Education

The AI Classroom by Dan Fitzpatrick; Amanda Fox; Brad Weinstein What is the role of educators with the rise of the artificial intelligence era? We are entering an unprecedented era of innovation, where humanity and technology will work together in harmony. This collaboration allows for technology to handle mundane tasks while educators are empowered to use their unique skill set toward more creative endeavors. Educators have an opportunity to leverage artificial intelligence in order to provide students with a future-focused education that's tailored specifically to their needs. By embracing this change, educators will be able to focus more of their time on building meaningful relationships and doing what they truly love - teaching!The AI Classroom will help you:Create content and do tasks using artificial intelligenceInfuse emotional intelligence with artificial intelligenceEnhance existing pedagogies Put students in control of their learning

The AI Infused Classroom by Holly Clark Summary: "With more than twenty-five years of experience as an educator and as one of the first teachers in the United States to have a 1:1 classroom, bestselling author of the Infused Classroom series, Holly Clark, takes a future-oriented approach to technology integration in education. Through her training and speaking engagements, she equips educators worldwide to effectively use technology, including AI, in their classrooms. And now, with The AI Infused Classroom, she offers a thoughtful, practical guide for navigating the latest iteration of edtech. The key to successfully integrating any digital tool, Clark says, is to focus on the deep learning and masterful pedagogy teachers can achieve with educational shifts, like the one the world is currently experiencing. Yes, things will change, but AI does not replace the need for well-trained and highly qualified teachers in the classroom. In fact, students need educators' guidance, now more than ever, to ensure they are prepared for the world of AI"-- Amazon.com

Art for All by Liz Byron Loya Art for All: Planning for Variability in the Visual Arts Classroom, Second Edition offers teachers classroom-ready advice on how to transform their art instruction practice in sustainable ways with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework. In this updated edition of her one-of-a-kind book Art for All, artist and teacher Liz Byron Loya demonstrates how to apply the inclusive principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to art instruction. This new edition includes important updates aligning with concepts found in UDL Guidelines 3.0 related to culture and social and emotional skills, and presents new ideas for classroom practice and exciting goal-oriented projects. Art for All: Planning for Variability in the Visual Arts Classroom, Second Edition offers teachers classroom-ready advice on how to transform their art instruction practice in sustainable ways with the UDL framework. Readers learn to set meaningful UDL learning goals in their classroom connected to National Core Arts Standards (NCAS) or state standards, measure progress, customize instruction, and engage learners at every grade. Art for All provides art teachers with the tools to discover new and inspiring ways to help all students appreciate and embrace themselves as artists.

The Art of Teaching Children by Phillip Done An essential guide for teachers and parents that's destined to become a classic, The Art of Teaching Children is one of those rare and masterful books that not only defines a craft but offers a magical reading experience. After more than thirty years in the classroom, award-winning teacher Phillip Done decided that it was time to retire. But a teacher's job is never truly finished, and he set out to write the greatest lesson of his career: a book for educators and parents that would pass along everything he learned about working with kids. From the first-day-of-school jitters to the last day's tears, Done writes about the teacher's craft, classrooms and curriculums, the challenges of the profession, and the reason all teachers do it--the children. Drawing upon decades of experience, Done shares time-tested tips and sage advice: Real learning is messy, not linear. Greeting kids in the morning as they enter the classroom is an important part of the school day. If a student is having trouble, look at what you can do differently before pointing the finger at the child. Ask yourself: Would I want to be a student in my class? When children watch you, they are learning how to be people, and one of the most important things we can do for our students is to model the kind of people we would like them to be. Done tackles topics you won't find in any other teaching book, including Back to School Night nerves, teacher pride, the Sunday Blues, Pinterest envy, teacher guilt, and the things they never warn you about in "teacher school" but should, like how to survive recess duty, field trips, and lunch supervision. Done also addresses some of the most important issues schools face today: bullying, excessive screen time, the system's obsession with testing, teacher burnout, and the ever-increasing demands of meeting the diverse learning needs of students. But The Art of Teaching Children is more than a guide to educating today's young learners. These pages are alive with inspiration, humor, and tales of humanity. Done welcomes us like visitors at Open House Night to the world of elementary school, where we witness lessons that go well and others that flop, periods that run smoothly and ones that go haywire when a bee flies into the room. We meet master teachers and new ones, librarians and lunch supervisors, principals and parents (some with too much time on their hands). We get to know kids who want to hold a ball and those who'd rather hold a marker, students with difficult home lives and children with disabilities, youngsters who need drawing out and those who happily announce (in the middle of a math lesson) that they have a loose tooth. With great wit and wisdom, irresistible storytelling, and boundless compassion, The Art of Teaching Children is the new educator's bible for teachers, parents, and all who work with kids and care about their learning and success.

Assessing Learning in the Standards-Based Classroom by Jan K. Hoegh (Contribution by); Jeff Flygare (Contribution by); Tammy Heflebower (Contribution by); Philip B. Warrick (Contribution by) What do successful assessments look like? According to this team of authors, they provide meaningful assessment data that inform your instruction to help your students reach proficiency in priority standards. With the help of this practical guide, learn how to successfully integrate assessment with the standards-based teaching and learning process to improve student performance and evaluate instructional efficacy. This book will help K-12 teachers and assessment coordinators: Gain clarity on the different roles of assessment throughout the instructional cycle Determine the timing and format of assessments to best support student learning Address test validity, reliability, and fairness Understand collaborative techniques for assessment consistency Access numerous sample assessments from the field Contents:Introduction Chapter 1: The Role and Purpose of Classroom Assessment Chapter 2: Assessment Throughout the Instructional Cycle Chapter 3: Assessment Practices for Consistency and Collaboration Chapter 4: Technical Quality Chapter 5: The Process of Scoring Assessments Chapter 6: The Use of Data From Assessments Chapter 7: Feedback to Students Epilogue References and Resources Index

Assessing with Respect by Starr Sackstein In this timely and thoughtful call to action, author and educator Starr Sackstein examines the critical intersection between assessment and social and emotional learning (SEL), particularly as it affects students of color and other marginalized groups. The book addresses the five SEL competencies identified by the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL)-self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision making-and explains how teaching students to develop their abilities in these areas can help them improve their learning and assessment experiences. Sackstein also raises important considerations for educators, urging them to * Examine their implicit biases to improve their relationships with students. * Deepen their understanding of the impact of grades and assessments on students' self-image and their ability to reach their full potential as learners. * Develop personalized assessment systems that ensure an accurate, fair, and equitable portrayal of what students know and can do. In addition to presenting the relevant research, Sackstein draws from personal experience and the reflections of students, teachers, and administrators to present a compelling case for approaching assessment through the SEL lens. Educators at all levels who have witnessed the devasting effects that testing can have on students' beliefs in themselves as learners will find Assessing with Respect to be an invaluable guide to ensuring better outcomes-and better emotional health-for all students.

Beyond the Science of Reading by Natalie Wexler In this provocative and timely book, education writer Natalie Wexler argues that the best way to end the "reading wars" is to recognize that learning to read is inextricably linked to learning in general. The science of reading movement has done much to improve instruction in foundational skills. But that hard-won progress may be reversed unless we also help children acquire the knowledge and vocabulary they need to understand complex text. At the same time, the science of learning movement has introduced many educators to evidence-based teaching principles that can be effective for all students. In Beyond the Science of Reading, Wexler addresses a missing piece of the conversation: the ways in which typical reading comprehension and writing instruction conflict with those principles. Wexler also offers practical solutions for bringing science-informed literacy instruction to scale and reveals why &#8226 Teaching phonics isn't enough to create proficient readers.&#8226 Building knowledge is the key to unlocking reading comprehension.&#8226 Writing instruction holds untapped potential to boost literacy and learning.&#8226 Instruction grounded in cognitive science can narrow achievement gaps.&#8226 Current curriculum evaluation methods may be steering schools wrong. Beyond the Science of Reading charts a bold path forward with a new way to equip all children to read with fluency, understanding, and joy. This is an essential resource for educators, policymakers, parents, and anyone who cares about the future of literacy and equity in the United States.

Bolstering Student Resilience by Jason E. Harlacher; Sata Whitcomb Consistency, connection, and compassion are the cornerstones to helping students choose and practice successful behaviors and coping skills. Bolstering Student Resilience illustrates what this looks like in action. Drawing from classroom experience, the authors demystify the buzzwords to keep you focused on the right work. Explore research that supports the why behind this work, then dive into specific strategies you can use immediately. Create predictable, safe classrooms by establishing clear structures for routines, acknowledgment, and discipline. Set limits and boundaries in the classroom while building skills through relationships. Allow flexibility and emotional space for students--particularly those with pronounced social, emotional, or behavioral needs. Discover an approach to SEL that works across all frameworks and initiatives. Study the supportive discipline framework to replace detrimental behaviors with prosocial skills. Give feedback that supports consistency and builds connections. Provide support that matches a behavior's function. Contents: Introduction Chapter 1: Understanding Student Risk Factors Chapter 2: Using Universal Practices to Promote Consistency Chapter 3: Giving Feedback to Support Consistency and Build Connection Chapter 4: Creating Classrooms That Support Connection Chapter 5: Employing Discipline That Ensures Consistency Chapter 6: Adjusting Discipline for Compassion Chapter 7: Using Data Effectively to Tie It All Together Chapter 8: Helping Students With Ongoing Needs Epilogue References and Resources Index

The Chromebook Infused Classroom by Holly Clark Do you have Chromebooks in the classroom? Then this book is for you Conquer remote learning and digital leaning experiences like a pro Whether Chromebooks are a new addition to your school, you've recently gone 1:1 in the classroom, or you've been using them for years and you want to make the most of technology for your learners... The Chromebook Infused Classroom is a resource you will want to refer to again and again.You'll learn how to: Amplify student voice in the classroomCreate opportunities to promote a global perspective and cultural empathyUse technology to assess understanding and craft personalized learning experiences Help students develop critical skills for success in school, work, and life

Education Reimagined by Helen Crompton This guide provides district and school leaders an on-ramp for using the ISTE Standards to facilitate and implement change in their education systems. Education leaders play a central role in developing a culture of change and providing the conditions for innovation in schools, and that role varies by job title. District leaders make changes across multiple schools, principals lead change across their schools and teacher leaders guide change within and across grade levels. But no matter the role, a framework that identifies the knowledge and behaviors required for leaders to make student learning possible and for teachers to be empowered is a necessity. The ISTE Standards for Education Leaders offer a concrete framework to help leaders set goals and provide a vision for transformative systems change within educational institutions. The ISTE Standards for Educators and the ISTE Standards for Students are also used by leaders to provide holistic change with a shared vision and direction for all. Education Reimagined provides aspiring and established leaders an on-ramp for using the ISTE Standards to guide change in their educational systems. This booklet contains: Examples showing how those in specific leadership roles can use the ISTE Standards in their work. Reflection questions applicable to all leadership roles. Vignettes demonstrating how a variety of leaders in a diverse range of schools have embraced the ISTE Standards for Education Leaders. Explanation of other frameworks and standards that connect with and complement the ISTE Standards for Education Leaders. A crosswalk between the ISTE Essential Conditions and the ISTE Standards for Education Leaders. Strong leaders use the ISTE Standards for Educators and the ISTE Standards for Students in tandem with the ISTE Standards for Education Leaders to bring about holistic change with a shared vision and direction for all. Each set of standards is relevant to the education leader and is addressed throughout this booklet. Audience: School and district leaders

The Gift of Story by John Schu With the rise of teacher stressors, new and changing state standards, and high-stakes testing, it is more important than ever to remind literacy teachers and teacher-librarians about the reason that brought them to this profession: the love of story.  The Gift of Story: Exploring the Affective Side of the Reading Life, by John Schu (affectionately known as "Mr. Schu" all over reading communities), invites readers to consider literacy beyond its academic benefits and explore how universal truths found in stories can change us, inspire us, connect us to others, answer our deepest questions, and even help us heal along the way. Using his experience as a teacher, librarian, book lover, and story ambassador, Mr. Schu asks readers to reflect on what it means to share their hearts through stories and how it can connect us to individuals and learning communities. The Gift of Story is presented through a study of five affective elements: Healer, Inspiration, Clarifier, Compassion, and Connector.  Along the way, readers will encounter insightful contributions from educators, children's writers, and illustrators, as well as recommendations for sharing the gift of story with learning communities including: treasured book suggestions that stir reflection, engaging tips for celebrating literacy, and heart-growing applications to lift classroom and library practices. Celebrate the way we define and imagine ourselves through literacy by using stories to connect to others, build and strengthen community, and honor the children we were called to teach. 

Indigenizing Education by Jeremy Garcia (Editor); Valerie Shirley (Editor); Hollie Anderson Kulago (Editor) Indigenizing Education: Transformative Research, Theories, and Praxis brings various scholars, educators, and community voices together in ways that reimagines and recenters learning processes that embody Indigenous education rooted in critical Indigenous theories and pedagogies. The contributing scholar-educators speak to the resilience and strength embedded in Indigenous knowledges and highlight the intersection between research, theories, and praxis in Indigenous education. Each of the contributors share ways they engaged in transformative praxis by activating a critical Indigenous consciousness with diverse Indigenous youth, educators, families, and community members. The authors provide pathways to reconceptualize and sustain goals to activate agency, social change, and advocacy with and for Indigenous peoples as they enact sovereignty, selfeducation, and Native nation-building. The chapters are organized across four sections, entitled Indigenizing Curriculum and Pedagogy, Revitalizing and Sustaining Indigenous Languages, Engaging Families and Communities in Indigenous Education, and Indigenizing Teaching and Teacher Education. Across the chapters, you will observe dialogues between the scholar-educators as they enacted various theories, shared stories, indigenized various curriculum and teaching practices, and reflected on the process of engaging in critical dialogues that generates a (re)new(ed) spirit of hope and commitment to intellectual and spiritual sovereignty. The book makes significant contributions to the fields of critical Indigenous studies, critical and culturally sustaining pedagogy, and decolonization.

I Wish My Teacher Knew by Kyle Schwartz One day, third-grade teacher Kyle Schwartz asked her students to fill-in-the-blank in this sentence: "I wish my teacher knew _____." The results astounded her. Some answers were humorous, others were heartbreaking-all were profoundly moving and enlightening. The results opened her eyes to the need for educators to understand the unique realities their students face in order to create an open, safe and supportive place in the classroom. When Schwartz shared her experience online, #IWishMyTeacherKnew became an immediate worldwide viral phenomenon. Schwartz's book tells the story of #IWishMyTeacherKnew, including many students' emotional and insightful responses, and ultimately provides an invaluable guide for teachers, parents, and communities.

Modern PBL by Daniel Jones; John Wick (Editor); Heather Brown (Editor) Dive into the transformative world of education with Daniel Jones's 'Modern PBL: Project-Based Learning in the Digital Age.' This pivotal guide offers educators a roadmap to navigate the rapidly changing, technology-infused educational landscape, positioning Project-Based Learning (PBL) at the heart of classroom innovation and critical thinking in the age of Artificial Intelligence (AI).Jones, a pioneering figure in educational strategy, articulates a compelling vision for integrating cutting-edge digital tools with PBL principles. The book is crafted to help educators rise to the challenges posed by AI, steering students towards higher-order thinking skills and away from the shallow learning that often characterizes tech-driven classrooms.'Modern PBL' provides educators with:- Strategies to harness PBL in countering the superficial learning trends magnified by AI, fostering deep, critical thinking.- Insights into creating authentic learning experiences that engage students deeply, beyond mere rote memorization.- Techniques for blending digital tools into PBL, enriching the educational experience with interactive and dynamic learning environments.- Guidance on adopting the latest educational strategies that synergize digital technologies with the essence of PBL.- A treasure trove of resources and tools specifically geared for enhancing learning in today's tech-rich educational settings.Drawing from Jones's extensive expertise and enriched with contributions from global educational leaders, 'Modern PBL' is heralded as a fundamental resource for teachers aiming to master the digital teaching landscape. It advocates for a forward-thinking approach to education, where technology serves as a bridge to critical thinking, creativity, and innovation.Embrace 'Modern PBL' to not only adapt to the digital age but to lead with confidence, preparing a new generation of learners for a future dominated by problem-solving and innovative thinking. This book is an invitation to educators to join a movement towards revolutionizing education, shaping the minds that will navigate tomorrow's challenges.

A Pedagogy of Kindness by Catherine J. Denial Academia is not, by and large, a kind place. Individualism and competition are what count. But without kindness at its core, Catherine Denial suggests, higher education fails students and instructors--and its mission--in critical ways. Part manifesto, part teaching memoir, part how-to guide, A Pedagogy of Kindness urges higher education to get aggressive about instituting kindness, which Denial distinguishes from niceness. Having suffered beneath the weight of just "getting along," instructors need to shift every part of what they do to prioritizing care and compassion--for students as well as for themselves. A Pedagogy of Kindness articulates a fresh vision for teaching, one that focuses on ensuring justice, believing people, and believing in people. Offering evidence-based insights and drawing from her own rich experiences as a professor, Denial offers practical tips for reshaping syllabi, assessing student performance, and creating trust and belonging in the classroom. Her suggestions for concrete, scalable actions  outline nothing less than a transformational discipline--one in which, together, we create bright new spaces, rooted in compassion, in which all engaged in teaching and learning might thrive.  

Project Based Learning Made Simple Quickly and Easily Go from Idea to Activity to Discover with these Ready-to-Use ProjectsProject Based Learning Made Simple is the fun and engaging way to teach 21st-century competencies including problem solving, critical thinking, collaboration, communication and creativity. This straight-forward book makes it easier than ever to bring this innovative technique into your classroom with 100 ready-to-use projects in a range of topics, including: Science and STEM- Save the Bees! - Class Aquarium- Mars ColonyMath Literacy- Personal Budgeting- Bake Sale- Family CookbookLanguage Arts- Candy Bar Marketing- Modernize a Fairy Tale- Movie AdaptationSocial Studies- Build a Statue- Establish a Colony- Documenting Immigration

Rethinking Writing Instruction in the Age of AI by Randy Laist In Rethinking Writing Instruction in the Age of AI, Laist offers composition instructors practical ways to address AI panic as well as insight into how to embrace it as an opportunity to strengthen writing and critical thinking skills. Composition and writing instructors have long been challenged to find effective ways of engaging and empowering student writers. In the age of Artificial Intelligence (AI), this challenge has become even more complicated, with too many students-and too many people in general-feeling shut out of writing. Writing is an invaluable academic skill, but, as writing expert Randy Laist points out, "it is also much more than that. It is a tool for thinking, a means of personal expression, and a vehicle of self-discovery." In addition to reframing the use of AI and providing an understanding of the challenges present in the classroom and writing, Laist shows how Universal Design for Learning provides a framework that can help unpack the writing process and support instruction. This book offers numerous hands-on writing activities that are not only engaging but also "AI proof."

SLOW down! Children Are Learning! by Erin Mengeu LIMITED EDITION: FULL COLOR Students and teachers are under more stress than ever before. The high demands, unrelenting pace, and levels of academic difficulty have caused a problem of its own--anxiety. We are pushing students through the curriculum, focused on academic achievement. Instead, we need to slow down and provide them with the necessary tools for learning, based on developmental growth.Based on teaching experience and research we have found that implementing strategies that provide students with the tools for learning will get better long term results for overall achievement. To do this we must place our focus on developmental growth in the elementary years.  In SLOW DOWN! Children are Learning! You will be inspired and equipped to transform your teaching by focusing on developmental areas such as: executive function, growth mindset, motor development, sensory integration, foundations of literacy, play-based learning, and teaching pedagogy. You will also be given a framework for a F.I.R.M. foundation for learning in your classroom. You will read real life stories that will motivate you to shift your focus from only teaching standards to also teaching humans by slowing down to focus on these developmental areas.  You will be reminded of why you do all the great things that you do each day in your classroom.  You will also learn effective strategies from the experts in the teaching field: Intervention Specialists, Speech and Language Pathologists, Guidance Counselors, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, and Literacy Specialists. As a bonus you will also be able to download a Teacher Resource Packet that includes many of the effective strategies shared in this book. In today's busy classrooms we don't have to add yet another thing to our plate in order to develop learners.  We can provide our students with the proper tools for learning just by shifting our focus to developmental growth in the elementary years so that our students will be mentally, emotionally, and physically ready to handle the rigor of their school years.

Teaching Twice-Exceptional Learners in Today's Classroom by Emily Kircher-Morris Recognize and support twice-exceptional (2e) learners to help them succeed in school--and beyond. Twice-exceptional (2e) learners have often been misunderstood, disciplined, unchallenged, and left behind. Even as awareness of 2e learners has grown, educators are still in need of practical tools to recognize and support their twice-exceptional students. This book answers that need, providing teachers with accessible information about twice-exceptional diagnoses and suggested accommodations, modifications, and collaboration with other educational professionals.  Dedicated to the needs of all 2e learners, the first part of the book covers identifying and understanding 2e students, strength-based instruction, motivation and self-regulation, and executive functioning skills. The second part details how gifted students are affected by another diagnosis, including: Specific learning disabilities ADHD Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Processing difficulties Anxiety-based diagnoses Depression and other mood disorders This book equips educators with information that will make it easier for them to advocate for their 2e students, including what they need to know about the individualized education plan (IEP) and Section 504 plan process. Special topics, such as gifted students with physical disabilities, students experiencing trauma, and gifted learners from diverse backgrounds, are also included. With Teaching Twice-Exceptional Learners in Today's Classroom, educators can better identify, support, and meet the needs of their 2e students.  

Universal Design for Learning in the Early Childhood Classroom: Teaching Children of All Languages, Cultures, and Abilities, Birth-8 Years by Brillante, Pamela and Nemeth, Karen Summary: "Universal Design for Learning in the Early Childhood Classroom, Second Edition focuses on proactively designing PreK through Grade 3 classroom instruction, environments, and assessments that are flexible enough to ensure that teachers can accommodate the needs of all the students in their classrooms. Featuring updated language and examples to elevate discussions about inclusion and access along with a stronger anti-bias focus, this second edition includes new content on trauma-informed practice, strength-based approaches, social-​emotional learning, family partnerships, and using remote and virtual technology."-- Publisher.