Friday 5: AR and VR
Augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) are fun to use, but AR and VR tools also have a number of uses when it comes to connecting students…
digital learning
Balancing Bloom, assessment, and AI
Early this school year, faculty had a conversation about student teachers pulling all-nighters in order to complete their lesson plans. Most of the faculty commiserated their own experiences…
Getting the most ROI from your classroom technology
During the COVID-19 pandemic, school districts across the United States received a timely infusion of funds to upgrade edtech in the classroom.
Why blended learning is a top 12 way to help those most in need
Education technology (edtech) has long faced skepticism, and with good cause. For many people during COVID, remote online learning was an unmitigated disaster.
New group targets AI skills in education and the workforce
A new commission comprising policymakers, education leaders, business leaders, and education stakeholders from 16 states is tackling AI’s role in education from kindergarten through postsecondary programs.
High school students say AI will change the workforce
With the rapid rise of generative AI, nearly one in two high school students polled think the workforce as we know it today will undergo a major transformation,…
5 obstacles AI can help schools overcome
The idea of integrating generative AI into classrooms has sparked nonstop debate since it appeared on the scene. On one side, enthusiasts herald its potential to revolutionize teaching…
Pathways to Innovation: Building a Sustainable Digital Learning Environment
To help K-12 leaders navigate sustainability challenges, UDT and Intel created a free resource covering every facet of building a ... Read more
Friday 5: Digital learning on the rise
Digital learning isn't going anywhere--nor should it. Students have to develop critically important digital skills to succeed in higher education and meet their career goals, and they'll do…
Crafting ethical AI landscapes in K-12 education
The summer of 2023 brought with it a declaration from our Executive Director of Technology that it would be the Summer of AI. As a digital learning team,…
Friday 5: How esports engages students
Esports teams and tournaments promote collaboration, critical thinking, communication skills, and offer inclusive environments that welcome students from all backgrounds and with all abilities.
DEI in action: eSN Innovation Roundtable
DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) is a commonly used acronym, but what does it mean in the context of day-to-day operations in a school district?
ParentSquare Named to the 2024 GSV 150: The Top Growth Companies in Digital Learning & Workforce Skills
Santa Barbara, CA — ParentSquare, the award-winning unified school-home engagement platform for K12 education, has been named to the 2024 ... Read more
Savvas Learning Company Named to the 2024 GSV 150 of Top-Growth Companies
PARAMUS, N.J./PRNewswire/ — Savvas Learning Company, a next-generation K-12 learning solutions leader, is excited to announce that it has been ... Read more
6 ways you’re already using AI in the classroom
Many educators are cautiously optimistic about AI, indicating that they'd like more guidance to effectively integrate it into their instructional strategies. But while generative AI tools like ChatGPT…
The 3 biggest misconceptions about AI
One of the biggest misconceptions about AI in education is that it will encourage students to cheat and cause academic integrity concerns. Did students cheat before AI was…
AI: Can it think like your students do?
Since researchers at Carnegie Mellon University helped invent AI in the 1950s, AI has been transforming how we learn, work, and play--and that change is now happening at…
5 educators on what 2024 will bring to education
Does "new year, new you" apply to K-12 education? Things are certainly changing in classrooms, schools, and districts, as edtech tools, digital learning resources, and instructional strategies evolve.
Discovery Education Offers Educators New Resources Supporting Black History Month Observances
Charlotte, NC. — Discovery Education today unveiled a new collection of engaging, high-quality digital learning resources supporting Black History Month ... Read more
3 things to consider when designing digital learning experiences
Small changes in the design process when creating digital content can make a huge impact on how audiences access and process, and ultimately learn, information. Here are three…
AI and connectivity: Pillars of the new education revolution
The application of technologies to improve the educational process, enhance the capabilities of students, and reduce inequality gaps was one of the great promises of the beginning of…
K-12 Tech Innovation News
K-12 tech innovation has become a cornerstone of modern education, reshaping traditional classrooms and equipping students with the skills needed for the 21st century. One notable piece of…
Schools and districts that ignore TikTok’s lessons are bound to fail
No one is suggesting we add TikTok to the back-to-school supply list, but modern curriculum developers are watching and learning from TikTok to produce content that is more…
The academic implications of AI in student writing
In the rapidly evolving landscape of education, the advent of AI and ChatGPT has ushered in a new era of academic assistance. As a doctoral student and research…
5 things to know about AI in classrooms
By now, we hear the term "artificial intelligence" more than a few times a day. But despite the stereotypical sci-fi depictions of AI, it has a legitimate place…
5 essential digital learning reads
Digital learning is a critical component of what happens in today's classrooms. Edtech tools, connected learning experiences, and 21st-century skills all play a role in preparing students for…
5 ways I’ve leveraged AI in my English classroom
Last spring, a few weeks after I started using ChatGPT, I challenged my high school English students: “Artificial intelligence can do any of your class assignments,” I told…
The ChatGPT-4 genie is out of the bottle
The education landscape is undergoing a tectonic shift propelled by rapid technological advancements--and the transformation is profound and irreversible.
OpenAI releases ChatGPT teaching guide
Educators face myriad dilemmas in the wake of ChatGPT's explosion, with some of the most popular including teaching with ChatGPT and how to address student use of AI…
Crunch the numbers: The latest edtech data you can use right now
Clever highlights five classroom trends; Curriculum Associates tallies learning loss; Common Sense Media researches student data privacy.
5 edtech tools to save time this year
Back-to-school and the first weeks of the new year are definitely busy for teachers as they are diligently preparing lesson plans and getting to know their students–all while…
SolarWinds Hybrid Cloud Observability
Robust monitoring empowers schools to safeguard sensitive student data and uphold privacy standards. SolarWinds Observability streamlines IT management, bolstering operational ... Read more
5 Ways Observability Picks Up Where Monitoring Leaves Off
SolarWinds Observability offers K-12 schools an indispensable tool to enhance network performance and security. With real-time insights into IT infrastructure, ... Read more
Half of teachers expect AI to make their jobs more challenging
A majority of teachers and administrators in a recent survey believe artificial intelligence (AI) will have a significant impact on teaching and learning--but that impact may not be…
How 5G connectivity supports K-12 innovation—now, and in the future
Having reliable, high-speed internet access isn’t a privilege—it’s an absolute essential right for students if they are to have access to the digital learning resources and tools that…
Lumio and Canva for Education Announce All-New Integration to Bring Immersive Digital Learning to Life
CALGARY, AB – Lumio, the digital learning tool used by millions of teachers and students worldwide, is pleased to announce ... Read more
Are your students prepared for the digital classroom?
Enhanced digital learning processes and experiences require reliable, high performance, and secure Wi-Fi so your teachers can access the full ... Read more
Minnesota’s Gibbon-Fairfax-Winthrop Public Schools’ New Partnership Powers the Creation of Dynamic Digital Learning Environments Supporting Science Education
Charlotte, NC – Minnesota’s Gibbon-Fairfax-Winthrop Public Schools (GFW) today announced a new partnership with Discovery Education supporting the creation of ... Read more
As ESSER spending increases, digital learning is a priority
After a slow start in allocating federal ESSER funds, most states have found ways to spend their COVID relief dollars. In Montana, the Office of Public Instruction (OPI)…
6 Key Elements of a Modern Digital Learning Ecosystem
Successful digital learning requires an ecosystem of software working together to support the safe and productive use of technology for ... Read more