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Digital Learning

What Technology or Teaching Tools Do You Use to Enhance Your Teaching?

January 3, 2024 by ESchool News

What technology or teaching tools do you use to enhance your teaching? Whatever you choose, careful integration is essential.

In the dynamic realm of K-12 education, leveraging technology tools for teaching and learning is essential for creating engaging and effective learning environments.

Digital Learning

Digital Literacy Skills for Students

January 3, 2024 by ESchool News

Digital literacy skills for students encompass a broad range of abilities essential for navigating the digital landscape effectively.

When it comes to learning in the digital age, cultivating strong digital literacy skills is paramount for students' success. As technology continues to shape every facet of modern…

Digital Learning

What are the 5 Types of Digital Literacy?

January 3, 2024 by ESchool News

What are the 5 types of digital literacy? They include using digital tools, critically evaluating information, and digital communication.

Digital literacy encompasses various skills essential for navigating the digital landscape and learning in the digital age effectively. From basic computer proficiency to critical thinking in evaluating online…

D2L and Unity Partner to Help Revolutionize Education with Immersive Real-Time 3D

December 28, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

D2L, a global learning technology company, today announced a new partnership with Unity, the world’s leading platform for creating and ... Read more

Teaching Trends

5 ways to use edtech to engage shy students

December 13, 2023 by Laura Ascione

Edtech tools are invaluable when implemented correctly by trained educators--here's how to use edtech to engage shy students.

Engaging shy students in K-12 classrooms can be a rewarding challenge, and edtech is a valuable tool in creating inclusive and interactive learning environments. By leveraging edtech tools,…

SMART Technologies Unveils the New Performance SMART Board® RX Series, Empowering Teachers and Students with Advanced Features to Enhance Inclusion

November 17, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

CALGARY, AB – SMART Technologies is proud to announce the launch of the company’s latest innovation for education: the SMART ... Read more

New Lab Book Helps Educators Turn STEM Classrooms Into Forensic Labs

November 14, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

BEAVERTON, Oregon — Vernier Science Education recently released Forensic Chemistry Experiments to teach students fundamental chemistry concepts through engaging forensic ... Read more

Vernier Science Education Launches New Resources to Engage Students in Phenomena-Based Learning During Upcoming Eclipses

October 13, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

BEAVERTON, Oregon — Vernier Science Education recently launched new resources to help science and STEM educators leverage the two upcoming ... Read more

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.

Slooh Launches Its Next-Gen Platform to Engage Students in Space Exploration

October 9, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

Washington Depot, Connecticut – Slooh, the pioneer in offering live online telescope feeds of the universe and an NGSS-aligned curriculum ... Read more

Edtech integration, student engagement are top goals for new school year

September 25, 2023 by Laura Ascione

Educators conveyed excitement about increased engagement, reconnecting with students, and using new education technology and strategies.

Educators are optimistic about implementing new edtech tools, including AI and gamified learning, and are prioritizing student engagement as the new school year gets underway, according to a…

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…

HMH Introduces Generative AI Teacher Supports in its Connected Literacy Solution to Empower Educators

August 28, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

BOSTON – As part of its human-centered approach to AI in K-12 education, learning technology company HMH today announced new OpenAI-powered integrations ... Read more

Catholic Schools Continue Long-Time Partnerships with VHS Learning to Give Students Hundreds of Course Options

August 23, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

Boston – U.S. Catholic schools have renewed their partnerships with VHS Learning to provide their students with continued access to ... Read more

4 big benefits of professional development for adolescent reading instruction

August 21, 2023 by Katie Leonard, Acting Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction, Hartford Public Schools

With the help of a professional development platform, teachers understand the need for structured literacy for adolescent reading instruction.

The mission of our English Language Arts Department is for staff, families, and community members to work in partnership to ensure that all students have adequate and equitable…

CodeHS Launches Comprehensive, Easy-to-Use Computer Science Curriculum for Elementary

August 11, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

Chicago, Illinois – The significance of computer science education in schools is growing exponentially as it empowers children with the ... 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…

AI in Education

4 exciting ways AI is a game-changer for teachers

December 12, 2023August 8, 2023 by Marcia McInnes, Partner Engagement Lead, Canva

AI has the power to create a more inclusive world by expanding the way students learn--and just as importantly, the way teachers engage and support them

In the world of education, where innovation and creativity are especially vital, technologies with AI-generated content are reshaping teaching and how students learn in surprising ways.

High Schools Worldwide Partner with VHS Learning for Teacher-Led Online Classes

August 4, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

Boston – Schools around the world and across the United States have launched partnerships with VHS Learning this year to ... Read more

BenQ Education Partners With ANTON Learning App

July 24, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

COSTA MESA, Calif. — BenQ, an internationally renowned provider of visual display solutions, announced that the ANTON learning app is ... Read more

Game-Based Learning

Roblox, PLTW team up for immersive STEM experience

July 19, 2023 by Laura Ascione

Pathogen Patrol — PLTW’s first learning experience on Roblox — gives educators access to new instructional tools for STEM learning.

Immersive learning experiences are all the rage, and for good reason—they engage students and help make challenging concepts a bit easier to learn thanks to they way they’re…

Discovery Education and its Corporate Partners Offering Free Resources for Families to Keep Learning Alive All Summer

July 17, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

Charlotte, NC ) — To keep students engaged in learning while on summer break, Discovery Education and select partners have ... Read more

Wayside Publishing to Enhance New and Future Products After Acquisition

July 14, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

FREEPORT, Maine – Wayside Publishing®, the fastest-growing, U.S.-based K–12 world languages publisher, announces the acquisition of Lit®, a leading creator ... Read more

Students and Teachers in Maryland’s Prince George’s County Public Schools Set to Return to Classrooms this Fall with Engaging New Tools from Worldwide Edtech Leader

July 7, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

Charlotte, NC — Students and teachers in grades K-8 across Maryland’s Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) will return to ... Read more

Top edtech at ISTELive 23

July 8, 2023July 7, 2023 by Laura Ascione

There was a lot to see at ISTELive 23--here are some of the best edtech tools, resources, products, and services.

With more than 18,000 attendees, this year's ISTELive 23 in Philadelphia had a little something for everyone, from AI and esports to security solutions and engaging visual displays.

AI in Education

How ChatGPT made my lessons more engaging

July 4, 2023 by Spencer Burrows, Chalkbeat

In my history, economics, and speech and debate classes, the AI tool ChateGPT has been a force for good for my teaching and my lessons.

Much of the education narrative around ChatGPT has focused on the potential downsides of the AI tool (think Skynet from “The Terminator”). But as a high school teacher who has experimented with…

Lumio and Canva for Education Announce All-New Integration to Bring Immersive Digital Learning to Life

June 26, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

CALGARY, AB – Lumio, the digital learning tool used by millions of teachers and students worldwide, is pleased to announce ... Read more

Minnesota’s Gibbon-Fairfax-Winthrop Public Schools’ New Partnership Powers the Creation of Dynamic Digital Learning Environments Supporting Science Education

June 12, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

Charlotte, NC – Minnesota’s Gibbon-Fairfax-Winthrop Public Schools (GFW) today announced a new partnership with Discovery Education supporting the creation of ... Read more

Discovery Education, Caterpillar Foundation, and Learning Undefeated Launch New Initiative to Inspire Next Generation of STEM Professionals

June 7, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

Charlotte, NC – Discovery Education, the Caterpillar Foundation, and Learning Undefeated today announced the launch of a new education initiative ... Read more

STEM & STEAM Trends

3 essential tools to make elementary science easier

May 25, 2023 by Diane Harlan, Science Curriculum Specialist, Ector County ISD

When teachers have edtech tools to present scientific concepts to students, elementary science is more likely to be part of the day.

During my time as a kindergarten teacher, I learned three major lessons about our youngest learners’ relationship to science. Specifically, I learned that elementary school students are predisposed…

Engaging All Parents: A 6 Part Guide to School Communications That Work

July 26, 2023May 19, 2023 by Jeff Festa

Almost 50 million children are enrolled in US public schools. Let’s make sure we’re reaching their families like we should ... Read more

Machine Learning in Education

Can GPT-4 and TikTok usher in a new learning frontier?

May 19, 2023 by GPT-4

From career development to personal enrichment, integrating AI like GPT-4 and TikTok can create a culture of continuous learning and growth.

In recent years, the digital landscape has witnessed significant changes, and as an AI language model, I have been observing these transformations closely. One of the most prominent…

Riverside Insights and Thrively Team Up to Help Children Discover Their Inner Genius

May 15, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

ITASCA, Ill. – Riverside Insights®, a leading developer of research-based assessments and analytics, today announced a partnership with Thrively, a ... 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…

STEM & STEAM Trends

STEM learning offers unique rewards, despite challenges

March 29, 2023 by Laura Ascione

STEM education is a valuable contribution to schools' education mission and a doorway to opportunity for a diverse student cadre. Stem learning is critical.

The positive impacts that U.S. public schools and their communities enjoy from STEM programs were underscored in a new survey conducted among some of the nation’s leading middle…

6 ways to help reluctant readers become booklovers

March 22, 2023 by Patricia Jimenez, Media Center Director, Sunnyslope High School

helping reluctant readers isn't as complicated as it might seem

Not everyone loves to read. Even in schools with strong reading cultures, some students just don’t feel the spark—yet.

DPS STEAM Launches Innovative Discovery Education Program

March 15, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

DENVER, CO – The Denver Public Schools STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, PE, Health and Media Literacy) Department is excited to ... Read more

Wayside Publishing and Nualang Partner for World Language Education

March 15, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

Freeport, Maine – Wayside Publishing announces the launch of Nualang within Learning Site®, Wayside’s digital learning platform. This pioneering collaboration ... Read more

Digital Learning Tools

6 benefits of immersive learning with the metaverse

March 23, 2023March 14, 2023 by Content provided by ViewSonic

The metaverse helps students can enjoy more engaging lessons and greater autonomy--and also offers immersive learning and accessibility.

The metaverse is a tool that blends experiences typically associated with either the virtual or physical worlds. It can deliver greater immersive learning for students while also creating…

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