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…

3 reasons why the reading gap is still alarmingly wide

Looking for ways to become a stronger educator?

Zap life into your feedback with technology

Time remains a big barrier to better technology implementation

8 great apps to enhance classroom learning

7 ways Minecraft can make learning exciting again

7 tips for making your principal your ally

Lockhart Ed Tech

5 edtech tools that take personalized learning to the next level

Instant Relevance Podcast

3 ways lesson planning is like following a recipe

7 ways to be a more visible leader

Family tech nights can narrow the digital divide

Why we love our reading software

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

The Tempered Radical

Don’t forget about the A in STEAM!

The K12 Engineering Education Podcast

Phoenix K-6 School Taps Power of VR and Storytelling to Bring Subjects to Life for Students

AI-Enabled Personal Professional Learning MicroGrant Winners Announced

Educators Honored with YouScience® Innovative Educator Award

CIESC Member Schools Gain Access to Metrasens Ultra Weapons Detection Systems Through New Partnership

SchoolStatus Launches SchoolStatus Boost, an Innovative Educator Development Solution for Enhanced Teacher Growth and Development

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