Back to school supply lists are now topping $70
TeacherLists, a site that hosts thousands of schools' supply lists, just released some numbers from the 2015 lists it oversees. According to the company, the average student is…
Month: July 2015
ClassFlow updates with new blended learning features
Promethean's new school edition of ClassFlow now supports blended learning environments, letting schools assign students their own student accounts, which can be accessed from anywhere.
ESEA rewrite passes Senate, education orgs respond
Voting 81-17, the U.S. Senate has replaced the controversial No Child Left Behind with the Every Child Achieves act, which solidifies a commitment to standardized testing but gives…
Sunburst Digital adds programming startup Tynker to its roster
Sunburst Digital and game-coding startup Tynker are teaming up to make the latter available on Sunburst's digital library of curriculum.
This game could improve behavior—and achievement
Can playing a game help students—especially those with disabilities or special needs—improve their behavior, learn empathy, and increase academic performance? The founder of gaming monolith Electronic Arts thinks…
Informal survey suggests disconnect between teachers and data
data-gapsAt this year's ISTE conference Lexia Learning polled more than 200 educators in an informal survey, which suggests teachers are not using collected data to pinpoint skill deficiencies…
The old way of stopping cyber attacks is no longer working
Denial-of-service attacks and other cyber crimes are becoming commonplace, and firewalls alone may not be enough to stop cyber attacks. To tackle that, there's data science.
Alma SIS integrates with Google Classroom
Alma Technologies, Inc., and Google Classroom announced the integration between the free classroom toolset for teachers and a Student Information System (SIS). The integration enables Alma customers to…
How do you get tech-resistant teachers to embrace change?
Many millions of dollars have been wasted over the years by the well-intentioned, but ad hoc, introduction of technology into education. Eager tech savvy teachers or administrators may…
zSpace unveils all-in-one virtual reality solution
At ISTE 2015, zSpace Inc. (zspace.com) introduced its all-in-one desktop virtual reality solution for education. zSpace for Education is a streamlined hardware and software solution that allows students…
Vernier Go Wireless Link helps teachers collect scientific data
Vernier Software & Technology has launched the Go Wireless Link to provide a cost-effective way to wirelessly collect data from more than 40 sensors on tablets and mobile…
HP launches new technology and immersive computing
During ISTE 2015, HP announced new technology solutions for education that are aimed to enhance student and teacher experiences. New products include two convertible laptops, the HP Spectre…
5 reasons schools aren’t using more innovative classroom models
Nine out of 10 administrators surveyed in a new report said using technology effectively as part of instructional practice is important to educate and prepare students, but a…
App of the Week: Discovering Emotions with Zeely
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8 ways schools can become truly Future Ready
Ed-tech leaders say being Future Ready is more than signing a pledge. Here's their top advice for going beyond the adopting technology and starting to make real, measurable…
Closing the Achievement Gap
Bloomfield Public Schools has created a remarkably effective blueprint for narrowing and eventually eliminating the achievement gap using parent and community engagement, holistic accountability, a positive school climate,…
Elements of Success Article
There a many elements that lead to district success and many districts share common traits that help propel that success. Take a look at the essential elements that…
Contextual Collaboration Overview
It’s hard to deny the importance of collaboration among teachers, administrators, parents, and students in K-12 education. Research proves that student achievement improves when these key players work…
Contextual Collaboration white paper
It’s increasingly critical for all stakeholders to have access to the right information at the right time – this enables informed decision-making at all levels of the education…