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Internet Connectivity

Reliable internet and Wi-Fi in schools should be top priority

September 7, 2023 by Roger Sands, CEO and Co-Founder, Wyebot

Ensuring Wi-Fi in schools means students and teachers will have access to uninterrupted learning opportunities for all.

Without access to reliable internet and Wi-Fi-dependent devices, students and teachers face disadvantages, and schools can have a hard time meeting their educational goals.

AI in Education

6 tips to detect AI-generated student work

December 11, 2023September 6, 2023 by Steven M. Baule, Ed.D., Ph.D.

Although AI has some educators worried, it’s possible to identify AI-generated student work from human-generated work

As the school year starts, the excitement and stress about the potential use of generative AI has K-12 teachers and university faculty collectively stressed about these new tools…

A recipe for using explicit phonics instruction in reading lessons

August 30, 2023 by Kandra James, M.A.T., Senior National Director of Literacy Content & Implementation, Curriculum Associates

Research offers a strong case for intentionally and comprehensively incorporating explicit phonics instruction regularly over the school year

Evidence-based reading research, or what many refer to as the Science of Reading, has been a much-discussed topic within the literacy landscape for the past few years.

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

Curriculum & Assessment

What’s the state of K-12 assessment?

August 25, 2023 by Laura Ascione

With post-pandemic learning loss still a concern, educators are focusing on effectively balancing K-12 assessment with instruction.

The majority of educators believe their school or district has an assessment-focused culture, but there are gaps in K-12 assessment literacy and familiarity with state standards.

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…

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Sneak a peek at 8 eSN K-12 Hero Awards contenders

August 14, 2023August 14, 2023 by Laura Ascione

Let's take a quick look at some of the inspiring eSchool News K-12 Hero Awards nominations that have come in so far.

Nominations for the annual eSchool News K-12 Hero Awards are open, and this year, we're giving you a look at some of the entries that came in by…

Cae Announces Multiyear Partnership with Project Lead The Way

August 3, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

NEW YORK – The Council for Aid to Education, Inc. (CAE), a leader in designing innovative performance tasks for measurement and instruction of ... Read more

Level Data, Inc. Acquires GlimpseK12

July 28, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

KALAMAZOO, Michigan – Return on Investment (ROI) is one of the leading financial measuring tools for businesses and industries everywhere, including ... Read more

Innovation Insights

First Look—Discovery Education Back To School ’23

July 27, 2023July 25, 2023 by Kevin Hogan

Discovery Education today announced a slate of new services and curricula to coincide with the fall semester. eSchool snuck a sneak peek with Lance Rougeux, Senior Vice President…

AI in Education

4 AI-powered language tools I use in my classroom

December 12, 2023July 20, 2023 by Tristan Reynolds, High School English Teacher

Despite concerns about academic dishonesty, AI writing tools can help students, and educators should feel comfortable trying them.

Since the release of OpenAI’s ChatGPT several months ago, there’s been an almost-complete panic in academic circles about the possibility (and sometimes, the reality) of students using AI-powered…

Effective SEL instruction isn’t possible without this key element

July 17, 2023 by George Hanshaw, Director of eLearning Operations, Los Angeles Pacific University

SEL instruction helps students navigate both academic and non-academic environments successfully, and they’re critical for improving outcomes

Social and emotional learning (SEL) is a critical component of education today, and that’s especially true in the wake of the global pandemic, which has left many students…

Elementary Schools Across Kentucky’s Johnson County School District Adding to Their High-Tech Toolbox

June 26, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

Charlotte, NC —When elementary school teachers and students across Kentucky’s Johnson County School District (JCSD) return to their classrooms this ... Read more

Curriculum & Assessment

We need a new approach to student assessment

June 23, 2023 by Ashley Eden, Senior Vice President for State Partnerships, New Meridian

Adopting a more holistic assessment approach means student assessment can directly impact classroom learning.

All around the country, school is ending for students and summer break is underway. In many schools, students spent the last few weeks of the year sitting for…

Universal Design for Learning

How to use UDL-inspired technology to reengage students

June 12, 2023 by JR Renna, Coordinator of Educational Technology, Parkland School District, Pennsylvania

UDL principles guide teachers in how to customize instruction to meet the individual needs and preferences of each student

While schools have largely returned to normal classroom instruction, some ripple effects of the pandemic remain. Educators are searching for a spark to re-engage students in the learning…

New Evidence for the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) Rating Reiterates i-Ready® Instruction’s Impacton Driving Student Outcomes

June 2, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

NORTH BILLERICA, Mass.— A research study from Curriculum Associates recently received a Moderate (i.e., Tier 2) rating from Evidence for ... Read more

Machine Learning in Education

6 ways AI tools will impact tutoring

December 12, 2023May 30, 2023 by Laura Ascione

Advances in AI and resources like ChatGPT are expanding opportunities for students to learn--here's how tutoring can benefit.

As the layers of post-pandemic classrooms are peeled back and learning losses become more evident, schools are searching for effective means to improve student achievement. Tutoring plays a…

STEM & STEAM Trends

How to elevate climate literacy for future scientists

May 29, 2023 by Michael Bodekaer Jensen, CEO Co-Founder, Labster

Climate literacy is about understanding there are varying points of view, whether supported by facts, emotion, or both.

The climate crisis is undermining decades of progress in global health and poverty reduction. We look to our next generation of planetary heroes for solutions, but are we…

Specialized Education Services, Inc. Unveils 2023 Staff and Teacher of the Year Winners

May 25, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

PHILADELPHIA (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI), a division of FullBloom, a premier provider of education services for ... Read more

Georgia’s Glynn County Schools Renews Multiyear Partnership Supporting Science Instruction in K-5 Classrooms

May 19, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

Charlotte, NC — Georgia’s Glynn County Schools (GCS) today announced the renewal of its multiyear partnership with Discovery Education supporting ... Read more

5 long-term benefits of our online literacy programs

August 8, 2023May 19, 2023 by Jennifer O'Sullivan, Lead Coach & Literacy Coordinator, Enrico Tonti Elementary School

Our district's online literacy programs differentiate instruction for students, identify learning gaps and focusing on individual needs

When we started using a new literacy program 10 years ago, our reading scores were mediocre. Within a few years we had moved up to being a Level…

Swing Education Surpasses One Million Hours of Classroom Substitute Teaching

May 11, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

SAN MATEO, Calif.– Substitute teachers sourced via Swing Education, a tech-enabled staffing marketplace that matches schools with qualified substitute teachers, ... Read more

HMH Completes Acquisition of NWEA

May 9, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

Learning technology company HMH announced that it has completed its acquisition of assets from research and educational services organization NWEA. ... Read more

The simplest elementary school science edtech

May 3, 2023 by L’Tunya Bernard, M.Ed, Elementary Science Supervisor, Texas

Educators are using digital resources to meaningfully support science teaching and learning--and the easiest edtech tools to use are the best

During the spring of 2020, the global education community faced tremendous disruption as it transitioned to emergency remote teaching in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Latest Enhancements to Discovery Education Services Drive Deeper Student Engagement

April 25, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

Charlotte, NC — Discovery Education—the worldwide edtech leader whose state-of-the-art digital platform supports instruction wherever it takes place—has announced a ... Read more

Computer Science Education

4 resources to differentiate computer science instruction

April 24, 2023 by Dan Jones, M.Ed., High School Computer Science Teacher, Florida

Computer science topics offer simple opportunities to differentiate instruction--edtech makes these concepts more accessible to students through differentiated instruction.

Differentiating instruction is not a new approach to bridging the varying learning styles of students with different backgrounds and learning abilities.

With greater access to devices, teachers are folding more tech into instruction

April 21, 2023 by Reema Amin, Chalkbeat New York

COVID's seismic shift made devices more accessible to students than ever before, and has made teachers edtech enthusiasts

Before the pandemic, U.S. history teacher Travis Malekpour hesitated assigning his students work in the classroom that required a computer. He knew not every student had a laptop…

How to support reluctant readers with literacy strategies

April 14, 2023 by Sabine McAlpine, National Sales Director, Thorndike Press

Literacy scores have plummeted, and many struggling readers don’t qualify for special services, but supports can improve reading skills.

Literacy is the foundation upon which all learning is built. Without strong reading skills, students will struggle as they progress through their education. This need is non-negotiable and…

Digital Innovation

A 5-point plan for post-pandemic education

April 13, 2023 by Al Kingsley, CEO, NetSupport

These guidelines for post-pandemic education can help school leaders maximize existing technology while also planning for the future.

It seems hard to believe, but the pandemic in the U.S. actually started three years ago this month. With all the changes COVID-19 brought to schools, perhaps the…

Brand-New Savvas Essentials: Foundational Reading Program Earns Highest Rating from EdReports

April 4, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

PARAMUS, NEW JERSEY — Savvas Learning Company, a K-12 next-generation learning solutions leader, is proud to announce that its Savvas ... Read more

Discover how edtech makes your teaching more effective and efficient

March 23, 2023 by Laura Ascione

Edtech can support educators as they strive to create an ecosystem of actionable data, intentional feedback, and seamless differentiation.

Nearly every student has a device and internet access, but that doesn't mean in-person instruction will magically improve. How can we use technology to maximize learning in the…

How to evaluate literacy programs that pledge to accelerate learning

March 22, 2023 by Liz Brooke, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, Chief Learning Officer, Lexia

Schools should be able to verify the literacy programs they choose is grounded in the science of reading and has proven itself in classrooms.

The NAEP results in late 2022 revealed that reading scores fell for both fourth and eighth grade readers as a result of the pandemic. Only 33 percent of…

IXL Learning Acquires Teachers Pay Teachers, the World’s Largest Platform for Educator-Created Content

March 14, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

SAN MATEO, California and NEW YORK, New York — IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by millions of ... Read more

News from Discovery Education: Virginia’s Rivermont Schools Selects Discovery Education to Support Science Education Statewide

February 24, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

CHARLOTTE, NC— Virginia’s Rivermont Schools today announced a new partnership with Discovery Education, the worldwide edtech leader whose state-of-the-art digital platform ... Read more

95 Percent Group Unveils 95 Phonics Core Program for Grades 4 and 5

February 2, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

Lincolnshire, Ill. – 95 Percent Group LLC, the trusted source for comprehensive, proven literacy solutions, launched 95 Phonics Core Program® ... Read more

Utah State Board of Education Approves 95 Percent Group Resources as Evidence-Informed, Recommended Supplemental Programs for Grades K-5

January 31, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

Lincolnshire, Ill. – 95 Percent Group LLC, the trusted source for comprehensive, proven literacy solutions, announced today the Utah State ... Read more

Digital Innovation

Top Techniques for District Management

January 31, 2023 by Kevin Hogan

Engaged students are students who are excited to learn--and increased engagement can lead to better literacy learning

On this week's episode of Innovations in Education, hosted by Kevin Hogan: 8 predictions about literacy learning in 2023; 6 tips for tech-enabled instruction in the early literacy…

Teaching Trends

How to engage your students in order to build literacy

January 25, 2023January 24, 2023 by Kevin Hogan

Engaged students are students who are excited to learn--and increased engagement can lead to better literacy learning

On this week's episode of Innovations in Education, hosted by Kevin Hogan: 8 predictions about literacy learning in 2023; 6 tips for tech-enabled instruction in the early literacy…

Certell’s Poptential™ Free American History Curriculum Highlights Legacy of African Americans for Black History Month

January 26, 2023January 19, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — Poptential™, a family of free, award-winning social studies course packages that infuse lessons with digital storytelling, offers ... Read more

HMH to Acquire NWEA

January 13, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

Boston and Portland, Ore.—Learning technology company HMH and NWEA, a not-for-profit, research and educational services organization serving K-12 students, announced today ... Read more

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