Showfloor News: LG highlights new tools to help educators create, manage, and share
LG Electronics USA, the edtech innovator behind the Google EDLA-certified LG CreateBoard interactive display, is once again raising the bar ... Read more
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Showfloor News: SMART Technologies debuts premium interactive display
SMART Technologies is raising the bar on what affordable classroom technology can deliver—the all-new SMART Board GX Plus redefines entry-level interactivity ... Read more
Why math hints matter–and how AI can help
Research shows that productive struggle in math leads to better learning. But there’s a fine line between productive and unproductive struggle. When tasks are too difficult, frustration takes…
You’re using ChatGPT? A true story about why AI literacy starts with us
Math isn’t my strongest subject, and when a student asked me to help solve an equation involving angles as I covered for a fellow teacher, I hesitated. Rather…
Ensuring academic integrity in the AI age
Students' AI usage can range from summarizing content to full-scale writing support, which begs the question: What can educators do if they suspect an assignment is authored by…
Whose call: A student-driven approach to school cell phone policies
Over the last few years we have had the pleasure of working with several school partners to address the growing concern around cell phones in schools. Using a…
5 fun STEM learning resources for summer engagement
While this summer slide affects all subject areas, STEM learning is particularly vulnerable, especially when students lack access to hands-on experiences or engaging resources.
Ignite Reading Again Approved as 1:1 High-Dosage Early Literacy Tutoring Provider in Massachusetts
BOSTON — Ignite Reading — a Science of Reading-based virtual tutoring program serving students in 18 states nationwide — today ... Read more
5 strategies to refine recruitment and help solve the teacher shortage
Research consistently shows that teacher quality is the single most important school-based factor influencing student achievement--more impactful than race, socioeconomic status, or prior academic performance.
4 ways to help students disagree without being disagreeable
As an educator, I believe that for students to truly develop a healthy and flexible learning mindset, they must first learn how to disagree without being disagreeable.
How we designed a space where our students connect, collaborate, and flourish
Our charter school, Westbrook Academy, has been serving middle and high school students in the South Los Angeles area for the past six years and stands as a…
How Students Are Really Using AI and What Schools Should Know
Learn how students are using AI tools and what your district can do in response. This guide shares trends, ... Read more
3 ways to rethink reading intervention with AI
Many teachers are aware of both the problem and the potential solution, yet feel uncertain about taking the next step. AI, when used thoughtfully, can support reading growth--especially…
Study: AI detection software varies in effectiveness
The emergence of generative AI technologies such as ChatGPT has challenged educators to find effective ways to identify whether the work their students submit is original or AI-generated.
Microsoft and FFA help students use smart sensors and AI to learn about the future of farming and technology
Microsoft Corp. and the National FFA Organization on Tuesday announced the national expansion of FarmBeats for Students, a cutting-edge educational program ... Read more
How students are really using AI tools: What schools need to know
AI is fast becoming the tool that we soon won’t be able to do without. And yet, only a quarter of districts in the U.S. have released a formal…
Alliant Credit Union Foundation Grants $108K to Boost AI and Digital Programs at Ridgewood High School
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
Ohio District Awarded CoSN Trusted Learning Environment Mini Seal for Student Data Privacy Practices
Washington, D.C. – CoSN today awarded Delaware Area Career Center in Delaware, Ohio, the Trusted Learning Environment (TLE) Mini Seal ... Read more
Empowering school staff with emergency response protocols
Safety response protocols are foundational to creating a culture of safety in schools. District leaders should adopt and implement response protocols that cover all types of emergencies.
The pros and cons of DEI in education
Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives have become integral to educational institutions across the United States. DEI aims to foster environments where all students can thrive regardless of…
InstructureCon 2025: Ryan Lufkin, Vice President of Global Academic Strategy, Brings the Skinny
When the developers of Canvas, the world’s leading web-based learning management system (LMS) software, invite you to a party—July 22-24 ... Read more
How 4 districts use AI tools to transform education
Simply put, AI can do a lot--it can personalize learning, help students expand on ideas for assignments, and reduce time spent on administrative tasks, freeing up educators to…
Can AI help reduce math anxiety?
As AI becomes more widespread in education, more than half of high school students (56 percent) polled think it can go a long way in reducing math anxiety,…
ISTE+ASCD and Pinterest Partner to Transform Digital Culture in Schools
Today, ISTE+ASCD announced a $1 million grant from Pinterest to help school leaders create healthy digital cultures. The initiative will ... Read more
Strategies to help girls stay engaged in STEM learning
Ensuring that girls feel supported and empowered in STEM from an early age can lead to more balanced workplaces, economic growth, and groundbreaking discoveries.
The importance of teacher-student relationships
Middle school marks the transition from late childhood to early adolescence. Developmental psychologist Erik Erikson describes the transition as a shift from the Industry vs. Inferiority stage into…
Rethinking student assessment: Tools and strategies for meaningful evaluation
In today’s evolving educational landscape, effective student assessment goes beyond multiple-choice tests and letter grades. According to a recent study, over 60 percent of educators believe traditional assessments…
Preparing for the interview season
Spring brings not only showers and flowers, but it also brings the opportunity to interview for new education positions. Preparing for an interview involves several key steps that…
The Superintendent’s Guide to MTSS & District Strategic Planning
Access key resources, expert tips, and real-world examples to help you weave MTSS into your district’s strategic plan, resulting in ... Read more
8 questions every student should ask before choosing a college
With College Decision Day approaching, students are bombarded with information--rankings, brochures, campus tours, and advice from every direction.
5 practical ways to integrate AI into high school science
STEM learning is critical for all students, regardless of their postsecondary path, but by high school, engagement often drops and students lose interest in critical subject matters.
How rest can reignite your passion for teaching
Today’s teachers are coping with a wide range of stresses, from chronic student absenteeism to limitations on what you can teach and parents pressuring you to change grades.
ASU Preparatory Academy Educators Enhance Stem Knowledge at Inaugural Microspark Conference
TEMPE, Arizona – Educators with a passion for STEM learning gathered with their peers and industry leaders at the inaugural ... Read more
Online learning in high school helps students explore career pathways
Helping students choose a career pathway that’s personally rewarding for them is one of the most important functions of a secondary education. High schools can fulfill this goal…
Going beyond technical education to help students flourish
Educators often focus on how well robotics in education can prepare students for careers in STEM fields. And that's both true and important. Robotics is an engaging way…
Education renovation: Transforming classrooms and districts through an HGTV lens
At a time when schools can be limited by obsolete teaching methods, inequitable policies, and uninspiring school cultures, we should aspire to rehab the features of an antiquated education…
How Competency-Based Education Can Sustain Today’s Classrooms
Sean Ryan, President of McGraw Hill School Group, breaks down the elements of Competency-Based Education (CBE) in education and how its implementation can transform teaching and learning. CBE…
Libraries Offer Free Tutoring as Schools Cut Back Services
As schools navigate budget constraints and tutoring programs are reduced, families are seeking reliable academic support for their students. With ... Read more
Closing the K-2 learning gap through systematic writing instruction
With educators under enormous pressure to make sure students meet grade level standards in reading and math, writing often takes a back seat in the curriculum, as many…
Family support is key to closing learning gaps
A lack of parent or family prioritization of academics is the primary reason for learning gaps, according to 46 percent of respondents participating in a recent Study.com survey.