by Christopher Magan | Sep 6, 2014 | Articles
With some of the biggest classroom technology upgrades taking place throughout the country, school districts are finding that it pays to invest in iPad training for teachers. In the Twin Cities metro area, millions of dollars are spent to provide personalized... by Christopher Magan | Jan 19, 2014 | Articles
Schools are discovering that chess develops elementary students’ critical thinking skills. Margot Drayton’s fourth-grade class knows what to do if a bishop is coming after their king — they call in the queen. “The queen is like a police... by Christopher Magan | Jul 3, 2013 | Articles
As educators focus on increasing overall student achievement, there is an increasing effort to spark students’ interest in math and science. Researchers are finding that hands-on learning stimulates interest in STEM courses and offers students the opportunity to... by Christopher Magan | Jun 5, 2013 | Articles
A couple of school districts in Minnesota are experimenting with giving up classroom time in favor of more time for teachers to collaborate, examine student data and tailor instruction to meet students’ individual needs. Last summer, school Superintendents... by Christopher Magan | Mar 18, 2013 | Articles
A teacher-led project conducted a six-month study into the effects of using the iPad and other technology as part of lessons. In the latest rush to bring new technology into the classroom, Burnsville-Eagan-Savage educators are betting a more deliberate approach will...
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