September 2019

How this principal uses personalized PD for teachers

September 30, 2019 by Eileen Belastock

A woman on a laptop with headphones is watching a webinar, showing how personalized PD for teachers can be very convenient.

In May, when edWeb.net surveyed principals, personalized PD for teachers was the number one topic of interest. With all the responsibilities and tasks on principals’ plates, relevant, engaging…

District Management

4 ways to use school district GIS data beyond redistricting

September 30, 2019 by Eric Wells

Geographic information system data is priceless when redrawing school boundaries, and the benefits continue to add up even after the new lines are drawn.

At Muskogee Public Schools, we recently had to redraw our school attendance boundaries. Using geographic information system (GIS) software gave us a wealth of data to inform our…

STEM & STEAM

3 real-world competitions that support STEM learning

September 27, 2019 by Laura Ascione

The best way to engage students in STEM learning is to give them real-world problems to solve--here are 3 to motivate them.

STEM learning is proving key to the future of work, as an increasing number of jobs--some of which have yet to be created--will require STEM knowledge. But topics…

21st Century Skills

Training the future workforce for a data-driven society

September 27, 2019 by Jordan Morrow

Two co-workers analyze data and discuss workplace concepts.

Our youth are inheriting the future in real time. Over the past decade alone, the explosion in data, automation, machine learning, and artificial intelligence has completely transformed the…

District Management

Tips for using social media with educators

October 10, 2019September 27, 2019 by Stacey Pusey

A hand holding a smartphone with social media icons demonstrates the importance of using social media with educators.

Social media is an essential marketing tool for educational publishers. But the changing algorithms, rise and fall of new platforms, and overall nature of social media make some…

District Management

Arkansas turns to VR for new education program

September 26, 2019 by Laura Ascione

A student wears a virtual reality headset for learning, showing how VR is positioned for the classroom.

Arkansas is using virtual reality to provide concussion education to every public junior high and high school in the state. During Computer Science Education Week in December 2018,…

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Online education: Strong, effective, and moving forward

September 26, 2019 by Dr. Linda G. Roberts and Chuck Olson

This student is part of online education's growing trend.

We’re at an interesting moment in the history of online education. Nonprofit providers like The Virtual High School (VHS) have proven that high-quality courses can be effectively delivered…

STEM & STEAM

October 2019 Guide: Robotics

January 25, 2023September 25, 2019 by Vcarlson

We are excited to bring you the very first in a series of eSchool News Guides, which are full of ... Read more

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Make the move from digital citizenship to digital leadership

September 25, 2019 by Andy Plemmons

digital leadership skills are important for students to learn now, for their future.

My motto and philosophy for my school library is “expect the miraculous.” Inspired by my favorite author, Kate DiCamillo, I encourage students and educators to keep their eyes…

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6 times a converted school bus became a dynamic learning space

September 25, 2019 by Laura Ascione

A converted school bus holds a ton of educational opportunities on the inside, from a makerspace to a traveling STEM lab.

Spotting a converted school bus on the road is always a cool experience. What replaced those beloved rows of seats, and how did the vision for such a…

Classroom Innovations

Using assistive technology district-wide to improve reading achievement

September 24, 2019 by Robert Low

Coordinating efforts across an entire district can help assistive technology make a more meaningful impact.

Assistive technology teachers working at schools in the Fairfax County, VA school district--one of the largest in the United States--are finding that the use of audiobooks is improving…

SEL & Well-Being

Challenging students to see and achieve their unique potential

September 24, 2019 by Dr. Henry G. Brzycki and Elaine J. Brzycki

A few intentional practices can help students build confidence and reach their unique potential

K-12 teachers, counselors, and other front-line educators all need an effective framework with a set of tools to assess, intervene, ... Read more

SEL & Well-Being

5 steps to making a new school initiative take flight in Year One

September 23, 2019 by Tracey Smith

This key illustrates success, such as finding ways to ensure a new school initiative is a success from the first year.

When I started as the new principal at Brookwood three years ago, my first goal was to get a sense of the school’s climate. With my leadership team,…

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Back to class: Can your school network handle it?

September 23, 2019 by Roger Sands

This cable shows why school network security and management are important.

Traditional teaching methods are fading, replaced with digital learning initiatives and mobile computing. Embracing this tech-friendly environment is more complicated than finding room in the budget for new…

STEM & STEAM

8 things pushing the growth of game-based learning

September 20, 2019 by Laura Ascione

A person in a VR headset illustrates how game-based learning is taking its place in the classroom.

Revenue for game-based learning and education is projected to reach more than $24 billion by 2024, according to a new market forecast. Metaari’s 2019-2024 Global Game-based Learning Market…

District Management

3 ways our district cultivated a data-driven school culture

September 20, 2019 by Tim Cariss and Ted Sullivan

Here's why a data-driven school culture is important, as evidenced by these people with data and smartphones.

With a plethora of ed tech tools on the market, more districts are beginning to find ways to implement data into schools. With this trend, teachers are tasked…

SEL & Well-Being

5 benefits of SEL in classrooms

September 19, 2019 by Laura Ascione

A student comforts an unhappy friend, showing why SEL in classrooms is important.

Social-emotional learning (SEL) has become a large part of the discussion around what belongs in classrooms, mainly because putting SEL in classrooms opens up a door to new…

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Helping IT teams manage digital transformation

September 19, 2019 by Peter Newton

It's important to help IT teams manage network security and protection along with digital transformation.

From educators, IT teams, and school administrators to parents and students, nearly everyone with a stake in the education industry is aware of the promise new digital technologies…

District Management

7 ways to secure district-wide teacher buy-in for new tech

September 18, 2019 by Susan Oehlertz

Teacher buy-in carries a tremendous amount of weight when it comes to an edtech initiative's success--here's how to get it, according to this teacher using a tablet.

Parent engagement is a driving factor behind any child’s success in school—but a recent nationwide survey of more than 1,000 teachers found that parents are often disengaged in…

Classroom Innovations

Keep stress at bay–keep calm and teach!

September 18, 2019 by Eileen Belastock

An expert shares how to manage stress in the classroom and focus on mindfulness and positive thinking.

The management concept known as the Peter Principle, in which people become ineffective when promoted to a level where they ... Read more

Classroom Innovations

What makes an engaging learning experience?

September 17, 2019 by Laura Ascione

New research focuses on the components of an engaging learning experience and what goes into boosting student engagement.

An engaging learning experience in which students are fully immersed in the content is driven by six variables, according to new research. The State of Engagement 2019 report,…

Classroom Innovations

6 steps to choose digital resources wisely

September 17, 2019 by Tammi Sisk

A teacher uses an iPad with students to help them find appropriate digital resources for learning.

Teachers understand how important it is to use high-quality educational tools and digital resources in the classroom, and they know it’s important to help students select books that…

District Management

10, 9, 8…We’re counting down edtech tools and strategies

September 16, 2019 by Laura Ascione

The number 10 signifies the beginning of our countdown of edtech tools and strategies.

Do you love numbers? Do you love countdowns? If so, keep reading this story--we've put together a countdown of sorts that focuses on edtech tools and classroom strategies.…

District Management

7 steps to collaborative leadership this year

September 16, 2019 by Matthew Joseph, Ed.D.

Here are 7 ways to achieve collaborative leadership this school year.

When the word “collaboration” is spoken in a school, it is not always welcomed with open arms. Educators or leaders who have had success or are comfortable working…

District Management

3 ways to drive student achievement

September 13, 2019 by Marilyn McCottrell

Learn how this district helps students pass assignments and boosts student achievement.

When I became the principal of Fuller Elementary in Chicago, there were certain groups of students – particularly our male students – who were noticeably lagging behind their…

District Management

4 ways online learning can lead to educational equity

September 13, 2019 by Jim Dachos

Online learning can help with educational equity--here are four ways how.

Virtual learning opportunities break down the walls in our educational environment and help more students prepare for post-graduation success Until all students are treated equally and given access…

District Management

5 benefits this district got from K-12 esports

February 3, 2020September 12, 2019 by Laura Ascione

Monitors and headsets sit in a K-12 esports leage's competitive gaming room.

Esports is booming, from K-12 right on up to college and at the professional level. As more districts start K-12 esports leagues of their own, the academic and…

Classroom Innovations

Edtech is expanding access to learning–here’s how

September 12, 2019 by Laura Ascione

Edtech is becoming more and more important in the classroom--here's what a survey says about students, laptops, and more.

A majority of educators (79 percent) and 86 percent of parents in a survey say edtech including laptops, video content, and STEM products, is becoming a crucial part…

Classroom Innovations

How to find the right teaching resources–without being overwhelmed

September 11, 2019 by Elizabeth Vogel

It's important that teaching resources be easy to find and quickly usable.

As a fifth grade teacher, I used to spend hours hunting for math materials and exercises. If I had to teach my math class a standard skill, like…

SEL & Well-Being

8 ways I embraced mindfulness this year

September 11, 2019 by Korey Barkley

Mindfulness can go a long way in reducing student and teacher anxiety and worry this school year.

Mindfulness has become a buzzword in schools over the past few years. Many schools have hired mindfulness professionals to work with their students and faculty. According to scientist…

Classroom Innovations

10 reasons to use AR and VR in the classroom

September 10, 2019 by Angel Wilson

This VR headset at night shows how you can use AR and VR in the classroom to engage students.

In Phenix City, using AR and VR in the classroom has been an integral part of our STEM programming for the past four school years. Using engaging technology,…

Classroom Innovations

How we got the edtech resource we wanted

September 10, 2019September 10, 2019 by Emily Fagan and Jennifer Tatum

Here's how to get the edtech resource and information technology you want.

As classroom teachers, we are always on the lookout for new resources and services that will benefit every student in our school. One day we encountered an edtech…

District Management

Representation matters–and classrooms don’t have it

September 9, 2019 by Laura Ascione

This array of colorful figures demonstrates the need for diversity, including more black male educators, in classrooms.

A diverse and inclusive education workforce can play a critical role in ensuring that students receive a robust, quality educational experience. But an alarmingly low rate of black…

Classroom Innovations

Where do today’s teens get their news?

September 9, 2019 by Laura Ascione

A hand holding a smartphone screen with a news site demonstrates how teens get their media on the go.

Today's teenagers are turning away from traditional media organizations and are getting their news from social media sites and YouTube, according to a new poll by Common Sense…

Classroom Innovations

6 free resources for teachers–just in time for back-to-school

September 9, 2019September 6, 2019 by Laura Ascione

This list of free resources for teachers can help get the new school year off on the right foot.

Although the school year starts at different times across the country, one thing is guaranteed: free resources for teachers are at the top of the must-have list. Free…

Classroom Innovations

3 back-to-school apps for lesson planning

September 6, 2019 by Miguel Guhlin

These back-to-school apps can help teachers organize their teaching strategies.

“Does the TEKS Resource System have an app?” asked a classroom teacher in one of my sessions. “I want to pull up my lessons.” The question got me…

District Management

Setting social media boundaries between teachers and students

September 5, 2019 by John Stephens

Setting social media boundaries can help protect students in school and at home.

Technology in the classroom is the new normal, providing an array of opportunities for learning and productivity. At the same time, the proliferation of personal electronic devices and…

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Here’s how to support multi-screen classrooms

September 5, 2019 by David Soede

Here is how one IT director supported multi-screen classrooms and helped improve efficiency.

Today, education is far more flexible and collaborative than a generation ago, and technology is key in enabling teachers to quickly adapt lesson plans to suit the moment’s…

District Management

5 steps to become a true school leader

September 4, 2019 by Matthew Joseph, Ed.D.

Here are some tips for how to be a confident and effective school leader.

Schools are experiencing a dramatic shift from how they’ve been run and structured for over a century. Leaders must establish direction, influence others, and initiate sustainable change as…

District Management

8 ways to ensure tech readiness this school year

February 16, 2020September 4, 2019 by Laura Ascione

Here are some great ways to ensure your school's tech is ready for a new school year.

Summer isn't quite over, but now that August has claimed its place on our calendars, many educators are getting ready to welcome students back to school in the…

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