educational technology Archives

The Tennessee Educational Technology Association: A blueprint for success

July 9, 2025 by Simon Weller, UDT

For K-12 professional organizations, a commitment to professional growth and support benefits school districts as edtech evolves.

Since its official founding in 1994, the Tennessee Educational Technology Association (TETA) has been a driving force in uniting K-12 leaders across the state, championing the advancement of…

Live @ ISTE 2025

ISTE Takeaways—What It Takes To Win the Impact Award

July 8, 2025July 3, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

Jean-Claude, one of the recipients of the prestigious 2025 Impact award, highlighted three key ISTE takeaways: co-design in educational technology, ... Read more

AI in Education

New partnership trains Michigan teachers for AI innovation

June 27, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

The collaboration will support AI readiness in schools via the state’s existing network of instructional and educational technology coaches.

A new partnership between Michigan Virtual and the AI Education Project (aiEDU) will position Michigan for successful innovation opportunities within the AI in education space.

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ISTELive 25: Let’s Get on With the Show!

June 30, 2025June 25, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

Who better than Richard Culatta, CEO of ISTE+ASCD, to give you the lowdown of what to expect this week at ... Read more

Live @ ISTE 2025

Showfloor News: Breaking Down Language Barriers

June 23, 2025June 23, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

Encore Data Products is set to showcase its latest educational technology at the ISTE 2025 conference. One of the most ... Read more

Literacy

From school year to summer: Why reliable edtech matters to boost literacy

June 11, 2025June 11, 2025 by Judy Boone, Irving Independent School District

Literacy is not confined to English Language Arts--in fact, every teacher is a reading teacher, and reliable edtech is key.

There’s something to be said for legacy platforms that not only stand the test of time but continue to evolve in ways that meet the shifting needs of…

Digital Learning Tools

With classroom tech, meet students where they are

June 2, 2025 by Dr. Gregory Stephens, Rust College and Mississippi State University

Technology in the classroom should drive student engagement strategies while guiding students toward deeper understanding.

Technology in the classroom has transformed how students learn and how teachers teach. What once was a space filled with lectures, textbooks, and rigid routines has evolved into…

How Palo Verde USD and Bluum Transformed Learning in California’s Desert

July 22, 2025May 9, 2025 by Jeff Festa

In California’s eastern desert, a strategic partnership is demonstrating how rural schools can leverage educational technology to overcome geographic ... Read more

Innovation Insights

What the End of DoED Means for the EdTech Industry

April 17, 2025April 3, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

The Fed’s influence over school districts had implications beyond just funding and data. Eliminating The Office of Education Technology (OET) ... Read more

Tech Transformation: One School District’s Guide to Implementing Interactive Flat Panels

April 30, 2025March 12, 2025 by Jeff Festa

Modernizing classroom technology can be a challenging but rewarding process. Gibram “German” Alvarez, Network Technology Specialist in the IT ... Read more

Edtech Trends

Edtech teaching strategies that drive sustainability

December 9, 2025February 12, 2025 by Sam Bowman, Contributing Writer

Integrating edtech learning strategies into classrooms brings sustainability and enhanced learning experiences to the forefront.

Educational technology, or edtech, has reshaped how educators teach, offering opportunities to create more sustainable and impactful learning environments.

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Iterate.ai Partners with jp.ik to Bring Secure AI Solutions to the Global Education Market

January 14, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

SAN JOSE, Calif. (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Iterate.ai, whose AI solutions enable enterprises to build production-ready applications and ready-to-use products for private ... Read more

Literacy

How AI is transforming learning for dyslexic students

December 4, 2024 by Samay Bhojwani, University of Nebraska–Lincoln

As schools continue to adopt AI-driven tools, educators can close the accessibility gap and help dyslexic students thrive.

For dyslexic students, the traditional educational system--often reliant on heavy reading loads and conventional assessments--can be particularly overwhelming.

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…

E-rate Funding

E-rate funding supports essential learning at a critical time, survey finds

November 4, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Findings unveil E-rate funding data and its impact on internet connectivity and digital learning in U.S. schools and libraries.

Federal E-rate funding remains an essential function in bridging the digital divide, particularly for rural and underserved communities, according to an annual report from Funds For Learning.

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Greenville County Schools Partners With Hats & Ladders To Prepare Students For Lifelong Career Success

October 9, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Greenville, SC – Greenville County Schools (GCS) is joining forces with Hats &Ladders, an innovative educational technology company, to revolutionize ... Read more

Education Technology

How Does Technology Improve Efficiency in the Classroom?

September 26, 2024 by ESchool News

Educational technology improves efficiency in the classroom by streamlining administrative tasks, facilitating real-time assessments, and automating grading.

Education Technology

Why is Educational Technology Important in the Classroom?

September 26, 2024 by ESchool News

Educational technology transforms learning by increasing engagement, personalizing instruction, and expanding access to resources. It facilitates interactive and dynamic teaching methods, supports diverse learning needs, and prepares students…

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.

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

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Anthology Sets New Standard in EdTech with Latest Blackboard® LMS Release, Emphasizing AI Literacy, Instructor Efficiency, and Student Success

July 26, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Orlando, Florida – Anthology, the leading educational technology company, revealed the latest iteration of its Learning Management System (LMS), Blackboard, at ... Read more

DEIA (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Access)

Friday 5: Digital equity in schools

May 24, 2024 by Laura Ascione

Digital equity in schools remains a major goal--and a major challenge--across the nation, with many longstanding barriers in the way.

Digital equity in schools is centered around the idea that all children should have access to the digital components necessary to support learning and to help them build…

AI in Education

How AI tutoring personalizes learning for students

May 16, 2024 by Sam Bowman, Contributing Writer

Though AI tutoring systems are still in their infancy, many educators predict they will quickly reshape how students learn.

Emerging artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming a powerful driving force behind educational technology, fundamentally shifting educational dynamics and how students learn and receive support.

Digital Learning Tools

5 digital resources to inspire curiosity and engage students

April 30, 2024 by Rita Mortenson, Verona Area High School

Educators can look to digital resources to spark students' curiosity and motivate them to engage with instruction.

Post-pandemic, educators in my district report that there has been a decline in student engagement. As educators, it is incumbent upon us to spark student’s curiosity so that…

Live @ CoSN2024

Safety First

April 8, 2024 by Kevin Hogan

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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Raising Bids to Raise the Bar in Edtech

April 2, 2024March 28, 2024 by Kevin Hogan

A large part of CoSN’s mission is to participate in edtech-related policy discussions at both national and state levels. Their ... Read more

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Savvas Learning Company Named to the 2024 GSV 150 of Top-Growth Companies

March 11, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

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

Edtech Trends

5 FETC 2024 sessions that grabbed our attention

January 10, 2024January 10, 2024 by Laura Ascione

FETC 2024 conference sessions and keynotes will connect attendees with need-to-know details on the latest edtech innovations.

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…

Digital Learning

What is an Educational Technology Tool?

January 3, 2024 by ESchool News

Technology tools in K-12 education have revolutionized traditional teaching methods, offering innovative solutions to enhance learning in the digital age. From interactive whiteboards and educational apps to virtual…

K-12 Tech Innovation News

The Impact of Technology on Education

December 11, 2023 by Laura Ascione

Technology's impact on K-12 education has been transformative, ushering in a new era of learning characterized by enhanced accessibility, engagement, and personalized instruction. In recent years, K-12 tech…

Education Policy & Funding

How to find the right edtech tools for public schools

November 29, 2023 by Nadav Avni, CMO, Radix Technologies

Discover the ideal edtech tools for public schools, even with limited funding--navigate the landscape of educational technology on a budget.

Do public schools have the means to adopt the latest edtech for modern teaching? After all, the days of chalkboards and lightbulb-powered screen projectors are long gone. And…

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Acceleration Academies Appoints Kelli Campbell as New Chief Executive Officer

November 22, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

Chicago, IL – Acceleration Academies, the nation’s leading provider of tech-enabled flexible education, announced today that Kelli Campbell will assume ... Read more

Curriculum & Assessment

Data really is the secret sauce in the K-12 classroom

November 30, 2023November 14, 2023 by Christine Cyporyn, Title I and MTSS Coordinator, Waterford School District

Our access to reliable data--and our ability to help students--improved once we had a unified literacy program in place in the K-12 classroom

Along with all of the edtech that’s made its way into the K-12 classroom over the last 10 years, we also now have a constant stream of useful,…

Teacher Professional Development

Teacher Q&A: Strengthening PD with AI

October 11, 2023 by Laura Ascione

Artificial intelligence and AI coaching in PD is guiding teachers through a self-coaching cycle aligned to common growth areas.

Just like educational technology is continually advancing, so are best practices for supporting teachers in classrooms. Professional development needs to be relevant, engaging, and personalized.

Innovation Insights

How To Beat Teacher Tech Resistance

August 29, 2023August 25, 2023 by Kevin Hogan

There are plenty of ways administrators can take proactive take steps to make school as conducive as possible to teachers with disabilities.

Julianne Ross-Kleinmann, data analysis & technology integration specialist at Ulster BOCES in New York, shares her experiences encouraging tech-hesitant teachers to embrace technology that improves teaching and learning.

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West Virginia Department of Education selects Istation’s ISIP™ Assessment for Reading, Math, and Dyslexia Screening

July 19, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

Dallas, TX (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Istation, a leader in educational technology, announced today that the West Virginia Department of Education ... Read more

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Rise Vision Named “Student Safety Solution Provider of The Year” in 2023 EdTech Breakthrough Awards Program

June 9, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

(June 08, 2023) –– Rise Vision, the #1 digital signage software solution for schools, announced that it has been named ... Read more

Digital Literacy

Students need freedom to develop critical skills with edtech

January 4, 2024March 31, 2023 by Rick Cave, Retired Director of Technology, West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District

Giving students the power to access digital and edtech tools on demand will require a shift in how teachers design instruction.

After decades of working with educational technology, I've come to the realization that technology will have its greatest impact in the classroom when educators allow learners to use…

K-12 Cybersecurity

In cybersecurity, balancing vigilance with access

January 16, 2023 by Steven M. Baule, Ed.D., Ph.D.

Cybersecurity is essential for all organizations, but security cannot be valued more than usability

Cybersecurity is at the forefront of IT issues to be addressed over the next year. Nearly every list of major IT or educational technology issues for 2023 includes…

Edtech Trends

Edtech trends are enabling more diverse learning

December 5, 2022November 14, 2022 by Annie Laura Smith, Former Learning Skills Specialist, University of Texas, Dallas

Edtech allows students to increase their level of technological literacy and also encourages learning outside of the classroom environment

Edtech is the combination of IT tools and educational practices aimed at facilitating scalable individualized learning. It comprises the whole world of computer-aided education and training, along with…

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