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.

9 priorities for a future-focused education system

August 11, 2022 by Laura Ascione

Newly-released Aurora Institute policy priorities call on policymakers to transform K-12 learning to a future-focused education system.

The Aurora Institute, a national education nonprofit focused on education systems change, has released its annual report outlining key federal policy issues aimed at transforming our K-12 education…

Gen Z students are aiming for STEM careers

August 9, 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

A majority of 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…

With the right instruction, tech opens doors for ELLs

August 5, 2022 by Gwen Snow, Principal, Newcomer Academy, Jefferson County Public Schools

One device can open many doors for English language learners, especially if they take their edtech home and teach their family members to use it

Even before COVID-19, reading scores among U.S. students had been declining for the first time in a decade, something that jeopardizes a generation’s achievement and mobility. As this…

How to ensure both security and accessibility in your district’s IT strategy

August 4, 2022 by Laura Ascione

Cyberattacks are running rampant in education--experts share tips to keep your district's network safe while ensuring ease of use

Keeping student and educator information safe and protected is a top priority, particularly now in the wake of skyrocketing cyberattacks. When it comes to fighting cyberattacks, schools need…

How 3 past Hero Awards winners navigated COVID

August 2, 2022 by Laura Ascione

The eSchool News K-12 Hero Awards program, sponsored by JAR Systems and SAP Concur, has returned for 2022 and recognizes the dedicated efforts of education professionals across K-12…

COVID crushed engagement–is student-centered learning the solution?

August 1, 2022 by Laura Ascione

In a new survey of nearly 8,000 educators in the U.S., educators point to student-centered learning as key to boosting student engagement and learning outcomes

In a new survey of thousands of U.S. educators, teachers validate concerns over student engagement due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but believe that technology and student-centered approaches to…

District IT can be secure and still be accessible

July 21, 2022 by Laura Ascione

Cyberattacks against educational institutions have skyrocketed--and keeping student and educator information safe and protected is a top priority.

Are you tackling the durable skills challenge?

July 19, 2022 by Laura Ascione

Nonprofit organizations working to define, develop and assess the skills that are key to success in the 21st Century workforce

A new effort to evaluate the “durable” skills that lead to success and achievement in the 21st century workforce was launched this spring by nonprofit organizations America Succeeds…

Build ‘beyond the game’ for max esports impact

July 18, 2022 by Claire LaBeaux, Director of Communications, NASEF

Research shows that the more extensively esports programs are implemented, the greater the gains

When we started the Orange County High School Esports League as a pilot program in January 2018, there was a lot of skepticism about bringing esports into schools…

ISTE, Dept. of ED target digital equity through improved tech proficiency

July 14, 2022 by Laura Ascione

The EPPs for Digital Equity and Transformation Pledge builds on ISTE’s commitment to help new teachers be successful at a time of rapid change in education

The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) and the U.S. Department of Education have launched an initiative to help new teachers gain the digital skills needed to…

9 priorities for a future-focused education system

Gen Z students are aiming for STEM careers

With the right instruction, tech opens doors for ELLs

How 3 past Hero Awards winners navigated COVID

COVID crushed engagement–is student-centered learning the solution?

Are you tackling the durable skills challenge?

ISTE, Dept. of ED target digital equity through improved tech proficiency

SchoolStatus Names New Chief Revenue Officer and Expands Sales Team to Build on its Continued Growth

Student from New Jersey Receives Award for STEAM Sustainability Innovation from Stanley Black & Decker and Discovery Education

School System, County, and Police Partner on New Modernized Bus Initiative to Enhance Student Safety in Anne Arundel County

ParentSquare Partners with MyVRSpot to Enhance Video Messaging to K-12 School-Home Engagement Platform

Slooh Partners with TransAstra to Add to its Network of Student-Controlled Telescopes – This Time in Space

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