We can teach math better–here’s how
In 1997, the National Reading Panel issued a report on the findings of dozens of studies looking into the most effective methods of teaching and learning reading. The…
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Children’s mental health remains a major concern
The child and teen mental health crisis is still an issue in the beginning of the 2022-23 school year. While there is some indication that numbers might be…
Your classrooms might need digital assistants
AI has untapped potential in classrooms, from preschool through higher education. Digital assistants can transform how educators teach, giving them the freedom to teach from anywhere in the…
Designing fair and inclusive tests for non-native speakers
Language is a significant barrier to fair and inclusive testing, particularly if language fluency is not relevant to the skill being measured by the test. This is why…
New Storybooks and Companion Stuffed Animals Support Children’s Mental Wellness
Los Angeles — Silver Lining Stuffies launched its inaugural line of storybooks and companion stuffed animals crafted to provide children ... Read more
4 tips for using data to differentiate instruction
Finding ways to help all students grow academically – regardless of where they are starting from – can be challenging. From my experiences teaching special education, general education,…
All together now
In this episode of Innovations in Education, hosted by Kevin Hogan: Teachers using technology report stronger connections, community with students; 5 tips to build community-wide support for IT…
Modern students need modern librarians
When you think of a school librarian, what comes to mind? Is it shelving, stamping, and shushing? That’s the stereotype you’re probably most familiar with.
Spaced repetition is the secret to overcoming learning loss
Just as “turnt,” “on fleek,” and “adulting” have become trending words in pop culture, so too has “spaced repetition" become a buzzword in education. Some educators are obsessed…
5 tips to build community-wide support for IT transformation
Technology’s role has been elevated to an integral strategic function in today’s school districts. But getting everyone to understand the value of digital transformation can be challenging and…
5 tools every school tech director should use
Teaching methods have changed dramatically over the last few years, leading to numerous electronic resources entering the classroom. This makes school IT a formidable challenge—security experts have to…
8 Questions To Ask About Your School Web Filter
Not all web filtering software is the same. The solution you have in place now might be outdated or might ... Read more
Secure network access led to successful learning initiatives for this eSN Hero Awards winner
The pandemic has accelerated the transition to remote and hybrid learning, and it made school districts the number one target for cyberattacks. As the fifth largest school district…
VHS Learning Reveals New Commitment to CSforALL Movement
Boston – At the 2022 CSforALL Summit, VHS Learning announced its plans to further expand student access to computer science ... Read more
How to Tackle K-12 IT Workforce Shortages with Technology Services
IT teams don’t need to throw in the towel – leveraging technology services and/or partnering with experienced managed service providers ... Read more
In post-COVID schools, let’s redouble efforts to support students
The other day, my friend’s high school daughter complained, “It’s not fair!” “What’s not fair?” her mother asked. “Everyone is cheating!” her daughter replied. “They started doing it…
NWEA Shares Progress on Using AI to Identify and Remove Barriers Within Mathematics for Students with Visual Impairment
Portland, OR – NWEA, a not-for-profit, research and educational services organization serving K-12 students, today announced progress it has ... Read more
It’s Time To Focus On Solutions, Not Problems
The headlines are right – over 88% of students are dealing with one or more non-academic barrier to success. Learn ... Read more
Growing ransomware threats require maximum data protection
Higher education institutions and K-12 schools are still reeling from the changes made during the pandemic, and the looming threat of a ransomware attack continues. Sixty-four percent of…
Improving the Learning Curve – It’s in the Air
A Michigan-based public school enlists Honeywell to transform school district infrastructure so that both students and faculty can breathe easier ... Read more