Show Floor News–Robotics Curriculum for Grades 3-5
KinderLab Robotics, creator of the award-winning KIBO robot, is expanding its curriculum offerings to serve students in grades 3–5 with Exploring with ... Read more
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Student Gains Highlighted in MIND Education’s 2024 Annual Report
2024 has been an incredible year at MIND Education! A year-long study by MIND Research Institute found that nearly 9,000 ... Read more
Smithsonian and Carolina Biological Announce New Study Results and Effectiveness of their K – 5 Science Curriculum
BURLINGTON, N.C.–( BUSINESS WIRE)–The Smithsonian Science Education Center and Carolina Biological announced new independent study results showing the Smithsonian Science for the ... Read more
3 ways to create a strong district CTE program
Career and technical education is a crucial piece of worldwide economic success, particularly with talent shortfalls forecasted in numerous industries--but CTE leaders still face challenges in creating successful…
Engaging the reluctant reader: Benefits of gamified learning in literacy education
On average, about 25 percent of children in the early grades struggle with reading. These students are often reluctant readers because they find the process complicated, and they…
Texas State Board of Education Names Just Right Reader’s English and Spanish Literacy Resources as Approved Instructional Materials
FORT WORTH, Texas — The Texas State Board of Education (SBOE) recently named Just Right Reader’s decodable books for grades ... Read more
Slooh’s New Earth Science Curriculum Offers Standards-Aligned Learning Activities Utilizing Orbital Satellite Feeds
Washington Depot, Connecticut – Slooh, the pioneer in offering live online telescope feeds of the universe and an NGSS-aligned curriculum ... Read more
Early STEM career awareness drives future success for students–and the economy
With career interests and aspirations forming as early as age 10, the middle grades are the ideal time to start making connections between students’ academic work and their…
Free STEM Resources from Discovery Education and Partners Support National STEM Day 2024
Charlotte, NC — For observances of National STEM Day 2024, global edtech leader Discovery Education and select partners offer a ... Read more
IXL Approved by Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education as a State-Approved Supplemental Literacy Solution for Grades K-5
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. /PRNewswire/ — IXL, the award-winning personalized learning platform used by 16 million students, has been named a High Quality ... Read more
Despite rising interest in STEM, girls face persistent obstacles
While efforts to increase girls' interest and participation in STEM learning and careers are working, girls still confront significant obstacles in STEM endeavors, leading to drops in their…
Students want more career-connected learning
Fifty-nine percent of students say they would like more opportunities for career-connected learning, according to a new report from the New Hampshire Learning Initiative and Gallup.
CompTIA Spark introduces free high-quality technology curriculum for middle grade classrooms
Responding to a critical gap in technology education, CompTIA Spark has launched free technology curriculum specifically for middle grade classrooms, grades 5-8. ... Read more
New Capstone Resources from Genentech and Discovery Education Empower High School Students to Explore Biotechnology
Charlotte, NC — Futurelab+ – an educational initiative from Discovery Education and Genentech, a member of the Roche Group – ... Read more
Pandemic-related science losses hit underrepresented groups harder
When it comes to post-pandemic academic recovery, much discussion centers on math and reading--but science learning losses are lingering, with some groups disproportionately impacted.
ORIGO Education Introduces ORIGO Intervention Essentials: A Game-Changer for Math Fluency
Earth City, MO. — ORIGO Education, a leading provider of elementary math solutions from Pre-K to Grade 6, is thrilled ... Read more
How we use robots and art to make meeting computer science standards fun
After the state of New Jersey revised its computer science standards in 2020, I was part of a professional learning community tasked with helping educators in all subjects…
Proximity Learning Partners With LinkIt! To Empower Certified Virtual Teachers With Advanced Assessment Solutions
AUSTIN, Texas–( BUSINESS WIRE)–Proximity Learning Inc., the pioneering provider of synchronous virtual instruction for K-12 education, announced today its partnership ... Read more
What data is necessary to help students succeed?
In education, the quality and type of feedback students receive can significantly influence their academic success. Typically, information presented to students is either qualitative or too broad, such…
Literacy First Expands its Early Childhood Literacy Program to Chattanooga, TN After Successful Pilot Program
Austin, TX — Literacy First, a program from The University of Texas at Austin’s Charles A. Dana Center dedicated to ... Read more
Texas’ Pine Tree Independent School District Expands Partnership with Global Edtech Leader to Support Innovative Science Instruction
Charlotte, NC—Texas’ Pine Tree Independent School District (PTISD) today announced an extension of its multi-year collaboration with global edtech leader Discovery ... Read more
95 Phonics Lesson Library Meets ESSA Standards of Evidence for Grades 4-5
Lincolnshire, IL – Today, 95 Percent Group LLC, the trusted source for comprehensive, proven literacy solutions, announced that its 95 ... Read more
AI is the solution to costly and ineffective dyslexia programs
About two-thirds of American students fail to meet reading standards every year when tested in 4th, 8th, and 12th grades. Advocacy groups, backed by dyslexia authorities at universities,…
How a small school in Sierra Leone uses remote learning to offer high school
The American International School of Freetown in Sierra Leone (AISF) has 90 students between the ages of three and 19, seven teachers and a director--an all-encompassing administrative role.
Arizona’s Apache Junction Unified School District Supports Innovative Teaching and Learning with New EdTech Resources
Charlotte, NC — Arizona’s Apache Junction Unified School District (AJUSD) today announced a new collaboration with global edtech leader Discovery ... Read more
EPS Learning Programs Selected by Virginia Board of Education as Recommended Literacy Solutions
BETHESDA, Md./PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — EPS Learning, the leading provider of PreK-12 literacy solutions, announced that four of its programs have been ... Read more
Crunch the Numbers: New Data on Student Wellbeing, the Skills Gap Crisis, and Tech Usage in Utah
The Social Institute, whose mission is to empower millions of students to navigate their social world — including social media ... Read more
McKeel Academy empowers edtech learning with increased bandwidth
The Schools of McKeel Academy consist of three institutions in Lakeland, Florida. These provide free education to children in ... Read more
Big Deals: Edtech industry news from HMH, Pearson, and Equal Opportunity Schools (EOS)
Learning technology company HMH announced it has acquired award-winning software company Writable, building on a longstanding partnership between the organizations ... Read more
Carolina Certified Version of OpenSciEd for Middle School Receives All-Green Rating from EdReports
BURLINGTON, NC – Leading school science supplier Carolina Biological Supply Company announced that its Certified Version of OpenSciEd for grades ... Read more
SpringMath by Sourcewell Receives Highest Possible Ratings from National Center on Intensive Intervention
Staples, Minn. — SpringMath, an award winning, complete MTSS solution for math, recently received the highest possible rating for fall ... Read more
Launching a districtwide computer science program for all grades
With 24,000 students, Springfield Public Schools is usually among the three largest school districts in Massachusetts. Our students are spread across 31 elementary schools and a total of…
Smithsonian and Carolina Biological Announce New Version of Elementary Science Curriculum to Raise Bar in 3D Learning
BURLINGTON, NC — Carolina Biological, the leading school science supplier and the Smithsonian Science Education Center announced Smithsonian Science for ... Read more
Tutor.com’s On-Demand Tutoring Meets ESSA II Standards, Demonstrating Positive Impacts on Student Grades and Attendance
NEW YORK — Tutor.com, one of the world’s largest and most innovative online tutoring organizations, announced that it satisfies Level ... Read more
PBL isn’t used enough–let’s change that
As teaching becomes increasingly challenging, project-based learning (PBL) may arguably be the most underutilized resource to accommodate these needs.
4 thought-provoking videos about education
In education, there is no shortage of debate. Conversations around proficiency, assessments, grading systems, and professional development are all too familiar.
Big Deals—Khan Academy Boosts National Civics Bee, AI Tackles Campus Safety, and Stanford Offers Online Math
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation this month announced the launch of the 2024 National Civics Bee. The competition is ... Read more
The pandemic is over–but American schools still aren’t the same
On a recent Friday at Gary Comer Middle School in Chicago, you had to squint to see signs of the pandemic that upended American education just a few…
Schoolwork shouldn’t double as screentime
Children get one childhood, and time is one of the most precious resources we have in schools. For these reasons, I am increasingly frustrated that I have next…
Evidence-Based Phonemic Awareness Program for Young Learners Unveiled by 95 Percent Group
Lincolnshire, IL– 95 Percent Group LLC, the trusted source for proven literacy solutions, unveiled 95 Phonemic Awareness Suite™, a comprehensive ... Read more