention, teacher appreciation
Free SIS/LMS software for K-12 Schools
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Alma recently launched its new SIS/LMS software system for K-12 schools. The platform consolidates school, classroom and information management into one simple, intuitive and secure cloud-based…Continue
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New Practice Test Resource for Teachers and Students
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Varsity Tutors recently released a free, online assessment system called Varsity Learning Tools. The resource offers over 10,000 assessment questions across more than 95 academic subjects and…Continue
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Rebecca Howard posted a discussionBest Practices for Adopting Proficiency-Based Grading
Alma has released a new whitepaper to help schools that are considering adopting proficiency-based grading. The white paper explores the benefits of proficiency-based grading for teachers, parents and students; step-by-step guidance for implementing proficiency-based grading; practical implementation advice and examples from educators who have made the switch; and recommendations for effectively communicating the change to parents.Download the white paper here:…See More
Oscar Marin replied to Rebecca Howard's discussion Infographic: The Facts About Teacher Morale and Retention"The best part depicted was the turn over and turn around study as mentioned in the header of the infographic. Teachers do make a hell lot of effort to get the best concept into the minds of students. Although the turnover may be less for them but…"
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VoiceThread (George) liked Rebecca Howard's discussion Infographic: The Facts About Teacher Morale and RetentionRebecca Howard posted a discussionInfographic: The Facts About Teacher Morale and Retention
Studies suggest that teacher morale has a serious impact on student performance—schools where teachers are more satisfied with working conditions have higher achievement.To demonstrate the connection between teacher engagement and retention—and how to boost teacher satisfaction—Alma, a free SIS/LMS platform for K-12 schools, recently release an infographic on the subject.View the full infographic here:…See More
Rebecca Howard replied to Emily Parker's discussion How do you think online learning is helping people around the world?"Online learning might not be the best fit for every student, but I think the important benefits that it brings to the table is the level of personalization and flexibility. Allowing students to work at their own pace, at the time of day that best…"
Rebecca Howard posted a discussionFree SIS/LMS software for K-12 Schools
Alma recently launched its new SIS/LMS software system for K-12 schools. The platform consolidates school, classroom and information management into one simple, intuitive and secure cloud-based system that minimizes busywork and improves efficiency. Alma’s core services—including more than 100 SIS/LMS features, gradebooks and parent/student portals—are available for free. The number of new customers will be limited to 500 schools in 2014 to ensure not only a great product, but great customer…See More
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Varsity Tutors recently released a free, online assessment system called Varsity Learning Tools. The resource offers over 10,000 assessment questions across more than 95 academic subjects and standardized tests including AP, ACT, SAT, GRE, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT, and GED exams.The system enables teachers and students to assess performance and track academic progress over time. Users have access to robust analytics that include individual question analysis and explanation, percentile rankings, score…See More
Rebecca Howard posted a blog postCelebrate Teachers Today and Every Day
Great teachers are invaluable, yet too often their tireless work goes unnoticed or worse, unappreciated. While teacher appreciation week is in May, why wait to recognize the incredible work of our educators? These individuals dedicate their lives to developing the next generation. They come in early to prepare special…See More
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Celebrate Teachers Today and Every Day
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Great teachers are invaluable, yet too often their tireless work goes unnoticed or worse, unappreciated. While teacher appreciation week is in May, why wait to recognize the incredible work of our educators? These individuals dedicate their lives to developing the next generation. They come in early to…
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