Becoming Data Smart: A New
Tool
for Effective Data Use
Learn about a new online resource—the Data Use for Continuous Quality Improvement Web site—designed to help educators use data more effectively. ARCC collaborated with the Assessment and Accountability Comprehensive Center to present a June 2007 webcast, and the archived version is now available. Take a look. |
Ability Grouping and Acceleration in Gifted Education
Diverse opinions exist about gifted education and how to define giftedness. Studies suggest that ability grouping accompanied by appropriate curricular changes can make a difference. Read Edvantia's Research Corner in District Administration magazine.
Back-to-School Brush-up
As you prepare for the new school year, Edvantia offers a summary of research that can help administrators and teachers think about creating a school culture that supports student achievement. Read more.
Rural Math and Science Education—Lessons Learned
Rural experts gathered this summer in Washington, DC, to discuss lessons learned through the National Science Foundation’s Rural Systemic Initiatives. For insights into the systemic improvement of mathematics and science education in rural areas, listen to the webinar and read the report from Edvantia. Learn more.
Grants Update—August 2007
See a new listing of selected grants.
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Schooling in Appalachia
Look for an article by Edvantia's Dr. Caitlin Howley in Volume 12, Number 1 of the Journal of Appalachian Studies. Titled "Purpose and Place: Schooling and Appalachian Residence," the article explores the meanings families attach to education through interviews conducted with three Appalachian families.
Get Inspired by Iron Science Teachers
Once a week, science teachers convene at San Francisco’s Exploratorium to take on a challenge: Given an ordinary object, assemble and present a science lesson in 10 minutes. Modeled on the popular “Iron Chef” cooking show, contestants serve up practical ideas and inspiration. Watch the webcasts at the Exploratium Web site.
Boost Learning at Home
(PreK-Grade 1)
Research shows that children benefit when families involve their children in learning at home. Family Connections is an effective way to deliver fun learning activities and read-alouds to families each week. Now is the time to order a year’s supply. See the Edvantia Web site for sample issues and a teacher’s guide. Two versions are available: Pre-K or K-1.
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