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Innovation Insights

Finding the Middle Ground

May 27, 2025May 27, 2025 by Kevin Hogan
Nancy Frey and Doug Fisher know their way around an education acronym. Both professors at San Diego State University and ... Read more
Virtual Field Trips

7 new and engaging virtual field trips

May 9, 2025 by Laura Ascione
Virtual field trips offer an excellent alternative to in-person trips, making for an inclusive and engaging experience.
Virtual field trips have emerged as an engaging resource, offering students immersive experiences and allowing them to explore global landmarks, museums, and natural wonders without leaving their classrooms.​
Coding and Robotics

How to teach K-12 coding without computers

April 23, 2025 by Laura Ascione
Beyond individual lessons, it’s important to build a K-12 coding culture that encourages problem-solving and critical thinking.
Teaching K-12 coding without computers may seem like a daunting task, but it can be a powerful way to introduce students to the fundamental concepts of computer science…
Innovation Insights

SMART Technologies Launches AI Assist in Lumio to Save Teachers Time

April 17, 2025 by Kevin Hogan
Lumio by SMART Technologies, a cloud-based learning platform that enhances engagement on student devices, recently announced a new feature for its ... Read more

NoRedInk and the National Writing Project Partner to Inspire the Next Generation of Writers in the Age of Gen AI

April 9, 2025 by ESchool News Staff
SAN FRANCISCO – NoRedInk, the comprehensive online writing platform provider used in over 60% of U.S. school districts, has partnered ... Read more
Durable Skills

Report: The skills gap needs urgent attention

March 17, 2025 by ESchool News Staff
Demographic shifts, technological advances, and an unprepared workforce put economies at risk if the skills gap isn't closed.
Inefficient career transitions and related learning gaps are costing the U.S. economy $1.1 trillion annually--a staggering 5 percent of GDP, according to new research from Pearson. The report warns of a…
STEM & STEAM Trends

12 lesser-known K-12 STEM education resources

February 18, 2025 by Laura Ascione
STEM education is shaping the workforce and is equipping students with the tools to question, innovate, and lead in a rapidly-changing world.
As society becomes increasingly driven by and focused on innovation, the demand for critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity has grown significantly. Introducing STEM education at an early age…
STEM & STEAM Trends

Reaching peak engagement in K-12 science education

February 14, 2025 by Laura Ascione
Hands-on engagement and exploration in science classes builds students' curiosity, unlocks new possibilities, and sparks innovative solutions
More than half of science teachers believe the most important value of science education is how it contributes to students’ curiosity, critical thinking, and creativity, according to a…
Teaching Trends

Partnering for a global future: The Madrid connection

February 3, 2025February 3, 2025 by Marjorie B. Tiven, Global Cities, Inc.
Global competency and global learning are not correlated to other areas of academic performance and must be directly taught.
Picture this: a seventh-grader in Madrid is discussing how her class is developing an approach to water scarcity with peers in Mumbai, Buffalo, Buenos Aires, and Astana.
Durable Skills

5 ways educators can shrink the critical thinking gap

December 17, 2024 by Sarah McNeil, Thinking Maps
When we help students develop fundamental cognitive and metacognitive skills, learning becomes easier--and a lot more fun.
Achievement discrepancies among U.S. students remain persistent and troubling--despite decades of targeted interventions and whole-school improvement programs.
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Teachers: It’s time to make friends with AI

December 13, 2024 by Dan Sarofian-Butin, PhD, Merrimack College
A professor offers some strategies for using AI with students in innovative and thought-provoking ways in the classroom.
My first-year college students have a very narrow perspective of AI. “In high school,” wrote one student on an anonymous survey I give at the start of the…
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Common Sense Media, OpenAI launch free K-12 AI training course

December 11, 2024 by ESchool News Staff
“ChatGPT Foundations for K-12 Educators" helps teachers safely and effectively navigate AI, generative AI, and ChatGPT in the classroom.
In a nod to educators' desire to become more comfortable using AI in teaching and learning, Common Sense Media and OpenAI have launched "ChatGPT Foundations for K-12 Educators."
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Students using AI: It’s not that scary and shouldn’t be banned

December 5, 2024 by Timothy Montalvo, Iona University
Instead of resisting the inevitable, educators can help students use AI as a tool for learning, innovation, and ethical problem-solving
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming a cornerstone of modern technology, influencing industries from healthcare to entertainment. Yet, in the educational space, AI often stirs fear and skepticism…
Digital Learning Tools

Closing the digital use divide with active and engaging learning

December 2, 2024 by Laura Ascione
Students offered insight into how to use active learning, with digital resources and edtech tools, to boost their engagement.
When it comes to classroom edtech use, digital tools have a drastically different impact when they are used actively instead of passively--a critical difference examined in the 2023-2024…
STEM & STEAM Trends

7 reasons to ditch recipe-style science labs

November 22, 2024 by Lindsay Mosshammer, Frances Xavier Warde School
Engaging science labs that align with workforce-ready skills break down barriers to learning complex subjects.
Elementary science lessons often follow a rigid, textbook-driven approach, with students passively following predetermined procedures and observing expected outcomes.
AI in Education

How AI can unleash student curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking

November 12, 2024 by Jamie MacPherson, Van Andel Institute for Education
It’s vital to equip students with the tools they need to thrive in a new digital age and use AI to grow creativity and critical thinking.
Maybe it’s just me, but it feels as though AI is starting to take over the world. To be clear, I don’t mean this in an “evil robots”…
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CAE’s New Critical Thinking Resources Help Students Build and Practice their Higher-Order Skills

October 15, 2024 by ESchool News Staff
NEW YORK | Source: GlobeNewswire — The Council for Aid to Education, Inc. (CAE), a nonprofit developer of performance-based assessments that authentically measure ... Read more
Digital Literacy

Critical thinking in the digital age of AI: Information literacy is key

August 16, 2024 by Dr. Marc Owen Jones, Northwestern University in Qatar
With the birth of AI, disinformation has entered a new era, rendering it critical that students build strong information literacy skills.
From New York to Texas, the pro-Palestinian protests sweeping U.S. colleges have become a flashpoint for viral disinformation, from falsely attributed "Jewish genocide" chants to debunked claims of…
STEM & STEAM Trends

3 free STEAM education resources to nurture student curiosity

July 30, 2024 by Lisa Gray, Allegheny Valley School District
Engaging STEAM education resources and content in classroom is the first step to inspiring students to explore those career possibilities in the future.
According to the National Math and Science Initiative, STEM education helps students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, fosters communication, and bolsters teamwork.
Digital Learning Tools

5 ways to use technology for classroom creativity

July 16, 2024 by Macy Quinton, Elementary School Teacher
In learning environments that include opportunities for creative activities, students are resilient and confident due to classroom creativity.
Creativity is an essential skill for all students to have. Creative projects help students connect new information to prior knowledge through critical thinking and problem solving.
Live @ ISTE 2024

Putting the ‘E’ in integrative STEM instruction

June 26, 2024 by Laura Ascione
STEM learning essential, helping students develop skills such as critical thinking and problem solving–skills that will help them be successful ... Read more
Newsline

Savvas Learning Company CEO Bethlam Forsa Named Most Influential Thought Leader in EdTech

June 12, 2024 by ESchool News Staff
PARAMUS, NEW JERSEY — Savvas Learning Company, a next-generation K-12 learning solutions leader, is proud to announce that CEO Bethlam ... Read more
Digital Learning Tools

Next-gen learning: 5 digital tools to engage and inspire

June 12, 2024 by Jon Oosterman, Van Andel Institute for Education
Embracing digital tools and advancements can transform classrooms in dynamic and colorful ways, engaging students in their learning.
The world of education is always changing, and these days it’s changing faster than ever. It feels as though every week brings a new tool, practice, or learning…
Durable Skills

5 strategies to close the critical thinking gap

June 4, 2024 by Sarah McNeil, Thinking Maps
When we help students develop fundamental cognitive and metacognitive skills like critical thinking, learning becomes easier--and more fun.
Achievement discrepancies among U.S. students remain persistent and troubling--despite decades of targeted interventions and whole-school improvement programs.
Digital Literacy

5 news literacy resources for students

May 20, 2024 by Laura Ascione
As it becomes easier and easier to manipulate news images, videos, and information, students must develop strong news literacy skills.
News literacy skills are of paramount importance in today's world, and are especially key for students, who must be able to critically assess information sources and vet resources…
Classroom Learning

What are the Three Active Strategies?

April 5, 2024 by ESchool News
What are the Three Active Strategies? Active learning in K-12 engages students through dynamic participation, fostering collaboration.
What are the three active strategies?Let's explore how these strategies promote engagement, critical thinking, and deeper understanding among students, enhancing academic success.
Classroom Learning

What are Active Learning Teaching Strategies?

April 5, 2024 by ESchool News
What are Active Learning Teaching Strategies? They engage students, fostering critical thinking and application of knowledge.
Active learning teaching strategies in K-12 education encompass dynamic approaches that engage students in the classroom learning process, fostering deeper understanding and retention.
Classroom Learning

What are Active Study Strategies?

April 5, 2024 by ESchool News
What are Active Study Strategies? Active study strategies engage students in learning, promoting deeper understanding and retention.
Active study strategies are dynamic approaches that engage students in the classroom learning process, fostering deeper understanding and retention of material.
Classroom Learning

Active Learning Strategies for Students

April 5, 2024 by ESchool News
Active Learning Strategies for Students engage students through participation, collaboration, and critical thinking.
Active learning strategies engage students in the learning process, fostering deeper understanding and retention.
Teaching Trends

4 keys for unlocking student curiosity and critical thinking

March 19, 2024 by Ben Talsma
Often, modern teaching tools stifle students’ curiosity and critical thinking potential—but this doesn’t have to be the case.
As an educator, I have always been fascinated by my students’ innate curiosity. From an early age, they have an insatiable desire to learn.
Teaching Trends

Infusing PBL with edtech to enhance collaboration, critical thinking

March 15, 2024 by Sam Bowman
Leveraging the right edtech tools is one of the best ways to support students in their skill development during PBL activities.
Project-based learning (PBL) helps prepare students for college and beyond by actively engaging them in meaningful, relevant projects. In many situations, students will work on these projects for…
Curriculum & Assessment

5 ways to teach and assess learning in the age of AI

January 23, 2024January 17, 2024 by Arielle Davis-Featherstone, Education Program Manager, Global Cities, Inc.
With a little creativity, educators can easily assess student learning and promote engagement and critical thinking skills in the classroom.
There is a lot of excitement surrounding ChatGPT, the cutting-edge chatbot powered by OpenAI. Some experts believe this new technology can have a positive impact on teaching and…
Digital Learning

What are the Examples of Digital Literacy Skills?

January 3, 2024 by ESchool News
What are the examples of digital literacy skills for students? They include critical thinking and the ability to analyze online information.
In the 21st century, students must develop digital literacy skills to thrive in a technology-dominated landscape. Digital literacy encompasses a range of competencies, including information navigation, critical thinking,…
Digital Learning

What are the 5 Types of Digital Literacy?

January 3, 2024 by ESchool News
What are the 5 types of digital literacy? They include using digital tools, critically evaluating information, and digital communication.
Digital literacy encompasses various skills essential for navigating the digital landscape and learning in the digital age effectively. From basic computer proficiency to critical thinking in evaluating online…
Digital Learning

Digital Literacy Skills for Students

January 3, 2024 by ESchool News
Digital literacy skills for students encompass a broad range of abilities essential for navigating the digital landscape effectively.
When it comes to learning in the digital age, cultivating strong digital literacy skills is paramount for students' success. As technology continues to shape every facet of modern…
Newsline

Poptential™ by Certell Revolutionizes Social Studies Education with Integration of American Principles and Launch of Engauge™ Teacher Dashboard

November 24, 2023 by ESchool News Staff
INDIANAPOLIS — Certell, the creator behind the Poptential™ family of free social studies course packages, announced a significant update to ... Read more
Newsline

Learning Through Play Is Powerful – and Students and Teachers Agree!

October 12, 2023 by ESchool News Staff
BILLUND, Denmark — To celebrate the second annual World Play Day, LEGO® Education is inspiring teachers to experience purposeful play firsthand ... Read more

A charter school gets e-learning up to speed with a modern WiFi solution

February 4, 2025October 4, 2023 by Jeff Festa
  The mission at The Academy of Hope, a public charter school for kindergarten through eighth grade, is to maximize ... Read more
STEM & STEAM Trends

5 science and technology videos to get students talking

September 28, 2023 by Laura Ascione
With a vast video library and the chance to customize lessons for students, TED-Ed Lessons can be incorporated into all topics and content areas, like on science and technology.
School is back in session, and for many students, that means a major shift from an unstructured schedule to a more regimented school day. It may still be…
Newsline

Gale In Context: Literature Launches to Promote Critical Thinking Skills and Better Learning Outcomes in ELA for High School Students

June 9, 2023 by ESchool News Staff
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich. – Gale, part of Cengage Group, has added a new resource to its award-winning Gale In Context ... Read more
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