Helping science-averse teachers integrate STEM and literacy
As a former middle school math teacher, I've witnessed firsthand how STEM education and literacy can work together to create powerful learning experiences.
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3 things you didn’t know your classroom management software could do
It's almost a truism among educators to say that classroom management is all about relationship management. Learning requires a great deal of vulnerability, and there's no doubt that…
Maximize Your California Educator Professional Development Investments
A comprehensive professional development program enhances educator capacity by addressing non-academic barriers to learning, enhancing teaching techniques, and fostering ... Read more
Survey shows skyrocketing AI use in education
Educators continue to feel confident about integrating technology into their instruction, and say they approach AI use with cautious optimism--with many planning to use it more
Moving beyond compliance: Building relationships in education
The current system continues to incentivize and pressure teachers to focus on compliance--fitting kids into neat boxes, sticking to standards, and checking off those never-ending lists.
How this educator integrates Dungeons & Dragons into the curriculum
I grew up in the 1980s, and Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) was a big part of my teenage years. I was definitely a kid who fell through the…
Is your state one of WalletHub’s best states for teachers?
To say teaching is a demanding and often under-appreciated career goes without saying. And despite calls for higher educator salaries and more support, not all states offer the…
Schools must do more to help families overcome language barriers
It’s a well-documented fact that children experience better academic achievement and social adjustment when parents are involved in their education, but navigating a school system can be challenging.
The joy of teaching and educator well-being
Across the country, teachers like you are decorating classrooms, creating lesson plans, and preparing for new students. You have invested numerous hours planning how to help students learn and…
School safety impacts achievement, instructional time, educator retention
Although 77 percent of educators and administrators say they believe school safety significantly impacts staff retention and recruitment, only 33 percent feel that their school or district highly…
MIND Education Enhances Flagship Math Program ST Math with Transformative Back-to-School Upgrades
IRVINE, Calif. — MIND Education, a leader in neuroscience-driven math education solutions, has released transformative upgrades to the ST Math ... Read more
Addressing Early Ed Issues
Any educator will tell you that when it comes to student behavior, the pandemic isn’t over yet, especially regarding early ... Read more
Ello Partners with Civic Suds to Promote Literacy and Get Families Reading While at Local Laundromats Throughout the DC Area
SAN FRANCISCO (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ello, developer of the world’s most advanced AI reading app, announced a new partnership with ... Read more
Michigan Virtual survey highlights K-12 educators’ AI beliefs, needs
A Michigan Virtual survey of more than 1,000 educators from classrooms, districts, and support organizations found higher trust in AI among building and district administrators than within teacher…
How Canva makes my life as an educator easier
By now, you have likely heard of Canva (if you haven’t, please check out this resource, then come back). A couple of years ago, I was introduced to…
Bringing real-life skills to virtual special education
As an educator who has been teaching before the COVID-19 pandemic, I have seen firsthand the unique challenges and opportunities that come with this mode of instruction.
Teachers say AI usage has surged since the school year started
Fifty percent of educators reported an increase in AI usage, by both students and teachers, over the 2023-24 school year, according to The 2024 Educator AI Report: Perceptions,…
Renaissance Launches Powerful New Teacher Experience for the 2024‒2025 School Year
BLOOMINGTON, MN – Renaissance, a global leader in pre-K–12 education technology resources and insights, announces the launch of Renaissance Next, ... Read more
5 ways to restore your passion for teaching
Most of a teacher’s time and energy are tied up in the classroom. Throughout the year, we pour ourselves into constructing lessons, exploring new tools, and fostering a…
From musician to U.S. Department of Education leader: A Q&A with Dr. James Lane
Running a school district is a lot like conducting an orchestra; it's all about bringing out the best in every player. That’s according to Dr. James Lane, who…
Teachers’ job stress has improved to pre-pandemic levels–they’re still pretty stressed out
Teachers work more hours and experience more stress on the job than similar working adults. For their trouble, they earn less money on average than other workers whose…
Metrics, not just technology, will determine who gains from AI’s productivity gains
At the Christensen Institute, we’ve long argued that when a technological innovation emerges, the path it follows is rarely about the technology itself, but about the model wrapped…
Leveraging connectivity to tackle K-12’s biggest challenges
Even before the pandemic, education leaders championed the necessity of strong internet connectivity in schools and communities. This need skyrocketed with the nation’s move to online and hybrid…
Innovative solutions to meet diverse student needs
The demand for special education services is increasing, particularly in the wake of the pandemic. The staff who provide those services, however, are becoming fewer and farther between.
Why special educators are key to behavioral equity and inclusion
Educators today are trying to manage a new wave of student behavior, and it’s proving to be one of the toughest parts of their job.
Equitable learning with small-group instruction and student-tracking
In the realm of education, balancing instructional strategies like small-group instruction and student-tracking presents both challenges and opportunities for fostering equitable learning environments.
4 educator reflections on the 2023-2024 school year
The end of the school year naturally inspires a period of reflection among educators, particularly as we close the door on a year that saw challenges around equity…
Friday 5: Teacher stress
Educators have never had an easy job, but teacher stress and burnout are at chart-topping levels in schools across the nation.
5 digital resources to inspire curiosity and engage students
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…
Educators Honored with YouScience® Innovative Educator Award
AMERICAN FORK, Utah – YouScience®,the leading technology provider dedicated to solving the skills gap crisis for students and employers, is ... Read more
4 ways to encourage play in education
As a longtime educator, I’ve witnessed firsthand the incredible benefits that play can have in a K–8 classroom. Unstructured play is how students learn to interact with the…
It’s time to pay student teachers
I fell in love with teaching while working as an assistant educator at a preschool 16 years ago. I had not studied education, so I enrolled in an…
SchoolStatus Launches SchoolStatus Boost, an Innovative Educator Development Solution for Enhanced Teacher Growth and Development
RIDGELAND, Miss./PRNewswire/ — SchoolStatus, a leader in K-12 data-driven solutions that empower student success, announced the launch of SchoolStatus Boost, ... Read more
Michigan Virtual’s statewide workgroup releasing AI guidance for K-12 educators
Alongside statewide education partners, the nonprofit Michigan Virtual has released a sample K-12 AI Guidance document that specifically addresses educators’ approach to AI use.
3 key strategies for district leaders to build a resilient educator workforce
Research shows that “when it comes to student performance on reading and math tests, teachers are estimated to have two to three times the effect of any other school…
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.
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?
Enhancing classroom learning with interactive maps
As most teachers will tell you, in the post-Covid world, technology is an everyday part of education. It has undeniably transformed the way educators engage students and deliver…
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…
Friday 5: Strategies to promote student success
Student success is at the top of every educator's mind--particularly as research is still emerging about the pandemic's impact on learning loss.