Use these strategies to incorporate drones in STEAM education
Drones are often the subject of controversy, especially when it comes to debates around security and privacy. But do they have a place in education? One team of…
Digital Learning and Tools
5 examples of personalized learning in action
As technology becomes more and more ubiquitous in classrooms across the nation, it is easier than ever for students with different learning styles and needs to create personalized…
8 tips to help create and sustain a makerspace
Though makerspaces are becoming more mainstream, creating and maintaining one could overwhelm educators who are starting from scratch. Aside from the technology tools and other resources that make…
This is what Google Expeditions can do in a classroom
Virtual reality is one of the latest tools to hit education, and educators across the country are excited to engage students with dynamic, immersive visuals and virtual field…
12 augmented reality apps students can use today
Augmented reality--a technology that uses a trigger image to superimpose digital content over a user’s view of the real world--is growing in popularity and accessibility, and it holds…
If you give a kindergartner a Chromebook…
Although even the youngest children are considered tech-savvy today, there exists a difference between a child who knows how to use a tablet to watch videos and a…
20 lessons that incorporate the 4Cs
By now, the 4Cs--communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity--are part of most educators’ vocabulary. But it isn’t always easy to put these concepts into practice, especially when the…
Librarians: Information literacy is a must-have skill
Nearly half of librarians in a recent survey said their libraries do not advocate for information literacy as much as they should. The ProQuest survey of 217 librarians…
New buzzphrase for IT has massive implications for personalized learning
The convergence of technologies is leading to “Digital Cohesion,” a future in which technology anticipates the needs of users and seamlessly delivers services on demand.
EXCLUSIVE: They’re here–robots are teaching your children
Unbeknownst to parents, all first-grade classes in a suburban Los Angeles elementary school were successfully taught by teacher robots during the 2015-2016 school year. Only one parent was…
Report: Broadband access making ‘dramatic’ progress
Eighty-eight percent of U.S. school districts have reached the minimum connectivity--100 kbps per student, as recommended by the Federal Communications Commission--to help students effectively use technology in the…
7 collaboration tools for the modern classroom
Smartphones, tablets and other technology tools have tons of potential to help students learn--if they're used properly. But when properly implemented, those tools can help students build the…
How do parents really feel about student data?
Ask many public school parents about student data use and privacy, and you'll likely end up with a heated debate about protecting sensitive, personal information. But what do…
5 questions to answer about OER use
As open educational resources (OER) grow in popularity, school leaders are tasked with identifying the best way to find, organize and use these resources. But that process can…
Results of the 2016 National Digital Curriculum Strategy Survey
The Learning Counsel released the results of its third annual Survey of school and district digital curriculum strategy and transformation, sponsored by Ruckus Wireless. A total of 708…
#5: 20 educational resources for new teachers
It's no secret that new teachers sometimes struggle to feel empowered in their positions as educators. In fact, a lack of support, experienced teacher mentors, and resources lead…
#8: 10 TED-Ed videos your students can use today
More often than not, students pick up a mobile device or use a computer to access videos and digital media online. With a dearth of resources online, educators…
7 things Gen Z students say about educational technology
Student-teacher interaction is one of the most important things when creating a positive and effective classroom environment--in fact, it ranked higher than educational technology use, according to both…
Is a virtual education the future for K-12 students?
Modern technology connects us and allows communities to share resources in unprecedented ways. Virtual education leverages these connections to provide everyone, regardless of geographic location, access to experts…
We used these Google tools in our schools and saw tangible results soar
At Evergreen Education Group we’ve studied K-12 digital education for sixteen years. Among the most important developments we have seen is the proliferation of devices in the classroom,…
Going digital? 5 tips for a smooth start
As schools look to modernize teaching and personalize learning, technology is becoming an indispensable tool in the classroom. Though technology ... Read more
12 districts honored for their innovative digital curriculum transition strategies
At the Learning Counsel’s Annual Gathering and National Awards event, twelve leading districts were recognized for their vision and innovation in integrating digital curriculum and technology into their…
Digital e-Learning program allows innovative district to open the world to students
Boone County School District is offering digital world language learning to 10,500 students—half of its student population. With help from Rosetta Stone’s language learning solutions, Boone County Schools…
Innovative district expands access like never before using E-rate
Thanks to a major funding refresh, one district found that it's now possible to support its one-to-one initiative without scaling back access for other services or devices. Could…
Are outdated computers reverting students to a prehistoric era?
If today’s educators continue to encourage the use of keyboards instead of digital ink and paper, they run the risk of being a ‘pager’ teacher in a smart…
Toolkit outlines steps for ensuring accessibility
Accessibility is a "critical key" when it comes to leveraging technology for all students--including those with disabilities, according to a new toolkit offering accessibility resources and tips for…
How 3 schools are reimagining learning spaces
As schools depart from traditional instructional methods and environments, some education leaders are discovering how a combination of blended learning and reimagined physical learning spaces can lead to…
5 ways connected school buses are on the rise
As internet connectivity becomes a necessity for schools and students, there is a new call for the government to make school bus wi-fi eligible for federal E-rate funding.…
$680K challenge targets virtual, augmented reality
A new $680,000 competition calls for designs of next-generation of educational virtual and augmented reality simulations that strengthen career and technical skills. The U.S. Department of Education's EdSim…
Middle School students use green screens, technology to connect to learning
Longfellow Middle School students are using green screen technology to transport themselves and their classmates to new worlds of learning. ... Read more
How a small district turned every student into a music composer
There are moments in my life when the world slows down long enough for me to have incredibly emotional experiences ... Read more
10 TED-Ed videos your students can use today
More often than not, students pick up a mobile device or use a computer to access videos and digital media online. With a dearth of resources online, educators…
3 challenges to OER implementation
Open educational resources (OER) have made their presence known in education, with teachers and administrators voicing their excitement over free resources that are easily shared and adapted. In…
12 ed-tech tools to try this term
The school year is in full swing, so it’s time to kick things into high gear and push learning to ... Read more
Texas district launches connected school buses
Smartphones, wearable technology, always-on mobile devices--now, school buses are following suit, offering wi-fi connectivity and real-time monitoring to extend learning and create safe environments. The Huntsville Independent School…