HP’s Sprout Pro offers immersive learning
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Changes for MinecraftEDU, studies on PD and observations, plus creativity tools for the classroom
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…
K-12 science teachers in dire need of PD
K-12 science teachers are often left to deal with a lack of coherent and sustained professional learning opportunities that researchers say are needed to support science teachers inside…
Acer introduces ‘game-changing’ TravelMate notebook
Acer on Jan. 20 announced its new TravelMate B117 notebook, tailor-made for the education market and powered by Windows 10 Pro. The notebook supports the Acer TeachSmart solution,…
N.C. deploys new parent-school feedback tool throughout state
The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) has partnered with K12 Insight on a statewide implementation of the company's cloud-based Let's Talk! communications solution. The department is…
Lenovo, Google launch Project Tango device
At the 2016 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Lenovo announced the development of the first consumer mobile device with Project Tango in collaboration with Google. Available in summer 2016,…
Classroom observations may hurt teachers more than they help, study says
Teachers might be at a disadvantage during classroom observation of their instructional practice, which is one of the most widely-used tools for high-stakes job performance evaluations. Research from…
SMART, Samsung offer a boost for collaboration
SMART Technologies, Inc. and Samsung Electronics America, Inc. have joined forces to help students attain the 21st-century communication and collaboration skills they need to succeed in the world.…
Report: The major problems with U.S. professional development
Two new reports reveal that in many top education systems, teacher professional development is built into their daily work as a means for school improvement and teacher quality.…
Vernier hosting 34 data-collection workshops
Starting in February, Vernier Software & Technology will host 34 free, hands-on workshops to help science and STEM educators learn how to use and integrate the latest data-collection…
New platform assesses students with cognitive disabilities
Breakthrough Technologies and the National Center and State Collaborative (NCSC) have partnered on and completed development of an online delivery platform for a new assessment program for students…
zSpace launches virtual reality teaching tools
Shuttle Computer Group and zSpace have teamed up to create a desktop virtual reality solution used in K-12 schools and universities. Their intent is to create a union…
Boosting access, risk-taking, and engagement
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…
OverDrive lists the 5 most read digital novel sets in schools
eBooks and digital audiobooks have become a vital component to promote reading and support literacy goals in nearly 13,000 schools and districts in 50 countries. Educators are increasing…
Educational gaming expands in Florida district
DimensionU, Inc.'s educational gaming platform for math and literacy is expanding across 40 elementary and middle school after care sites in Florida's Broward County. The DimensionU expansion kicked…
Hawaii partners on statewide STEM, energy curriculum
The Hawaii State Department of Education (HIDOE) is moving to further support Ka Hei, its statewide strategic program kicked off in 2014 that educates students about sustainable energy…
The next top scientist could win $25,000
Discovery Education and 3M have opened the annual Discovery Education 3M Young Scientist Challenge, a national science competition for students in grades 5-8. Through the program, young inventors…
State of the Union: ESSA an ‘important start’
Education spent a few brief moments in the spotlight during President Obama's final State of the Union address on Jan. 12. Obama touched on computer science and math…
Ohio districts implement safety measures
Making schools a safer place for students and teachers is a reality for Ohio as 29 more districts across the state are automating safety and compliance tasks and…
South Carolina adopts science video service
Students in South Carolina will soon have access to short Twig Science and Tigtag science videos through a new statewide partnership. The South Carolina State Board of Education…
7th grade scholarships for MOOC completion
Outstanding 7th grade students from families with financial need can earn special consideration for a Jack Kent Cooke Foundation scholarship if they complete a free college class offered…
Top 4 must-haves for online, blended learning
The most important attribute of a successful online or blended learning program is a “rigorous and engaging curriculum,” according to 91 percent of participants in a recent study.…
LEGO’s WeDo 2.0 teaches science, coding
LEGO Education has launched LEGO Education WeDo 2.0, a hands-on science solution designed for elementary classrooms using a robot-based learning system. The solution combines the LEGO brick, classroom-friendly…
Marketplace aims to revolutionize K-12 purchasing
Marketplace will offer a suite of tools to help educators make informed buying decisions Noodle Markets, a new provider of ... Read more
What’s up next for ed-tech news in 2016?
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…
Utah’s early literacy program works–here’s why
A statewide kindergarten readiness initiative in Utah is helping children develop early literacy skills before they enter kindergarten, and is doing so at a higher rate than among…
5 goals, 5 barriers of digital curriculum
School district leaders' top objective in transitioning to a digital curriculum is to achieve greater instructor effectiveness, according to a survey from The Learning Counsel. The second annual…
Teachers want larger role in ed-tech decisions
More teachers want to play an increased role in ed-tech decision-making, according to a survey of more than 4,300 teachers by TES Global in partnership with the Jefferson…
Showbie launches realtime parent updates
Classroom workflow app Showbie is now creating accounts specifically for parents to login and view their child’s progress. The new ... Read more
Survey: Teachers could improve their content knowledge
High school teachers may not be getting sufficient opportunities and training to learn the very subjects they are teaching--and students are taking notice--according to new findings from YouthTruth…
Tapping into UDL for online courses
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…
Digital rights group alleges Google invades student privacy
Google is being accused of invading the privacy of students using laptop computers powered by the internet company's Chrome operating system. The Electronic Frontier Foundation, a digital rights…
U.S. graduation rate hits 82 percent
U.S. students are graduating from high school at a higher rate than ever before, according to data released today by the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for…
New Va. high school to focus big on coding
That's the consensus of a growing number of educators who say how and what students are taught must change in order to better prepare them for a rapidly…
Future Ready update adds new resources and PD for leaders
Future Ready overhaul coincides with the new national ed-tech plan Last Thursday, The United States Department of Education held an ... Read more
Resource Library:
The Complete Guide to Computer Science Education for Elementary Classrooms
Introducing computer science at the elementary level gives young learners a strong foundation for the future. By learning tech skills early, students are set up for success in school and…
Take measure of your mathematics practices
DNA Mathematics professional development empowers educators to master the mathematics being taught in classrooms. To exemplify the benefits of DNA Mathematics, download our FREE white paper now to learn a…
Enhance PreK-5 STEAM and CS Instruction with playful, screen-free robotics!
Research shows that young students learn STEAM and Computer Science best with hands-on, playful experiences. Meet KIBO, the screen-free robot, where students problem solve, engineer, collaborate, and develop their computational…