Curriculum

PNU Study Examines the Perceptions of Pre-service Teachers on Peer Reaction Video Feedback

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Thursday, November 30, 2023
Teaching, SAGE Publishing, Feedback, Student, Pusan National University, Curriculum, Tutoring

In this regard, peer evaluation of a teacher's recorded teaching video or "microteaching" is promising.

Key Points: 
  • In this regard, peer evaluation of a teacher's recorded teaching video or "microteaching" is promising.
  • Lastly, the pre-service teachers were asked to fill out a questionnaire on their perceptions regarding the feedback they received.
  • Another benefit of peer reaction video feedback was the ability to provide more concrete feedback on the trainees' performance.
  • Furthermore, the study also brings forth a range of suggestions to improve the practice of peer reaction video feedback.

'WE ARE NOW AT THE DAWN OF A NEW AGE FOR INTELLIGENCE,' SAYS GLOBAL AI EXPERT AT QATAR FOUNDATION'S 2023 WISE SUMMIT

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Information literacy, Research, Associate professor, Policy, Education, Mathematics, Qatar Foundation, Synthetic media, WISE, Wolfram Research, Student, Common Good, Intelligence, Conrad Wolfram, Digital, Curriculum, Speech, AI, Medical device

DOHA, Qatar, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The world is at a tipping point for human evolution because machines are about to profoundly change the way we live, the way we work, and even experience what it means to be human, said Nina Schick, one of the first Generative AI experts and Founder of Tamang Ventures Limited, at WISE 11, the 11th edition of Qatar Foundation's WISE Summit, that concluded today.

Key Points: 
  • The panel 'AI for Common Good,' explored the collective impact of AI applications in the fields of research, education, policy, philanthropy, and media on cultivating the next generation of leaders and problem-solvers.
  • Her Excellency the Minister commented: "Qatar is one of the early adopters of a national K-12 AI curriculum.
  • It aims at preparing students for a workforce that increasingly involves AI technologies and skills."
  • Co-founder and CEO of The Wolfram Group, Conrad Wolfram, delivered a keynote speech during the closing ceremony on the critical importance of computational thinking in the age of AI.

'WE ARE NOW AT THE DAWN OF A NEW AGE FOR INTELLIGENCE,' SAYS GLOBAL AI EXPERT AT QATAR FOUNDATION'S 2023 WISE SUMMIT

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Information literacy, Research, Associate professor, Policy, Education, Mathematics, Qatar Foundation, Synthetic media, WISE, Wolfram Research, Student, Common Good, Intelligence, Conrad Wolfram, Digital, Curriculum, Speech, AI, Medical device

DOHA, Qatar, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The world is at a tipping point for human evolution because machines are about to profoundly change the way we live, the way we work, and even experience what it means to be human, said Nina Schick, one of the first Generative AI experts and Founder of Tamang Ventures Limited, at WISE 11, the 11th edition of Qatar Foundation's WISE Summit, that concluded today.

Key Points: 
  • The panel 'AI for Common Good,' explored the collective impact of AI applications in the fields of research, education, policy, philanthropy, and media on cultivating the next generation of leaders and problem-solvers.
  • Her Excellency the Minister commented: "Qatar is one of the early adopters of a national K-12 AI curriculum.
  • It aims at preparing students for a workforce that increasingly involves AI technologies and skills."
  • Co-founder and CEO of The Wolfram Group, Conrad Wolfram, delivered a keynote speech during the closing ceremony on the critical importance of computational thinking in the age of AI.

LG NOVA AWARDS TOP STARTUPS DEVELOPING TECH FOR A BETTER FUTURE AT THE 2023 INNOVATION FESTIVAL

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Lithium, LG Electronics, Eye, SAN, Engineering, Electronics, Head, Learning, Disability, Innovation, Concussion, LG, Ecosystem, Automation, Brain, Curriculum, Software, Health, AI, Digital health, Robotics, Retina, ESG, Medical device

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Highlighting breakthrough startups, LG NOVA, LG Electronics' North American Innovation Center, announced the winners of the Startup Pitch Competition at its annual Innovation Festival in October 2023. The LG NOVA Innovation Festival is a unique event that brings together innovators to discuss, explore and build next-generation technological solutions for the advancement of people and the planet. 

Key Points: 
  • SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Highlighting breakthrough startups, LG NOVA, LG Electronics' North American Innovation Center, announced the winners of the Startup Pitch Competition at its annual Innovation Festival in October 2023.
  • The LG NOVA Innovation Festival is a unique event that brings together innovators to discuss, explore and build next-generation technological solutions for the advancement of people and the planet.
  • The Innovation Festival provides an ideal setting for the recognition of new growing startups with the potential to make a positive impact for a better future.
  • The LG NOVA Innovation Festival is a two-day event that brings together startups, entrepreneurs, investors, industry leaders and the broader innovation ecosystem for learning, discussions, interactive idea sharing and networking.

95 Percent Group Introduces 95 Literacy Intervention System

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Literacy, Q&A, Digital, Student, Knowledge, School, Digital platform (infrastructure), Curriculum, Tutoring, Nursing

LINCOLNSHIRE, Ill., Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, 95 Percent Group LLC, the trusted source for proven literacy solutions, introduced 95 Literacy Intervention System™. This new digital platform puts the tools for diagnosing skill gaps, digitally grouping students with similar needs and assigning targeted reading instruction at teachers' fingertips. Linking to 95 Phonics Core Program™ and 95 Phonics Lesson Library™, the 95 Literacy Intervention System allows teachers to ensure all students receive the targeted instruction they need to quickly graduate from intervention. This newest innovation is part of the One95™ Literacy Ecosystem, a proven approach for building student literacy skills across all tiers of instruction.

Key Points: 
  • New digital platform pairs assessment with resources to diagnose skill gaps, group students and assign targeted instruction to move more students from intervention to reading success
    LINCOLNSHIRE, Ill., Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, 95 Percent Group LLC, the trusted source for proven literacy solutions, introduced 95 Literacy Intervention System™.
  • Linking to 95 Phonics Core Program ™ and 95 Phonics Lesson Library ™, the 95 Literacy Intervention System allows teachers to ensure all students receive the targeted instruction they need to quickly graduate from intervention.
  • At 95 Percent Group, we want to empower teachers with knowledge, resources and support to intervene quickly and easily and that's exactly what our new 95 Literacy Intervention System provides," said Laura Stewart, Chief Academic Officer, 95 Percent Group.
  • For more background information on the new system, read the Q&A: Transforming Literacy Intervention with 95 Literacy Intervention System.

Georgia Approves Being a Reader Program for High-Quality Instructional Materials (K-3) Advisory List

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Literacy, HB, School, Learning, Reader, Acquisition, Student, Education, Curriculum, Tutoring, Book

The purpose of the Georgia State Board of Education's review was to vet K–3 core reading programs reflective of the components of structured literacy as outlined in Georgia HB 538.

Key Points: 
  • The purpose of the Georgia State Board of Education's review was to vet K–3 core reading programs reflective of the components of structured literacy as outlined in Georgia HB 538.
  • "We're thrilled that Georgia has recognized Being a Reader as a high-quality curriculum for comprehensive reading instruction," said Collaborative Classroom CEO and President Kelly Stuart.
  • Collaborative Classroom Managers of Educational Partnerships Devonne Harper and Katharine Bonasera support Georgia schools.
  • "As a longtime Georgia educator, I'm so gratified to bring Being a Reader into our classrooms," Harper said.

Curriculum Associates Expands Student-Focused AI Capabilities with Purchase of Speech Recognition Leader SoapBox Labs

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Literacy, Acquisition, Mathematics, Curriculum, Language, Learning, Student, Soapbox, Teaching, Partnership, AI, Tutoring, Nursing

NORTH BILLERICA, Mass., Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Curriculum Associates, a leading education technology company, announced today that it has acquired SoapBox Labs, a global leader in voice AI, powering equity-driven learning experiences for students.

Key Points: 
  • NORTH BILLERICA, Mass., Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Curriculum Associates, a leading education technology company, announced today that it has acquired SoapBox Labs, a global leader in voice AI, powering equity-driven learning experiences for students.
  • "Curriculum Associates and SoapBox Labs share a commitment to improving student outcomes by expanding access to high-quality instructional materials and innovative technologies," said Rob Waldron, CEO of Curriculum Associates.
  • Curriculum Associates and SoapBox Labs also share a commitment to using AI technologies to power equity and inclusivity, accessibility, and data privacy in the classroom for educators and their students.
  • East Wind Advisors served as financial advisor to SoapBox Labs in this transaction.

Dairy Innovators Welcome to Apply for Dairy Runway Entrepreneurship Program

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Cornell University, Milk, Teaching, Curriculum, Partnership, Knowledge, CREA, Dairy, Food

ITHACA, N.Y., Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cornell University's Center for Regional Economic Advancement (CREA) is accepting applications for the second cohort of Dairy Runway, an entrepreneurship program for food innovators with value-added dairy products at the ideation stage.

Key Points: 
  • ITHACA, N.Y., Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cornell University's Center for Regional Economic Advancement (CREA) is accepting applications for the second cohort of Dairy Runway, an entrepreneurship program for food innovators with value-added dairy products at the ideation stage.
  • "The Dairy Runway program provides the knowledge and training dairy entrepreneurs need to successfully introduce new products to the market, leading to increased demand for our state's milk."
  • Dairy innovators with value-added dairy products who are located in New York and New England, and committed to using New York-produced cow milk in their product, are eligible to apply.
  • Register for an information session: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/dairy-innovation-program-59879491743
    To learn more about the Dairy Runway program and apply, visit: www.dairyinnovation.org/dairy-runway-program/
    To learn more about the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets, Dairy Promotion Order, visit: https://agriculture.ny.gov/dairy/dairy-promotion-order
    To learn more about the Northeast Dairy Foods Research Center, visit: www.cals.cornell.edu/northeast-dairy-foods-research-center

Trimble Contributes Inertial Navigation Solutions to the Indian Institute of Technology in Kanpur Supporting the Country's Commitment to Becoming a Leader in the UAV Industry

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023
TRMB, Research, Institutes of National Importance, UAV, Government, IIT Kanpur, Student, Teaching, Indian Institutes of Technology, Curriculum, Software, PwC, Doctor of Philosophy, Education, Knowledge, Philosophy, Tutoring, Surveying

WESTMINSTER, Colo., Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) announced today a collaboration with the Indian Institute of Technology in Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) to support a new program in uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAV) to be offered by the Department of Aerospace Engineering. A signing ceremony to officially launch the program was held on October 26 and attended by Professor Tarun Gupta, dean of research and development; Professor Onkar Dikshit; Professor Bharat Lohani; Major General Dr. B. Nagarajan; and Professor Salil Goel from IIT Kanpur. In attendance from Trimble were Rajan Aiyer, managing director, India; and Sanjeev Trehan, director, business development and sales.

Key Points: 
  • In attendance from Trimble were Rajan Aiyer, managing director, India; and Sanjeev Trehan, director, business development and sales.
  • "Our collaboration with Trimble will allow India to leverage the technology for the country's agriculture, telecom, urban development and other industries."
  • IIT Kanpur was declared an Institute of National Importance by the Government of India under the Institutes of Technology Act.
  • IIT Kanpur's researchers are credited with creating the first solar powered UAV developed in India, named MARAAL-1 and MARAAL-2.

Imagine Learning Enhances STEM Education with Advanced Python Course in Imagine Robotify

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Computer Science Teachers Association, STEM, Learning, Student, Python, Creativity, CSTA, Product management, Supplement, Teaching, Communication, School, Curriculum, Flex, Face, Education, Tutoring, Management

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Imagine Learning announces the launch of an innovative Python course in Imagine Robotify, designed for 8th graders.

Key Points: 
  • SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Imagine Learning announces the launch of an innovative Python course in Imagine Robotify, designed for 8th graders.
  • "Flex's Rescue Training" course marks a significant step in enhancing STEM education within schools, offering an engaging and relevant learning experience for students.
  • By merging Python programming with ecological problem-solving, students will experience a hands-on, interdisciplinary approach, enriching their STEM learning journey.
  • "The launch of our advanced Python course in Imagine Robotify marks a significant milestone in our mission to make advanced STEM education accessible to all students," says Sarah Anderson, Vice President of Product Management, Supplemental at Imagine Learning.