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Live @ ISTE 2025

Look Who’s Talking: Dr. Mahnaz CharaniaChief Transformation Officer, The New Teacher Project

June 23, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

When—Tuesday, July 1, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.HBGCC – Mainstage Think Big Series: The Invisible Currency: Social Capital and the Future of Career-Connected Learning ... Read more

College and Career Readiness

Many states picked diploma pathways over high school exit exams. Did students benefit?

June 13, 2025 by Kalyn Belsha, Chalkbeat

Diploma pathways appear to have helped more students who aren’t college-bound to graduate, but they also have created new issues.

When 18-year-old Edgar Brito thinks about what he’ll do in the future, mechanical engineering is high on the list. The senior at Washington state’s Toppenish High School first…

Microsoft and FFA help students use smart sensors and AI to learn about the future of farming and technology

May 30, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

Microsoft Corp. and the National FFA Organization on Tuesday announced the national expansion of FarmBeats for Students, a cutting-edge educational program ... Read more

Innovation Insights

Alliant Credit Union Foundation Grants $108K to Boost AI and Digital Programs at Ridgewood High School

May 26, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

The Alliant Credit Union Foundation has awarded a $108,000 grant to Digital Leaders Now, the nonprofit that powers the Digital Leaders Academy ... Read more

AI in Education

Students learn the basics of AI as they weigh its use in their future careers

May 23, 2025 by Jessie Gómez, Chalkbeat

On a recent Thursday morning, Michael Taubman asked his class of seniors at North Star Academy’s Washington Park High School: “What do you think AI’s role should be…

Curriculum & Assessment

The clock is ticking: Why standardized schedules don’t work for learning

May 20, 2025 by George Philhower, Ed.D., Eastern Hancock Schools

Moving away from standardized learning schedules helps schools focus on learning and foster an immersive learning experience for students.

In education, we talk a lot about equity, personalization, and meeting students where they are. But we often ignore one fundamental truth: Learning takes time, and the time…

Newsline

Otus Launches AI Advisory Board to Bring Voices of K-12 Leaders to the Forefront of Innovation

May 14, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

CHICAGO, IL (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Otus, the leading K-12 assessment, data, and insights solution, today announced the formation of the ... Read more

PowerSummit: From Promise to Practice in Personalized Learning

May 10, 2025 by Jeff Festa

Join us for a transformative virtual summit where K-12 leaders explore the path to effective personalized learning that improves outcomes ... Read more

College and Career Readiness

Career-connected learning builds a more employable, future-ready generation

May 2, 2025 by Edson Barton, YouScience

If we pair students’ strengths with in-demand careers through career-connected learning, we are ensuring the success of our students.

Abraham Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs is a fundamental psychological theory that explains human motivation. At its base are physiological and safety needs, followed by love and belonging, esteem,…

College and Career Readiness

Prepared for tomorrow: Reimagining readiness in Indiana education

May 2, 2025 by George Philhower, Ed.D., Eastern Hancock Schools & David L. Dimmett, Ed. D., MBOE, Project Lead The Way

To truly support student readiness, teachers need the resources, tools, and confidence to thrive in evolving classrooms.

Across the country, education is on the brink of significant change. Schools, districts, and policymakers grapple with the realities of a rapidly evolving workforce that requires discipline-specific knowledge.

Innovation Insights

New Survey Reveals Teachers’ Concerns About College and Career Readiness Among Students

April 29, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

The future of edtech success in schools and classrooms depends on edtech evangelists to buoy edtech initiatives and successes.

Teachers are not very optimistic about their students’ preparedness for the future, regardless of whether their students are going to ... Read more

College and Career Readiness

How 3 districts reimagined high school and the future of work

April 29, 2025 by Laura Ascione

When districts implement student-driven learning and personalized pathways, high school students understand their strengths and aspirations.

If students are to graduate prepared to succeed as they pursue higher education or join the future-ready workforce, high schools must evolve--and innovative districts are ready to meet…

AI in Education

White House order prioritizes AI in schools

April 28, 2025 by Laura Ascione

Incorporating AI into education and providing AI training for educators will help equip the next generation of American AI innovators.

A new executive order signed by President Trump takes aim at AI policies in K-12 education by "fostering interest and expertise in artificial intelligence (AI) technology from an…

STEM & STEAM Trends

Strategies to help girls stay engaged in STEM learning

April 16, 2025 by Laura Ascione

Role models, mentorship, and resources help bridge the gender gap and ensure that girls have opportunities to succeed in STEM learning fields.

Ensuring that girls feel supported and empowered in STEM from an early age can lead to more balanced workplaces, economic growth, and groundbreaking discoveries.

Digital Learning Tools

5 vocabulary strategies powered by technology

April 16, 2025 by Ashley Pursley, Anderson School District Five

Vocabulary instructional strategies, amplified through technology, help students strengthen their vocabulary and reading comprehension

In my work with middle school students, I’ve seen how critical that period of development is to students’ future success. One area of focus in a middle schooler’s…

Innovation Insights

A win for jocks both on the field and online

March 25, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

Coaches are trusted adults students can go to for advice and guidance if they are experiencing mental health issues outside of youth sports.

For student-athletes balancing elite sports training and academics, the road to college can be overwhelming. A new partnership between IMG ... Read more

STEM & STEAM Trends

What’s the state of STEM?

March 12, 2025 by Laura Ascione

Gen Z and Gen Alpha’s AI projects are outpacing education’s ability to keep up with necessary AI and STEM training.

AI is becoming increasingly critical in STEM education, and 96 percent of teachers say they believe AI will become an intrinsic part of education within the next decade,…

Newsline

ASU Preparatory Academy Educators Enhance Stem Knowledge at Inaugural Microspark Conference

March 5, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

TEMPE, Arizona – Educators with a passion for STEM learning gathered with their peers and industry leaders at the inaugural ... Read more

Digital Innovation

CoSN outlines trends, challenges in K-12 innovation

February 26, 2025 by Laura Ascione

It's time for leaders to reflect, collaborate, and take steps in K-12 innovation to create learning environments where all students thrive.

A new annual report from CoSN outlines the challenges, mega-trends, and tools set to impact education innovation in 2025--and for the first time, the report also highlights key…

Digital Learning

GenAI and cultural competency: New priorities in teacher preparation

February 19, 2025 by Kelly Vaughn, Ph.D., School of Education at Notre Dame de Namur University

Cultural competency and AI literacy in teacher training programs can fundamentally transform how educators are prepared for the future.

Generative AI has the potential to transform teaching practices, improve efficiency, and even promote equity--but if used without care, it can also reinforce harmful biases.

College and Career Readiness

Empowering students to earn college credit from high school classrooms

February 18, 2025 by Allison Collier, Collierville High School

Students need clarity on their postsecondary pathways

When I discovered Modern States, a philanthropic organization offering free online courses that give any student the chance to learn college-level content, I knew it could be transformative…

Curriculum & Assessment

Embracing a growth mindset when reviewing student data

February 17, 2025 by Dr. Yuvraj Verma, Bessemer City Middle School and William Howard Taft University & Rachel Campbell, Bessemer City Middle School

Gains in confidence, skills, and mindset set the stage for future success for all students--and for a strong growth mindset.

In the words of Carol Dweck, “Becoming is better than being.” As novice sixth grade math and English teachers, we’ve learned to approach our mid-year benchmark assessments not…

Newsline

Honoring a Space Pioneer: 30 Years Since Dr. Bernard A. Harris Jr.’s Historic Spacewalk

February 11, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

Dallas, TX – National Math and Science Initiative proudly celebrates the 30th anniversary of former CEO Dr. Bernard A. Harris Jr.’s ... Read more

Teaching Trends

Partnering for a global future: The Madrid connection

February 3, 2025February 3, 2025 by Marjorie B. Tiven, Global Cities, Inc.

Global competency and global learning are not correlated to other areas of academic performance and must be directly taught.

Picture this: a seventh-grader in Madrid is discussing how her class is developing an approach to water scarcity with peers in Mumbai, Buffalo, Buenos Aires, and Astana.

How 3 Districts Are Reimagining High School and the Future of Work

June 4, 2025February 2, 2025 by Jeff Festa

To prepare high school students for the future of work, forward-thinking district and school leaders across the Digital Promise ... Read more

AI in Education

Navigating AI in education: The future of human teaching

January 29, 2025 by Sam Bowman, Contributing Writer

Smart classrooms blend AI tools with skilled teaching, creating spaces where students learn from both digital insights and human wisdom.

Artificial intelligence brings opportunities and questions to classrooms worldwide. Teachers find AI tools that grade assignments, create lesson plans, and offer personalized student support.

District Management

‘Pathway to Prosperity’ initiative shows the power of partnerships in driving student success

January 28, 2025 by Olen Anderson, Work ED

Bringing together multiple stakeholder groups in support of our students and student success creates tremendous synergy within communities.

Key points: Educators and school administrators are working incredibly hard to get all students, and especially their most challenged populations, ... Read more

Student Well-Being

They aren’t bad kids–they just don’t know they’re good kids yet

January 23, 2025 by Dr. George Philhower, Eastern Hancock Schools

In our schools, we need to foster environments where every child knows they’re good, even "bad kids" who haven’t figured it out yet.

In the world of education, labels can become self-fulfilling prophecies. A child is labeled "troubled," "difficult," or "a bad kid," and suddenly, that label becomes their identity.

College and Career Readiness

5 CTE trends to track in 2025

January 21, 2025 by Dr. Brooke Rice, NAF

CTE programs are likely to refocus on the development of technical and durable skills that employers deem necessary for success.

While the future is theirs to create, today's career and technical education (CTE) providers are adapting to meet the moment and giving students access to opportunities to develop…

Teaching Trends

6 educator predictions about teaching and learning in 2025

January 16, 2025 by Laura Ascione

Teaching and learning trends include fostering essential skills like critical thinking and adaptability to prepare students for the future.

With 2025 barely in its infancy, educators are looking to new technologies and strategies to meet the needs of students. AI, digital learning tools, and personalized supports have…

IT Innovations

8 K-12 IT priorities for 2025

January 8, 2025 by Laura Ascione

K-12 IT teams face the challenge of protecting sensitive student data and ensuring access to learning tools and resources.

In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, K-12 IT teams play a critical role in shaping the future of learning. As schools navigate complex cybersecurity and data protection challenges,…

College and Career Readiness

Connecting learning to career exploration

January 7, 2025 by Amy Nakamoto, Discovery Education

Career exploration and career readiness are critical measures of our education system’s relevance in an increasingly complex world.

Straddling the classroom and business sector, edtech companies are uniquely positioned to help students connect their education to potential careers beyond the classroom in new and engaging ways.

Live @ FETC 2025

Show Starter—Exclusive interview with Jennifer Womble, Conference Chair, FETC/District Administration

January 21, 2025January 6, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

For people of a certain age, Jennifer Womble could be described as the E.F. Hutton of edtech—when she talks people ... Read more

District Management

Survey finds “optimism gap” between teachers, admins

January 2, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

An optimism gap shows that admins are more optimistic than teachers about the future of teaching, student motivation, and the role of AI.

Administrators are more optimistic than teachers about the future of the teaching profession, student motivation, and the role of AI in the classroom.

Podcast Articles

The Best in K-12 EdTech—Last Year and Next

January 2, 2025December 30, 2024 by Kevin Hogan

It wasn’t all about AI in education 2024! In this special episode of Innovations in Education, editors Laura Ascione and ... Read more

Live @ FETC 2025

Good to Know Before You Go

January 8, 2025December 12, 2024 by Laura Ascione

As you prepare for FETC 2025, here are some basics to keep in mind while you plan your conference experience.

The Future of Education Technology Conference (FETC) welcomes forward-thinking educators and edtech leaders as they seek to transform and innovate teaching and learning in their classrooms, schools, and…

College and Career Readiness

Addressing the teacher shortage: Six strategies for inspiring future educators

December 12, 2024 by Jason Odom, FlexPoint Virtual School

Inspiring the next generation of future teachers early will lead to a passion for education and a commitment to teaching.

As teacher shortages continue to challenge K-12 education, it’s essential for school and district administrators to create pathways for high school students to experience the teaching profession.

AI in Education

Students using AI: It’s not that scary and shouldn’t be banned

December 5, 2024 by Timothy Montalvo, Iona University

Instead of resisting the inevitable, educators can help students use AI as a tool for learning, innovation, and ethical problem-solving

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming a cornerstone of modern technology, influencing industries from healthcare to entertainment. Yet, in the educational space, AI often stirs fear and skepticism…

Digital Learning Tools

Closing the digital use divide with active and engaging learning

December 2, 2024 by Laura Ascione

Students offered insight into how to use active learning, with digital resources and edtech tools, to boost their engagement.

When it comes to classroom edtech use, digital tools have a drastically different impact when they are used actively instead of passively--a critical difference examined in the 2023-2024…

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