Educators outline 5 priorities for the new school year
With a new school year comes new priorities for educators and students alike. Teaching is evolving at a rapid pace, pushed forward by advancements in AI, the need…
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.
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- Educators outline 5 priorities for the new school year - September 13, 2024
- Skills gap, outdated infrastructure hinder AI use - September 11, 2024
- 4 key findings on student engagement - September 10, 2024
Skills gap, outdated infrastructure hinder AI use
Although a high majority of enterprises are adopting AI in some capacity (88 percent), many still lack the necessary data infrastructure and employee skills to truly benefit from…
4 key findings on student engagement
Only one-third of U.S. administrators, teachers, and parents/caregivers say students are engaged in learning, underscoring the critical need for more engaging learning experiences.
How to leverage microcredentials and LERs in K-12
As the U.S. offers more opportunities for skills-based hiring and advancement, microcredentials and learning and employment records (LER) can certify student learning and success and comprise lifelong learning…
Post-pandemic growth is limited, but some populations are progressing
New data reveals limited progress toward pre-pandemic levels of achievement nationally, although specific student populations are challenging these trends, according to the State of Student Learning report.
10 tips to protect youth well-being online
A report from the Biden-Harris Administration’s Kids Online Health and Safety Task Force offers recommendations and best practices for safer social media and online platform use for youth.
48 back-to-school predictions for the 2024-2025 year
Back-to-school season comes with highs and lows, and along with those mixed emotions come trends and predictions around edtech tools, digital learning resources, and important curricular objectives.
Fine-tuning learning spaces for neurodiverse students
As schools seek to ensure all students are able to learn to their fullest potential, a new guide explores ideas and strategies for creating inclusive learning spaces.
Report finds persistent STEM career exposure gaps for women
Women play a crucial role in filling high-paying, in-demand STEM careers, but they account for just 34 percent of the STEM workforce, according to a new report from YouScience…
Do high-impact tutoring tools actually offer high-impact tutoring?
Although most online tutoring solutions claim to provide high-impact tutoring, less than one-third follow the design principles for identifying high-impact tutoring, according to a new report.
AI is forcing a teaching and learning evolution
More than half of teachers and district administrators who are already actively using AI are leveraging it to improve learning experiences and outcomes for students, according to Cambium…
How 5 educators use digital tools in the classroom
When it comes to classroom learning, it's common knowledge that students of all ages are a bit more engaged when they're able to use an interactive or captivating…
The digital divide still holds students back
Students’ access to technology has improved over time, although it continues to vary across family income categories and racial and ethnic groups, according to a new study released today…
5 steps to boost CTE programs and fill workforce pipelines
As the U.S. faces a shortage of critical healthcare workers, career and technical education (CTE) can help fill the pipeline and link students to valuable career opportunities.
15 unique virtual field trips for students
Virtual field trips have become widely available thanks to more accessible virtual reality technology, and they saw a surge in popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic when physical field…
The pandemic’s lasting impact on young learners
Young students require more learning support to remain on pace with historical academic growth trends, according to new research from Curriculum Associates, which unveils national data on the…
Michigan Virtual survey highlights K-12 educators’ AI beliefs, needs
A Michigan Virtual survey of more than 1,000 educators from classrooms, districts, and support organizations found higher trust in AI among building and district administrators than within teacher…
It’s time to rethink cybersecurity in education
IT leaders are tasked with protecting school district networks and must constantly evaluate their cybersecurity strategies as attacks from outside threats increase in frequency and become more sophisticated.
Online and Hybrid Learning Strategies: eSN Innovation Roundtable
We can't discuss online and hybrid learning without acknowledging the role the COVID-19 pandemic played in forcing districts to move fully online for virtual instruction, later paving the…
6 tips to select the right assessments for your district
Ensuring student achievement is on track is critical, particularly as post-pandemic academic progress still remains slower for some student groups.
Teachers say AI usage has surged since the school year started
Fifty percent of educators reported an increase in AI usage, by both students and teachers, over the 2023-24 school year, according to The 2024 Educator AI Report: Perceptions,…
Here’s what drives summer learners–it’s not what you think
A recent survey of tutors, learners, and parents reveals an overwhelming drive across the board for more academic support, as well as a desire for flexible, self-directed learning…
Edtech Top 40 reveals increase in unique digital tool use
On average, K-12 school districts access 2,739 edtech tools over the entire school year, according to Edtech Top 40, a report on the usage of digital solutions, tools,…
The surprising/unsurprising things education IT leaders have to say
Sometimes, when you ask a question, you get an answer that’s surprising and completely expected at the same time. That’s what happened when we surveyed education technology leaders, and…
4 videos about the nation’s history
Whenever a national historical event or celebration rolls around, it inevitably raises questions about the nation's history, why we observe the holiday, how different traditions formed, and what's…
How to combat misuse of AI in student writing
As AI cements itself firmly into classrooms, one large and lingering question concerns when and how students can use it appropriately. It takes only seconds to plug a…
These attendance management strategies can reduce chronic absenteeism
School districts implementing proactive, consistent attendance interventions saw a 22 percent improvement in chronic absenteeism rates from 2021-22 to 2022-23.
Using PBL with makerspaces across your curriculum
Combining PBL with makerspaces (also called maker education) gives educators an infinite number of projects, assignments, and activities that engage ... Read more
How to use PBL with makerspaces across your curriculum
Combining PBL with makerspaces (also called maker education) gives educators an infinite number of projects, assignments, and activities that engage students and truly immerse them in learning.
Concerns mount as high school graduates express career uncertainty
New survey data reveals a number of concerning trends among high school graduates, including uncertainty regarding post-graduation plans, a notable gap in career exposure, and disparities in post-high…
ISTELive news: Build writing confidence in K-5 students
Discovery Education is offering elementary educators nationwide the unique opportunity to participate in the development of its latest product, Mystery Writing by ... Read more
ISTELive news: Canva launches Teacher Certification course
In response to global demand from educators, Canva launched its free Teacher Certification course to enhance the skills of its 30 million ... Read more
ISTELive news: LEGO Education previews student engagement data
LEGO Education’s Dr. Jenny Nash, Head of Education Impact, previewed compelling and surprising data on the U.S. student disengagement crisis. ... Read more
ISTELive news: SMART launches new inclusion solution
In an effort to foster inclusive learning environments, SMART Technologies launched the Inclusive Classroom Bundle, a comprehensive solution designed to ... Read more
Putting the ‘E’ in integrative STEM instruction
STEM learning essential, helping students develop skills such as critical thinking and problem solving–skills that will help them be successful ... Read more
Putting the ‘E’ in integrative STEM instruction
Engineering and the engineering design process, when incorporated into classrooms correctly, can increase student engagement and subject matter understanding.
ISTELive news: Samsung’s AI-powered upgrades
Samsung Electronics America, Inc. is showcasing new AI-powered upgrades to its Interactive Display (model name: WAD). First launched in May 2024, the Interactive Display ... Read more
Embracing the hybrid learning spectrum
Moving into the pandemic, education was on a straight–if somewhat predictable–trajectory. In truth, aside from pockets of innovation, much of ... Read more
ISTELive news: SmartPass highlights link between attendance, student outcomes
SmartPass, a digital hall pass solution for K-12 schools, has announced an update to its Schedules capabilities, enabling schools to gain a ... Read more
ISTELive news: Capstone’s PebbleGo gets an active learning upgrade
Capstone debuted its newly expanded PebbleGo suite, featuring tools for active learning, content curation features, and other enhancements designed specifically ... Read more
