Why some teachers are choosing compensation over open source for lesson plans
8 apps and tools for classroom SEL
School leaders say SEL is a priority, but they report varying levels of classroom implementation
15 OER tools for educators
As educators and students clamor for relevant and engaging digital content, many are turning to open educational resources (OER)--educational materials that are free to use under a special…
July: 4 education grants you don’t want to miss
From STEM learning to financial literacy, learn more about these new July grants.
5 anti-bully apps you should know about
No matter what generation you grew up in it’s evident bullying always played a role in the educational system. In movies it’s usually the stereotypical character going for…
6 questions to ask about data
If educators and students want to harness data in support of instruction, here are six key questions they should ask.
Where have all the summer reading assignments gone?
Summer: a time in a child’s life where they are no longer bound by societal rules to attend school nor do anything school related. To do so would…
How can an app lead to cyberbullying?
Can’t remember the name of that great restaurant you went to last night? How many miles it is the moon? Type any question into a search engine today…
5 gaming dynamics that truly engage students
Gaming. It’s more than a buzzword in today’s schools, but it still sometimes carries a stigma--is gaming really an effective way for students to learn? The answer, according…
5 ways to teach kids about the Declaration of Independence
Having sizzling burgers during the day and watching a lit up sky at night seem to be hallmarks of celebrating the Fourth of July. But if that’s all…
What’s APPening: 100 apps for education
There really IS an app for that, whatever "that" may be. Need help taking notes or staying organized? Do you want an on-demand guide to coding and computer…
5 critical iPad mistakes to avoid
Tablets, including iPads, are all the rage in today's classrooms. But how many iPad initiatives fail due to common mistakes that could be avoided with proper planning? During…
4 apps for astronomy, grading, videos, and more
Each week, we feature a new App of the Week on our website and in our newsletters. These apps are for students or educators and offer a range…
5 TED Talks to support innovation
Every educator needs some inspiration now and then, and these days, such inspiration can be found online in just a few seconds. The internet brings inspiring and motivational…
The 3 biggest parts of digital citizenship
Today’s students are part of a global school. Many take courses online with classmates from all over the country, and often, the world. A growing and essential aspect…
How an iPad can transform music classes
It’s no surprise that many teachers and superintendents view music as vital for a holistic learning experience. According to a study by McMaster University, students who took one…
4 apps for social studies, dinosaurs, and organization
Each week, we feature a new App of the Week on our website and in our newsletters. These apps are for students or educators and offer a range…
One-to-one: Student-led, student-centered
Surprise, surprise! Decisions imposed on people suddenly, with no time to get used to the idea or prepare for the consequences, are generally resisted. It’s always easier to…
7 engaging video sites for teachers and students
Students have different learning styles, and teachers strive to individualize instruction whenever possible. But videos often appeal to students of all learning styles when they are engaging, informative,…
15 innovative Twitter accounts you should follow
Social media is fast becoming a great way for innovative educators to build professional learning networks, stay in touch, trade best practices, and more. Twitter is perhaps one…
50 top books for teachers
Every teacher will tell you that it's one thing to learn about classroom instruction in a teacher preparation program. It's quite another to be in charge of a…
6 ways to make digital content universally accessible
As school districts move toward a digital transition and attempt to create content repositories, ensuring that the digital content is accessible for students of all abilities is especially…
9 special needs apps for students and teachers
Technology is nearly ubiquitous in today's classrooms, and special education teachers have found that mobile devices and apps can help special needs students develop and strengthen a number…
June: 4 education grants you don’t want to miss
School funding difficulties show no sign of abating, and school budgets are stretched to the limit. Many educators and administrators rely on school grants to fund important projects…
9 secrets of innovative schools
Today's schools, educators, and district leaders strive to give students the best education possible. Doing that means being innovative. But in today's world of ever-changing technology tools, assessments,…
7 steps in a mobile learning rollout
Successful mobile learning initiatives are more and more prevalent in districts across the nation. And while the same initiative won't necessarily work for two different districts, mobile learning…
Three Ways Digital Badges are Used in Education
As children, our accomplishments were recognized with trophies, plaques, a pat on the back or cloth badges sewn on to a Girl Scout or Boy Scout sash. In…
5 resources to help principals excel
School principals juggle a multitude of responsibilities each day, as they attempt to balance building-level tasks with administrative and district-level duties. Now, school leaders have access to a…
Top state-by-state Twitter chats
Social media has unlimited uses in education, from helping students connect and collaborate to offering educators a place to share ideas, solve problems, and identify promising practices. Twitter…
3 must-knows about teachers and copyright
Schools and districts are increasingly urging teachers to use digital content for instruction, with many teachers taking innovative steps by creating their own digital content; but when it…
6 inspiring TED Talks
Every educator needs some inspiration now and then, and these days, such inspiration can be found online in just a few seconds. The internet brings inspiring and motivational…
30 apps for educators and students
By now, apps have cemented their place as valuable resources for students, teachers, and administrators. But these apps go deeper, helping educators transform teaching and learning while promoting…
8 examples of how gaming is changing education
Once accompanied by a stigma, educational gaming has gained even more momentum over the past year. Across the nation, teachers are recognizing that engaging and immersive educational games…
New: 11 of the best iOS and Android apps
Apps are some of the most popular tools in education, and with good reason--they're easily accessible on mobile devices and can provide quick and targeted help. Understanding how,…
Past Google’s first page: Gauging students’ global search skills
“Did he seriously just ask that? How old is this guy?” Well yes, I recently seriously just asked a group of students if they knew how to use…
5 digital learning trends in museums
Museums are a popular field trip destination, but as learning becomes more digital, more and more museums are offering digital learning programs designed to engage students and give…
Four mobile deployment tips from CTOs
Mobile learning is on the rise, and school leaders recognize that mobile initiatives, when implemented correctly, give students a distinct advantage as they enter college and the workforce.…
Minecraft’s potential in today’s classrooms
Gaming is gaining more and more momentum in education, and one of the most popular games today is Minecraft, which educators are using in innovative ways in classrooms…
7 big problems–and solutions–in education
Education has 99 problems, but the desire to solve those problems isn't one. But because we can't cover 99 problems in one story, we'll focus on seven, which…
Problem solving skills: The value added by maker spaces
Great problem solvers share a number of key characteristics—and here are 10 in particular.
Being assessment ready–now
