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5 Languages You'll Love If You Enjoy Roelof Botha

5 Languages You'll Love If You Enjoy Roelof Botha

If you admire the analytical mind of venture capitalist Roelof Botha, you'll appreciate these five languages known for their logic and structure.
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Avantis Education Launches New VR Math and Language Learning Experiences for K-12 Students

Avantis Education Launches New VR Math and Language Learning Experiences for K-12 Students

Avantis Education, known for its ClassVR headsets, has introduced two new immersive learning libraries to its Eduverse+ platform: EscapeRooms for K-8 math and LingoLab for 6-12 Spanish and English language learning. EscapeRooms offers five themed virtual reality experiences where students solve puzzles and answer rapid-fire questions in timed challenges, available in eight languages. Themes include 'Shark Lab' and 'The Floor Is Lava,' designed to build core math skills. LingoLab provides over 60 immersive experiences, utilizing 360-degree videos and 3D models, aligned with ACTFL, WIDA, CEFR, and Oxford 3000 standards for language proficiency. These new libraries are available to existing Eduverse+ customers at no additional cost, expanding the platform's offerings which already include EduverseAI, WildWorld, STEAM3D, and CareerHub.
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Goodreads Platform Facilitates Book Discovery and Tracking for Users

Goodreads Platform Facilitates Book Discovery and Tracking for Users

Goodreads Platform Facilitates Book Discovery and Tracking for Users
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California Designates September 25th as Dolly Parton Day

California Designates September 25th as Dolly Parton Day

California Designates September 25th as Dolly Parton Day
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Netflix Partners With British Library, Sets Talks Series With Florence Pugh, Zoe Kazan and More

Netflix Partners With British Library, Sets Talks Series With Florence Pugh, Zoe Kazan and More

Netflix has teamed with one of the most famous cultural institutions in the U.K., the British Library, to help “more people discover the books behind some of the world’s most popular films and series,” it says. The new national partnership, which will include local libraries across the U.K., comes as 2026 marks the National Year […]
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English Learner Placement and Instruction Strategies Highlighted in New Research

English Learner Placement and Instruction Strategies Highlighted in New Research

New research from the EdWeek Research Center, based on a survey of 1,122 educators, sheds light on how English learners (ELs) are placed and receive language development services in U.S. schools. The findings indicate that approximately 80% of ELs spend the majority of their school day in mainstream classrooms. While pullout instruction for language support is common for elementary students (80%) and middle school students (61%), it decreases significantly for high schoolers (46%). Instead, older ELs are often placed in stand-alone English-language development courses. The survey also revealed that instruction in students' home languages remains uncommon, with 42% of educators reporting that English is the only language spoken or taught in their schools outside of foreign language courses. Only 14% reported dual-language literacy instruction, and 10% said students initially learn in their home language before transitioning to English. Michael Kieffer, a professor of literacy education at New York Universit...
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U.S. School Districts Address Challenges in Supporting English Learners with Practical Solutions

U.S. School Districts Address Challenges in Supporting English Learners with Practical Solutions

Across the United States, school districts are actively working to enhance academic outcomes and provide better support for English learners (ELs), navigating persistent challenges and federal uncertainties. A special report highlights the day-to-day realities and practical solutions being implemented in classrooms. Key areas of focus include addressing unique academic barriers faced by ELs, the critical push for early screening to prevent misclassification, and the integration of AI translation tools to improve family engagement. The report also examines the actual educational experiences of EL students across various grade levels, providing ground-level insights and new data on these efforts. This comprehensive overview underscores the ongoing commitment to improving educational support for this vital student population.
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Study Finds No Link Between Screen Time and Language Delays in Autistic Children, Contrasting Neurotypical Findings

Study Finds No Link Between Screen Time and Language Delays in Autistic Children, Contrasting Neurotypical Findings

A recent U.S. study has found that screen time is not statistically associated with expressive or receptive language skills in autistic children aged two to five. This finding, published in Autism Research, contradicts previous research on neurotypical children, where heavy screen use has frequently been linked to developmental delays. The study, led by Meredith Pecukonis, an assistant professor at Smith College, analyzed data from a nationally representative sample of 1,217 autistic children in the United States, collected between 2018 and 2022 through parent surveys. While screen time showed no association, the research did indicate that higher socioeconomic status and more frequent shared book reading were positively linked to better language skills in autistic children. The study also noted that autistic children from higher-income families tended to engage in more shared reading and less screen time.
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Learning Another Language May Boost Brain Health and Cognitive Resilience in Aging Adults

Learning Another Language May Boost Brain Health and Cognitive Resilience in Aging Adults

Learning Another Language May Boost Brain Health and Cognitive Resilience in Aging Adults
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Brooke Callahan Featured as Designer of Halter Dress in Miami Vacation Packing List

Brooke Callahan Featured as Designer of Halter Dress in Miami Vacation Packing List

Brooke Callahan Featured as Designer of Halter Dress in Miami Vacation Packing List
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Fashion Industry Shifts Away from Traditional Seasonal Collections Amid Climate Volatility

Fashion Industry Shifts Away from Traditional Seasonal Collections Amid Climate Volatility

Fashion Industry Shifts Away from Traditional Seasonal Collections Amid Climate Volatility
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White Case Appoints Sarah Remmer Long as Partner to Bolster M and Executive Compensation Practices in New York

White Case Appoints Sarah Remmer Long as Partner to Bolster M and Executive Compensation Practices in New York

White Case Appoints Sarah Remmer Long as Partner to Bolster M and Executive Compensation Practices in New York