5 ways to use inquiry-based learning to make math more relevant
One of the joys of being an educator is embracing all the differences every student brings to the classroom, while teaching them to celebrate those unique traits in…
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What Technology or Teaching Tools Do You Use to Enhance Your Teaching?
In the dynamic realm of K-12 education, leveraging technology tools for teaching and learning is essential for creating engaging and effective learning environments.
Bluepoint Wind Awards $10,000 in Grants to New Jersey Teachers for Renewable Energy STEM Kits
Newark, NJ – Offshore wind company Bluepoint Wind is announcing today the winners of grants to further STEM education for ... Read more
Abbott Elementary and a push for Black educator representation
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…
Two Remarkable Educators Honored with YouScience® Innovative Educator Award
AMERICAN FORK, Utah /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — In recognition of their exceptional contributions in guiding and inspiring students, Margaret Rice of Washougal School District in Washington and Kathy Peres of ... Read more
HSPA named a 5-Star Innovative School 2023 in The Educator report for Mastery Learning
MELBOURNE, VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA/EINPresswire.com/ — Edalex, the company powering organisations’ single source of truth for skills and learning data, enthusiastically congratulates ... Read more
Is generative AI a beacon for more accessible education?
Teachers are recognizing that when implemented ethically and with thoughtful consideration, AI can help students with special needs, learning disabilities, and language barriers.
This heroic superintendent won’t quit in the pursuit of district excellence
Dr. Jesus Jara is a passionate educator who serves as Superintendent of Clark County School District (CCSD), the 5th largest school district in the nation educating more than…
How one hero educator gives students workforce skills and experience
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…
Teacher helps implement the science of reading ‘one bite at a time’
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 Q&A: Strengthening PD with AI
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.
Empowering educators through holistic 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 burnout persists, but solutions are emerging
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.
The case for ChatGPT as the ultimate educator’s toolkit
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
Districts brace for fiscal cliff as COVID relief funding nears an end
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…
The intersection of the science of reading and edtech
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…
5 edtech tools to save time this year
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…
The Future of Canvas
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…
Finalists Announced for “Educators Pick Best of STEM® 2023” Awards
(Portland, OR) – The Teich Group and Catapult X announce the finalists for the Educators Pick Best of STEM® 2023 ... Read more
4 engaging assessment ideas for middle and high school
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…
Introducing My PowerSchool: An Intuitive User Experience Empowering Families, Staff, and Administrators
FOLSOM, CALIF. – PowerSchool (NYSE: PWSC), the leading provider of cloud-based software for K-12 education in North America, today announced the ... Read more
3 ways to keep students reading this summer
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…
Michigan EdTech Pitch Contest awards $22,000 to five education innovators
LANSING, Mich. — Edtech innovators from Spelling Safari have been chosen as the winners of the second annual Michigan EdTech ... Read more
Certiport Recognizes Washington Teacher as Educator of the Year
Salt Lake City — Certiport, a Pearson VUE business and the leading provider of performance-based IT certification exams that accelerate ... Read more
How 5G connectivity supports K-12 innovation—now, and in the future
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…
ISTELive, Abbott Elementary, and a push for Black educator representation
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…
Education Leaders in Yonkers, NY, and Henderson, TN, Win Inaugural YouScience® Innovative Educator Awards
AMERICAN FORK, UTAH (PRWEB) — Two respected educators have been named the inaugural recipients of the YouScience® Innovative Educator Award, recognizing ... Read more
5 to thrive: SEL resources to help students grow
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
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
Take a peek inside this teacher’s Escape Room learning challenges
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.
Harnessing edtech for deeper science engagement
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
MindSpark is addressing the shortage of educators qualified to teach STEM and Computer Science. Our STEMpath graduate certificate upskills educators ... Read more
IXL Learning Acquires Teachers Pay Teachers, the World’s Largest Platform for Educator-Created Content
SAN MATEO, California and NEW YORK, New York — IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by millions of ... Read more
Nearpod Announces the 2022 Educator of the Year Award Winners
FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. (PRWEB) — Nearpod, a Renaissance company and a teacher-centric, interactive instructional platform that gives teachers real-time insights ... Read more
My top 3 digital science lab resources
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…
Leading American Educator And Journalist, Esther Wojcicki, Joins Award-Winning Edtech Startup Pressto Ai
New York, NY — EdTech startup Pressto AI is thrilled to announce that Esther Wojcicki will be joining the leadership ... Read more
7 Mindsets Announces Key Additions to Executive Leadership Team Amidst Growth
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
STEM Careers Coalition Offering Educators No-Cost Resources to Celebrate Black STEM Leaders During Black History Month
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 is an educator essential
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…
Mississippi Principal Named Curriculum Associates’ 2023 Inspire Award Winner
NORTH BILLERICA, Mass.—Dr. Kiana Pendleton, principal of Laurel Magnet School of the Arts in the Laurel School District in Laurel, ... Read more