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26 insights about what back-to-school season has in store

September 9, 2025September 8, 2025 by Laura Ascione

This back-to-school season, the conversation is not just about new devices or apps, but about how technology and thoughtful innovation can transform education

As the back-to-school season begins, educators and students alike are stepping into classrooms that look and feel increasingly different from just a few years ago. Technology is no…

Better Behavior, Thriving Students

September 18, 2025September 5, 2025 by Jeff Festa

To promote classroom behavior that supports student learning, educators need proactive, practical strategies. The Second Step® behavior mitigation guide ... Read more

District Management

Phones, devices, and the limits of control: Rethinking school device policies

November 7, 2025September 2, 2025 by Emily Smith, HonestWaves

Are we trying to eliminate cell phones in classrooms, or are we trying to teach responsible use via school device policies?

A growing body of research and an even louder chorus of educators point to the same conclusion: students are distracted, they’re disengaged, and their learning is suffering. What’s…

Teacher Professional Development

Tips, tools, and truths: Making PD meaningful in today’s classrooms

August 29, 2025 by Bucky Ware, School District of Newberry County

Choosing PD that aligns with educator goals, as well as exploring tech tools that extend professional learning, are key aspects of effective PD

As a classroom teacher and district leader with over 26 years of experience, I’ve attended countless professional development (PD) sessions. Some were transformative, others forgettable.

AI in Education

In training educators to use AI, we must not outsource the foundational work of teaching

August 26, 2025 by Timothy Cook, Chalkbeat

The problem is not AI or technology; it’s that educators and systems continue prioritizing finished products over messy learning processes.

I was conferencing with a group of students when I heard the excitement building across my third grade classroom. A boy at the back table had been working…

AI in Education

KU researchers publish guidelines to help responsibly implement AI in education

August 20, 2025 by Mike Krings, the University of Kansas

Educators should commit to learner-centered AI implementation that considers all students at all levels of education and abilities.

Researchers at the University of Kansas have produced a set of guidelines to help educators from preschool through higher education responsibly implement artificial intelligence in a way that…

Internet Connectivity

Optical LAN: The silent hero of modern learning

August 20, 2025 by Ana Pesovic, Nokia

The minimum learning requirement today is maximal connectivity--and this is where Optical LAN becomes a game changer.

From immersive AR/VR learning in science labs to hybrid classrooms, real-time collaboration platforms, and remote learning at scale, how students learn and educators teach is changing rapidly.

AI in Education

Most students, educators use AI–but opinions differ on ethical use

August 19, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

A survey reveals an uptick in adoption, attitudes, and access to AI solutions to support the learning journey.

As generative AI continues to gain momentum in education each year, both its adoption and the attitudes toward its use have steadily grown more positive, according to a…

2025 AI in Education – A Microsoft Special Report

September 17, 2025August 16, 2025 by Jeff Festa

To better understand the state of AI in education, Microsoft Education has conducted numerous studies and surveys and collaborated with ... Read more

Teacher Well-Being

Why student engagement starts with teacher clarity

August 14, 2025 by Dr. Mari Braithwaite, Alpine School District

Relationships, expectations, and clarity revealed themselves as critical to boosting and maintaining high levels of student engagement.

In Alpine School District, we serve a wide range of students, from Title I to highly affluent communities. While our population has traditionally been predominantly white and middle…

AI in Education

4 ways AI is empowering the next generation of great teachers

August 13, 2025 by Dr. Alice Waldron, Relay Graduate School of Education

The current teacher shortage is a crisis, but it's also an opportunity to reimagine how we support teachers using AI insight.

How can we best prepare and support our teachers as they navigate increasingly complex classrooms while also dealing with unprecedented burnout and shortages within the profession?

Literacy

Nine in 10 educators back evidence-based reading, but training and implementation lag

August 12, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

A new whitepaper around the science of reading IDs gaps in preparation, uneven curriculum adoption, and high demand for professional learning

While most New York educators enthusiastically support the science of reading, few report using it as their primary approach to literacy instruction, according to a new statewide survey conducted by…

AI in Education

Integrating AI into education is not as daunting as it seems

August 8, 2025 by Melody Schopp, SAS

Lessons on AI and learning from an education veteran who helped educators through several technological transformations.

Forty-some years ago, students sat in straight rows with books, papers, and pencils neatly lined up on their desks. But beginning in the 1990s, educators faced very different…

AI in Education

Just thank ChatGPT: How teens turned a secret tool into a shared success

January 14, 2026August 6, 2025 by Nesreen El-Baz, ESL Educator

AI isn’t going away--it’s already the silent partner in many students’ academic journeys, and educators should support them.

The more we listen to our students, the clearer it becomes: AI is not on the sidelines of learning anymore, it’s at the center. Students are using it…

College and Career Readiness

How to strengthen student workforce readiness with classroom and career connections

August 4, 2025 by Catherine Dunlop, Discovery Education

Educators and leaders must ensure the current education system meets students’ needs and blends academic learning with CTE.

Today’s workforce requires adaptable, skilled individuals with the confidence to creatively apply background knowledge to complex, real-world opportunities.

Literacy

Emergent writing: 3 ways to plant seeds for lifelong literacy

August 4, 2025 by Dr. Christina Bretz, Learning Without Tears

Emergent writing is a critical milestone in early childhood literacy, when children first connect symbols with meaning.

Just as a gardener plants seeds and nurtures them into strong, flourishing plants, early childhood educators have the opportunity to nurture the earliest seeds of literacy in young…

AI in Education

How to avoid cognitive debt by building critical thinking skills

July 29, 2025 by Laura Ascione

Clear instruction, critical dialogue, and process-focused assignments help students use AI in ways that help avoid cognitive debt.

As AI tools become increasingly embedded in K-12 education, they offer personalized learning, real-time feedback, and access to information at unprecedented speed.

Newsline

MIND Education Announces InsightMath, First Comprehensive Math Curriculum Built on How the Brain Learns

July 28, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

IRVINE, Calif. /PRNewswire/ — MIND Education today announced the launch of InsightMath, the only K-6 core math curriculum redefining math instruction with ... Read more

AI in Education

National AI training hub for educators to open, funded by OpenAI and Microsoft

July 25, 2025 by Norah Rami, Chalkbeat

More than 400,000 K-12 educators across the country will get free training in AI through a $23 million partnership between a major teachers union and leading tech companies.

Education Policy & Funding

Why should we care about cuts to funding for science education?

July 25, 2025 by Elizabeth A. Davis, University of Michigan

Meaningful science education is crucial for improving all of our lives, from the lives of children and youth to future and current teachers.

The Trump administration is slashing the funding for new projects focused on STEM education and has terminated hundreds of grants focused on equitable STEM education.

AI in Education

5 AI tools that offer more than hype

July 23, 2025July 23, 2025 by Laura Ascione

High-impact AI tools in education typically provide real-time feedback on student work and adapt instruction based on performance.

The term "AI-powered" is today's most popular buzzword--particularly in education. A growing number of edtech tools now claim to leverage AI, promising smarter, faster, and more personalized learning…

AI in Education

Educators: Lack of infrastructure and vision limit AI’s potential

July 23, 2025 by Laura Ascione

AI, educator burnout, and the future of education are all top focus areas for educators in a recent PowerSchool survey.

AI tools to support and personalize student learning will have the most significant impact on students in the next few years, according to PowerSchool's 2025 National Educator Survey.

STEM & STEAM Trends

Young minds: New teachers’ impact on equitable science learning

July 18, 2025 by Fernanda Pires, University of Michigan

A new study examines how different approaches to equity in science education work together, potentially influencing future teachers and PD.

New elementary teachers who promote equity in science are proving highly effective at engaging students, no matter their background, a new University of Michigan study shows.

AI in Education

Gen Z educators embrace AI tools more often than Gen X

July 16, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

Overall, U.S. educators say AI tools have enhanced classroom engagement, but want clearer guidance on its use in learning.

While educators demonstrate enthusiasm for AI’s efficiency and accessibility benefits--especially younger educators--they also have a desire to preserve the human element in teaching and a demand for clearer…

Digital Learning Tools

5 digital resources to engage students in meaningful learning

July 8, 2025 by Laura Ascione

Digital resources allow educators to establish meaningful learning and connect with students in a way that’s personalized and relevant.

Digital resources--interactive platforms, games, simulations, and multimedia--allow educators to bring subjects alive in ways that foster curiosity, creativity, and a deep understanding of content.

College and Career Readiness

Teachers see online learning as critical for workforce readiness in 2025

July 7, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

High school educators report at least half of their curriculum will focus on skills-based learning to prepare students for future success.

In an era where workforce demands and the needs of high school learners are rapidly evolving, a new survey by Penn Foster Group sheds light on how teachers…

Live @ ISTE 2025

Look Who’s Talking—Bringing STEM Up To Speed

July 3, 2025July 3, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

Tim presented at no less than seven sessions at ISTE this year, focusing on cross-disciplinary STEAM education and meaningful AI ... Read more

AI in Education

Building an educator’s AI toolbox

July 2, 2025July 2, 2025 by Laura Ascione

Enhance engagement, personalize instruction, and streamline tasks with AI tools that support smarter, more efficient classroom learning.

It seems like everywhere you look, AI is there--and classrooms are no exception. During an ISTELive 25 session, Eric Curts, a technology integration specialist with the Stark Portage…

Live @ ISTE 2025

Showfloor News: Avantis Education showcases immersive VR experiences and new ClassVR headsets

July 1, 2025 by Laura Ascione

Avantis Education, a global leader in Virtual and Augmented Reality (VR/AR) technology for K–12 schools, unveiled the engaging Future Forests ... Read more

Live @ ISTE 2025

Showfloor News: Samsung empowers educators with technology, solutions, and professional development

July 1, 2025 by Laura Ascione

Samsung Electronics is exhibiting its latest education displays and solutions at ISTELive 25. “As educators seek innovative ways to boost ... Read more

Live @ ISTE 2025

Showfloor News: Epson showcases the power of laser displays and collaborative classroom tools

July 1, 2025July 1, 2025 by Laura Ascione

With classrooms evolving and student engagement more important than ever, educators are looking for innovative solutions to enhance learning, boost ... Read more

Live @ ISTE 2025

Showfloor News: LG highlights new tools to help educators create, manage, and share

July 1, 2025 by Laura Ascione

LG Electronics USA, the edtech innovator behind the Google EDLA-certified LG CreateBoard interactive display, is once again raising the bar ... Read more

Live @ ISTE 2025

Showfloor News: Cleverlike focuses on the real power in using games for education

June 30, 2025 by Laura Ascione

Cleverlike School empowers educators to transform student passion for video games into powerful learning experiences. It is a comprehensive platform ... 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.

Newsline

Otus Awarded Practitioner-Informed Design Product Certification from Digital Promise

June 25, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

Chicago (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Otus, the leading K-12 assessment, data, and insights solution, has been awarded the Practitioner-Informed Design product ... Read more

School Management

Reversing the absent trend: A school’s community-powered comeback

June 25, 2025 by Dr. Jason Hall, New Brighton Elementary School

Family engagement is key to counteracting chronic absenteeism, attendance challenges, and boosting academic success.

Since the global pandemic shut down schools and forced students to learn remotely, chronic absenteeism has more than doubled in schools nationwide. Our elementary school is no exception.

Live @ ISTE 2025

Showfloor News: Dr. Salome Thomas-EL Launches Meet Their Needs

June 23, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

Dr. Salome Thomas-EL, a nationally recognized educator and award-winning author, will unveil his latest book, Meet Their Needs: And They’ll Succeed, ... Read more

Live @ ISTE 2025

ISTE+ASCD Reveals 2025 Honorees for Innovation and Excellence in Education

July 1, 2025June 23, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

ISTE+ASCD announced the recipients of the 2025 ISTE+ASCD Impact Award, Distinguished District Award, Distinguished Educator Preparation Program Award, and 20 ... Read more

Live @ ISTE 2025

Showfloor News: Seesaw Showdown

June 23, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

Seesaw is bringing the excitement to ISTE 2025 with a live, interactive Seesaw Showdown at their booth. This high-energy competition ... Read more

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