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How one hero educator gives students workforce skills and experience

October 26, 2023 by Laura Ascione

Learn more about how this eSN K-12 Hero Awards Winner emphasizes workforce readiness through hands-on learning and industry experiences.

Tom Lamont is the painting and design technology instructor at Blackstone Valley Regional Vocational Technical High School (BVT), in Upton, Massachusetts. Mr. Lamont offers his vocational high school…

Literacy

Teacher helps implement the science of reading ‘one bite at a time’

October 20, 2023October 20, 2023 by Aleksandra Appleton, Chalkbeat Indiana

Indiana is in the midst of a statewide push to train more teachers in the science of reading with the goal of improving literacy rates.

Indiana is in the midst of an enormous undertaking to improve literacy rates. The approach: Align state standards, curriculum, and teacher training programs with practices rooted in the…

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.

Teacher Professional Development

Empowering educators through holistic teacher PD

October 4, 2023 by Jessica Petersen General Manager, Professional Development Services, Catapult Learning

Balancing teacher workload and maximizing the outcomes of teacher PD requires a thoughtful and holistic approach to teacher PD.

As leaders, it’s imperative we remain focused on providing educators what they need to succeed as the education landscape continues to evolve. To truly excel in this dynamic…

Teacher Well-Being

Teacher burnout persists, but solutions are emerging

September 22, 2023 by American Federation of Teachers

As the national teacher shortage continues, more than 1,000 educators suggest solutions to improve well-being and address teacher burnout.

The AFT and Educators Thriving for a yearlong study culminating in a new report, “Beyond Burnout,” which details research-based solutions to improve the chronic levels of stress and burnout.

AI in Education

The case for ChatGPT as the ultimate educator’s toolkit

December 11, 2023September 20, 2023 by Julia Lang, Tulane University and Dustin Liu, Stanford University

When preparing students for the future of work with career education, educators must be familiar with generative AI tools such as ChatGPT.

Innovations that have transformed education have often been met with skepticism. Just look at Sesame Street, which was once considered a wild, controversial experiment leveraging television for learning

Education Policy & Funding

Districts brace for fiscal cliff as COVID relief funding nears an end

September 8, 2023September 8, 2023 by Laura Ascione

Inflation and educator feedback are among top considerations in adjusting spending for the new school year as ARP spending deadlines near.

With one year remaining to spend close to $200 billion in federal COVID relief funds, more than half of school district leaders are shifting their American Rescue Plan…

Literacy

The intersection of the science of reading and edtech

September 5, 2023 by Karen Beerer, Ed.D., Senior Vice President, Statewide and Strategic Partnerships, Discovery Education

Blending digital edtech supports in the science of reading can yield positive and lasting results on students’ academic gains

As the single most-discussed topic in education at this moment, the science of reading has been a focus of intense interest in state legislatures nationwide. Specifically, as of…

Edtech Trends

5 edtech tools to save time this year

September 4, 2023 by Jennifer Hall, Digital Learning Specialist, Atlanta Public Schools & Creator, Tech Tips 411

Time is a teacher's most valuable tool--using edtech tools streamlines processes, allowing for more direct and one-on-one instruction.

Back-to-school and the first weeks of the new year are definitely busy for teachers as they are diligently preparing lesson plans and getting to know their students–all while…

Innovation Insights

The Future of Canvas

August 11, 2023 by Kevin Hogan

I had the opportunity to attend InStructure Con23 in Denver last month—the company's first user conference since the pandemic—and met many educators, partner companies, and senior leadership including…

Newsline

Finalists Announced for “Educators Pick Best of STEM® 2023” Awards

August 11, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

(Portland, OR) – The Teich Group and Catapult X announce the finalists for the Educators Pick Best of STEM® 2023 ... Read more

Curriculum & Assessment

4 engaging assessment ideas for middle and high school

August 11, 2023August 11, 2023 by Matthew Kloosterman, MYP English Language and Literature Educator, Shenzhen, China

When it comes to assessments, giving students a choice can help them take ownership of learning as they select the best way to demonstrate mastery via an assessment.

As an educator and leader who grades holistically, it becomes important to consider how to create well rounded assessments that offer students myriad different opportunities to demonstrate their…

Newsline

Introducing My PowerSchool: An Intuitive User Experience Empowering Families, Staff, and Administrators

July 14, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

FOLSOM, CALIF. – PowerSchool (NYSE: PWSC), the leading provider of cloud-based software for K-12 education in North America, today announced the ... Read more

Literacy

3 ways to keep students reading this summer

July 6, 2023July 5, 2023 by Trina Cornell, Reading Specialist, Holman Middle School, Kristen Hagemeier Reading Specialist, Holman Middle School & Jackie Ramey Reading Specialist, Holman Middle School

In and outside of the classroom, and especially over the summer, encourage students to love reading by helping them read what they love.

It’s been great to see students’ faces back in-person collaborating with one another and their teachers, but there’s no doubt the pandemic has impacted their academic and emotional…

Newsline

Michigan EdTech Pitch Contest awards $22,000 to five education innovators

June 30, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

LANSING, Mich. — Edtech innovators from Spelling Safari have been chosen as the winners of the second annual Michigan EdTech ... Read more

Newsline

Certiport Recognizes Washington Teacher as Educator of the Year

June 30, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

Salt Lake City — Certiport, a Pearson VUE business and the leading provider of performance-based IT certification exams that accelerate ... Read more

Internet Connectivity

How 5G connectivity supports K-12 innovation—now, and in the future

June 28, 2023 by Laura Ascione

The nation's equity gap is growing--but school districts are partnering with tech companies to ensure students have access to high-speed internet connectivity

Having reliable, high-speed internet access isn’t a privilege—it’s an absolute essential right for students if they are to have access to the digital learning resources and tools that…

DEIA (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Access)

ISTELive, Abbott Elementary, and a push for Black educator representation

June 27, 2023 by Laura Ascione

During ISTELive 23, panelists discussed the need for students to see themselves in their teachers--and the need for Black educators.

Representation matters, and when students have educators who look like them, it does wonders for their learning experience. At ISTELive 23’s opening mainstage event, featured speakers sat down…

Newsline

Education Leaders in Yonkers, NY, and Henderson, TN, Win Inaugural YouScience® Innovative Educator Awards

June 21, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

AMERICAN FORK, UTAH (PRWEB) — Two respected educators have been named the inaugural recipients of the YouScience® Innovative Educator Award, recognizing ... Read more

SEL Trends

5 to thrive: SEL resources to help students grow

June 14, 2023 by Jamie MacPherson, Learning Solution Specialist, Van Andel Institute for Education

Social-emotional learning (SEL) can seem intimidating at first, but with the right resources, it helps students and their learning.

Every educator hopes to equip their students with the knowledge they need to thrive as a healthy adult. It’s a daunting task, especially considering there is so much…

Increase Student Engagement with 21 Hands-On Science Experiments

October 11, 2023June 7, 2023 by Jeff Festa

Download 21 educator-tested experiments to engage your students in hands-on science learning with Vernier technology. This e-book includes experiments in ... Read more

Digital Learning Tools

Take a peek inside this teacher’s Escape Room learning challenges

May 1, 2023 by Laura Ascione

A high school educator's interactive Hunger Games-themed escape rooms require students to complete gaming-style learning challenges to unlock the next activity

Escape rooms are engaging for people of all ages—they require durable skills such as creativity, critical thinking, determination, and the ability to work in groups to solve challenges.

Digital Learning Tools

Harnessing edtech for deeper science engagement

April 4, 2023 by Cynthia Long, K-12 Coordinator of Science, Florida

Combining interactive edtech resources with student choice will encourage engagement, ownership, and ultimately academic success

Throughout my career as a science educator in Colorado, Washington, and now in Florida, I've collaborated with many tremendous educators to solve the challenge of engaging students in…

Cybersecurity and Computer Science certification for any educator

May 17, 2023March 31, 2023 by Jeff Festa

MindSpark is addressing the shortage of educators qualified to teach STEM and Computer Science. Our STEMpath graduate certificate upskills educators ... Read more

Newsline

IXL Learning Acquires Teachers Pay Teachers, the World’s Largest Platform for Educator-Created Content

March 14, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

SAN MATEO, California and NEW YORK, New York — IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by millions of ... Read more

Newsline

Nearpod Announces the 2022 Educator of the Year Award Winners

March 12, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. (PRWEB) — Nearpod, a Renaissance company and a teacher-centric, interactive instructional platform that gives teachers real-time insights ... Read more

Digital Learning Tools

My top 3 digital science lab resources

March 6, 2023 by Cristi Watkins Sims, Department Chair & AP Biology Teacher, Arizona

It can be challenging to find digital learning tools that specifically support lab science, but these resources fit the bill

As a former Molecular Biologist turned college and 7-12 educator, I have taught laboratory science classes for the past 3 decades. I’ve seen a lot of changes in…

Newsline

Leading American Educator And Journalist, Esther Wojcicki, Joins Award-Winning Edtech Startup Pressto Ai

February 20, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

New York, NY — EdTech startup Pressto AI is thrilled to announce that Esther Wojcicki will be joining the leadership ... Read more

Newsline

7 Mindsets Announces Key Additions to Executive Leadership Team Amidst Growth

February 17, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

ROSWELL, Ga. — 7 Mindsets, the leader in Pre-K-12 mindsets-based learning and well-being solutions, today announced the extension of its ... Read more

Newsline

STEM Careers Coalition Offering Educators No-Cost Resources to Celebrate Black STEM Leaders During Black History Month

February 1, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

NC — The STEM Careers Coalition™ – the first-of-its-kind national STEM initiative powered by corporate leaders and anchored in schools by ... Read more

SEL & Well-Being

SEL is an educator essential

January 25, 2023 by Dr. Marissa Prather, Director of STEM and Fine Arts, Douglas County Schools

Schools are turning to SEL as one way to help students develop critical skills for academic and social success

Social-emotional learning (SEL) is an approach to learning that focuses on the social and emotional skills necessary for students to succeed in school and life. SEL is not…

Newsline

Mississippi Principal Named Curriculum Associates’ 2023 Inspire Award Winner

January 19, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

NORTH BILLERICA, Mass.—Dr. Kiana Pendleton, principal of Laurel Magnet School of the Arts in the Laurel School District in Laurel, ... Read more

Newsline

Curriculum Associates Names 31 Exemplar Teachers to Its 2023 Class of Extraordinary Educators™

January 4, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

NORTH BILLERICA, Mass.—Curriculum Associates recently named its 2023 class of Extraordinary Educators, an annual program that celebrates and connects exemplar ... Read more

Newsline

National Alliance of Black School Educators Names Patricia Smith of St Charles Parish Public Schools the 2022 NABSE $10,000 Scholarship Award Recipient

January 3, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

NORTH BILLERICA, Mass.—The National Alliance of Black School Educators (NABSE) recently named Patricia Smith, director of federal programs for St. ... Read more

STEM & STEAM Trends

STEM learning makes this educator shine

December 22, 2022 by Laura Ascione

One of three eSN K-12 Hero Awards winners and nominated by Bluum, Kim Leblanc was selected for the innovative STEM learning initiatives she champions in her district and…

Online & Hybrid Learning

5 components of a great hybrid learning program

January 4, 2024December 19, 2022 by Kaley Zuniga, Live Teacher and Content Coach, Stride Inc.

Communication and creativity are key when it comes to establishing a warm and welcoming hybrid learning classroom.

Over the past year and a half, “hybrid learning” has become quite the buzzword when it comes to education. With the COVID-19 pandemic impacting learners across the world,…

Teaching Trends

How to keep your students weird

December 8, 2022 by Ben Talsma, Learning Solution Specialist, Van Andel Institute for Education

It’s great to be weird—here are three strategies educators can use to help students embrace their weirdness

Every educator knows that weirdness is what makes our students grow. After all, curiosity, creativity, and critical thought don’t bloom in a stagnant mind. So instead of wringing…

Teacher Professional Development

6 reasons to improve teacher and principal evaluation policies

December 7, 2022 by Nicole Gerber, NCTQ

New data and analysis released by the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ) finds ample opportunities for improvement in states’ teacher and principal evaluation policies. With educator quality…

SEL Trends

5 science lessons that foster students’ social-emotional growth

January 25, 2023November 21, 2022 by John Oosterman & Dawn McCotter, Van Andel Institute for Education

With a little intentionality and planning, social-emotional learning skills can be implemented into any content area.

It’s been said, “If a child can do advanced math, speak three languages, or receive top grades, but can’t manage their emotions, practice conflict resolution, or handle stress,…

Emergency Planning & Response

3 ways schools play a vital role in community safety

December 7, 2022November 8, 2022 by Sam Bowman, Contributing Writer, eSchool News

Local schools can uplift safety in the community, providing a place outside of traditional school hours for children and families to feel secure

Schools do so much for a community. They provide a safe place for children to learn and grow each day, filled with educators who truly care. However, as…

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