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Data intelligence in education: Building the right foundation for better decisions
Education needs systems that make trusted data usable--that is where real transformation begins
Top 5 Twitter reactions to Obama’s speech on education
U.S. President Barack Obama’s emphasis on education during his fifth State of the Union address, which last slightly more than one hour, generated a lot of buzz on…
How 3 districts leverage librarians’ digital knowledge
Librarians and libraries are in a unique position to help schools and districts prepare for and progress through the digital transition, according to a just-released Alliance for Excellent…
Obama touts ed tech, 21st century skills
The jobs of the new economy will require higher-order skills such as “problem solving” and “critical thinking,” President Obama said during his State of the Union address Jan.…
How lawmakers have failed students living in poverty
Fifty years after President Johnson declared a “war on poverty,” there is broad disagreement over whether the nation’s anti-poverty measures have been a success. But when you compare…
Students need stronger college, workforce skills
Students are comfortable using technology, but they often lack important research and information literacy skills, according to a new survey that aims to gauge students' skills in areas…
What everybody should know about online learning environments
Blended Learning requires an effective delivery system. A web based solution that allows courses to be structured effectively, is easy to use and has a range of educationally…
Five must-have social studies tools
What are the ed-tech tools that educators can’t live without? Each month, we’ll ask a different reader. Geography and More: Google Earth This amazing tool can be used…
How does educational media impact children?
While 78 percent of screen media consumed by children ages 2-4 is educational, that figure drops drastically as children age, down to 39 percent among 5- to 7-year-olds…
3 edupreneurs to watch in 2014
In October 2013, The Atlantic highlighted three “edupreneurs” or innovators who work tireless to not only advance math and science education in the U.S., but to energize attitudes…
Ohio’s move toward embedded assessments
The state of Ohio is taking steps to ensure that students enter college and the workforce with the ability to apply critical skills to real-world problems. Through the…
Schools prep for Digital Learning Day
On Feb. 5, 2014, teachers, library media specialists, and students across the nation will celebrate Digital Learning Day as they strive to incorporate digital learning into their classrooms…
The ten ‘Golden Rules’ of Google Apps for Education
Google Apps, and cloud-based applications in general, are revolutionizing how educators teach and students learn. Here are 10 "Golden Rules" to consider when using Google Apps for Education.
Connecting kids with today’s changing tech tools
Improved learning is a concern for our nation. Our economic prosperity depends on it, as does our strength as a nation. To improve learning in the 21st Century,…
Seven instructional strategies for the Common Core
As significant numbers of educators, parents, and politicians push back on the Common Core Standards now that implementation has begun, many teachers are left to navigate the shift…
Once blocked, Twitter is now a classroom tool
Taxation, representation and slavery were up for debate recently at Wauwatosa West High School, where juniors engaged in a multi-day, in-class simulation of the first Constitutional Convention in…
New Common Core resource aids students with special needs
One of the best non-profits for the advancement of education technology has developed a new, free Common Core website for educators that offers customizable resources to improve teaching…
8 incredibly easy steps to a professional development makeover
There’s a lot of talk these days, especially with the implementation of Common Core, about how to reform student learning. However, there’s a group of learners education is…
Teaching students to evaluate info critically
In the Age of Information, students must learn how to evaluate the accuracy and relevancy of the nearly limitless information at their fingertips. But how can these skills…
School principals beg for help with Common Core
It’s no surprise that schools across the country are gearing up for implementation of Common Core, with many teachers and school principals fully aware of what the standards…
Connected Districts, Part 2: Prioritizing ed-tech
We presented the idea of the "connected district" in Part 1 of this series, where we featured one district that has made personalized learning a top priority, and…
The secrets behind one school’s remarkable turnaround
Twelve years ago, Maplewood Richmond Heights High School in St. Louis, Mo., ranked among the area’s lowest-performing schools. With a 59-percent poverty demographic, low test scores, and dilapidated…
How to teach students about their digital footprint
Students must know about their digital footprint and the consequences of online actions Technology is an integral part of teaching ... Read more
New: 10 of the best Apple and Android apps for education in 2014
Last year we presented “10 of the best Apple apps for education in 2013,” which highlighted some of the best apps for mobile technology. However, with new upgrades…
How the ‘four Cs’ fit with the Common Core
Communication, collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking are an integral part of the Common Core standards; here are free resources that can help you teach these skills.
What good are mentors in an online age?
In an age where anyone with an internet connection can learn everything from how to cut a pineapple to “Intro to Engineering” from MIT, are mentors still relevant…
11 apps for coding: From beginners to masters
As students begin to not only use technology, but create it’s functionality, a recent explosion in coding resources have hit the web, providing coding apps ranging from introductions…
10 next-generation science apps for education
Just like technology, science is always changing to reflect progress and information learned. With these 10 next-generation science apps for education, you’ll find an array of apps that…
How to Create Assessments for The Common Core
Assessments for the Common Core require more than just multiple choice. Learn how to create practice assessments that measure concepts, not facts.
Five steps to a successful blended learning program
As school leaders consider blended learning, here are five key considerations gleaned from the thousands of schools we’ve worked with to implement blended learning programs. Define your academic…
8 great apps for Android users
iPhones and iPads may have once been educators' and students' go-to devices, but Android-based tools are increasingly present in classrooms across the nation. These eight apps, which cover…
The 6 hidden tricks for Bring-Your-Own-Device success
By now, most districts considering the implementation of BYOD know there’s a lot more to success than apps and devices. But how can districts accurately measure how much…
Six helpful classroom management apps for teachers
Mobile apps aren't just for students. Teachers and administrators benefit from management apps designed to boost productivity, provide quicker access to actionable data, and more. Here are 6…
13 challenges for today’s technology leaders
It’s not always about funding, though that’s still a major challenge for the modern school technology leader. A recent forum held for chief technology officers (CTOs) covered a…
10 interactive math apps for K-12 students
