A deputy superintendent at a large district in Texas explains how her district is transforming professional learning through micro-credentialing. With 54 school campuses and nearly 40,000 students,
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At the end of the year, it is great to find something fun and relevant to use to engage your students in STEM learning. May 16th is National
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When it comes to preparing our students for the future, there are many learning activities and digital tools for us to choose from. However, it can be overwhelming
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CSDE chooses Defined Learning's online curricula to advance equity and accelerate learning in all districts. Defined Learning is honored to partner with The Connecticut State Department
Read moreEducators and parents are still in the habit of asking students what they want to be when they grow up. In my experience, students often answer with a
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Have you ever traveled down the highway and noticed a giant water tower? These elevated, cylinder-shaped structures support a huge water tank that can hold over 30,000
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Imagine the following scenario: your favorite college basketball team is playing in the NCAA finals. They’re even hosting the tourney in your hometown. You’re driving into
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My almost 9-year old came home from school last week and I asked him the usual questions. How was school today? Did you learn anything fun? He responded
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“We have the best kids and the best teachers you’ll find anywhere.” While most people would say this about their schools, Pat Cooney, Assistant Superintendent of Student
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If there is one thing Tina Henckel, Director of STEM for Norwalk Public Schools in Norwalk, Connecticut knows, it’s how to pivot. Since 2018, Henckel and her
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