Podcast Series: Innovations in Education

Explore the full series of eSchool News podcasts hosted by Kevin Hogan—created to keep you on the cutting edge of innovations in education.

Palmdale School District’s Technological Transformation: Equity, Innovation, and Literacy

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Palmdale School District's Technological Transformation: Equity, Innovation, and Literacy
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Palmdale School District Superintendent Dr. Raúl Maldonado discusses the district’s “Palmdale Promise” initiative, focusing on technological equity and early literacy. By investing $7 million in technology and implementing the bilingual “Footsteps to Brilliance” program, the district aims to provide equal educational opportunities for its diverse student population, including one-third English learners. The program offers free access to digital reading resources, engaging families and supporting language learning across the community.

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How AI Will Change Personalized Learning

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How AI Will Change Personalized Learning
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Keisha Ray and Susan Gentz, co-founders of k20 connects, tackle two of the most popular, but sometimes confusing, topics in the world of education and technology.…Read More

The State of STEM in 2024

Many tech tools can help educators address the impact trauma has on their students
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The State of STEM in 2024
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Everyone has heard the acronym, but what does it mean in the day-to-day classroom?

Patrick Brown, Executive Director of STEM and Career and Technical Education in Saint Charles County, Missouri, oversees STEM and technical programs for approximately 18,000 students. His role involves developing integrated STEM courses, emphasizing critical thinking and real-world problem-solving. What does that mean? Click through to hear details on how to reset and enhance your STEM-based strategies.…Read More

eSports—More Than Just Fun and Games

eSports—More Than Just Fun and Games
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eSports—More Than Just Fun and Games
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What does eSports phenomenon mean for the broader educational landscape? Schools that embrace eSports are starting to see changes in student engagement and participation. eSports can be a powerful tool for inclusion, offering students who might not excel in traditional sports or academics a chance to shine. It’s also a way to bring a sense of community and school spirit into the classroom. Listen for details.…Read More

Best of ISTE 2024

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Best of ISTE 2024
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This episode we look back on one of the biggest events in the edtech calendar—ISTE 2024, which took place in Denver, Colorado. We’ll explore some of the standout moments, groundbreaking innovations, and key takeaways from this year’s conference. As always, ISTE 2024 was a whirlwind of inspiring sessions, cutting-edge technology, and incredible networking opportunities. From new product launches to thought-provoking keynotes, there was a lot to unpack.…Read More

Remote Possibilities: District leaders share best practices of online learning 

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Remote Possibilities: District leaders share best practices of online learning 
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In this episode of Innovations in Education, sponsored by Stride Professional Development, host Kevin Hogan delves into the complexities and potential of personalized learning with three education leaders—Susan Moore, Director of Technology, Meriden Public Schools in Connecticut, Misty Shea, Educational Technology Facilitator, Keller Independent School District in Texas, and Jeffrey Bradbury, Technology Education / Digital Media Teacher New Milford Public Schools in Connecticut. …Read More

Future Schools—The Power of Connection

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Future Schools—The Power of Connection
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Watch now to hear eSchool News and the experts from Verizon explore the current state and future possibilities for technology-driven education.  

Takeaways will include:…Read More

Dyslexia and Instructional Equity: A Conversation for School Administrators

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Dyslexia and Instructional Equity: A Conversation for School Administrators
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Listen to highlights of a conversation with literacy experts Dr. David Hurford Executive Director at the Center for Research, Evaluation and Awareness of Dyslexia and Octavia Gray-Essex, Senior Education Advisor at Lexia, as they explore schools’ systemic challenges that include an outmoded understanding of dyslexia and lack of alignment with evidence-based instructional strategies.  …Read More

Empowering Students: The Impact of Personalized Learning Techniques on Academic Success

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Empowering Students: The Impact of Personalized Learning Techniques on Academic Success
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In this episode of Innovations in Education, sponsored by Stride Tutoring, host Kevin Hogan delves into the complexities and potential of personalized learning with two education leaders—Dr. Matt Callison from South Fayette Township School District in Pennsylvania and Superintendent Diego Ochoa from San Mateo Foster City School District in California. …Read More

Navigating the Evolving Landscape of Cybersecurity in Education

What does blended learning mean in post-pandemic classrooms?
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Navigating the Evolving Landscape of Cybersecurity in Education
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In this episode of Innovations in Education, we do a deep dive into the ongoing battle against cyber threats. We explore the intersection of technology and human behavior, where the real battleground lies in preempting threats before they breach the network. Rivka underscores the importance of leveraging advanced technologies like machine learning and threat intelligence to stay one step ahead of adversaries. Yet, amidst the buzz of AI and cutting-edge defenses, she reminds us of the foundational importance of sound data management and collaborative efforts across departments.…Read More

Digital Equity Means More Than Access

What does blended learning mean in post-pandemic classrooms?
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Digital Equity Means More Than Access
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John Calvello represents TPR Education, including The Princeton Review and tutor.com. They aim to highlight their services for all students and districts, emphasizing equity and support structures. John discusses the evolution of remote tutoring, especially its impact on underserved communities. He also addresses the changing landscape of test preparation, focusing on digital SAT and training teachers. Additionally, John outlines two key focuses for the event: high-dosage tutoring and integrating AI into their services for faster and more insightful support.…Read More

Analytics in Action

Innovations in Education: Analytics in Action
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Analytics in Action
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This special episode of Innovations in Education highlights details from the recent webinar Analytics in Action: Innovative Approaches to Attract, Engage, Grow and Retain Top Talent. Panelists Kevin Agnello, Product Manager, Human Capital Analytics – Frontline Education and Keegan Bassett, Director of Human Resources – Queen Creek Unified School District (AZ) share insights on using analytics unique to their district to optimize recruitment processes, enhance employee engagement, and implement analytics to identify and nurture the best candidates.…Read More

How to Create a Culture-Conscious Campus

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How to Create a Culture-Conscious Campus
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The Culture Conscious Campuses Model which has been approved by the Texas Education Agency commissioner as a research-based instructional model with proven results in increasing academic success for African American students as well as students from low socio-economic backgrounds, regardless of their race or ethnicity. Host Kevin Hogan talks to the author.…Read More

What were the most-read stories of 2023?

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What were the most-read stories of 2023?
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It wasn’t all about AI in K-12 in 2023! SEL, equity, and more were top news. In this special episode of Innovations in Education, editors Laura Ascione and Kevin Hogan go through the list of the most-read stories from 2023 and identify the best insights for our readers.…Read More

What does blended learning mean in post-pandemic classrooms?

What does blended learning mean in post-pandemic classrooms?
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What does blended learning mean in post-pandemic classrooms?
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Avantis Education, the leading provider of VR and AR content and hardware for K-12 schools, has released a new white paper: “Building Back Stronger: New Thinking and Technologies Reshaping Education” which delves into the myriad ways K-12 schools are embracing different methodologies and cutting-edge technologies to support students following a period of declining academic success.…Read More

Unlocking middle school potential: Exploring career education and soft skills 

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Unlocking middle school potential: Exploring career education and soft skills 
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This episode of Innovations in Education, hosted by Kevin Hogan, is sponsored by McGraw Hill.…Read More

The future of game-based learning

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The future of game-based learning
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Game-based learning holds great potential for student engagement in the classroom–where is it headed?

Kevin Hogan sits down for a conversation with Ki Karou, Senior Director of Product, Content for MIND Research Institute, on the evolving landscape of education, gamification, and technology integration.…Read More

Improving literacy through engagement

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Improving literacy through engagement
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When educators use edtech tools properly, student achievement and engagement can reap the benefits

In this episode of Innovations in Education, Madeleine Mortimore, Global Education Innovation and Research Lead for Logitech details how classroom technologies, if used properly, can increase engagement and ultimately test scores.…Read More

Personalized Learning Gets Real

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Personalized Learning Gets Real
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Liz Collins, Senior Product Manager at Gale, part of Cengage Group, discusses the post-pandemic techniques districts are integrating to create better individual experiences for students.…Read More

The Future of Canvas

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The Future of Canvas
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Instructure’s senior leadership discusses the course of one of the world’s leading open-source learning management systems.

On this special edition of Innovations of Education, host Kevin Hogan sits with CEO Steve Daly, CPO Shiren Vijiasingam, and Vice President of Global Strategy Ryan Lufkin to lay out post-pandemic strategies for the company.…Read More

The new rules for library research

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The new rules for library research
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In this episode of Innovations in Education, Wilson Tsu, founder of PowerNotes, talks about how AI is being baked into his and other platforms to transform the ways students perform research—and how the rise of AI has re-invented the role of libraries and librarians.…Read More

Esports grows up

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Esports grows up
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This month’s episode of Innovations in Education features James O’Hagan, Vice President of Education Innovation at LeagueSpot.…Read More

Why SEL is the foundation of Future Schools

Esports continues to grow as an integral part of any school’s overall education experience--here are esports strategies educators can use.
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Why SEL is the foundation of Future Schools
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One of many post-pandemic truths exposed and emphasized is that learning outcomes suffer without proper student mental health measures. …Read More

The state of play in STEM education

Student mental health is under the microscope--here's why SEL is critical for schools and districts
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The state of play in STEM education
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STEM education might seem a bit overwhelming, but if teachers can move past their initial hesitation, they’re likely to find more than a couple ways to highlight STEM each day.…Read More

Robotics plays a key role in early STEM education

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Robotics plays a key role in early STEM education
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While many think of high school students engaged in mechanical engineering or robotics competitions when they hear the word “robotics,” the subject naturally lends itself to learners of all ages—including very young students.…Read More

How to deal with the STEM situation

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How to deal with the STEM situation
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In this episode of Innovations in Education, hosted by Kevin Hogan:…Read More

What is the state of play in edtech?

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What is the state of play in edtech?
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In this episode of Innovations in Education, hosted by Kevin Hogan:…Read More

Why student and teacher wellness comes first

Creating a school culture that supports the mental health and overall well-being of students and teachers is critical to school success
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Why student and teacher wellness comes first
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In this episode of Innovations in Education, hosted by Kevin Hogan:…Read More

Top Techniques for District Management

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Top Techniques for District Management
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In this episode of Innovations in Education, hosted by Kevin Hogan:…Read More

How to engage your students in order to build literacy

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How to engage your students in order to build literacy
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In this episode of Innovations in Education, hosted by Kevin Hogan:…Read More

How you can improve student performance with virtual tools

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How you can improve student performance with virtual tools
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In this episode of Innovations in Education, hosted by Kevin Hogan:…Read More

Post-pandemic progress with edtech

Post-pandemic progress with edtech
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Post-pandemic progress with edtech
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In this episode of Innovations in Education, hosted by Kevin Hogan:…Read More

New year with new edtech solutions

New year with new edtech solutions
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New year with new edtech solutions
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New strategies and solutions for schools

Whether it's in the classroom or across the district, tech is helping educators connect with students, parents, and stakeholders
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New strategies and solutions for schools
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In this episode of Innovations in Education, sponsored by Promethean and Merlyn Mind and hosted by Kevin Hogan:…Read More

Online solutions to new post-pandemic realities

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Online solutions to new post-pandemic realities
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In this episode of Innovations in Education, hosted by Kevin Hogan:…Read More

Systems check

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Systems check
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Are your education systems up to snuff? Take stock of the latest developments.

In this episode of Innovations in Education, hosted by Kevin Hogan:…Read More

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