10 tips for new teachers
There are many questions that new teachers ask before walking into their classrooms, and tips for new teachers can be invaluable come the first day of school. In…
Month: August 2019
One student at a time: Reaching an English learner
English was the third language my student, who primarily spoke Dutch, would learn by second grade. She knew how to read in Dutch, but it was laborious and…
Personalized professional development keeps teachers learning
When most teachers receive professional development regarding a technology tool, they are often provided a “this is how you use this” workshop. At Phoenix Union High School District,…
5 assessment trends to track this year
The new school year has already started in some states, and students will return to classrooms over the next few weeks in other states. As the new year…
Indiana students GEAR UP with STEM
Let students choose their favorite topics to study and then seek out the best hands-on STEM curriculum and activities that ... Read more
Students prefer edtech resources to parents when it comes to homework help
Smarter technology and edtech resources are helping students become independent learners and problem solvers, according to new research. In fact, many of today's students first turn to technology…
Why college test prep is like Ironman triathlon training
It’s one thing to read about doing a triathlon or to watch one on TV; it’s another to dive into the water, hop on the bike seat, and…
How to balance work and study as a teacher
According to LinkedIn’s 2018 Workforce Learning Report, 93 per cent of employees would stay at a company longer if their ... Read more
6 ways to get teachers on board with edtech
We’ve all heard about veteran educators who have been teaching the same way for years and are reluctant to integrate technology into their practice. Why should they? It’s…
Schools focus on community college pipeline
Across the country, efforts are growing to build a community college pipeline that will help students transition from community college to four-year institutions seamlessly and with greater success.…