Community Generated Content – Scholarus

Data-Driven Education: Collaborative Strategies & Building Relationships

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Jim Brotz stressed the significance of stepping out from behind the desk to genuinely engage with educational stakeholders. Emphasizing collaborative efforts, administrators, teachers, and union representatives worked together to analyze data and enhance student achievement. Discussions were transparent, focusing on challenges and goals without placing blame. Traditional boundaries between unions and administrative bodies were dissolved…

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Effective Leadership in Education: Strategies for System Improvement and Student Success

When systems underperform, equal access to resources and training for everyone can lead to improvement, emphasizing collaboration and focusing on student results individually. Effective leadership thrives on humility, openness to new ideas, and the ability to pivot away from decisions that aren’t yielding results. Being mature and professional when your ideas are in the minority…

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Shaping History: Duval’s Bold Approach Amidst Changing Education Standards

Duval County Public Schools face challenges adapting to changing legislation, especially in subjects like social studies. To support teachers, the district has provided comprehensive curriculum guides loaded with primary sources. They introduced a localized African-American history course, highlighting events in Jacksonville and Tampa, aiming to connect students with their community. This initiative received broad appreciation,…

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From Classroom Insights to Academic Research with Young-Suk Kim

The intricate dance between the theoretical world of academia and the practical realm of classroom teaching is an ever-evolving journey, as highlighted by the insightful words of Young-Suk Kim from UC Irvine School of Education. As she reflects on her transition from teaching to academic research, Kim emphasizes the importance of bridging the gap…

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The Power of Science-Based Reading: Expert Insights and Strategies for Success

Janell Decker, a highly experienced educator, shares her remarkable 16-year journey at Racine, emphasizing the crucial role of science-based reading instruction. Collaborating with fellow educators, she developed resources to support struggling readers, highlighting the significance of inclusive community engagement involving parents, parent ambassador groups, PTAs, and other stakeholders. Practical tools and workshops were provided to…

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Mastering Effective Reading Instruction: Insights for Teacher Preparation & Implementation

Here we explore the science of reading and its practical implications for teacher preparation. The discussion emphasizes the importance of incorporating research-based and evidence-based practices into teaching methodologies. It highlights the need for easily accessible materials that provide the latest insights into reading and writing development. The conversation sheds light on the existing gap between…

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What’s it Like Working at XanEdu and Scholarus? | A Conversation with Mandy Gagel

Discover boundless opportunities in the educational realm with XanEdu and Scholarus. At XanEdu, immerse yourself in a vibrant work environment that fosters creativity and transforms education. Collaborate with passionate professionals to develop cutting-edge solutions that meet the evolving needs of learners. Scholarus nurtures a supportive culture, prioritizing work-life balance and employee well-being, ensuring a fulfilling…

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Leadership
Leading Change from Within: The Power of Transformational Leadership
February 7, 2026

Leadership is being tested in real time. As organizations navigate AI adoption, remote work, and constant structural change, many leaders are discovering that strategy alone isn’t enough. People are asking deeper questions about purpose, trust, and what it really means to show up for teams when uncertainty is the norm. In a world where burnout…

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Clarity Under Pressure: Technology, Trust, and the Future of Public Safety
February 7, 2026

When something goes wrong in a community—a major storm, a large-scale accident, a violent incident—there’s often a narrow window where clarity matters most. Leaders must make fast decisions, responders need to trust the information in front of them, and the systems supporting those choices have to work as intended. Public safety agencies now rely…

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Clarity in the Storm: Weather Intelligence, GIS, and the Future of Operational Awareness
February 6, 2026

For many organizations today, weather has shifted from an occasional disruption to a constant planning factor. Scientific assessments show that extreme weather events—including heatwaves, heavy rainfall, and wildfires—are occurring more frequently and with greater intensity, placing growing strain on infrastructure, utilities, and public services. As weather-related disruptions become more costly and harder to manage,…

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AI in sterile processing
AI in Sterile Processing Is Proving Its Value by Acting as a Co-Pilot, Not a Replacement
February 5, 2026

Sterile processing departments are dealing with persistent operational pressures. Surgical case volumes are rising, instruments are more complex, and staffing shortages remain across many health systems. Accuracy and documentation requirements continue to tighten, leaving little room for error. In busy hospitals, sterile processing teams may handle 10,000 to 30,000 surgical instruments per day, with…

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XanEdu and Stevens Institute of Technology: Custom Books and Custom Readers
July 1, 2023

Jennifer McBrien, the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Studies at Stevens Institute of Technology, faced a unique challenge in her role: steering the academic enterprise of a humanities school within an engineering institution. Seeking tailored solutions, McBrien discovered a groundbreaking partnership with Xanadu, a collaboration that revolutionized course materials for the Freshman Experience Program. With Xanadu’s…

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Transforming Education with Custom Readers: Empowering Students and Engaging Faculty for Academic Success
July 1, 2023

Billy Middleton from Stevens Institute of Technology discusses the impact of custom readers on student learning and faculty engagement. The newly renamed course, “Foundations of Writing and Critical Inquiry,” utilizes the Xanadu custom reader to enhance written and oral communication skills necessary for academic and professional success. The custom reader enables diverse and engaging texts…

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Insights from an Experienced District Leader
July 1, 2023

Catherine Neal, the supervisor of early literacy and elementary reading and writing in the Loudoun school district, discusses the implementation of the science of reading at scale. She emphasizes the importance of evidence-based literacy practices and aligning with state mandates. The district makes strategic changes to assessment practices, such as discontinuing the DRA, and introduces…

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