January 2024

Smithsonian and Carolina Biological Announce New Version of Elementary Science Curriculum to Raise Bar in 3D Learning

January 31, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

BURLINGTON, NC — Carolina Biological, the leading school science supplier and the Smithsonian Science Education Center announced Smithsonian Science for ... Read more

Edtech Trends

5 of the biggest education trends in 2024

January 31, 2024 by Dr. Christina Counts, Vice President of Education, MiEN Company

When it comes to education trends in 2024, schools are supporting teacher well-being and reengaging students through innovative ways.

As we usher in the new year, educators and industry leaders are eagerly anticipating the top education trends for 2024. The education industry has witnessed a rapid evolution…

COVID in Schools

Young students less prepared for grade-level reading, math

January 31, 2024 by Laura Ascione

Nationwide data offer critical new insights into the pandemic’s academic impact on younger students' learning.

Children who were in early childhood learning programs during the pandemic are struggling to keep up with grade-level learning in math and English, according to School Readiness for…

Newsline

VHS Learning Students Continue to Excel Academically with 91% Pass Rate

January 30, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Boston – Although reports reveal that U.S. students’ general academic performance still trails behind pre-pandemic rates, students taking VHS Learning’s high-quality, teacher-led online ... Read more

AI in Education

Can artificial intelligence help teachers improve?

January 30, 2024 by Michael Elsen-Rooney, Chalkbeat

The use of AI in teacher coaching is generating a fierce debate among those for--and against--the technology.

A network of small public high schools in New York City is exploring whether artificial intelligence can change the way teachers receive feedback about their classroom instruction.

Curriculum & Assessment

How to teach conflict resolution in high school ELA, social studies classes

January 30, 2024 by Adam Piccoli, Special Education Teacher, New Jersey

In teaching conflict resolution, educators need to model how to listen to and empathize with those with whom we disagree.

Aside from the obvious classroom management benefits of teaching conflict resolution to students, children would also develop better interpersonal relationships outside of the classroom.

Featured Podcast

How to Create a Culture-Conscious Campus

January 30, 2024January 30, 2024 by Kevin Hogan

Dr. Cynthia Wise on turning districts from under achieving to ‘A’ rated.

The Culture Conscious Campuses Model which has been approved by the Texas Education Agency commissioner as a research-based instructional model with proven results in increasing academic success for…

Newsline

Virginia Adds to the Resources for its ALL In Tutoring Reading Initiative to Include Lexia Core5 Reading and Lexia PowerUp Literacy

January 29, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

BOSTON – The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) has expanded its ALL in Tutoring reading initiative to include evidence-based resources from ... Read more

Building & Campus Security

A model to reduce school shootings

January 29, 2024 by Patrick V. Fiel Sr., National Security Expert & Rick Shaw, National Pre-Incident Prevention Expert

Two experts are collaborating on new ways school campuses can develop a comprehensive security plan to reduce school shootings.

For three consecutive years, the U.S has had a record high number of school shootings, resulting in a repetitive cycle of grievances, anger, and frustration.

STEM & STEAM Trends

First-ever National STEM Festival welcomes student innovators

January 29, 2024 by Laura Ascione

National STEM Festival will recognize outstanding student science and engineering solutions to pressing global issues.

EXPLR and the U.S. Department of Education have announced a public-private partnership in co-hosting the first-ever National STEM Festival in April 2024.

Newsline

BenQ Education Announces “Teach Your Way” Projector Program

January 26, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

COSTA MESA, Calif. — BenQ, an internationally renowned provider of visual display and collaboration solutions, today announced its new “Teach ... Read more

Classroom Management

Friday 5: The many faces of classroom learning

January 26, 2024 by Laura Ascione

Classroom learning can look different in many situations, but students benefit most when instruction comes from dedicated teachers

There's no denying it: Classroom learning is changing. Classrooms today could be in person, online, or hybrid. Classrooms may be student-driven, might focus on project-based learning, or may…

IT Innovations

The modern CIO’s role is changing–here’s how to keep up

January 26, 2024 by Laura Ascione

CIOs must be willing to tackle challenges, and to support digital transformation, they have to be willing to fail

During a session at FETC 2024, Marlon Shears, CIO of IDEA Public Schools, offered a realistic view of what CIOs across all sectors are prioritizing and how digital…

Newsline

Pearson’s Connections Academy Partners with HOSA–Future Health Professionals to Engage and Connect Middle and High Schoolers Early to Healthcare Careers

January 25, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Columbia, Md. – Pearson (FTSE: PSON.L) and its Connections Academy, the fully online public school program serving K-12 students for more ... Read more

Teaching Trends

Student engagement requires more than edtech tools

January 25, 2024January 25, 2024 by Laura Ascione

At FETC 2024, a look at how educators must go beyond tech integration and edtech tools for edtech's sake to boost student engagement.

Student engagement is critical to academic achievement, but it can often be a struggle to engage students in meaningful and relevant ways.

Digital Learning Tools

15 edtech startups selected for the inaugural AWS Education Accelerator

January 25, 2024 by Amazon Web Services

The AWS Education Accelerator edtech startups are focused on a wide range of solutions for PK-12, higher ed and workforce education customers

Amazon Web Services (AWS) in early January announced 15 startup companies selected to participate in the inaugural AWS Education Accelerator.

STEM

3 ways to build engagement in STEM classrooms

January 24, 2024 by Steve Millam, Physics & Astrophysics Teacher, Chaparral High School

With the push to build STEM literacy and get more students—especially girls—into STEM fields, engagement is needed across science disciplines

For as long as I can remember, I’ve been in awe of science, space, and the world around us. And, after watching Star Wars and Star Trek for…

SEL Trends

How 5 educators approach SEL

January 24, 2024 by Laura Ascione

SEL skills are paramount for students now, and in the future--here's how educators are integrating SEL skills into their schools.

Social-emotional learning (SEL) is an integral part of today's schools. Through SEL, students learn how to manage and regulate their emotions, identify and work through tough feelings.

AI in Education

Teachers want AI in education–but need more support

February 6, 2024January 23, 2024 by Laura Ascione

A new study uncovers the importance of closing the AI knowledge gap for teachers, who want to use AI in education but need more support.

The majority of teachers are enthusiastic and eager about the potential of AI in education and incorporating AI in the classroom, but remain unsure of where to start,…

STEM & STEAM Trends

How this middle school teacher gets students to challenge themselves in math

January 23, 2024 by Samantha Lauten, Chalkbeat

$This believes that giving students the opportunity to work on more difficult equations fosters excitement for math.$

When Salvador Quijada, a seventh and eighth grade math teacher at Philip’s Academy Charter School, thinks back on his own journey as a mathematician, he gives credit to…

Newsline

Metrasens’ Advanced Detection Technology Chosen by Moore Public Schools for Enhanced Safety at Extracurricular Events

January 22, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

NAPERVILLE, Illiois and MOORE, Oklahoma (PRNewswire-PRWeb) — Metrasens, a leading provider of advanced detection systems for security and safety applications, ... Read more

Newsline

GoGuardian Launches Pear Deck Learning, a Comprehensive Ecosystem of Innovative Learning Tools

January 22, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

LOS ANGELES (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — GoGuardian, the leading company delivering proven solutions to create effective, engaging, and safer learning environments, ... Read more

School Management

Leading is learning

January 22, 2024 by Sean Slade & Alyssa Gallagher, Co-Heads, BTS Spark

Leading effectively requires leaders to be learning at the same time--learning and leading are both important in the role of school leadership and school leaders.

There was a time when we believed that once you knew how to do something then that was it. Mission accomplished. The skill set was learned and the…

Literacy

States need to strengthen reading instruction policies

January 22, 2024 by Laura Ascione

To improve literacy outcomes for students, teachers should be prepared to implement and sustain scientifically based reading instruction.

While many states seek to improve literacy outcomes for students, they focus too little on a key component to strong implementation and sustainability: effective teachers.

Newsline

Bluum Launches Innovative Esports, STEAM, and Security Solutions

January 19, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

PHOENIX, Ariz. — At its recent Impact 2024 conference, Bluum, a leading provider of education technology, unveiled five new solutions ... Read more

Teaching Trends

Friday 5: Student learning under the microscope

January 23, 2024January 19, 2024 by Laura Ascione

Student learning is at the epicenter of teaching--here are five important components of successful student learning

It goes without saying that improving student learning and helping students achieve their learning goals have always been priorities for classroom teachers and educators.

E-rate Funding

The looming threat that could worsen the digital divide

January 19, 2024 by Diamond McKenna, Co-Founder, Diamond Assets

Expiring ECF funding poses a substantial threat to the strides made in narrowing the digital divide in underserved schools and libraries that depend on the E-rate.

In an era where technology plays a pivotal role in education, the expiration of the E-rate program's Emergency Connectivity Fund (ECF) funding poses a significant threat to underserved…

School Management

6 ways principals can improve family engagement

January 23, 2024January 18, 2024 by Lauren Wells, PhD, Manager, Professional Learning Development, NWEA

Setting realistic goals for family engagement can help establish effective communication patterns in your school.

As a school administrator, I thought a lot about family engagement. How could I get more parents and guardians to feel connected and interested in getting involved? How…

COVID in Schools

Occupational therapy is the antidote for pandemic skill loss

January 23, 2024January 18, 2024 by Brooke Howard, MS, OTR/L, Executive Director, The Ivy Street School

Occupational therapy is well-equipped to provide all students with extra support as schools continue to recover from learning loss.

Research shows that the average student lost approximately one-third of a school year to the pandemic, leading to academic setbacks and missed opportunities for building skills fostered in…

Newsline

EmpowerU Honors Exemplary School Partners for Outstanding Impact on Student Mental Health

January 17, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

MINNEAPOLIS – EmpowerU, a leading national provider of mental health skills and support for schools, recently recognized five school districts ... Read more

Curriculum & Assessment

5 ways to teach and assess learning in the age of AI

January 23, 2024January 17, 2024 by Arielle Davis-Featherstone, Education Program Manager, Global Cities, Inc.

With a little creativity, educators can easily assess student learning and promote engagement and critical thinking skills in the classroom.

There is a lot of excitement surrounding ChatGPT, the cutting-edge chatbot powered by OpenAI. Some experts believe this new technology can have a positive impact on teaching and…

ELL

6 ways to support multilingual learners in STEM

January 17, 2024 by Veronica Burnett, Regional STEM Trainer, Accelerate Learning

With high-quality STEM experiences, MLs can develop the problem-solving, critical thinking, and collaboration skills they need to succeed.

STEM can help with English language development by allowing students to engage with language in a variety of ways. The hands-on nature of STEM learning also makes concepts…

Newsline

Tennessee’s Hardeman County Schools Begin New Year with New Digital Resources Supporting College and Career Readiness

January 16, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Charlotte, NC —Tennessee’s Hardeman County Schools (HCS) today announced a new phase in its partnership with global edtech leader Discovery ... Read more

STEM & STEAM Trends

5 ways to use inquiry-based learning to make math more relevant

January 16, 2024 by Dr. Julie Vogel, National Education Officer, & Jennifer Chintala, Senior Manager Math Solutions, Renaissance

$Math lessons and ongoing practice grounded in inquiry-based learning emphasize conceptual understanding using real-world contexts.$

One of the joys of being an educator is embracing all the differences every student brings to the classroom, while teaching them to celebrate those unique traits in…

SEL Trends

How data empowers our district to align teaching with student needs

February 29, 2024January 16, 2024 by Dr. Michael Mallery Jr., District Administrator - Social Emotional Learning, Windsor Public Schools

Teachers can model responsible decision making, positive relationship building and other SEL skills in everyday interactions using data.

Everyone had that favorite teacher; the one who inspired your confidence to succeed or fostered love of a certain subject. For me it was Ms. Pierre, my high…

Newsline

MackinVIA Wins The Distinctive Platinum Award Its 8th Consecutive Modern Library AwardFrom LibraryWorks

January 15, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Burnsville, MN – Mackin, a leading provider of print and digital fiction and nonfiction books for PK-12, is pleased to ... Read more

STEM & STEAM Trends

Elementary-level STEM education fosters our future innovators

January 16, 2024January 15, 2024 by Dr. Yuvraj Verma , Teacher, Chalkville Elementary School

Investing in STEM education from an early age nurtures the next generation of innovators, problem-solvers, and leaders.

In today's fast-paced world, STEM education has become imperative for global progress. Traditionally, the spotlight on STEM education appears to occur in high school and late middle school…

School Management

Addressing the root causes of chronic K-12 absenteeism

January 15, 2024 by Jeremy Glauser, Founder and CEO, eLuma

Chronic absenteeism is a challenge, particularly after the pandemic--here are strategies to understand the root cause and address it.

More children than ever are skipping school. The latest data shows that the number of public school students who miss at least 10 percent of their school days—whether…

DEIA (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Access)

Advancing educational equity with UDL and generative AI

January 12, 2024 by Rowen Elsmore, Digital Learning Specialist, Jefferson High School & Dr. Alexandra Holter, Computer Science Coordinator for K-12, Bloomington Public Schools

Establishing educational equity in computer science with generative AI and UDL will cause ripple effects across all content areas.

As we all struggle down the path toward true educational inclusion, we are confronted with four pillars of equity as described by Rochelle Guiterize: Access, Success, Power and…

Teaching Trends

Friday 5: Teaching strategies for classroom success

January 12, 2024 by Laura Ascione

Teaching strategies are instrumental in students' success and contribute to an engaged classroom

All classrooms are different and require different teaching strategies to address various concerns, goals, and learning trends. Plus, it takes a dedicated teacher to employ the right teaching…

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