Gun Violence–Why the U.S.?
By Melanie Holland, CEI Intern. “Our levels of gun violence are off the charts. There’s no advanced developed country on earth that would...
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Center for Educational Improvement
Jun 3, 20143 min read
Finding the Way to More Compassionate Learning
‘If you want others to be happy, practice compassion; if you want to be happy yourself, practice compassion.” The Dalai Lama In July, CEI...
Center for Educational Improvement
May 20, 20141 min read
CEI is inviting you! Come to our Special Seminar July 12th
The panel itself will include: NAESP Mentor Trainers: Drs. Kathleen Sciarappa (NH) and Nancy Phenis-Bourke (IN): Principal Mentoring Dr....
Center for Educational Improvement
May 13, 20142 min read
Cyber Learning and Gaming-the Future of Education
Norrell Edwards, CEI Intern. As we continue further into the 21st century, we’re seeing more and more alignment of education with...
Center for Educational Improvement
Apr 15, 20142 min read
Science Writer and Other Resources to Create Access to Learning
In conjunction with the Common Core the state of Maryland has mandated that all local school systems use UDL guidelines for curriculum,...
Center for Educational Improvement
Apr 4, 20142 min read
Learning With Portals
Portal is, at it’s core, a physics platformer. Players, called “Test Subjects” are locked in a room, with the exit on the opposite side...
Center for Educational Improvement
Mar 29, 20141 min read
CEI Executive Director Speaks on BlogTALKRadio
KDSL showcases both organizations and individuals working to innovate ideas in education, from any region–local, domestic, or global....
Center for Educational Improvement
Mar 18, 20143 min read
Montessori and the CCSS or Montessori vs. the CCSS?
Montessori, the Method. The Montessori Method is based on the idea that each child must be permitted to control his or her own learning...
Center for Educational Improvement
Mar 7, 20143 min read
The Virtue of Collaborative Inquiry
‘Education is the kindling of a flame, not the filling of a vessel.’ ‘• Socrates Socrates teaches us that the mark of an educated person...
Center for Educational Improvement
Feb 21, 20143 min read
Games in Education
by Victoria Zelvin. Already in schools, teachers and educators are using video games to help foster learning in the classroom. Much of...
Center for Educational Improvement
Feb 13, 20142 min read
How are you Engaging Girls in STEM?
Nurturing Interest. As an educator, particularly for grades k-12, your STEMful influence on girls is crucial for nurturing a new...
Center for Educational Improvement
Jan 31, 20143 min read
The Writing Standards Deserve a Chance
By Carolyn Lieberg and Christine Mason. We are hearing more and more about state level concerns regarding the Common Core State Standards...
Center for Educational Improvement
Jan 13, 20142 min read
21st Century Technology Use in Schools: Guidelines for Principals
In today’s technological age, many students already use and own devices of their own, and incorporating these already familiar tools into...
Center for Educational Improvement
Jan 10, 20143 min read
Innovative Apps for Schools
by Victoria Zelvin. Is your school tech savvy? Do you have a lead technology teacher? How are technologies found and promoted? Is...
Center for Educational Improvement
Dec 19, 20132 min read
Top 4 Educational Technologies Available in 2013 and Still Relevant in 2014
Below are four of the top education technologies that perhaps teachers used in your school last year. To keep your students engaged, to...
Center for Educational Improvement
Dec 13, 20132 min read
The Need to Expand STEM Education
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, in the next seven years over a million jobs will open that require specialized...
Center for Educational Improvement
Nov 24, 20132 min read
Giving Thanks for 21st Century Scaffolds
As educators, we are used to considering how to scaffold instruction for students who need more support. As administrators, we also...
Center for Educational Improvement
Nov 4, 20133 min read
Reflections on Instructional Leadership
Last week NAESP honored National Distinguished Principals (NDPs) from 50 states, representative principals from private schools and...
Center for Educational Improvement
Sep 10, 20132 min read
Engineer the Future of Learning
Are you looking for graduate education to prepare you and your students for the future? Consider a Masters in Educational Technology and...
Center for Educational Improvement
Nov 12, 20122 min read
Being the Chefs
With Thanksgiving around the corner, I thought it might be appropriate to reflect on what’s happening in education. In a presentation to...
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