Use tech to reassess assessment
Joe Feldman, author of the recently updated Grading for Equity, explores the thorny issue of imbalanced grading and how technology can aid in more accurate, unbiased, and motivational…
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BIOZONE’s High School Biology for Texas achieves Top Marks
COLORADO, Parker – BIOZONE has just officially received the awesome news that their inaugural High School Biology for Texas has ... Read more
An AI to-do list for educators
The AI revolution is here, and educators are feeling the impact. For many, it is exciting, unsettling and overwhelming all at the same time.
Reaching data readiness: 10 steps to take
Discover the power of unified K-12 data. In today’s data-driven era, it’s essential for schools and districts to embrace data interoperability.
4 back-to-school cybersecurity tips
Due to budget and resource constraints, many schools and other academic organizations are only able to implement very basic cybersecurity tools and processes, and this leaves them extremely…
4 exciting ways AI is a game-changer for teachers
In the world of education, where innovation and creativity are especially vital, technologies with AI-generated content are reshaping teaching and how students learn in surprising ways.
National Math and Science Initiative Receives $100,000 Grant from TC Energy to Train Virginia Teachers
DALLAS AND NORFOLK, VA. — The National Math and Science Initiative (NMSI) is pleased to announce the generous support of TC ... Read more
ISTE23 Redux—First Takeaways
Upon further review, the biggest ISTE23 announcements and what they say about the state-of-play in edtech.
Top edtech at ISTELive 23
With more than 18,000 attendees, this year's ISTELive 23 in Philadelphia had a little something for everyone, from AI and esports to security solutions and engaging visual displays.
eSchool Live@ISTE23 Preview
Exclusive Interview with PowerSchool’s VP of Education Solutions Ryan Imbriale on the promise and perils of AI in education, a preview of the forthcoming 2023 Education Focus Report,…
eSchool News Live@ISTE23: Get ready to rumble!
Have a listen for a preview of our coverage before, during, and after this year's show.
Time to build an AI library
There's no avoiding it. Artificial intelligence is here: in your classrooms, in your front office, on your phone. And while the topic can be overwhelming, it doesn't have…
4 tips for addressing absenteeism in K-12 schools
Districts across the country are grappling with elevated levels of chronic absenteeism that have yet to return to pre-pandemic levels. The Associated Press and Stanford University’s Big Local…
Certell’s Poptential™ Addresses 21st-Century Wars With Free Memorial Day Teaching Resources
INDIANAPOLIS (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Poptential™, a family of free social studies course packages from Certell, provides rich content to teach ... Read more
Preparing for the worst, hoping for the best: School leadership for emergencies
According to The Washington Post, more than 331,000 children at more than 350 schools have experienced gun violence during school hours since the Columbine High School massacre in…
How to support reluctant readers with literacy strategies
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…
As we embrace the ‘science of reading,’ we can’t leave out older students
The day before my first day of teaching middle school in 2018, I decorated my Brooklyn public school classroom with quotes from famous people reflecting on the importance…
News Flash! PRESSTO Sees Exponential Growth Within Early Launch Of Generative Ai Integration
New York, NY — Within a month of its official launch, edtech startup Pressto has seen unprecedented growth. The first-to-market ... Read more
What the F? Grading strategies for early career teachers
According to a recent study, grading is one of the least stressful activities early career teachers have to complete. Grading is time consuming, however, and more grading-related questions…
The News Movement Partners With EXPLR Media to Bring News Content into the Classroom
NEW YORK — Social-first media company, The News Movement (TNM) today announced a new partnership with EXPLR Media (EXPLR), an ... Read more
AI’s promising reality in classrooms
Artificial intelligence (AI) can be an ambiguous word in education circles, evoking images of machines replacing human teachers in the future. The truth, while less fantastic, is that…
How edtech insights impact all parts of school operations
Each year, we share our 10 most-read stories. Not surprisingly, many of this year's Top 10 focused on innovative ways to engage students, digital resources, and online and…
Exposing the realities and myths of K-12 cybersecurity
K-12 cybersecurity was thrust into the spotlight when the COVID-19 pandemic forced learning online. And since then, cybersecurity has been a top concern of IT leaders and administrators.
NASA’s latest mission can fuel STEM engagement
STEM Education is in crisis in the United States. It’s predicted there will be 3.5 million STEM jobs in the U.S. by 2025--incredible news if not for the…
Ransomware attackers head back to school
Just when we thought the painful trend of ransomware attacks on public schools might be waning, news arrived of a massive incident. Over Labor Day weekend, the country’s…
Teacher shortages remain a top problem–here’s how to fix them
With no end in sight to this teacher crisis, some districts across the country are filling instructional gaps utilizing non-traditional teaching and learning models.
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
Here’s how you can fix teacher shortages in your district
As schools opened their doors this fall, one of the biggest challenges on school leaders' minds: filling teaching vacancies and addressing teacher shortages.
eSchool Media Announces Winners of the 2022 eSchool News K-12 Hero Awards
Recognizing the country’s best examples of K-12 success during the pandemic-era school year, eSchool News recognizes three winners for their ... Read more
ReadSpeaker Announces Text-to-Speech Integration and Certified Partnership with Moodle, the World’s Largest Learning Platform
ReadSpeaker, the most trusted, independent digital voice and text-to-speech provider for educational institutions and innovative brands worldwide today announced that ... Read more
Winsor Learning Releases Free Professional Development Resource in Response to Steep Declines in National Reading Scores
MINNEAPOLIS (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In the wake of devastating recent news about the nation’s reading test scores, Minnesota-based Winsor Learning, ... Read more
Immediate solutions to teacher shortages
School districts nationwide are facing unprecedented teacher shortages, with thousands of classrooms unstaffed as the school year begins. Filling these vacancies with certified teachers is a critical need.
eSN K-12 Hero Awards Program nominee: Spotlight on Green Bay Area Public School District
Many new and innovative practices emerged as the COVID-19 pandemic spread across the globe, shuttering physical classrooms and pushing students and teachers online. It's critical to document these…
Is there a national teacher shortage? Here’s what we know and don’t know
Students across the country are heading back to school. Will there be enough teachers waiting for them?
eSN K-12 Hero Awards Program nominee: Spotlight on FLVS
Educators have always deserved praise and recognition--that has never been more evident than during the pandemic, when they prioritized student safety among heroic efforts to keep learning going…
Edtech insights from the back office to the teacher’s desk
In this episode of Innovations in Education, hosted by Kevin Hogan: Why back-office systems are an essential element to successful learning; 9 priorities for a future-focused education system;…
Why teach digital writing to students in 2022?
Have you ever thought of your students alongside Hemingway, Shakespeare, and other well-known writers? They are actually: All their messages, blogs, and social media posts go online today,…
How to ensure both security and accessibility in your district’s IT strategy
Keeping student and educator information safe and protected is a top priority, particularly now in the wake of skyrocketing cyberattacks. When it comes to fighting cyberattacks, schools need…
District IT can be secure and still be accessible
Cyberattacks against educational institutions have skyrocketed--and keeping student and educator information safe and protected is a top priority.
How to keep your district’s IT safe, yet accessible
Cyberattacks against educational institutions have skyrocketed--and keeping student and educator information safe and protected is a top priority.