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Arizona State is part of 5-university research effort to boost reading comprehension in kids Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 6:45AM( Arizona State University ) Two scientists at Arizona State University are on a core team of researchers from five universities awarded $20 million to improve listening and reading comprehension in preschool through third grade.
Start the School Year on the Right Foot with Unique 'Brain Fitness' Exercises that Help Accelerate Learning Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 8:00AMStudies show “fit” brains learn better in the classroom. BrainPro® innovative learning tool helps students get ahead of the curve to ensure a successful year.
Report shows gains by Des Moines students Wednesday, July 14, 2010 @ 3:09AMMore students are taking Advanced Placement tests and dual-enrolling in college courses.
Literacy program keeps kids on the book in Logan Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 3:59PMBy ARIE KIRK The Herald Journal LOGAN, Utah (AP) - To avoid the typical "brain drain" that can occur when school is out, Logan City School District has initiated a literacy outreach program to keep kids reading and learning in the summertime. The two-month summer program targets children who are in elementary and preschool, and offers instruction for parents, too, said Robin Williams, the ...
Online English Literacy Software Provides Audio Help in Arabic, Bahasa Melayu, Farsi, Japanese, Mandarin & Spanish ... Tuesday, July 6, 2010 @ 12:23AMFederally funded, research-proven software teaches reading, writing and keyboarding in English. New online edition provides an easy-to-use tool for students world-wide who want to learn English literacy. Best of all, it's affordable and fun! (PRWeb Jul 6, 2010) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/07/prweb4212704.htm
Online English Literacy Software Provides Audio Help in Arabic, Bahasa Melayu, Farsi, Japanese, Mandarin & Spanish ... Tuesday, July 6, 2010 @ 12:05AMFederally funded, research-proven software teaches reading, writing and keyboarding in English. New online edition provides an easy-to-use tool for students world-wide who want to learn English literacy. Best of all, it's affordable and fun!
Esther Wojcicki: Revolution Needed for Teaching Literacy in a Digital Age Monday, July 5, 2010 @ 12:29PMWritten together with Michael Levine, Executive Director of the Joan Ganz Cooney Center at Sesame Street. America is celebrating. The Fourth of July is a...
Shirley's reading specialist notes progress in town's students Friday, July 2, 2010 @ 4:57AMSHIRLEY -- A recent report commissioned by Strategies for Children (SFC) states that "despite Massachusetts' well-earned reputation as a national leader in education, 43 percent of the state's third-graders score below proficient on the MCAS reading test.
Local Reading Scores Above State, National Averages Friday, June 11, 2010 @ 9:45AMA report recently released by the only agency to do a nationwide assessment of reading proficiency indicates that two out of three 4th graders (64 percent) in Missouri are not proficient readers. The National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) annually assesses reading skills at school districts throughout the U.S.—Brookfield R-3 participated in 2005—but does not provide district-level ...
Hitting a high note: How pupils are singing their way into the history books Wednesday, June 9, 2010 @ 4:23PMIt is a beautiful Monday morning, and in the sprawling grounds of a leading London tourist attraction, most members of a small group of seven and eight-year-olds are singing as if their lives depend on it. Could this scene be about to be replicated across the country? This is the hope of "Sing Up", the national singing programme now working with more than 15,000 English primary schools, which ...
Mat-Ab celebrates special-needs community district-wide Wednesday, June 9, 2010 @ 1:14PMBY JACQUELINE HLAVENKA Staff Writer ABERDEEN — “Everyone has a personal best” was the mantra of Robert Schweitzer, Matawan-Aberdeen Regional School District director of special services, who honored the district’s special-needs students at the Board of Education’s meeting on May 24. read more
How to get kids started reading Monday, June 7, 2010 @ 5:34AMParents have a huge responsibility in raising children. One of the many important duties is helping their children learn to read. But what exactly should parents do? What is their part in the process?
Studies Show Students Lose Learning Retention Over The Summer - New Home-Based Learning Service Helps Struggling ... Wednesday, May 26, 2010 @ 5:08AMBrainPro reinforces learning with proven Fast ForWord(R) 'brain fitness' technology used by schools around the world read more
Studies Show Students Lose Learning Retention Over The Summer - New Home-Based Learning Service Helps Struggling ... Wednesday, May 26, 2010 @ 5:00AMMost young people experience learning losses when they do not engage in educational activities during the summer break. According to the National Summer Learning Association , research spanning 100 years shows that students typically score lower on standardized tests at the end of summer vacation than they do on the same tests at the beginning of the summer.
20. Teaching accurate pronunciation Saturday, May 22, 2010 @ 4:04PMTO BE able to teach accurate pronunciation, teachers with language-related responsibilities require a detailed knowledge of why words are pronounced the way they are. Additionally, they need to understand how English sounds are made.
W&L students create take-home literacy kits for Buena Vista families Friday, May 21, 2010 @ 9:44AMBUENA VISTA — Parents who want extra reading help for their children now have a new way to practice at home, thanks to an innovative project developed by Washington and Lee University students.
W&L Students Create Take-Home Literacy Kits for Families Friday, May 21, 2010 @ 7:03AMParents in Buena Vista who want extra reading help for their children now have a new way to practice at home, thanks to an innovative project developed by Washington and Lee University students.
Importance of math should never be underestimated Thursday, May 6, 2010 @ 4:01AMA friend of mine recently told me about the essay that her 8th grader wrote for his mathematics class (yes, they do write essays in math). The purpose of the essay was to advise upcoming students on how they can be successful in middle school math. One of his recommendations was to know the basic math facts. His reasoning was twofold: one, assignments and homework take less time if you know your ...
Reading success in Sturgeon Bay district applauded Wednesday, May 5, 2010 @ 2:17AMSturgeon Bay School District was one of 16 districts recognized by State Superintendent Tony Evers for its work with the Reading Best Practices Model Sites.
MUHYIDDIN YASSIN Mapping a learning journey that is fun Monday, May 3, 2010 @ 3:12AMUnderstanding the importance of the English language and seeking to make learning an enriching and enjoyable experience, the Education Ministry has embarked on a mission to revamp the teaching module, writes MUHYIDDIN YASSIN
Mapping a learning journey that is fun Sunday, May 2, 2010 @ 5:03PMTHE importance of English as an international language is not disputed. Everyone agrees, even those who argue for Bahasa Malaysia to be recognised and used as the pre-eminent language, that proficiency in English is an asset.
School Specialty Introduces Three New Intervention Systems for Closing the Reading Achievement Gap Wednesday, April 21, 2010 @ 12:18AMGrade-Level Target Solutions Combine Powerful Proven Technology and Print Intervention Tools With Teacher Professional Development (PRWeb Apr 21, 2010) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/04/prweb3902714.htm
School Specialty Introduces Three New Intervention Systems for Closing the Reading Achievement Gap Wednesday, April 21, 2010 @ 12:01AMGrade-Level Target Solutions Combine Powerful Proven Technology and Print Intervention Tools With Teacher Professional Development
World Book's New Online Early World of Learning Gives Youngest Learners a Head Start in Literacy and Learning Saturday, April 17, 2010 @ 12:05AMDeveloped with education experts for preschool through early primary grades, Early World of Learning enriches classroom curriculum.
Art, music and physical education assist language learners at Linton Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 4:14AMWhen fourth-grader Carlos Chavez enrolled at Linton Elementary School last fall, he spoke little English and his teachers had difficulty getting him to write or even draw pictures during class.
Could do better: the verdict on curriculum Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 8:25AMA draft national curriculum was released last week giving teachers, academics and the public less than two months to provide feedback on whether they believe it will take the education of Australian students from kindergarten through to year 10 in the right direction. The Herald surveyed leaders in each of the subject fields for which curriculums are being developed.
New devices help Pamlico teachers check young readers' skills Friday, January 29, 2010 @ 1:05PMBAYBORO — While one of her first grade students read a page of nonsense words out loud such as “foj,” “hon,” and “tum,” Stephanie Edwards marked the words and sounds the student read correctly into a Palm handheld computer.
Letter - Learn about FSA Wednesday, January 27, 2010 @ 9:58AMothers also read... As all your readers know, there is much controversy regarding the Foundation Skills Assessment (FSA) that takes place each year in B.C. schools. I would like to take this opportunity to share with you our obligations as a public school district and our practices related to FSA.
BOE approves new test for teacher aides, instructors Sunday, January 24, 2010 @ 6:18AMThe Board of Education has adopted a new test that would measure the content knowledge of Chamorro and Carolinian language teachers and CNMI history instructors, opening a path that would enable these teachers to be deemed Highly Qualified Teachers.
Scientific Learning's Fast ForWord Software Approved by Australian Government as Intervention for Children with Autism Tuesday, January 19, 2010 @ 1:32PMOAKLAND, Calif.----Scientific Learning Corp. today announced that the Australian Government’s Department of Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs has named the Fast ForWord® family of products as an approved intervention for children under age six who are diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders .
South teacher gets $500 grant Tuesday, January 19, 2010 @ 1:14PMSouth kindergarten teacher Janet Cantrell received some good news last week.
Susan Ohanian: Congress Sponsoring Disastrous Literacy Bill Tuesday, January 19, 2010 @ 10:20AMAnalysis of the LEARN Act - new legislation pending in both chambers of Congress - reveals an approach to children's literacy development that is not supported by research and runs contrary to good practice.
BOE hears update on programs at Skelly Wednesday, January 13, 2010 @ 8:48AM“We’ve been looking for something that is hands-on,” said Linda Johnson, Skelly Elementary principal, referring to the school’s reading program.
North Carolina county makes iPod buy for primary students Monday, January 11, 2010 @ 9:13AMThe Pamlico County Board of Education in North Carolina is making a unusual Apple hardware buy, writes the New Bern Sun Journal. The government body is purchasing 131 iPod touches, using money from a $1.25 million grant combining funds from Enhancing Education Though Technology and American Recovery and Reinvestment Act programs. The devices are intended for students in the county's primary ...
Apple technology to aid Pamlico students Sunday, January 10, 2010 @ 12:35PMBAYBORO — Pamlico County Primary School students will have some of the latest technology at their fingertips when iPod touch devices from Apple Inc. are delivered to the school.
CSU-Pueblo: Ed program's low rating a myth Saturday, January 9, 2010 @ 3:56AMColorado State University-Pueblo's teacher education program director questions the results of a recent report on teacher quality that revealed the program is not adequately preparing prospective elementary school teachers.
G.I. teachers learn about mini-grant awards on Friday Tuesday, December 22, 2009 @ 3:15PMFive-year-old Sophia Armstrong found out what it feels like to be Santa Claus - or at least Santa's helper - on Friday when she delivered the news of Grand Island Education Foundation mini-grants awarded to teachers throughout the Grand Island Public Schools.
Tips to ensure your tot's 'TV diet' is healthy and fun Monday, December 21, 2009 @ 7:37AM(ARA) - Figuring out how much and what television is right for your child isn't too different from looking at what to feed your child.
Tips to ensure your tot's 'TV diet' is healthy and fun Tuesday, December 15, 2009 @ 11:51PM(ARA) - Figuring out how much and what television is right for your child isn't too different from looking at what to feed your child.
G.I. teachers learn about mini-grant awards on Friday Saturday, December 12, 2009 @ 10:45PMFive-year-old Sophia Armstrong found out what it feels like to be Santa Claus - or at least Santa's helper - on Friday when she delivered the news of Grand Island Education Foundation mini-grants awarded to teachers throughout the Grand Island Public Schools.
'They get reading, writing, math and science in both languages' Thursday, December 10, 2009 @ 5:36PMMany Spanish-speaking students are still not proficient after five years of learning English in schools. That's according to a report issued Dec. 9 by the Department of Education. One district that did pass the test is Eugene 4J. A program in Eugene might be the shining star in educating Spanish-speaking kids.
Literacy is key to a prepared workforce Sunday, December 6, 2009 @ 9:43PMLet's just say we could convene Minnesota's estimated 465,000 tax-paying businesses, representing nearly 2.7 million workers, and ask them about their economic future. I believe two words would urgen...
Literacy is key to a prepared workforce Sunday, December 6, 2009 @ 8:54PMThe state's businesses require workers who are ready. Programs such as Minnesota Reading Corps have helped get at-risk kids on the road to reading and success.
Grant helping Plymouth staff achieve Monday, November 23, 2009 @ 6:36AMBy Carol Anders Correspondent PLYMOUTH — The Plymouth Schools are using 90 percent of a $500,000 Title I grant for staff to help all students to achieve reading at grade-level.
Tips to ensure your tot's 'TV diet' is healthy and fun Saturday, November 21, 2009 @ 12:06AM(ARA) - Figuring out how much and what television is right for your child isn't too different from looking at what to feed your child.
Olson garners honor for children’s literacy efforts Thursday, November 19, 2009 @ 4:33AMCiting her own mother, who was also an educator, as inspiration, District 33 Senator Gen Olson (R-Minnetrista) was recently honored by the National Association for Reading First during a ceremony held in the State Capitol Rotunda.
Leading With Reading: Two programs at elementary school Monday, November 16, 2009 @ 2:42PMCHARLESTON, SC (WCSC) - A Lowcountry teen is leading with reading by starting a project to improve literacy and get students excited about reading at James Simons Elementary School.
REF awards fall grants Monday, November 16, 2009 @ 8:50AMPhoto supplied The Rockford Education Foundation recently awarded a grant to a Crestwood Elementary School classroom.
Olson garners honor for children’s literacy efforts Friday, November 13, 2009 @ 12:46PMCiting her own mother, who was also an educator, as inspiration, District 33 Senator Gen Olson (R-Minnetrista) was recently honored by the National Association for Reading First during a ceremony held in the State Capitol Rotunda.
EasyReader Announces the Launch of its Online Product, EasyPhonics, Teaching Automatic Reading in Only Fifteen Hours Monday, November 9, 2009 @ 11:01PMBased on years of research, and a successful CD product, Fonty®, students only need 15 hours to read any word they meet. The basis of the EasyPhonics program is to give the student a correctly pronounced automatic response to the printed word, to reinforce the correct spelling, and sound, and only then to teach comprehension practice.