AI in Education: Beyond the Hype Cycle
We just can’t get away from it. AI continues to take the oxygen out of every edtech conversation. Even the ... Read more
Education
How 4 districts use AI tools to transform education
Simply put, AI can do a lot--it can personalize learning, help students expand on ideas for assignments, and reduce time spent on administrative tasks, freeing up educators to…
What I learned building an AI tool for my own kids (and millions more worldwide)
A recent survey found that 88 percent of U.S. parents believe AI is essential to their children’s education, but most aren’t even sure whether the technology is being…
CoSN State Chapters Grow With Additions of MACE and CoSNE
Washington, D.C.– CoSN today announced that the Mid-America Association for Computers in Education ( MACE) and the Nebraska Chapter of ... Read more
Can AI help reduce math anxiety?
As AI becomes more widespread in education, more than half of high school students (56 percent) polled think it can go a long way in reducing math anxiety,…
New Slate of Inspiring and Engaging Standards-Aligned Content Added to Discovery Education Experience for Back-to-School 2025
Charlotte, NC— Discovery Education, the creators of indispensable K-12 learning solutions used in classrooms around the world, today announced an ... Read more
Beyond digital literacy: Why K-12 educators must prioritize data literacy
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…
Cybersecurity in K-12 Education
School systems experience nearly daily security incidents with increasing sophistication, resulting in data breaches, financial losses, and operational disruptions. Recent ... Read more
SkillsUSA competitions give students hands-on experience with career skills
The most effective way for students to learn career-ready skills in fields such as advanced manufacturing and robotics is by applying these skills in the context of authentic…
Data shows growing GenAI adoption in K-12
Almost 3 in 5 K-12 educators (55 percent) have positive perceptions about GenAI, despite concerns and perceived risks in its adoption, according to updated data from Cengage Group's…
Unlocking potential: The power of online courses in our school
Our school has built up its course offerings without having to add headcount. Along the way, we’ve also gained a reputation for having a wide selection of general…
Frontline Education Announces Chris Collins as New Chief Customer Officer
Wayne, Pa. (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Frontline Education, a leading provider of administration software purpose-built for educators in K-12, today announced that ... Read more
Leadership is key to protecting student data privacy in 2025
In the year 2025, no one should have to be convinced that protecting data privacy matters. For education institutions, it’s really that simple of a priority--and that complicated.
CoSN 2025 Takeaways, Part 3: Navigating AI Opportunities and Risks
Kevin Kiley, President of Airia, who was at the show introducing Brainfreeze, an AI Platform for Education, thinks we’re at ... Read more
Educators reflect on post-COVID learning
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, Part 2: AI Integration Shifts from “If” to “How” in Education
Want to find out about some of the latest advancements with the most powerful edtech company? Google it! Also, listen ... Read more
How hands-on learning deepens STEM engagement
STEM careers are on the rise. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in STEM occupations is expected to grow by 10.4 percent from 2023 to 2033,…
States must promise their schools don’t use DEI or lose federal money, Trump administration says
The U.S. Department of Education is giving state education agencies 10 days to certify that their schools do not engage in any practices that the administration believes illegally…
Takeaways from CoSN2025: Human Leadership in a World of AI, Part 1
The 2025 Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) Annual Conference went down last week in Seattle, bringing together district technology leaders, ... Read more
Most teachers agree AI is a time-saver
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…
How CTE supports college and career readiness
As a career and technical education (CTE) instructor, I see firsthand how career-focused education provides students with the tools to transition smoothly from high school to college and…
What the End of DoED Means for the EdTech Industry
The Fed’s influence over school districts had implications beyond just funding and data. Eliminating The Office of Education Technology (OET) ... Read more
With AI coaching, a math platform helps students tackle tough concepts
Math is a fundamental part of K-12 education, but students often face significant challenges in mastering increasingly challenging math concepts.
Opportunities in failing: Why K-12 education needs more productive struggle
Throughout my education, I have always been frustrated by busy work--the kind of homework that felt like an obligatory exercise rather than a meaningful learning experience.
Halting education research in the name of ‘government efficiency’ is incredibly inefficient
This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters. In recent weeks, we’ve seen federal ... Read more
Oral Language: An Investment in Student Success
Oral language is the heart of learning yet often remains overlooked. This whitepaper explores key research highlighting the critical ... Read more
Report details uneven AI use among teachers, principals
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…
Five years on: COVID’s impact on schools–and what’s next for education
Five years ago this month, the World Health Organization officially labeled COVID-19 as a pandemic. In response, life as we knew it came to a halt, schools were…
What’s Next for DoEd
It’s not often that I have trouble finding people to discuss the politics of public education. Of course, nothing is ... Read more
The fight for educational equity in the face of federal rollbacks
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…
K-12 student attendance improves, but interventions are still needed
For the first half of the 2024-25 school year, overall K-12 student attendance rates have improved, continuing the progress seen over the past two years, according to a…
Trump signs executive order that aims to close U.S. Department of Education
President Donald Trump has signed a much anticipated executive order that he said is designed to close the U.S. Department of Education.
CoSN 2025: Humans in an AI world
Like it or not, AI is evolving, and it is cementing its place in education. And the CoSN 2025 Conference is preparing attendees to meet the AI challenge…
Product Enhancements from Discovery Education Foster Improved Engagement and Personalization
Charlotte, NC — Discovery Education, the creators of essential K-12 learning solutions used in classrooms around the world, today announced ... Read more
7 sites to boost SEL in the classroom
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…
Post-pandemic, a new era of teaching and learning
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…
5 powerful ways to link STEM lessons to real-world applications
If we want our students to engage with the material in a way that’s memorable, meaningful, and fun, then we need to help them discover why it is…
U.S. Department of Education slashes staff
The U.S. Department of Education announced March 11 that it’s cutting its workforce nearly in half--a move that Education Secretary Linda McMahon said is a first step toward…
Capitalizing on investments: 4 ways to use calculators beyond math class
While calculators are traditionally used in math classrooms, their application can extend to so much more, which ups the value in the investment and helps broaden students’ application…
What’s the state of STEM?
AI is becoming increasingly critical in STEM education, and 96 percent of teachers say they believe AI will become an intrinsic part of education within the next decade,…