digital learning Archives

5 ways to integrate gamification into your classroom

January 10, 2025 by Kyle Miklya, Elementary School Teacher

Gamification isn’t just about having fun--it’s about creating a classroom environment where students actively participate and learn.

Incorporating game elements into lessons helps students feel more motivated and excited to participate. As a fourth-grade teacher, I’ve seen how gamification can transform a regular lesson into…

IT Innovations

8 K-12 IT priorities for 2025

January 8, 2025 by Laura Ascione

K-12 IT teams face the challenge of protecting sensitive student data and ensuring access to learning tools and resources.

In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, K-12 IT teams play a critical role in shaping the future of learning. As schools navigate complex cybersecurity and data protection challenges,…

Durable Skills

U.S. 8th grade scores decline on critical computer and information literacy skills

December 31, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Student ICILS scores in the U.S. are higher for computer and info literacy, but below the international average for computational thinking.

U.S. eighth-graders scored at the international average for computer and information literacy but below the international average for computational thinking, according to the results of an international study

Edtech Trends

Skibidi anarchy: Post-pandemic classroom technology

December 30, 2024 by John Jennings, eSpark Learning

Digital learning tools can help meet legitimate classroom needs and appeal to students in ways that meet students where they are.

Today’s kids are built differently. It’s the number one recurring theme in conversations with educators at every level, from the classroom to the district office. It’s not just…

Newsline

SchoolStatus Named to 2025 GSV 150 List of Most Transformational Growth Companies in Digital Learning

December 19, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Ridgeland, Mississippi — SchoolStatus, a leader in K-12 attendance, communications, and data analytics, today announced they have been included in the ... Read more

Online & Hybrid Learning

How satellite connectivity can narrow the digital learning gap

December 18, 2024 by Mike Tippets, Hughes

Satellite connectivity can rapidly bridge the digital divide and enable lifelong e-learning and upskilling for students and workers alike.

We are living through a dramatic transformation in how Americans learn. Though not exactly new, e-learning is being quickly embraced by more and more people as a complement…

AI in Education

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."

AI in Education

AI-enhanced tutoring: Bridging the achievement gap in American education

December 9, 2024 by Jennifer Hamilton, Education & Child Development Department at NORC, University of Chicago

As AI in tutoring and education progresses, it's essential to continue to invest in research and development to close equity gaps.

Closing the achievement gap and helping all students reach their full potential is not only a matter of equity, but also a key driver of economic growth and…

AI in Education

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…

AI in Education

A look at AI use in schools across the country

November 18, 2024 by Laura Ascione

As AI infiltrates learning, states and districts are grappling with the best way to handle AI use policies in schools.

Educational technology and digital learning tools are classroom essentials, and each day, educators make decisions surrounding how to integrate edtech intentionally and effectively--particularly as AI makes its way…

AI in Education

Equitable access to AI in classrooms is a problem–the solution is professional learning

November 13, 2024 by Michelle Stie, National Math and Science Initiative

Bridging the AI access gap for all students will require high-quality professional development that empowers both teachers and K-12 leaders.

Generative AI is transforming the nature of work in many fields. One analysis claims more than 60 percent of the jobs in advanced economies will be supported by…

AI in Education

Baked-in bias or sweet equity: AI’s role in motivation and deep learning

October 28, 2024October 28, 2024 by Eliana Whitehouse, EduDream

As AI integration proceeds, educators have an opportunity to address and understand the potential for bias and discrimination.

In the quickly evolving landscape of AI, education stands at the forefront. New AI tools are emerging daily for educators and students; from AI tutors to curriculum creators,…

AI in Education

How much AI is too much?

October 24, 2024 by Wilfried Granier, Superprof

As AI continues to advance, parents must decide how to effectively integrate it into their children’s academics and tutoring support.

With the explosive growth of artificial intelligence, many parents are now asking: Should I let my kids use AI as a learning aid?

AI in Education

Most parents know AI will be crucial to their children’s future

October 15, 2024 by ESchool News

A new survey from Samsung Solve for Tomorrow reveals an urgent need to address the looming AI knowledge gap in schools and for students.

Parents of Gen Alpha and Gen Z students are optimistic about the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance various aspects of education, according to a new Morning Consult survey…

AI in Education

AI use guide helps students navigate AI in learning

October 8, 2024 by Laura Ascione

As AI becomes a part of every industry, students are mastering how to incorporate it into their research and learning.

A new AI use guide from Elon University and the American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) is intended to help guide college students as they move through education in a…

District Management

The future of edtech depends on edtech evangelists

September 26, 2024 by Laura Ascione

The future of edtech success in schools and classrooms depends on edtech evangelists to buoy edtech initiatives and successes.

Educational technology has transformative powers, connecting students to personalized learning experiences and helping teachers make data-informed decision to tailor instruction to student needs.

AI in Education

When it comes to AI use, educators are more comfortable than students

September 19, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

A comprehensive study highlights key sentiments and usage trends on AI use and adoption in education for educators and students.

While 34 percent of educators report using AI very frequently to draft or review assignments, only 24 percent of students do the same, highlighting a significant trend in…

Innovation Insights

The State of Play in EdTech

September 18, 2024September 18, 2024 by Kevin Hogan

SETDA, the member association representing state and territorial educational technology and digital learning leaders, recently published its third annual 2024 State ... Read more

Digital Learning Tools

48 back-to-school predictions for the 2024-2025 year

August 27, 2024August 27, 2024 by Laura Ascione

It's that time of year--educators and industry leaders offer their expert advice, trends, and predictions for a fun back-to-school experience

Back-to-school season comes with highs and lows, and along with those mixed emotions come trends and predictions around edtech tools, digital learning resources, and important curricular objectives.

Online & Hybrid Learning

Essential tips for remote classroom creation

August 14, 2024 by Sam Bowman, Contributing Writer

Taking time to properly design a remote classroom can lead to a better experience for you and your students.

If the last several years have taught educators anything, it’s that teachers don’t necessarily need to be in a physical classroom with kids in the seats to be…

AI in Education

Stop using AI to replicate outdated teaching–get creative, instead

August 9, 2024 by Louisa Rosenheck, Kahoot!

When used in playful learning, AI can help students learn more than just facts--it can teach them important skills for the future.

In the year and half since the launch of ChatGPT, AI-powered edtech tools have flooded the market--but most, if not all, of these products may be missing out…

AI in Education

AI is forcing a teaching and learning evolution

August 9, 2024 by Laura Ascione

AI and technology tools are leading to innovative teaching and learning--along with classroom, school, and district efficiency.

More than half of teachers and district administrators who are already actively using AI are leveraging it to improve learning experiences and outcomes for students, according to Cambium…

Digital Literacy

In the age of bots and AI, how can students identify misinformation online?

August 6, 2024 by Garrett Smiley, Sora Schools

Today’s curricula must prepare students to navigate the murky waters of AI, bias, and misinformation with news literacy.

Now that AI can effortlessly create convincing but fabricated stories, today’s curricula must prepare students to navigate the murky waters of AI, bias and misinformation.

AI in Education

Leveraging AI to help special education teachers

August 2, 2024 by Jessica Cook & Steve Baule

Using AI, special education teachers can improve efficiency and productivity and improve their connections with students.

Because special education teachers consistently identify high levels of paperwork as a regular source of burnout and job dissatisfaction, educational leaders need to look to generative AI tools…

Digital Learning Tools

How Canva makes my life as an educator easier

July 23, 2024 by India Hill, Ed. S., Elementary Educator

Digital tools and resources like Canva are instrumental in ensuring classrooms are dynamic, connected, and supportive learning environments.

By now, you have likely heard of Canva (if you haven’t, please check out this resource, then come back). A couple of years ago, I was introduced to…

AI in Education

Enhancing learning through AI and human educators

July 17, 2024July 15, 2024 by Nhon Ma, Numerade

A human-AI approach helps educators create a more inclusive, efficient, and effective educational system to best benefit students.

In the realm of education, the integration of technology--and particularly artificial intelligence (AI)--with traditional human-led instruction is a topic of increasing relevance and debate.

AI in Education

5 critical priorities for AI in education

July 11, 2024 by SREB Staff

The SREB Commission on AI in Education met to outline AI’s role in education, focusing on AI skill readiness and policy development.

As AI evolves and cements its place in the global economy, educators and stakeholders recognize that in addition to using AI in learning, students will need to develop…

Digital Learning Tools

5 edtech tools for the statistics teacher (and other teachers, too)

July 3, 2024 by Brent Grahn, Shakopee High School

Finding the right edtech tools is a must when a teacher begins to teach a new class--these are great for statistics teachers and others.

As a high school math teacher who is about to start his first year of teaching AP Statistics, I find myself searching for arrows to add to my…

AI in Education

A taxonomy for using AI in education

July 1, 2024 by Steven M. Baule, Ed.D., Ph.D.

The expansion of generative AI tools in education illustrates the diverse ways in which it can be integrated into learning environments.

Educators and institutions are grappling with how best to integrate AI into the learning environment while balancing innovation with ethical considerations, assessment concerns, and instructor comfort.

AI in Education

AI’s role in the future of learning

June 25, 2024 by Laura Ascione

An ISTELive 24 session explores where AI can take the future of learning--without replacing humanity or teachers.

During an ISTELive 24 virtual session, presenter Kia Angeles, a training associate at SMS Global Technologies and a technology coach at the Junior Academy for Coding Knowledge (JACK),…

Live @ ISTE 2024

ISTELive News: Easing the edtech burden on schools

June 24, 2024 by Laura Ascione

Seven leading edtech organizations have developed a system intended to reduce the burden on schools and educators when it comes ... Read more

Digital Learning Tools

Edtech orgs outline quality indicators to vet edtech, AI

June 24, 2024June 24, 2024 by Laura Ascione

Two critical steps must be put into place to reduce the burden of edtech and digital learning product evaluations on schools and educators.

Seven leading edtech organizations have developed a system intended to reduce the burden on schools and educators when it comes to assessing digital learning tools.

Newsline

Reading Partners Promotes Educational Equity with New Initiatives and Collaborations

June 21, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Oakland, CA, (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Reading Partners, a national education nonprofit that mobilizes community volunteers to provide proven literacy tutoring ... Read more

Game-Based Learning

Gamifying math and beating the summer slide

June 20, 2024 by Dr. Sara Delano Moore, ORIGO Education

$Gamification in math challenges students to consider new ways of understanding problems and gives them the freedom to make mistakes.$

Just as we don't become fluent in art, language, or sports through repetitive drills over a few weeks, mastering math requires a different approach.

Digital Learning Tools

Teaching ethical edtech for future innovators

June 19, 2024 by Sam Bowman, Contributing Writer

Edtech raises new challenges for educators and administrators to solve, but ethical edtech use prepares students for the future.

As technology that was cutting-edge not even a decade ago becomes more accessible to all, people are finding new ways to incorporate that tech into longstanding, critically important…

Digital Learning Tools

A new teacher’s perspective: Today’s best edtech resources

June 18, 2024June 14, 2024 by McKenna Akane, Alberton School District

The right edtech tools can help educators create dynamic and inclusive learning environments that boost student engagement and curiosity.

In just a few months, I transitioned from being a student at the University of Montana’s College of Education to leading the instruction of a room of rambunctious…

Digital Literacy

Adding AI to your K-12 digital citizenship curriculum

June 13, 2024 by Christine Kurtz, d'Vinci

Guiding students to approach AI through the lens of digital citizenship means educating students on how to use it safely and responsibly.

Teaching students about AI allows them to not only learn its abilities but also begin to question its limitations. Luckily, educators don’t need to know everything about AI…

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…

Education Policy & Funding

3 strategies to maximize ESSER funds

June 10, 2024 by Dr. Louis Algaze, FlexPoint Education Cloud

Allocating ESSER funds for edtech and digital learning solutions helps school leaders prioritize the success of their students.

As the deadline for obligating Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) funds approaches on Sept. 30, school districts nationwide face the challenge of optimizing these resources to…

Digital Learning Tools

Podcasting for learning–and an antidote to screen time?

June 4, 2024 by Michael B. Horn, Clayton Christensen Institute

The potential of podcasts and podcasting to support healthy development and learning makes this a trend worth jumping on for all parties.

If video killed the radio star, then podcasting is resurrecting it. The medium has exploded in recent years. Now, it seems like everyone has a podcast—including us, the…

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