by TeachThought Staff In just the last decade, the image of technology in the classroom has shifted from rows of desktops in a dedicated computer lab (all facing the same direction) to one where a variety of different devices coexist, often uneasily, in and out of the lab. The role of the teacher, on the [...]read moreHow To Sync Your Classroom
TikTok has shared a new overview of its election integrity efforts during the recent EU election period, and the impact of its various measures, designed to limit misinformation and keep voters informed during the process. Which could be seen as a precursor to the upcoming U.S. Election, and how TikTok plans to tackle the same [...]read moreTikTok Shares Insights into its EU Election Integrity Efforts
by Terry Heick Phonemic awareness is knowing that certain letters make certain sounds. Phonemic awareness is knowing that sounds can blend together in predictable and unpredictable ways. Phonemic awareness is about loving the sounds that letters can make, then noticing common patterns across symbols, media, and languages. Phonemic awareness makes decoding possible. Decoding is being [...]read moreThe Relationship Between Reading And Critical Literacy
X has secured a money transmitter license in yet another U.S. region, with the District of Columbia approving X’s application, taking it another step closer to its X Payments vision. As reported by X News Daily, the District of Columbia adds to the growing list of approvals for X’s payments push. X needs to gain [...]read moreX Continues to Secure Money Transmitter Licenses in the US
Bespoke jeweller Queensmith is to open a London tuition centre in September. The Queensmith Jewellery Academy will open in the heart of the capital’s traditional jewellery quarter, Hatton Garden, promising to “redefine craftsmanship in the jewellery industry through a pioneering three-year development programme”. Queensmith In its inaugural year, the Academy will present a “unique opportunity for [...]read moreQueensmith unveils programme for aspiring jewellers
“Let’s get out our [independent/book club/whole class] books and open to page __!” At least one student in the room experiences a shudder of disdain and a wave of despondency each time such words are uttered (many more students are likely experiencing this emotional response to the dread of reading on the inside). Why Do [...]read moreThe 33 Best Books For Students Who Don’t Like To Read
Elon Musk has always preferred minimalist design, with as many buttons and controls hidden as possible, leaving a more sleek and simplistic appearance. That’s the approach that he’s taken at his other companies, so it should come as no surprise to see that Musk is also looking to implement a more stripped-back design ethos at [...]read moreX Previews Haptic Design Updates, Including Post and Video Controls
Sustainability champion Stella McCartney has feathers on her banned list and is calling on fellow international designers to sign PETA’s Feather-Free Pledge not to use them in their collections. Stella McCartney It follows the release of the animal rights group’s exposé revealing that the birds exploited by the feather industry “endure a miserable life and [...]read moreStella McCartney urges labels to go feather-free
By Reuters Published Jul 5, 2024 Companies controlled by Italian fashion influencer Chiara Ferragni have agreed to pay at least 1.2 million euros ($1.3 million) to a children’s charity to settle an antitrust case, Italy’s competition authority (AGCM) said on Friday. Ferragni – Reuters The regulator had opened an investigation into the sale of Ferragni-branded [...]read moreFerragni companies to pay charity 1.2 million euros to settle antitrust case
by Terry Heick Quality—you know what it is, yet you don’t know what it is. But that’s self-contradictory. But some things are better than others, that is, they have more quality. But when you try to say what the quality is, apart from the things that have it, it all goes poof! There’s nothing to [...]read moreTeaching Students To See Quality