November 2018

3 reasons why the reading gap is still alarmingly wide

November 30, 2018 by Laura Ascione

Reading ability is a big predictor of other academic success, and unfortunately, many U.S. students are not reading at grade level, according to new research. Research has long…

District Management

Looking for ways to become a stronger educator?

November 30, 2018 by Ellen Ullman

The Better Leaders Better Schools podcast is for school and district administrators, emerging leaders, and educational influencers. In each episode, Daniel Bauer, a self-described “connector,” interviews school principals and industry leaders…

District Management

Zap life into your feedback with technology

November 29, 2018 by Michael S. Gaskell

If you’re like any other teacher or administrator I know, you are busy. You need to deliver effective instruction to your students, meet the demands of your school…

District Management

Time remains a big barrier to better technology implementation

November 29, 2018 by Laura Ascione

The use of digital resources and tools in classrooms is at an all-time high, but educators still say they need more time and training if they are to…

eClassroom News

8 great apps to enhance classroom learning

November 28, 2018 by Stacey Pusey

We’re in the Golden Age of Educational Apps, according to Shannon Holden, assistant principal at Republic Middle School in Missouri. However, many parents and educators question the educational…

SEL & Well-Being

Why we love our SEL tools

December 13, 2018November 28, 2018 by Ellen Ullman

Social and emotional learning (SEL) is an increasingly important part of the curriculum in many schools—and for good reason. SEL helps students develop key skills they’ll use to…

STEM & STEAM

7 ways Minecraft can make learning exciting again

November 27, 2018 by Laura Ascione

Minecraft has pretty amazing potential as a teaching tool. In general, it promotes creativity and problem-solving as it boost engagement. But it also can improve achievement when confident…

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7 tips for making your principal your ally

November 27, 2018 by Doug Johnson

Librarians, you cannot afford to have an adversarial relationship with your principal. You cannot even afford a principal who is an “agent of benevolent neglect.” You need an…

STEM & STEAM

Lockhart Ed Tech

May 6, 2019November 26, 2018 by Ellen Ullman

David Lockhart started teaching high school history in 2004. He had to find that thing that made his lessons stand out, and he saw it with technology. For…

District Management

5 edtech tools that take personalized learning to the next level

November 26, 2018 by Lance Key

On day one of math class, about one-third of school students are ready to master grade-level standards while others aren’t yet able to complete basic skills. Indeed, it’s…

SEL & Well-Being

How SEL inspired a transformation in my school

December 13, 2018November 23, 2018 by Vanessa Drumm-Canepa

When I accepted the position as principal at Langley Elementary in Washington, D.C., I had two objectives in mind: one, to empower teachers who truly care about supporting…

eClassroom News

Instant Relevance Podcast

November 23, 2018 by Ellen Ullman

The Instant Relevance Podcast has a lofty goal: to make learning relevant for all students. It’s co-hosted by Denis Sheeran, a speaker who delivers keynotes, workshops, and small-group professional development courses…

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3 ways lesson planning is like following a recipe

November 22, 2018 by Kelly Grotrian

Recently, when a friend shared a recipe on Facebook for a pumpkin cheesecake (yum!), it reminded me of the time I tried to make my own cheesecake. I…

District Management

7 ways to be a more visible leader

November 21, 2018 by Matthew Joseph, Ed.D.

Today’s school administrator has an overabundance of duties and responsibilities to balance with the mandates from state and national reform. As an instructional leader, you must guide teachers…

District Management

Family tech nights can narrow the digital divide

January 21, 2020November 21, 2018 by Matthew Hiefield

When we talk about digital equity, the conversation often focuses on providing opportunities for all students to learn in an increasingly connected world. We talk about devices and…

eClassroom News

Why we love our reading software

December 3, 2018November 20, 2018 by Ellen Ullman

It’s no secret that strong reading skills are part of the foundation of students’ academic success. Without a solid reading foundation, students are more likely to perform poorly…

District Management

Run your meetings edcamp style: The un-faculty faculty meeting

November 20, 2018 by Michael S. Gaskell

If you’re like most educators, you don’t have the time to waste on unproductive faculty meetings. That’s why administrators and teacher leaders should transform faculty meetings into engaging…

eClassroom News

The Tempered Radical

November 19, 2018 by Patrick Larkin

This week’s #BloggerMondays blog is The Tempered Radical by Bill Ferriter, a sixth-grade teacher from Raleigh, North Carolina. Ferriter shares his experiences as a classroom teacher openly, highlighting his…

STEM & STEAM

Don’t forget about the A in STEAM!

November 19, 2018 by Rebecca Bersani

Over the years, an increasing amount of schools nationwide have incorporated the STEM framework into their curriculum, engaging students around the subjects of science, technology, engineering, and math.…

STEM & STEAM

The K12 Engineering Education Podcast

November 16, 2018 by Ellen Ullman

The K12 Engineering Education podcast is for all the people who want to find better ways to teach and inspire kids in invention, problem-solving, persistence, teamwork, and imagination. Produced by…

District Management

7 reasons why we need innovation in schools

November 15, 2018 by Laura Ascione

Innovation is more than a buzzword today--it's something educators strive for in their classrooms, schools, and districts. We can't test students on their innovation, but we can encourage…

SEL & Well-Being

We all teach SEL: Empathy activities & tools for students

December 13, 2018November 15, 2018 by Danny Wagner

Building social and emotional learning (SEL) skills such as empathy requires face-to-face interactions, meaningful discussion, and reflection.

District Management

How individualized supports for students with autism promote success in the mainstream classroom

November 14, 2018 by Stacey Pusey

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is, at its heart, a processing disorder. And while the students with ASD face a variety of challenges depending on where they fall on…

District Management

Principal prep is changing for the better

November 14, 2018 by Laura Ascione

Universities are starting to change their principal prep programs to better prepare principals to meet real-world challenges, according to a new RAND Corporation report. The report looks at…

eClassroom News

3 ways to navigate American politics in the classroom

November 20, 2018November 13, 2018 by Toni Rivera Ramos

In our current social climate, it can be tricky for anyone, especially a teenager, to talk about politics and the role of government. But as educators, it’s our…

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Research says these math, ELA apps may be the most effective

November 13, 2018 by Laura Ascione

Most school's aren't using learning apps enough to actually impact student outcomes--but some might help students increase achievement, according to new research from BrightByes. Many students don't meet…

District Management

What is COPPA?

November 12, 2018 by Jeff Knutson

The Children’s Online Privacy and Protection Act, more commonly known as COPPA, is a law dealing with how websites, apps, and other online operators collect data and personal…

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Pernille Ripp

November 16, 2018November 12, 2018 by Patrick Larkin

This week’s #BloggerMondays share is the wonderful blog of Pernille Ripp, creator of The Global Read Aloud and a relentless advocate for creating environments that instill a passion for…

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OnEducation Podcast

November 9, 2018 by Ellen Ullman

OnEducation is a source of entertaining and timely conversations about “teachers, teaching, and everything in between” as well as trusted, expert-level opinions on the best software and technology…

District Management

Leave little to chance with a discovery-driven approach to blended learning

November 9, 2018 by Jenny White

Almost every educator I’ve asked about leading a blended-learning initiative has expressed that building a blended program is a process, not an event. That’s a big reason why…

STEM & STEAM

6 resources for National STEAM Day

November 8, 2018 by Laura Ascione

Smart is the new cool, and that's the message behind this year's National STEAM Day on November 8. The impending STEAM worker shortage is no secret, and districts…

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3 steps to implementing an ecosystem of phonics-based learning

November 8, 2018 by Kimberly Jay

When Florida State Assessment scores revealed that our third-graders were under-performing in reading, my colleagues and I analyzed the data to determine the root cause of performance. The data…

eClassroom News

5 doable digital citizenship goals for teachers

November 7, 2018 by Erin Wilkey Oh

digital citizenship is important for students and teachers

Internet safety, online privacy, cyberbullying, media balance, online relationships, news and media literacy -- digital citizenship topics tackle big questions. It can feel daunting to integrate lessons on…

STEM & STEAM

3 ways to tell stories with robots

November 7, 2018 by Amanda Puerto Thorne

Though coding and robotics is new to almost all of the students coming into my workshops and classes, storytelling is something they’re familiar with. As the manager of…

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How to fight fake news

November 6, 2018 by Stacey Pusey

Twenty years ago, it was easier to identify fake news. There were the tabloid papers in the grocery store checkout line and the sensationalized “news” programs that promised…

District Management

7 steps for a smooth technology deployment

November 6, 2018 by Cheri Burke

As the director of student learning at a pre-K-12 school district, my job is to deploy technology that will prepare students for college and career readiness. So, when…

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Why our district is investing in AI, AR, VR, and MR

November 5, 2018 by Samuel Mormando

For most of our students, it’s hard to imagine communicating without email or text message. The number of ways our students learn, share, and communicate has grown exponentially…

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The Principal of Change

November 5, 2018 by Patrick Larkin

The Principal of Change, a blog by George Couros, needs to be at the top of every must-read list. Couros, ... Read more

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How I gave my students voice and increased collaboration

November 2, 2018 by Raymond Steinmetz

When I first started teaching a decade ago, I would do anything to maintain control in my classroom. Rarely were students allowed to speak without raising their hand.…

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