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Rodel Teacher Council Now Accepting Applications

April 1st, 2015

Author: Rachel Wiggans Chan

After 18 months of hard work, the inaugural class of the Rodel Teacher Council has officially wrapped up its term, and today we’re announcing that Rodel is currently seeking applications for new members of the Rodel Teacher Council. The Rodel Teacher Council will be accepting applications through May 8. The Council will consist of approximately...

Join the Conversation on Early Childhood Learning

March 26th, 2015

Author: Matt Amis

Few will argue that Delaware’s young children are the key to the state’s future prosperity. Today’s toddlers are tomorrow’s leaders, after all. That’s why it’s so important to provide each child with the best start possible. During the first five years of life, our brains develop at lightning speed. The mental architecture we build...

Cool for Schoology: 8 Things to Know

March 25th, 2015

Author: Rachel Wiggans Chan

Earlier this week, the Delaware Department of Education announced a new contract with Schoology, a Learning Management System (LMS) that helps teachers personalize instruction and share lesson plans. Here are eight things you should know about Schoology as the LMS launches statewide. 1. Schoology is already in Delaware—and teachers love...

What I Learned from Digital Learning Day

March 17th, 2015

Author: Matt Amis

Digital Learning Day is a national initiative—complete with its own dedicated hashtag, suggested activities, webinars, webcasts, and other activities for educators, school leaders, and the public. The idea: For one day, we showcase the innovative teachers, leaders, and instructional technology programs that are improving student outcomes using...