by Gary Kaplan The twilight of the year is a traditional time of reflection. This year’s twilight falls at a pivotal moment, when the new technology of AI is disrupting every sector of the economy. Within that general disruption, the suspension of the MCAS graduation requirement has cast a pall of
Is Intelligence Artificial or Human? by Gary Kaplan Frank Foster was a math teacher. A veteran math teacher. Closing in on 30 years, he was counting the class periods until retirement. The last thing he needed was a new instructional fad. We were demonstrating our JFYNet computer-based math instruction at
How to Assess Knowledge by Gary Kaplan The earliest record of knowledge assessment we have is from Socrates, who according to legend said, “I am the wisest man alive, for I know one thing, and that is that I know nothing.” Exactly what MCAS achievement level this would correspond to,
by Gary Kaplan Memorial Day is a legacy of the Civil War. Originally called Decoration Day, its precise origins are somewhat cloudy. The generally accepted inaugural celebration took place casually on June 3, 1861, when a group of ladies decorated the graves of confederate soldiers at a cemetery in Warrenton,
JFY helps schools adapt with proven methodology by Gary Kaplan Navigating Uncertainty Even before the assault on the US Department of Education, the field was in turmoil. Test scores have been declining for several years on international, national and state tests, a trend accelerated by the pandemic. In Massachusetts, MCAS
by Gary Kaplan Previewing the Future of College & Career Readiness with JFYNetWorks JFYNetWorks has a clear mission: to empower students and educators with personalized instruction that paves the way for true college and career readiness. In just a few days, we’ll release a new video spotlighting how our approach
by Gary Kaplan MCAS: Still Relevant, Still Important Massachusetts students no longer need to pass the 10th-grade MCAS to graduate. Does that make MCAS irrelevant? Absolutely not. Though the graduation rule have changed, MCAS tests are still a vital resource for students, schools, parents and our entire education system. Why
JFYNetWorks is a Proven Partner for Innovative Educators on the Rise At JFYNetWorks, we believe every educator deserves powerful tools to engage students and elevate achievement. That’s why we’re thrilled to share this snapshot of our latest milestones-thousands of students reached, tens of thousands of hours of learning, and ever-growing
by Gary Kaplan Less Stress for Teachers, Higher Outcomes for Students Unlocking Success in the Classroom: The JFYNetWorks AIMS Model Imagine walking into a classroom where every student is set up for measurable success, every lesson is tailored to individual needs, and every effort directly impacts achievement. That’s the transformative
by Gary Kaplan JFY’s next round of innovation Change and Challenge JFYNetWorks was founded in 1976, the bicentennial year, to help out-of-school youth find jobs. As the economy changed through the 80s and 90s, the skills required to succeed in our labor market escalated. Work was shifting from physical to
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