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Relationships Are Key to Kids’ Growth — And They’re in Crisis, Expert Says

ED Surge

Theres a disconnect between what we know is really critical and then what were paying attention to, says Hau, executive director of the Stanford Accelerator for Learning and author of a new book about the essential role of relationships in healthy human development. At 3 years old, I was still trying.

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As a Principal, I Thought I Promoted Psychological Safety. Then a Colleague Spoke Up.

ED Surge

This colleague, who I manage, shared that during a recent meeting I had facilitated, my tone made them feel psychologically unsafe. I made someone feel psychologically unsafe? Their words, and the description of their experience in the meeting left me stunned, confused and disappointed in myself. I kept thinking, “Me? I wish I had.

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Are We Assessing What Really Matters in Education?

ED Surge

Recently, EdSurge webinar host Matthew Joseph discussed with education experts the need for assessments to measure what truly matters and power human progress. What role does assessment play in personalized learning, and how can it be used to tailor educational experiences to individual student needs?

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How to Design Educational Technology Products to Motivate Students

Digital Promise

Given students’ interest in technology, educational technology tools are a promising way to motivate them to learn. The” what” and” why” of goal pursuits: Human needs and the self-determination of behavior. Psychological Inquiry,11(4), 227–268. a consulting company for product designers.

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Human Meets AI: Helping Educators Navigate Their Emotions About Technological Change

ED Surge

Understanding the Psyche of Technological Resistance in the Education Workforce Resistance to change, especially technological change , is fundamentally anchored in our human psychology. This dynamic is significantly magnified within the education workforce. It’s not indicative of weakness or failure.

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Most Popular EdSurge Podcast Episodes of 2024

ED Surge

What New Research Says About Fostering a Sense of Belonging in Classrooms There are key junctures in education that are especially important for helping students feel they belong in school or college. But some teaching experts say tutoring should be reserved for humans who can motivate and understand the students they work with.

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Study: Students work harder when they think they are being watched

The Hechinger Report

Computerized instruction offers the promise of a technological version of a personal tutor, giving instant feedback and tailoring lessons for each child’s needs. Yet even advocates of educational technology recognize the motivating power of a human teacher to encourage a demoralized student or clear up a point of confusion.