Laura Ascione, Author at eSchool News

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Laura Ascione is the Editorial Director at eSchool Media. She is a graduate of the University of Maryland's prestigious Philip Merrill College of Journalism.

5 learner-centered education models to inspire reform

December 1, 2022 by Laura Ascione

Learner-centered education collaborates with learners to design learning experiences tailored to their interests and needs that help them pursue their potential

School models are, for the most part, outdated--and very overdue for replacement. When students reach high school, research shows that close to 66 percent of students are disengaged.…

Gen Z students want STEM careers

December 1, 2022 by Laura Ascione

Gen Z students have a keen interest in STEM--an interest that continues to grow particularly among women and students of color

Many high school and college students chose STEM as their No. 1 preferred career path, according to a survey of 11,495 Gen Z students conducted by the National…

Educators, parents remain vigilant about protecting student mental health

November 30, 2022 by Laura Ascione

A majority of parents and educators believe online tools can protect student mental health and prevent them from accessing harmful content.

Parents still voice overwhelming concerns for student mental health and online safety, according to a GoGuardian survey conducted by Morning Consult.

9 TED-Ed Lessons about different holiday origins

November 23, 2022 by Laura Ascione

With a vast video library and the chance to build and customize lessons for students, TED-Ed Lessons offers something for all topics and content areas

Most schools are gearing up for December break, and students' attention spans are likely to grow shorter each day. But crafting a video-based lesson that explores different holidays…

Learn how to modernize your K-12 financial operations

December 7, 2022November 17, 2022 by Laura Ascione

Automating your school district's spend management solution should be an integral part of modernizing your K-12 financial operations

Over the past several years, K-12 school districts experienced the limitations of legacy systems. With the recent government funding available for pandemic recovery, a window of opportunity opens…

Arne Duncan: College completion–not simply access–critical to nation’s future

December 7, 2022November 17, 2022 by Laura Ascione

College completion remains one of higher education's biggest challenges--and one that must be solved

Making higher education the norm for everyone in the nation—and ensuring that people have not just access to higher education, but also the support to complete that education—is…

Free internet could erase the digital divide

December 5, 2022November 15, 2022 by Laura Ascione

Despite unconnected households being eligible for free internet, complex barriers prevent enrollment and perpetuate the digital divide.

Local leaders must play a critical role in closing the digital divide for 18 million American households that have access to the internet but can't afford to connect,…

How to maintain secure access and data privacy

December 5, 2022November 10, 2022 by Laura Ascione

The risk of cyberattacks and weakened data privacy has greatly increased due to expanded remote and hybrid learning.

Cybersecurity is a priority concern for most people accessing the internet. Unfortunately, students aren’t thinking about cyberattacks when they access sites for curriculum, research, and entertainment from their…

Your classrooms might need digital assistants

December 5, 2022November 3, 2022 by Laura Ascione

Digital assistants are giving teachers another unique way to engage students, help them learn, and increase productivity.

AI has untapped potential in classrooms, from preschool through higher education. Digital assistants can transform how educators teach, giving them the freedom to teach from anywhere in the…

Dedication to STEM learning makes this eSN Hero Awards winner a standout leader

November 1, 2022November 1, 2022 by Laura Ascione

Conventional wisdom would say that economically disadvantaged schools across the country would need to think twice before making a major investment in technology. However, not all districts in…

Building a Successful Certification Program at Your Institution

In a world where competition for jobs, pay increases, and academic success continues to increase, certifications offer hope to candidates and educators. Certification helps to build a skilled workforce that meets the needs of local employers and government tech initiatives.

4 Practices for Innovative School Leaders

If your school or district is anything like many others across the country, it has undergone transformational changes at a rapid (perhaps even dizzying) pace over the past two years. The challenges you continue to face demand that you influence more change, driven by creative problem solving and a bit of risk.

5 learner-centered education models to inspire reform

Gen Z students want STEM careers

Educators, parents remain vigilant about protecting student mental health

9 TED-Ed Lessons about different holiday origins

Learn how to modernize your K-12 financial operations

Arne Duncan: College completion–not simply access–critical to nation’s future

Free internet could erase the digital divide

How to maintain secure access and data privacy

Your classrooms might need digital assistants

Dedication to STEM learning makes this eSN Hero Awards winner a standout leader

Texas’ Corpus Christi Independent School District Expands Partnership with Discovery Education by Selecting New, TEKS-Aligned Mystery Science to Support Deeper Student Engagement in Science

ParentSquare Named Excellence in Equity Award Winner

Listen EVERYWHERE in High School Theater Brings Clear Audio to Those with Hearing Loss

Riverside Insights Wins Excellence in Equity Award for Accessibility Features

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