Jodi Drake
jldrake27.bsky.social
Jodi Drake
@jldrake27.bsky.social
Reposted by Jodi Drake
The popular DNA test kit company 23andMe announced yesterday that it has filed for bankruptcy and is looking for a buyer. And while the company has promised to continue protecting customer data amidst a possible sale, Wirecutter’s tech experts think you should delete your data now.
23andMe Just Filed for Bankruptcy. You Should Delete Your Data Now.
23andMe is up for sale—which means your data is, too.
nyti.ms
March 25, 2025 at 1:03 AM
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What’s the opposite of scaffolding a lesson? “Read this 9-page science article, write a detailed essay on the topic it explores, and turn it in by Wednesday.”

What can scaffolding do instead? Give students structure and support, so they grasp each piece of what they’re learning. 🙌

#EduSky
6 Scaffolding Strategies to Use With Your Students
Support every student by breaking learning up into chunks and providing a concrete structure for each.
buff.ly
March 23, 2025 at 3:23 AM
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From short brain breaks to recess, regular breaks throughout the school day aren’t simply downtime for students. Research says they increase focus, boost creativity, and help students learn social skills! ⏸️

#EdResearch #education #EduSky
Research-Tested Benefits of Breaks
Students are easily distracted, but regular, short breaks can help them focus, increase their productivity, and reduce their stress.
edut.to
March 15, 2025 at 2:06 PM
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When your students need a little more reflection, joy, and connection, a brain break can provide all 3—in just a few minutes. ⏰

Discover more than a dozen ideas for high schoolers: edut.to/41ISTRi

#BrainBreaks #EduSky #HighSchoolTeacher
March 14, 2025 at 11:21 PM
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Before diving into civics content, it can be worthwhile to build the skills students might need to navigate complex topics—from the concept of a citizen to the costs of elections. These games are a great way to start. 🙌

#Civics #CivicLearningWeek
Game-Based Learning in Civics
Teachers can use games, both physical and digital, to help students build a foundation for understanding complex content.
buff.ly
March 12, 2025 at 2:23 AM
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Pi Day is almost here, and math teachers shouldn’t get to have all the fun! 🥧 π

These ideas can help you make connections across the curriculum—all while celebrating the wonders of math and baked goods.

#EduSky #PiDay #MathSky
5-Minute Film Festival: Pi Day Ideas for Any Subject
Celebrate Pi Day with these videos and activities for any subject.
buff.ly
March 9, 2025 at 12:04 AM
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Bring Pi Day celebrations out of the math classroom with activities for every subject! 🥧

#EduSky #MiddleSchoolTeacher
Celebrating Pi Day Across the Curriculum
Engaging, informative Pi Day activities designed for middle school math, ELA, science, and social studies.
buff.ly
March 7, 2025 at 2:28 AM
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“Why did I keep this?”

A psychologist explains that while severe hoarding can be disruptive, many people struggle with #clutter without qualifying as hoarders. https://buff.ly/4hQMP01
By @maryedozierphd.bsky.social @msstate.bsky.social #hoarding
Decluttering can be stressful − a clinical psychologist explains how personal values can make it easier
Assessing how well items align with your core beliefs may make it easier to let them go.
buff.ly
February 23, 2025 at 5:35 AM
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Trading a one-size-fits-all approach to #assessment for individualized mastery checks allows students to progress at their own rates, says Robert Barnett of the Modern Classrooms Project. 📝✨
Using Mastery Checks to Assess Student Learning
Unlike simultaneous, class-wide tests or exit tickets, Mastery Checks allow students to demonstrate learning at their own pace.
buff.ly
February 16, 2025 at 3:29 PM