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Easy to find, not always true: Helping students evaluate AI-generated content

May 9, 2025 by Steven M. Baule, Ed.D., Ph.D.

Students need guidance as they navigate the information landscape, including AI tools that aren't always accurate or vetted.

The digital tide has swept in new tools, habits, and expectations. Today’s students rarely line up at the reference desk. Instead, they consult their phones, generative AI bots,…

AI in Education

How will AI impact students’ biggest challenges?

May 1, 2025 by Laura Ascione

Educators ranked supporting students' mental health and social skill development among the areas where AI has the lowest potential.

AI is becoming increasingly integrated into the classroom, but according to a new report, most educators don't believe AI is the answer to the biggest challenges they or…

AI in Education

The 5 dimensions of AI literacy

April 30, 2025 by Laura Ascione

The framework focuses on AI literacy for all, as well as specialized literacy that can be adapted to different disciplines and jurisdictions.

AI skills are evolving from a "nice to have" to a necessity for students who hope to enter the workforce as competitive prospective employees.

Digital Learning Tools

‘Too many apps for that’ in schools

April 28, 2025 by Laura Ascione

A survey of teachers, parents, and curriculum leaders points to necessary changes for apps and their management in schools districts.

A "patchwork of apps" in schools often leads to app fatigue, frustrating parents and educators who have to use multiple apps weekly, or even daily, according to new…

Teaching Trends

Beyond digital literacy: Why K-12 educators must prioritize data literacy

April 23, 2025 by Dr. Steve Baule & Dr. Joel J. Traver, Winona State University

Using digital tools does not mean students or educators possess data literacy or understand the quality, context, or implications of data.

While digital literacy has become an aspirational cornerstone of modern education, the exponential growth of data-driven decision-making across industries reveals critical gaps that demand a stronger focus on…

ISTE+ASCD and Pinterest Partner to Transform Digital Culture in Schools

April 22, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

Today, ISTE+ASCD announced a $1 million grant from Pinterest to help school leaders create healthy digital cultures. The initiative will ... Read more

AI in Education

The human edge in the AI era

April 22, 2025 by Tara Chklovski, Technovation

Career survival now demands we continuously learn, embrace the discomfort of being beginners again, and boldly step into the AI unknown.

In the Future of Jobs 2025 report, the World Economic Forum predicts that 60 percent of jobs will require upskilling or retraining, or they'll be threatened. The skills we…

AI in Education

5 AI tools for classroom creativity

April 17, 2025 by Laura Ascione

Students can strengthen creativity skills and self-expression through engaging, AI-powered platforms in various subjects.

When it comes to visual creativity, AI tools let students design posters, presentations, and digital artwork effortlessly. Students can turn their ideas into professional-quality visuals, sparking creativity and…

Digital Learning Tools

5 vocabulary strategies powered by technology

April 16, 2025 by Ashley Pursley, Anderson School District Five

Vocabulary instructional strategies, amplified through technology, help students strengthen their vocabulary and reading comprehension

In my work with middle school students, I’ve seen how critical that period of development is to students’ future success. One area of focus in a middle schooler’s…

Digital Learning Tools

Rethinking student assessment: Tools and strategies for meaningful evaluation

April 10, 2025 by Jessica Campos, M. Ed, Mesquite Independent School District

Digital tools help educators move beyond one-size-fits-all tests to assessments that capture student growth in meaningful ways.

In today’s evolving educational landscape, effective student assessment goes beyond multiple-choice tests and letter grades. According to a recent study, over 60 percent of educators believe traditional assessments…

COVID in Schools

Educators reflect on post-COVID learning

April 9, 2025 by Laura Ascione

COVID left its mark on education--and educators say some impacts were good, others were bad, and still others remain frustrating.

The COVID-19 pandemic left an indelible mark on K-12 education, placing immense pressure on teachers as they adapted, literally overnight, to new methods of instruction.

Takeaways from CoSN2025: Human Leadership in a World of AI, Part 1

April 7, 2025April 7, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

The 2025 Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) Annual Conference went down last week in Seattle, bringing together district technology leaders, ... Read more

AI in Education

Most teachers agree AI is a time-saver

April 7, 2025 by ESchool Media Contributors

Teachers who use AI frequently say they believe the technology will have a positive impact on students' learning

More than half of educators (62 percent) are already making use of AI at school, with more than one-quarter using it daily for work purposes, according to a…

Digital Learning Tools

How multimedia and interactive tech transform engagement

April 1, 2025 by Sam Bowman, Contributing Writer

The most successful edtech implementations prioritize pedagogy over technology, using multimedia and interactive tech to student engagement.

Education today looks dramatically different from classrooms of just a decade ago. Interactive technologies and multimedia tools now replace traditional textbooks and lectures, creating more dynamic and engaging…

AI in Education

Report details uneven AI use among teachers, principals

March 28, 2025 by Laura Ascione

Teachers most commonly reported using AI to generate lesson materials, assess students, and differentiate instruction.

English/language arts and science teachers were almost twice as likely to say they use AI tools compared to math teachers or elementary teachers of all subjects, according to…

Teacher Professional Development

Elevating principals, teachers, and students through shared purpose and leadership

March 25, 2025 by Jacqueline K. Haynes, Charleston County School District

By narrowing the focus, transforming professional development and getting buy-in from stakeholders, low-performing schools can improve.

In Charleston County, South Carolina, a school turnaround initiative designed to enhance teaching and learning at 10 schools on the state’s improvement list has seen remarkable success.

DEIA (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Access)

The fight for educational equity in the face of federal rollbacks

March 24, 2025March 24, 2025 by Dr. Patricia Burch & Dr. Royel Johnson, USC Rossier School of Education

Now is the time for bold and decisive leadership and action in setting the course for more edtech equity in the education system.

The federal government’s latest move to dismantle diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in education is not just an ideological shift--it’s a direct threat to decades of progress in…

SEL Trends

7 sites to boost SEL in the classroom

March 21, 2025March 19, 2025 by Laura Ascione

SEL skills are critical for students in the classroom, and they also help students navigate different situations and challenges in the future.

Social-emotional learning (SEL) is a crucial component of education, helping students develop self-awareness, emotional regulation, and interpersonal skills. SEL is essential for students of all ages, improving academic…

Teacher Professional Development

Key questions that unleash powerful PLCs

March 18, 2025 by Douglas Fisher & Nancy Frey, San Diego State University and Health Sciences High and Middle College

Transforming PLCs for educators means moving beyond ‘What do we teach?” to focus on ‘How do we teach it effectively?’

With today’s clear academic standards, PLCs no longer need to spend precious time deciding what to teach. Instead, they can focus on other questions, starting with, “Where are…

AI in Education

5 practical ways to integrate AI into high school science

March 18, 2025 by Laura Ascione

Thoughtful AI integration can help educators boost engagement and improve learning outcomes in the science classroom.

STEM learning is critical for all students, regardless of their postsecondary path, but by high school, engagement often drops and students lose interest in critical subject matters.

Innovation Insights

Digital Learning to Support Ukrainian Students

March 17, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

Infosys recently announced a critical milestone in its three-year collaboration with Street Child, an international children’s charity, with the establishment of ... Read more

Digital Learning Tools

Post-pandemic, a new era of teaching and learning

March 17, 2025 by Laura Ascione

Schools are embracing innovation and AI for teaching & learning to meet students' needs in equitable and accessible ways after the pandemic.

The COVID-19 pandemic had a profound impact on K-12 education, reshaping how students learn and educators teach. As schools closed their doors, remote learning became the primary mode…

AI in Education

Fostering metacognition and AI integration for ELLs

March 11, 2025 by Nesren El-Baz, ESL Educator

Metacognition improves student autonomy and learning outcomes, particularly when paired with AI tools providing real-time feedback for ELLs.

By fostering self-awareness and self-regulation, metacognitive strategies empower students to monitor their learning processes, set achievable goals, and adapt their approaches to overcome linguistic and academic challenges.

AI in Education

6 recommendations for AI in classrooms

March 7, 2025 by SREB Staff

AI is fundamentally changing the classroom and workplace--and education policies must be strategic, practical, and thoughtful.

As states move forward with efforts to adopt artificial intelligence, the nonprofit Southern Regional Education Board’s Commission on AI in Education has released its first six recommendations for…

AI in Education

10 things AI still struggles with in education–and beyond

March 6, 2025 by Evelyn Galindo, Carnegie Learning

AI is reshaping education, but it still struggles with nuance and emotional intelligence--and it won't replace educators.

Artificial intelligence is transforming education, from automating assessments to personalizing learning experiences. But despite its rapid advancements, AI still struggles with many aspects of human intelligence.

District Management

How schools can effectively manage student activity funds with digital wallets

March 4, 2025 by Jamie Rosenberg, ClassWallet

Digital wallets can save time and reduce the management burden on student organizations' advisors and coaches.

Earlier this year, students on a Florida debate team were devastated to discover that their coach had stolen thousands of dollars from the club’s student activity fund, emptying…

AI in Education

AI in K-12 instruction: Insights from instructional coaches

February 28, 2025 by Dr. Steve Baule, Dillon Martinez, Dr. Shauna Mayer, & Dr. Ray Martinez

Instructional coaches recognize AI and its potential to enhance learning, improve efficiency, and maintain human-centered learning.

As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes an integral part of modern education, instructional coaches play a pivotal role in guiding teachers on its implementation, bridging the gap between emerging…

Gale and Utah State Library Partner to Provide Residents Free Access to New Digital Resources

February 27, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

Salt Lake City, UTAH & FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich. – Utah State Library has partnered with Gale, part of Cengage Group, ... Read more

Digital Learning Tools

A critical shift in digital instruction in 2025

February 27, 2025 by Heather Clayton Staker, The Christensen Institute

The software-directed digital instruction model is a game-changer--it allows students to learn at the right level.

Most K-12 schools in the US will continue to use learning management systems (LMSs) to deliver learning materials, including documents, videos, and quizzes.

Digital Learning

AI is changing the role of teaching assistants

February 24, 2025 by Steven M. Baule, Ed.D., Ph.D.

AI tools won’t replace the support teaching assistants provide, but they can enhance a TA's ability to serve diverse student needs effectively

Whether helping students grasp complex concepts, supporting those who need extra guidance, or managing classroom behaviors, TAs are an essential support for student success.

Digital Learning

GenAI and cultural competency: New priorities in teacher preparation

February 19, 2025 by Kelly Vaughn, Ph.D., School of Education at Notre Dame de Namur University

Cultural competency and AI literacy in teacher training programs can fundamentally transform how educators are prepared for the future.

Generative AI has the potential to transform teaching practices, improve efficiency, and even promote equity--but if used without care, it can also reinforce harmful biases.

DEIA (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Access)

Only 27 percent of states plan to sustain K-12 digital access as federal programs end

February 19, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

SETDA's digital access report outlines strategies to prevent millions of students from losing internet access and further falling behind.

Only 27 percent of states have plans to sustain K-12 digital access as key federal programs expire, according to a new report from SETDA, the principal association representing…

School Data Management

10 tips for using analytics and adaptive tech in schools

February 17, 2025 by Stephanie King, CoSN

Adaptive technologies adjust to the student based on their interactions with the technology and what they need.

CoSN’s Driving K-12 Innovation initiative recently announced that Analytics & Adaptive Technologies as a Top Tech Enabler (tool) for 2025 and it’s appeared on the list five of the…

Newsline

Carousel Digital Signage Integrates with CrisisGo to Empower Safer School Communities

February 14, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – Carousel Digital Signage announces a new technology partnership with CrisisGo that enables K-12 schools and businesses to deliver ... Read more

Digital Learning Tools

Growing communicative, knowledge-building composers: A focus on process

February 12, 2025 by Brett Stamm, University of Southern Mississippi

Digital skills are are skills students will use for life, and they’re already part of many state and national standards.

Teaching writing today is much like being a conductor of an orchestra. Just like a conductor brings together different instruments and dynamics to create a cinematic score or…

Durable Skills

This district champions media literacy to combat “brain rot”

February 10, 2025 by Laura Ascione

Teaching critical thinking skills helps to ensure students are active and engaged--and that they aren't falling victim to brain rot.

It’s critical that students know how to use digital content, but as students have more access to information, it’s also critical that they know how to evaluate that…

The Crucial Role Digital Signage plays in Emergency Management

April 23, 2025February 7, 2025 by Jeff Festa

Digital signage enhances all four phases of emergency management—Prevent, Prepare, Response, and Recovery—by delivering real-time alerts, safety info, and ... Read more

Student Well-Being

How can educators help students navigate emotion-laden information on digital media?

February 5, 2025 by Zi Jia Ng & Victoria Mack, Education Collaboratory at Yale University

To promote adaptive repetitive thinking, educators can address unpleasant emotions that students may experience with content on digital media

Schools provide a unique platform in supporting children with emotion-laden information on digital media, given the frequent use of digital media in teaching and learning.

Advancing digital equity through teacher leadership

February 3, 2025 by Content Provided by Digital Promise

In today’s digital world, a teacher leader must have the skills and knowledge to effectively use technology to enhance student learning.

Meaningful opportunities for teachers to build expertise and leadership beyond their classroom add to a sense of professionalism and fulfillment. In an age when the role of technology…

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