Catch up on the most compelling K-12 news stories you may have missed this week
Each Friday, I’ll be bringing you a recap of some of the most interesting and thought-provoking news developments that occurred over the week.
I can’t fit all of our news stories here, though, so feel free to visit eSchoolNews.com and read up on other news you may have missed.
In this week’s news:
10 steps for making your online courses accessible for all students
Incorporating Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in online courses not only benefits students with disabilities, but can have significant benefits for all students, ultimately increasing retention and improving learning outcomes.
New Va. high school to focus big on coding
A group of 13 Richmond-area school systems have banded together to start a new regional high school that will allow students to meet their core requirements while getting an education focused on computer science.
Top 5 IT and technology trends for 2016
Chief technology officers and IT professionals in the K-12 field have a lot on their collective plates these days, what with the continued proliferation of technology in their schools, new governmental programs and compliance requirements, and the push to effectively integrate their technology in the classroom. Here are five key trends that CTOs will be watching and reacting to in 2016.
Creating flipped video in 60 seconds
Time strapped teachers need support—we all know this. Now there is a quick and easy way to create even more flexible video tutorials for your blended or flipped learning classes. The tutorials can then be watched over and over. Best of all, this solution uses PowerPoint, which many teachers are already comfortable with.
- How a free library program helped a Bosnian immigrant finish high school (and college) - October 7, 2024
- AI’s transformative role in accessibility - October 3, 2024
- Is your state one of WalletHub’s best states for teachers? - September 30, 2024
