Skubes created educational videos that are available on YouTube and soon Rumble. In addition, the co-founder has written several books about education.
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It's a curious paradox in education: keyboard classes are being phased out due to computers, yet standardized testing now requires timed typing for young students.
This creates a frustrating situation for third graders who haven't mastered typing, potentially hindering their performance on crucial assessments. The disconnect highlights a common challenge in educational policy – changes made without fully considering their practical, unintended consequences.
Wouldn't it be more effective to integrate typing skills throughout the curriculum, ensuring students are prepared for these timed assessments rather than leaving them to struggle? #Education #EdTech #Learning #CurriculumDevelopment #StudentAssessment
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Choosing a Standard Unit of Measurement for Volume youtu.be/pYgw4BoX0SE
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Empowering parents with the ability to influence school library book selections is a significant shift in authority.
This approach transfers power from districts directly to the constituents they serve. By allowing parents to vote on book inclusion, schools can foster greater community involvement and potentially reduce contentious school board meetings.
The core principle here is serving the community's voice, rather than dictating what they should accept or think. Giving parents a direct say in library content can bridge the gap between educational institutions and the families they represent. #ParentalInvolvement #EducationPolicy #SchoolGovernance #CommunityVoice #BookSelection
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Subtracting Fractions in a Word Problem youtu.be/WoA1aFA6Eys
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A decade-long Stanford study revealed a key differentiator in educational outcomes: teacher autonomy.
While charter schools, a public entity, often receive less state funding than traditional public schools, they consistently demonstrate better results. The primary driver? Teachers are empowered to teach using methods they deem most effective.
Experienced educators know how to engage students and achieve learning objectives. Providing a clear curriculum and end-of-year goals, and then trusting teachers with the autonomy to guide their students there, fosters a more dynamic and successful learning environment. #Education #TeacherAutonomy #EducationalLeadership #SchoolReform #TeachingStrategies
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Locating Rational Numbers on a Number Line youtu.be/OtEYk3Mt--Y
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Double Digit Subtraction with Regrouping youtu.be/YGBUjkls_xQ
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In some states, parents have no choice but to keep their children in failing or unsafe schools. This is a critical issue, as a good education is fundamental for a child's future success.
Imagine being told the school is failing your child, and they aren't even safe, yet you're mandated to keep them there. This situation is unacceptable.
Every state should embrace school choice, empowering parents with the freedom to move their children to better educational environments. #SchoolChoice #EducationReform #ParentalRights #StudentSuccess #EducationalEquity
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Praise often comes to teachers who deviate from prescribed methods, even if they achieve better results.
Studies, including one from Harvard that followed up on a Stanford study, indicate that giving educators autonomy to teach in ways that best suit their classrooms yields significantly more beneficial outcomes than rigidly enforced methods. This autonomy allows for personalized teaching strategies that can demonstrably increase student scores and educational attainment.
Given this evidence, why isn't this approach more widely adopted? The research is accessible, and the benefits are clear. Empowering teachers to leverage their expertise is a straightforward path to improved education. #Education #Teaching #Autonomy #Leadership #StudentSuccess
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Comparing Multi-Digit Numbers youtu.be/pG5NF5cDsLY
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Research indicates a concerning link between high-carb, high-sugar diets, particularly in young students, and impaired cognitive function.
When insulin levels spike due to these diets, the ability to memorize and retain information drops. Following this spike, a subsequent energy crash leads to fatigue, making sustained learning difficult.
This suggests that many school food offerings may inadvertently hinder educational outcomes. The potential shift towards mandated higher-protein, lower-carb, and lower-sugar options could be a critical step in supporting student learning and well-being. #Education #Nutrition #StudentHealth #Learning #Diet
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Addition with Multiple 5 Digit Whole Numbers youtu.be/gTclnqSQLTY
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Partitioning a Shape - Halves & Quarters youtu.be/-q-Zs1LiFUk
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It's deeply concerning that many graduates, even in some regions, lack basic literacy skills.
The statistic of individuals leaving school operating at a 5th-grade level is mind-boggling, especially considering how much our world has evolved.
We must re-evaluate our educational systems. It's imperative to equip our students for the realities of today's world and set them up for genuine success, as the current approach is clearly falling short. #EducationReform #Literacy #StudentSuccess #FutureReady #EducationalInequality
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