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Pearson's Geometry iBook Textbook Brings Math Class to Life at Acalanes High School
Students and educators at Acalanes High School talk about their experiences piloting Pearson's new Geometry iBook Textbook for the iPad. One teacher says features of the iBook help her students develop their understanding of key concepts on their own, so valuable class time can be used to teach new lessons. Students talk about how the Geometry iBook's portability means they can study almost anywhere - whether between classes, on the bus ride to an athletic event, or at home at their desks -...
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Backpacking "Ecogeeks" Team With Bestselling Science Authors to Take High School Students on Biology Adventures
Thousands of students across the country will take a virtual journey and live the science experience with the premier of the new and innovative edition of Pearson's bestselling high school biology curriculum. Titled "Miller & Levine Biology" for its two internationally renowned scientist-authors, Ken Miller and Joe Levine, this new program takes a bold approach to science instruction, combining the power of new technology with a proven foundation of academic success.
Related topics : curriculum high school biology
Connecting Parents to the Classroom: Tips from Innovative Schools
In this video, teachers share innovative ways they use technology to bridge the gap between school and home. Through a basic questionnaire, teachers can find out which mode of communication works best for each parent. Using those methods, teachers can build a rapport with each parent, sharing classroom successes as well as concerns. Some set up websites to help keep parents informed and involved in their child’s education. They also provide talking points for parents to use to open up...
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An online tool improves students' writing skills
Jeff Pence, a 7th grade teacher at Dean Rusk Middle School in Georgia, demonstrates how Write-To-Learn™ is improving his students' writing skills and preparing them for jobs of the future.
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