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UNC board changes admissions, hiring policies on race

[ad_1] UNC Chapel Hill’s Board of Trustees voted to eliminate all consideration of race and ethnicity in admissions, and extended it to hiring, after losing the Supreme Court case on affirmative action. Eros Hoagland/Getty Images The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s Board of Trustees voted Thursday to prohibit the institution from considering race, …

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32 Characteristics Of High-Performing Classrooms

[ad_1] by Terry Heick This post was originally written in 2013 Instructional design is the strategic creation of learning experiences through planning, sequencing, and data-based revision of learning. This process includes both the ways content is accessed and the learning needs and objectives (and how they are determined) themselves. This puts instructional strategies, literacy strategies, …

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What’s The Achievement Gap And How Can EdTech Help In Closing It?

[ad_1] Understanding The Achievement Gap Not every student performs the same in class, and that’s something that educators need to address daily. This is called the achievement gap, and it refers to the factors that affect students’ performances. More specifically, students of different backgrounds might not have equal access to resources and academic opportunities. Some …

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No One Cares About Learning, Except Practitioners

[ad_1] It’s Never About Learning, Only Business Results! I’ve not met a learning practitioner who’s not passionate about what they do. It’s always wonderful to see and hear about their learning efforts and experiences. It clearly demonstrates their passion and dedication to the craft. In reality, however, no one else within the organization cares about …

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Overcoming Challenges And Maximizing The Impact Of eLearning

[ad_1] Empowering Learning Cultures: The Impact Of eLearning Implementing eLearning for building a learning culture can come with its fair share of challenges. However, with the right strategies and approaches, these challenges can be overcome to maximize the impact of eLearning programs. Here are some common challenges and practical solutions to address them. Addressing The …

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How eLearning Is Changing The Game For Equal Education Opportunity

[ad_1] Promoting Equal Education Opportunities With eLearning Over the last several years, eLearning has become a normalized aspect of education across the world. While there have been some difficulties for schools undergoing the transformation, the benefits coming from eLearning are staggeringly positive. Particularly, eLearning’s ability to make education more equitable for masses of students across …

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Evaluating Instructional Design Projects: Assessing Success And Identifying Improvement Areas

[ad_1] Project Evaluation In Instructional Design In Instructional Design, project evaluation is critical in assessing the effectiveness and impact of instructional materials and identifying areas for improvement. Through systematic evaluation, Instructional Designers can gather valuable insights, measure the success of their projects, and make data-driven decisions to enhance future designs. This article discusses the importance …

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