Mobile platform helps teachers, students stay connected
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The former Editorial Director for both eSchool News and eCampus News, and was formerly the Managing Editor of eCampus News. Before working at eSchool Media, Meris worked as an assistant editor for The World and I, an online curriculum publication. She graduated from Kenyon College in 2006 with a BA in English, and enjoys spending way too much time either reading or cooking.
Latest posts by Meris Stansbury (see all)
- #4: 25 education trends for 2018 - December 26, 2018
- Video of the Week: Dealing with digital distraction in the classroom - February 23, 2018
- Secrets from the library lines: 5 ways schools can boost digital engagement - January 2, 2018
Are states measuring students’ career readiness?
With a nationwide emphasis on preparing students for the workplace, accompanied by a push to use the Common Core State Standards to buoy these skills, a new report…
6 ways to modernize teacher-preparation programs
As the U.S. education system shifts to accommodate a digital world in which 21st century skills are the norm, and not the exception, many stakeholders say teacher-preparation programs…
App of the week: Shutterbugs: Wiggle and Stomp
Name: Shutterbugs: Wiggle and Stomp What is it? Designed for the home and classroom by the Smithsonian Science Education Center ... Read more
How to support teachers for 21st century learning
Implementing broad concepts like critical thinking and communication may seem like natural next steps to educators, but unless teachers receive support from school policy and infrastructure, providing students…
Best Connected Educator Month tweets-Week 5
Here are the Connected Educator Month tweets that we found most enlightening, helpful, or interesting this week. #CE13
What will Common Core assessments cost states?
Many states that once adopted Common Core State Standards (CCSS) are now pressing the pause button on implementation, in light of the cost of CCSS-aligned assessments. State leaders…
Eduplanet21- Social Learning for Educators
Check out this 1-minute video to get a feel for what Eduplanet21 is striving to accomplish when we say “Social ... Read more
5 steps to maximize iPads for students with autism
Classrooms across the country are dotted with iPads on desks, in students' hands, and in hallways. Recently, a special education expert offered five insights into how the iPad…
Best Connected Educator Month tweets-Week 4
Here are the Connected Educator Month tweets that we found most enlightening, helpful, or interesting this week. #CE13
10 must-watch videos for flipped learning
If must-implement educational trends were narrowed down to a small group, flipped learning would be among the top contenders. But flipped learning doesn't have to consist of videos…
Report: ELA teachers not implementing Common Core
According to a stunning report released today, “a huge percentage of ELA teachers” aren't making the instructional shifts necessary for the Common Core, instead relying on old teaching…
Implementing Common Core for students with disabilities
A new website for students--and in particular, those with disabilities--is offering free “anytime, anyplace” resources, materials, and information to help schools ensure that their students meet the Common…
National writing event trending on Twitter
Today, students, educators, administrators, and writers will take to Twitter to celebrate the National Day on Writing by sharing ways they use writing to connect with family, within…
App of the week: News-2-You
News-2-You is the Special Education’s Newspaper for beginning readers and special needs students.
5 common myths about school administration
It’s not always teachers who face criticism in the U.S. Many school administrators say that misconceptions about their career motivations and the position in general still exist today—and…
Best Connected Educator Month tweets-Week 3
Here are the Connected Educator Month tweets that we found most enlightening, helpful, or interesting this week. #CE13
What tech leaders need to know about online assessments
As part of Connected Educator Month, the State Educational Technology Directors Association (SETDA) gathered together two expert district and state technology directors to discuss how their states successfully…
Beyond Technology
In 2013, the EnCompass Academy acquired VINCI Tabs preloaded with math courses mapped to the existing curriculum.
National education reform conference starts this week
Florida Gov. Jeb Bush and the Foundation for Excellence in Education (FEE) will host the National Summit on Education Reform on Oct. 17 and 18 in Boston, Mass.,…
What to consider for eBook implementation
eBook implementation is becoming crucial for schools and districts as part of the digital content movement. As mobile devices become a classroom staple, printed books are becoming a…
INFOGRAPHIC: Are schools worrying about the shutdown?
View this infographic to learn more about what your educators are thinking about the government shutdown.
Best Connected Educator Month tweets-Week 2
Here are the Connected Educator Month tweets that we found most enlightening, helpful, or interesting this week. #CE13
Internet barriers won’t hinder flipped learning
In a new YouTube video series, one technology expert is flipping ed-tech professional development for educators by showing them how to flip their own classrooms even when students…
State leaders learn tips in Connected Educator Month
state-technology If state technology leaders know one thing, it’s that community and connection are vital for achievement--both professionally and for student achievement. As part of Connected Educator Month…
Silicon Valley magnate? There’s a STEM school for that
Too often educators have heard stories of brilliant students like Mark Zuckerberg dropping out of school to get a head start in the technology industry, eager to become…
App of the week: Everyday Mathematics apps
A popular elementary math program that offers several apps that help students (PreK-6) practice and improve their math skills.
Free administrator MOOC focuses on digital learning
A new, free, Massive Open Online Course for Educators (MOOC -Ed), designed to help district and school leaders, is now available, focusing specifically on helping administrators effectively implement…
Best Connected Educator Month tweets
Here are the Connected Educator Month tweets that we found most enlightening, helpful, or interesting this week. #CE13
States, districts take the next step in Big Data
data-studentIt’s a theme often discussed during national education technology conferences across the country: “Now that we have the data, what do we do with it?” With guidance from…
New Common Core writing resource could save billions
It seems that writing has almost gone the way of mathematics, with many students saying, "When will I need to use this in real life?" But according to…
Six can’t-miss Connected Educator Month panels
What better way to commence Connected Educators Month (CEM), starting Oct. 1st, then to connect educators across the country to discuss topics most relevant to education today? In…
App of the week: Luca Lashes
Geared toward children ages 0-4, the series help turn “fearful firsts” into educational experiences, whether it’s a child’s first haircut, first dentist visit, first swimming lesson, and more.
How to choose the right education technology
With so many education technology tools now available, how can school and district leaders implement the best choices? According to some tech-savvy technology integrators, there are a few…
INFOGRAPHIC: What social media are schools using?
As part of eSchool News‘ mission to engage our readers with current hot-button topics in education, the editors at eSN are including polls in our daily stories. From…
Using research to inform education practice
School improvement is on every education agenda across the country, but with guidance from a first-of-its kind study, schools and districts can better understand how state education agencies…
New this fall: Free, popular digital tools
A new beta tool called Wikibrains is making global waves among innovative students as it encourages out-of-the-box thinking. The online, digital brainstorming platform lets users connect with ideas…
App of the week: Ansel and Clair: Little Green Island HD
A game app on the environment and pollution combining creation, problem solving, and strategy with animations and interactivity.