Matthew Taylor

Remediation vs. Intervention in K-12 Schools In education, we often hear the terms remediation and intervention, but how do they truly differ when it comes to supporting student learning? 💬 Remediation usually focuses on reteaching material that students may have missed, aiming to fill specific gaps in knowledge or skills. 💡 Intervention, on the other hand, is often defined as proactive and targeted, aiming to support students before they fall behind or need extra help. In my experience working with schools, students must fail some sort of assessment before they receive either. If they fail first is there anything different between interventions and remediation? 📢 What’s your take? How do you define remediation vs. intervention in your school or district? Share your insights and experiences! #Education #K12 #StudentSupport #Learning #Remediation #Intervention

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📚 Are you curious about the keys to effective school governance? 📚 Discover the 12 characteristics that define successful school boards and how they can transform educational institutions. This article dives deep into the challenges schools face and the governance practices that lead to success. 🌟 Read "School Governance 101: Creating Opportunities and Overcoming Challenges" now! 👉 https://lnkd.in/g-GZ6x_3 #SchoolGovernance #EducationLeadership #BetterBoards

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In light of the hateful rhetoric that has been spread over the last week, this #WelcomingWeek2024 webinar with Re-Imagining Migration and Welcoming America feels even more important. Bigotry in schools manifests in the form of bullying and harassment, creating a toxic learning environment for all young people. It's essential that we all have the knowledge and tools to speak up and be part of the solution. #education #immigration #bullying #welcoming #belonging #k12

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📊 The Power of Priority-Based Budgeting in School Districts In today's educational landscape, effective resource allocation is crucial. Priority-Based Budgeting (PBB) is transforming how school districts align their budgets with educational priorities, enhancing student outcomes, and ensuring fiscal responsibility. To learn more about this approach, check out our recent article on MyBudgetFile. https://lnkd.in/eFYFpY5F Key benefits of PBB in education: 🎓 Student-centric approach 🤝 Enhanced community engagement 📈 Focus on measurable outcomes 📊 Data-driven decision making By prioritizing student needs and involving stakeholders, PBB fosters transparency, efficiency, and accountability in our education system. #EdChat #EdFin #EdTech

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Education has the power to unlock potential and create opportunities, but challenges like teacher shortages, budget constraints, and declining student engagement hold many schools and districts back. Explore how virtual classroom platforms can overcome these barriers, making quality education accessible to every student 👉 https://lnkd.in/e8KXBy5a #BudgetCuts #K12 #TeacherShortage #OnlineLearning

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Check out our new blog - highlighting how we've worked with adult ed teachers to generate hundreds of free and open digital learning resources as they learn about OER and using edtech, among other things!

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Looking for meaningful and effective PD and coaching for K-12? 100 percent of the 40 plus schools we have worked with in the last three years have moved from D/F to ABC. Offerings. : -climate and culture that reduces discipline by 60 percent -instructional leadership and coaching systems that work -data driven- data meetings that work - intervention time - special education inclusion - leadership coaching Message for a transformation call. #transformation #leadership #principals #teachers #stuffthatworks

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1EdTech Consortium standards are greater than solely #interoperability. They are about #digital equity, ensuring that all students and teachers have secure and seamless access to the resources and data that they need to support a variety of #learning opportunities and achievements.

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How Districts Prepare and Develop School Principals | New research shows a stark divide in how school districts of different sizes approach principal development and support. https://lnkd.in/ev2BC2Nu

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K-12 schools are a crucial pathway for developing digital literacy, ensuring equitable access to technology, and preparing students for success in the digital age. Digital Promise’s new K-12 Digital Equity Framework is a systematic way for leaders, teachers, and coaches to advance #DigitalEquity by closing the digital teaching and learning gap in schools, providing strategies to bridge the digital access, design, and use divides. Explore the framework to learn more. https://lnkd.in/g5uKEK88

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AI has the potential to significantly enhance educational assessment by providing personalized, continuous feedback to students. AI can incorporate formative assessment into everyday learning, providing immediate feedback and support. This can lead to more efficient learning and reduce reliance on high-stakes, summative tests. This continuous feedback loop can keep students engaged and motivated while reducing the stress associated with traditional exams. While AI cannot eliminate the need for some assessment forms, it can offer more comprehensive and nuanced evaluations than standardized tests alone. Through interactive simulations and real-world scenarios, AI can analyze complex skills like critical thinking and creativity. Additionally, AI-powered tools can automate grading, freeing teachers' time to focus on personalized instruction and creating engaging learning experiences. By leveraging AI's ability to analyze data and identify learning gaps, educators can provide targeted support and tailor learning pathways for each student. This shift towards AI-driven assessment promises a more equitable and effective education system that fosters individual growth and prepares students for future challenges.

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Even within restrictive mandates, there are ways to foster collaboration without overburdening staff. Here are three strategies for superintendents to empower principals like John: 1️⃣ Set the Expectation for Collaboration: Encourage principals to model and prioritize collaboration within their schools. Leadership starts with a clear vision. 2️⃣ Promote Good Faith Efforts: Support principals in making small, achievable changes to increase collaboration time. Document successes and challenges to share insights at the district level. 3️⃣ Review and Reassess Mandates: Create regular opportunities to hear from school leaders about what’s working and what isn’t. Flexibility starts with listening. When districts and schools work together, they create a culture where collaboration becomes a shared goal—not an added burden. Which of these strategies could make the biggest difference in your district? #transformationalleadership #schooladministrators #specialeducationleadership

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Reading should always be interesting. Yet too often, decodable readers are dull, lack representation, and fail to intellectually engage children. That’s why I’m proud of RedThread Readers at Lavinia Group. These books offer diverse characters, rich narratives, and align with phonics and learning themes, ensuring that children not only learn to read but also feel seen and inspired by the stories they read. If you want decodable readers that truly captivate and educate, reach out! #RedThreadReaders #Phonics #CulturallyResponsive #EarlyLiteracy #LaviniaGroup

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Did you know the K-12 professional development market is worth $18 billion? Yet only 29% of teachers are satisfied with current PD offerings. It's time to reimagine professional development that works. In my latest blog post, I dive deep into: • Why traditional PD is failing our educators • How credit-bearing programs boost teacher retention • A real-world case study showing 20% improvement in student achievement • The ROI of strategic professional development Plus, discover how one high school teacher transformed her career and expanded college access for low-income students through targeted PD—at a fraction of traditional costs. Want to create PD programs that teachers value while achieving your district's goals? The solution might be simpler than you think. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gAduGyx3 American College of Education #EducationLeadership #TeacherPD #K12Education #ProfessionalDevelopment #EdLeaders

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Leaders in education are leveraging organizational management analytics platforms to drive performance, accountability, and strategic planning across schools and districts. By utilizing data dashboards and AI-powered insights, educational institutions can track student outcomes, identify areas for improvement, and optimize resource allocation. With real-time access to data, leadership teams gain the clarity they need to make informed decisions, streamline operations, and ensure the success of both students and staff. #EducationLeadership #EdTech #DataDrivenEducation #AIinEducation #SchoolManagement #AnalyticsPlatform #EducationalSuccess

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