Melissa Mack

Math instruction that helps improve student confidence and close achievement gaps? Count us in! Check out our latest guide to explore how.

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Thanks to @DA_magazine for the insightful article breaking down key findings from The Education Insights Report by Discovery Education. Read on below to learn more!

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Join Corporate Education Group for an engaging webinar on “Mastering Crucial Conversations”, a powerful and valuable webinar facilitated by Lisa Cox.   When: January 30, 2024 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET Register here: https://lnkd.in/ePh9qwXa.. In this 1-hour webinar we will look at ways to build your “crucial conversation” skills, including the ability to deliver bad news with clarity and directness. The skills learned in this webinar can be applied in person as well as virtually to successfully navigate sensitive situations and crucial communications in the workplace. #ProfessionalDevelopment #LeadershipSkills #CommunicationExcellence #Webinar #CrucialConversations #WorkplaceSuccess

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The Science of Reading is hot 🔥 right now. Super simplified explanation: Two approaches have been battling for dominance in public schools, Whole Language and Phonics. Whole Language focuses on rote memorization of words and Phonics breaks down the sounds. (Phonics is just one key part of the Science of Reading, but it is a differentiator.) Whole Language dominated for years, but results have caused concern. In 2022, 37% of 4th graders tested below basic on NAEP testing(nation's report card). Mississippi is one state that has chosen to move away from Whole Language with impressive results. They went from being ranked the second worst state in the country for 4th grade reading in 2013 to a rocket rise of 21st in the country in 2022. Many districts and states are making moves towards incorporating Science of Reading curriculum on different levels of intensity. A total of 38 states have now passed laws or policies about changing reading instruction. The problem is that many schools are trying to fit in the Science of Reading for supplemental support, helping students who have fallen behind instead of incorporating the training and curriculum into all of their core classes. Hoping that giving students a strong foundation in their early years can lead to more life long lovers of reading nationwide. 📚 #reading #literacy

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Some very interesting findings in BDO USA's 8th annual Nonprofit Standards benchmarking survey of higher education leaders/executives -- including observations related to board and donor engagement, program reviews and key institutional challenges. Several of these observations are consistent with data/findings from NACUBO... #highereducation

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We’re honored to partner with renowned experts and researchers to provide free resources aimed to help increase your knowledge of the Science of Reading, writing and building knowledge. Explore below! 👉 https://mhed.us/4cdhP7d #Education #Teaching #Literacy

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Join Corporate Education Group for an engaging webinar on “The Arc and Art of Feedback”, a powerful and valuable webinar facilitated Lisa Cox.   When: January 23, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET Register here: https://lnkd.in/eXc54jab..   Join us for The Arc and Art of Feedback, a 1-hour webinar with Lisa Cox, as we unlock the power of giving and receiving feedback to drive growth. Learn how to deliver impactful, constructive feedback, understand what motivates vs. shuts down, and explore a proven model to make feedback meaningful and engaging. Don’t miss out!   #LeadershipDevelopment #EmployeeEngagement #FeedbackSkills #GrowthMindset #ProfessionalDevelopment #EffectiveCommunication #ContinuousImprovement #Webinar #CareerGrowth #HRTraining

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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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📣 Calling all education leaders! This is a must-attend event to understand how this professional learning can change classroom instruction and how you can support this transformative journey in your schools. 👉 Register here- https://lnkd.in/ef6anKNq Join us for an insightful webinar hosted by the 95 Percent Group, where you'll discover the unique features of the Top 10 Tools™! This proven, 10-part science of reading course will enhance your understanding and revolutionize your reading instruction—offering a comprehensive yet efficient learning experience in less time than other courses. 🌟 Key Highlights: 🔹 Learn about the unique features of Top 10 Tools™ 🔹 Discover how this course can transform your reading instruction 🔹 Enjoy a comprehensive and efficient learning experience During this webinar, Deb Glaser, EdD, will provide a comprehensive overview and share how practical application opportunities are embedded throughout the course to immediately implement your learning and accelerate students’ reading proficiency. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to elevate your literacy education! 👉 Register here- https://lnkd.in/ef6anKNq #Education #Literacy #ScienceOfReading #ProfessionalDevelopment #Leadership #ReadingInstruction #LiteracyLeaders #impact

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Learn how higher education can reinforce its relevance by helping students demonstrate their job skills with the adoption of skill-focused digital credentials, while a similar movement is emerging in K-12. 1EdTech Consortium is a critical partner in this work! #microcredentials #digitalcredentials

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A bit more about BloomBoard and how we help school districts with on-the-job teacher prep and advancement.

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Check out this article published in eSchool News! Five Strategies to Close the Critical Thinking Gap, by Sarah McNeil, VP of Professional Development at Thinking Maps, Inc. highlights the critical thinking gap and outlines steps for improving students' critical thinking skills!

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How is your school district working toward strategies that ensure ethical, effective, and sustainable use of Generative AI? Check out our most recent case study below. #ALPLearn

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Discover what today’s educators worldwide are saying about barriers to student success, AI in education, and more in the 2024 McGraw Hill Education Insights Report: Learning Outcomes and the Digital Classroom.

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Demand for Online Courses Surges, Creating Cultural Tensions: Annual survey of chief online learning officers finds students seek more virtual options; faculty push back on more workload with no increased pay. #EdTech #LifetimeLearning #LifelongLearning

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Teaching #marketsegmentation can be a challenge in the K-12 environment, with many teachers focusing on demographics of the consumer or the products/services of the company . By using the the "Jobs to be Done" framework, market segmentation is better defined. Here are a few resources to get you started: 1. The Christensen Institute: "Everyone has Jobs to Be Done in their lives—the progress they’re trying to make as they strive toward a goal or aspiration within particular circumstances." https://lnkd.in/euBx4q6m Additional Resources: Milkshake Study https://lnkd.in/eN_BZMqe 2. Strategyn: https://lnkd.in/ekNTUUsg. I think Tony Ulwick is THE most thoughtful leader on JTBD- "when applying Jobs-to-be-Done Theory, a market is defined as a job executor and the job that executor is trying to get done" A few Benefits from Strategyn's approach: -customer centric -JTBD remain constant, just solutions change, switching focus from solutions to what the customer is actually trying to achieve -An empirical approach to 'unmet needs" that leads to true innovation Additional Resources: Jobs to be Done: From Theory to Practice https://lnkd.in/eRtBFSn8 to learn more on how to implement Entrepreneurship in your K-12 school, please feel to reach out https://lnkd.in/e7YWSfnV

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The transfer process in higher education can be complex and challenging for many students. Transfer students often face obstacles, with colleges sometimes prioritizing incoming freshmen over them, leading to multiple application rounds, increased costs, and exhaustion. It's crucial to support transfer students in navigating these hurdles, as they are often the least familiar with the higher education culture. Providing guidance can make a significant difference, offering a sense of relief and clarity for these students. Learn more about dissecting the transfer process here: https://lnkd.in/ge25QW9y #highereducation #transferstudents #enrollment Lauren Schudde Huriya Jabbar

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There are many misconceptions about charter schools out there! This post is putting out facts about charters. Had to share!

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