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While everyone’s favorite acronym—AI—seems to be the hottest topic as #CoSN2024 kicks off here in Miami, Ashley May, M.S., M.Ed., ... Read more
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Look Who’s Talking: Code.org Founder and CEO Hadi Partovi on the Hype and Hope of AI in edtech
AI Is Changing the World: A Conversation on Education’s FutureWednesday, April 10, 2024, 3:15 PM – 4:45 PM US EDT In ... Read more
5 educators share insights into teaching and learning
Educators today face myriad challenges in their classrooms, including low student engagement, staffing issues, funding shortages, and gaps in opportunity and access.
CoSN: The Basics
What is CoSN? The Consortium for School Networking is the national professional association of K-12 EdTech leaders, their teams, and ... Read more
Raising Bids to Raise the Bar in Edtech
A large part of CoSN’s mission is to participate in edtech-related policy discussions at both national and state levels. Their ... Read more
Oregon’s Harrisburg School District Announces New Partnership Supporting Innovative Science Lessons In All Elementary School Classrooms
Charlotte, NC — Oregon’s Harrisburg School District (HSD) today announced a new multiyear partnership with global edtech leader Discovery Education.Thanks ... Read more
Manor ISD Sets New Technology Standard With BenQ
COSTA MESA, Calif. — BenQ, an internationally renowned provider of visual display and collaboration solutions, today announced that Manor Independent ... Read more
5 ways to combat tech fatigue and support student success
Ask anyone involved in public education right now and you’ll hear a familiar refrain: “Too many technology tools.” Almost every K-12 district brought on new technology solutions during…
How edtech is transforming bilingual education in the U.S.
Millions of students within the United States public school system are non-native English speakers. As this increases, true bilingual education is becoming more vital to equitably support student…
Why experts say now is the time to assess your district’s edtech use
Assessing whether a district should continue using—and paying—for a tool is dedicated work involving backend data collection and surveying teachers and students for their thoughts.
Leveraging E-Rate to transform learning
K-12 leaders have an opportunity to leverage the edtech investments they made in the shift to remote and hybrid ... Read more
Infusing PBL with edtech to enhance collaboration, critical thinking
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…
Elevate your teaching with a dynamic and powerful device
Chromebooks help educators and students collaborate more easily and problem-solve faster on the same interface. Vivacity Tech PBC is the ... Read more
5 ways to teach like a pirate
Learning is a dynamic process, one in which learners must be actively engaged. However, studies suggest that a significant percentage of students feel disengaged in their learning, posing…
Big Deals: Edtech industry news from HMH, Pearson, and Equal Opportunity Schools (EOS)
Learning technology company HMH announced it has acquired award-winning software company Writable, building on a longstanding partnership between the organizations ... Read more
How I’m making learning more engaging for my gifted students
Keeping gifted students focused and engaged in learning can be challenging. They complete tasks quickly, are often motivated to dig deeper into a subject, and are prone to…
CoSN names 9 edtech hurdles, trends, and tools
Teacher retention, learner agency, and, yes, generative AI are among the Hurdles (challenges), Accelerators (mega-trends) and Tech Enablers (tools) impacting education innovation for the year ahead.
Discovery Education Enhances K-12 Platform with New Games, Interactives, Career Resources, and More to Nurture Student Curiosity
Charlotte, NC — Global edtech leader Discovery Education today announced the addition of new games, interactives, career resources and more ... Read more
How ergonomics impacts student success
Students are spending more and more time using digital devices, both in and outside of school. In fact, the amount of time teenagers spend in front of screens…
K-12 edtech survey notes growth obstacles attributed to insufficient leadership depth
The latest national survey conducted by the Edtech Leadership Collective has identified a stark misalignment in expectations when it comes to emerging leaders’ readiness to reach the executive…
Savvas Learning Company Acquires Outlier.org
PARAMUS, NEW JERSEY — Savvas Learning Company, a next-generation K-12 learning solutions leader, today announced that it has acquired Outlier.org, ... Read more
How to ensure edtech ROI? Ask these 4 questions
Working with curriculum and system leaders and educators across the state of New Hampshire, I frequently hear some common refrains about education technology tools for the classroom.
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.
5 of the biggest education trends in 2024
As we usher in the new year, educators and industry leaders are eagerly anticipating the top education trends for 2024. The education industry has witnessed a rapid evolution…
Student engagement requires more than edtech tools
Student engagement is critical to academic achievement, but it can often be a struggle to engage students in meaningful and relevant ways.
15 edtech startups selected for the inaugural AWS Education Accelerator
Amazon Web Services (AWS) in early January announced 15 startup companies selected to participate in the inaugural AWS Education Accelerator.
Tennessee’s Hardeman County Schools Begin New Year with New Digital Resources Supporting College and Career Readiness
Charlotte, NC —Tennessee’s Hardeman County Schools (HCS) today announced a new phase in its partnership with global edtech leader Discovery ... Read more
5 FETC 2024 sessions that grabbed our attention
Known as one of the nation’s premier K-12 education technology events, this year's FETC kicks off on Jan. 23, 2024 in Orlando. Attendees will learn directly from top…
65 predictions about edtech trends in 2024
As we wave farewell to 2023, we're looking ahead to edtech trends in 2024 with optimism for education as a whole. Moving away from the pandemic, educators still grapple…
Edtech tools to beat our state of emergency in reading and math achievement
Back in early 2020, educators and students nationwide were living in a fast-paced world full of choices, adjustments, and constant changes. But in March of that year, everything…
What are Examples of Technology Tools in Learning?
In the ever-evolving landscape of K-12 education, technology tools for teaching and learning play a pivotal role in shaping dynamic learning environments. From interactive applications to collaborative platforms,…
What Technology Helps Students Learn?
In the modern educational landscape, technology plays a pivotal role in shaping how students are learning in the digital age. From interactive apps to online platforms, edtech tools…
Wyoming Catholic School Partners with Global Edtech Leader to Enhance Instruction in Science and All Other Disciplines
Charlotte, NC — Wyoming’s Holy Name Catholic School (HNCS) today announced a new multi-year partnership with global edtech leader Discovery ... Read more
Tutor.com’s On-Demand Tutoring Meets ESSA II Standards, Demonstrating Positive Impacts on Student Grades and Attendance
NEW YORK — Tutor.com, one of the world’s largest and most innovative online tutoring organizations, announced that it satisfies Level ... Read more
65 predictions about edtech trends in 2024
As we wave farewell to 2023, we're looking ahead to edtech trends in 2024 with optimism for education as a whole. Moving away from the pandemic, educators still grapple…
65 predictions about edtech trends in 2024
As we wave farewell to 2023, we're looking ahead to edtech trends in 2024 with optimism for education as a whole. Moving away from the pandemic, educators still grapple…
5 major education trends in 2023
With the start of a new year and education conference season just beginning, educators and industry leaders are discovering the biggest education trends for 2023. The past few…
How we can improve literacy through student engagement
In this episode of Innovations in Education, Madeleine Mortimore, Global Education Innovation and Research Lead for Logitech details how classroom technologies, if used properly, can increase student engagement…
Learning enters the metaverse with “Mission: Mars” Roblox experience
The Museum of Science, Boston is making its first move into the world of immersive online education with its launch of “Mission: Mars,” an educational experience on Roblox,…
Where does blended learning fit in post-pandemic classrooms?
A recently released white paper “Building Back Stronger: New Thinking and Technologies Reshaping Education,” delves into the myriad ways K-12 schools are embracing different methodologies and cutting-edge technologies…