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BenQ Education Announces “Teach Your Way” Projector Program

January 26, 2024 by ESchool News Staff
COSTA MESA, Calif. — BenQ, an internationally renowned provider of visual display and collaboration solutions, today announced its new “Teach ... Read more
Teaching Trends

Promoting music education beyond the classroom

January 10, 2024 by Sam Bowman, Contributing Writer, eSchool News
Community partnerships and impactful programs extend the reach of music education well beyond the classroom walls.
At its core, music is about self-expression and creativity. Music education also gives students a chance to reflect on their inner thoughts and helps struggling children build their…
Newsline

Lightspeed Launches Networked Instructional Audio Platform, Cascadia, Enabling Teacher-Centric Communication for School Success and Safety

January 9, 2024 by ESchool News Staff
TUALATIN, Ore./PRNewswire-PRWeb/ —  Lightspeed, the leading provider of instructional audio solutions that create equal access to learning, announces the launch ... Read more
Newsline

ESSER Funds help bring ClassVR to Schools in the Saint Louis Public Schools District

December 22, 2023 by ESchool News Staff
Chicago — Several schools in the Saint Louis Public Schools (SLPS) district have signed on to bring the immersive power ... Read more
School Library Innovations

Beyond simple search: The benefits of topic browsing in library databases

December 20, 2023 by Tammy Ross, MA, MLIS, Senior Product Marketing Manager, EBSCO Information Services
Laying the foundation for lifelong learning by building essential research skills begins in library databases and extends beyond the classroom
Library databases, packed with rich and reliable content, are more than simply resources for students to reference when a research paper is due. They are also valuable teaching…
AI in Education

Everything you need to know about AI in education

December 11, 2023 by ESchool News Staff
As technology evolves, education must evolve alongside it, especially when students rely on edtech and now AI in education.
Since its launch in November 2022, ChatGPT and AI in education have dominated conversations in the media landscape and within the industry. A key conversation focuses on weighing…
IT Innovations

Solving the IT staffing challenge in K-12 education

December 12, 2023December 11, 2023 by Al Kingsley, CEO, NetSupport
The lack of IT talent is a problem for all organizations, but IT staffing challenges place an especially large burden on K-12 school systems.
Even in the best of times, K-12 school districts often have a tough time recruiting and retaining IT employees, as it can be hard for budget-conscious districts to…
Digital Learning Tools

9 ways collaborative learning benefits teachers and students

January 4, 2024December 4, 2023 by Dipal H Kapadia, Ed.D., Director of Information & Educational Technology, Lehigh Career & Technical Institute
While technologies can feel like a hurdle at times, there is also much that can be gained by leveraging collaborative learning.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been around for many years, but the introduction of ChatGPT in November 2022 has generated many discussions of how this technology can impact education…
STEM & STEAM Trends

Here’s why STEM Career Days are a great idea

November 29, 2023November 17, 2023 by Brian Consiglio, University of Missouri News and Information Team
High school students who attended STEM Career Days were far more likely to pursue STEM-related careers than those who did not participate.
When colleges host ‘STEM Career Days,’ the students who attend are far more likely to pursue a career in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) related field.
AI in Education

How meta creativity prepares students for the future

December 11, 2023November 16, 2023 by Brian Lamb, CEO, Swivl
We must evolve our definitions of creativity to higher orders to stay relevant, including successfully using AI in and out of the classroom.
Nearly 40 percent of teachers expect to use AI in their classrooms by the end of the 2023-2024 academic year. This use of AI at school will impact…
Teaching Trends

Purposeful play helps kids learn–here’s how to integrate it

October 27, 2023 by Laura Ascione
Many teachers feel they can’t easily incorporate purposeful play into the classroom--but doing so is surprisingly easy
A new survey of K-8 teachers and students from LEGO Education found that nearly all (98 percent) of students say purposeful play helps them learn and the majority…
STEM & STEAM Trends

3 best practices to create a STEM-focused school

October 23, 2023 by Ashish Vadalia, STEM Program Manager, Chesapeake Lighthouse Foundation
An educator shares tips and strategies to create a STEM-focused school to help students build STEM skills for career and life.
The benefits of STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) education are numerous, and one would be hard-pressed to find a school district that doesn’t have a project, initiative,…

The Benefits of Consolidating School Building Systems

November 15, 2023October 13, 2023 by Jeff Festa
  Managing any building is complex, and when it’s a school, reliable performance is essential for supporting classroom focus, as ... Read more
Teacher Professional Development

Empowering educators through holistic teacher PD

October 4, 2023 by Jessica Petersen General Manager, Professional Development Services, Catapult Learning
Balancing teacher workload and maximizing the outcomes of teacher PD requires a thoughtful and holistic approach to teacher PD.
As leaders, it’s imperative we remain focused on providing educators what they need to succeed as the education landscape continues to evolve. To truly excel in this dynamic…

Six Key Benefits of Modernizing K-12 Business Processes

January 10, 2024September 25, 2023 by Jeff Festa
With billions of dollars in ESSER funding that must be spent before September 30, 2024, school districts have a unique ... Read more
Literacy

4 big benefits of professional development for adolescent reading instruction

August 21, 2023 by Katie Leonard, Acting Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction, Hartford Public Schools
With the help of a professional development platform, teachers understand the need for structured literacy for adolescent reading instruction.
The mission of our English Language Arts Department is for staff, families, and community members to work in partnership to ensure that all students have adequate and equitable…
Teaching Trends

55 back-to-school tips and insights for a great year

August 29, 2023August 16, 2023 by Laura Ascione
It's that time of year--here's some expert advice to make your back-to-school efforts successful and impactful.
It's back-to-school season across the country, and while this is met with mixed emotions, like it or not, classroom doors are open and welcoming students. Here are some…
Literacy

Books, ebooks, and audiobooks, oh my!

July 4, 2023 by Britten Follett
The discussion around audiobooks, books, and ebooks should focus on providing equitable access to all formats for all students.
Despite my affinity for audiobooks, looking at the book industry sales figures, it is clear print is still king. I agree, there’s nothing like turning the page of…
District Management

Your top 5 school-home communication challenges, solved

July 28, 2023June 28, 2023 by Brooke Allen, Director of Communications, Crown Point Indiana Community School Corporation
A unified school-home communications platform gives educators and families choice and control over their communication preferences.
Implementing a unified communication solution focused on family engagement provides school districts with multiple benefits. An intuitive, easy-to-use program can standardize communication between school and home, for example,…
AI in Education

ChatGPT is the shakeup education needs

December 8, 2023June 2, 2023 by Joshua Sine, VP of Higher Education Strategy, Qualtrics
As technology evolves, industries must evolve alongside it, and education is no exception, even when it comes to ChatGPT.
Since its launch in November 2022, ChatGPT has dominated conversations in the media landscape and within the education industry. A key conversation focuses on weighing its benefits versus…
Newsline

Breezeline Promotes Online Safety Awareness

May 24, 2023 by ESchool News Staff
QUINCY, Mass. (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Breezeline, the nation’s eighth-largest cable operator, has partnered with CyberSecurity NonProfit (CSNP) to create a series ... Read more
Literacy

5 long-term benefits of our online literacy programs

August 8, 2023May 19, 2023 by Jennifer O'Sullivan, Lead Coach & Literacy Coordinator, Enrico Tonti Elementary School
Our district's online literacy programs differentiate instruction for students, identify learning gaps and focusing on individual needs
When we started using a new literacy program 10 years ago, our reading scores were mediocre. Within a few years we had moved up to being a Level…
Academic Esports

4 tips for creating an elementary esports program

May 15, 2023 by Dr. Christina Counts, Vice President of Education, MiEN Company
An elementary esports program that meets learners’ needs should include considerations for learning space design and quality furnishings.
Scholastic esports is rapidly growing, and many schools are starting to incorporate esports programs into their curriculum. The benefits of esports make a compelling case for creating a…
Classroom Management

Instructional audio can boost confidence in the classroom

May 4, 2023 by Stephanie Meyer, Audiologist, Rio Rancho Public Schools
An audiologist makes the case for outfitting every classroom with instructional audio--the benefits are clear for student populations.
Ask me what technology I’d most like to see implemented in every single K–12 classroom and I’d say instructional audio. As a long-time audiologist, I’m admittedly biased. But…
Digital Learning Tools

Take a peek inside this teacher’s Escape Room learning challenges

May 1, 2023 by Laura Ascione
A high school educator's interactive Hunger Games-themed escape rooms require students to complete gaming-style learning challenges to unlock the next activity
Escape rooms are engaging for people of all ages—they require durable skills such as creativity, critical thinking, determination, and the ability to work in groups to solve challenges.

How co-teaching supports students and teachers

May 17, 2023March 24, 2023 by Jeff Festa
Today, schools recognize the social benefits of students learning together, even when their needs differ. Co-teaching works to ensure students ... Read more
Newsline

Equity and Access at the Core of Learning Without Tears’ Breakthrough Literacy Program, Phonics, Reading, and Me™

March 20, 2023 by ESchool News Staff
Cabin John MD – Early learning leader, Learning Without Tears, today affirmed that equity and access are at the core ... Read more
Digital Learning Tools

6 benefits of immersive learning with the metaverse

March 23, 2023March 14, 2023 by Content provided by ViewSonic
The metaverse helps students can enjoy more engaging lessons and greater autonomy--and also offers immersive learning and accessibility.
The metaverse is a tool that blends experiences typically associated with either the virtual or physical worlds. It can deliver greater immersive learning for students while also creating…
Classroom Management

5 ways to manage students’ screen time

March 2, 2023 by Sara Vocovnik, Contributing Writer, eSchool News
Tech tools and learning devices can be a valuable asset for educators, but it's important to be mindful of students' screen time.
Modern technological advancements can make education noticeably more exciting and entertaining, but accompanied by all its benefits, uncontrolled use of technology in schools can divert students’ attention to…

Strengthening Security & Compliance through Cyber Resilience

May 17, 2023February 23, 2023 by Jeff Festa
Achieving compliance with industry standards and regulations is an ongoing journey for organizations of all sizes. But the path always ... Read more
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National Report Reveals Rapid and Discreet Wearable Panic Buttons Directly Impact Staff Well-Being and Job Satisfaction, and Students’ Perceptions of Safety

February 9, 2023 by ESchool News Staff
ATLANTA/PRNewswire/ —  CENTEGIX, the leader in incident response solutions, today released its biannual report highlighting the impact of safety tools ... Read more
SEL & Well-Being

SEL is an educator essential

January 25, 2023 by Dr. Marissa Prather, Director of STEM and Fine Arts, Douglas County Schools
Schools are turning to SEL as one way to help students develop critical skills for academic and social success
Social-emotional learning (SEL) is an approach to learning that focuses on the social and emotional skills necessary for students to succeed in school and life. SEL is not…
College and Career Readiness

AVID has huge benefits for high school students

January 12, 2023 by Enrique Rivero, Senior Media Relations Officer, UCLA Health Sciences Media Relations
The AVID college prep program leads to lower substance use, better health behaviors among high school students, UCLA-led research suggests
New UCLA-led research finds that a college preparatory program for youth experiencing educational inequities that operates in about 13% of U.S public high schools has a positive effect…
District Management

5 ways video improves school-home communication

January 9, 2023 by Leslie Ortego, Director of Customer Success, SchoolStatus
Here are some tips and strategies for using video to increase parent engagement and school-home communication success.
Increasingly, district leaders are incorporating video into school-home communication. Many districts that tried video options out of necessity during the pandemic are seeing the benefits that video can…
Academic Esports

6 tips to help start an elementary esports program in your school

December 29, 2022 by Mary Phillips, Elementary STEM Teacher, North Shore Elementary
Conversations around esports have centered on collegiate and secondary levels, but recently, the conversation has expanded to include elementary esports too
The benefits of esports are well documented. A significant body of research has found that students who participate in scholastic esports programs benefit from increased emotional regulation, academic…
Online & Hybrid Learning

5 components of a great hybrid learning program

January 4, 2024December 19, 2022 by Kaley Zuniga, Live Teacher and Content Coach, Stride Inc.
Communication and creativity are key when it comes to establishing a warm and welcoming hybrid learning classroom.
Over the past year and a half, “hybrid learning” has become quite the buzzword when it comes to education. With the COVID-19 pandemic impacting learners across the world,…
Newsline

Best School District in El Paso, Texas Partners With BibliU to Secure Universal Learning Benefits for Dual-Credit Students

November 3, 2022 by ESchool News Staff
NEW YORK and LONDON – BibliU, the EdTech innovator democratizing content accessibility, announced today that the Ysleta Independent School District ... Read more
Teaching Trends

Your classrooms might need digital assistants

December 5, 2022November 3, 2022 by Laura Ascione
Digital assistants are giving teachers another unique way to engage students, help them learn, and increase productivity.
AI has untapped potential in classrooms, from preschool through higher education. Digital assistants can transform how educators teach, giving them the freedom to teach from anywhere in the…
Edtech Trends

Digital assistants are transforming classrooms

December 5, 2022October 13, 2022 by Laura Ascione
Digital assistants are giving teachers another unique way to engage students, help them learn, and increase productivity.
When digital assistants are used in classrooms, the outcomes can be overwhelmingly beneficial. AI has untapped potential in classrooms, from preschool through higher education.

A Community within a Community: How and why schools should start eSports programs

December 16, 2022September 26, 2022 by Jeff Festa
While most teachers and educators are aware of the eSports phenomenon and its ever-expanding popularity, many remain unfamiliar with all ... Read more
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