How much AI is too much?
With the explosive growth of artificial intelligence, many parents are now asking: Should I let my kids use AI as a learning aid?
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After COVID, high school GPA isn’t a sure predictor of first-year college GPA
A new study examining the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on the predictive validity of high school grade point average (HSGPA) and ACT Composite scores has uncovered significant changes in…
Most parents know AI will be crucial to their children’s future
Parents of Gen Alpha and Gen Z students are optimistic about the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance various aspects of education, according to a new Morning Consult survey…
To start the school year off right, invest in literacy
As a country, we are at a pivotal time. Recent national test scores found that our country’s eighth graders are still a full school year behind pre-COVID levels in their…
Kids in special education are struggling–it’s time to rethink their education
Relatively common diagnoses for which there is insufficient mainstream educational or behavioral support, such as autism and ADHD, have risen enough that now fully 15 percent of the…
Why neurotypical students should learn alongside their neurodiverse and disabled peers
As the new school year approaches, educators have an opportunity to reflect on how they can make their classrooms more inclusive. By embracing inclusive education, teachers not only…
Early screening and intervention are the key to math success
Educators and reading specialists have known for many years about dyslexia, which is why schools regularly use screening tools that can identify students with this reading disability and…
AI use guide helps students navigate AI in learning
A new AI use guide from Elon University and the American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) is intended to help guide college students as they move through education in a…
5 ways online coding programs prep students for success
When our middle school started offering a robotics course to its students this year, it was a pretty big deal. I’d used a gamified coding platform in my…
K-12 facilities managers eye efficiency, streamlined budgets
K-12 facilities managers are emphasizing efficiency and cost savings as they stare down the twin challenges of aging infrastructure and budget constraints, according to a new survey by…
Schools must do more to help families overcome language barriers
It’s a well-documented fact that children experience better academic achievement and social adjustment when parents are involved in their education, but navigating a school system can be challenging.
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…
How students are managing back-to-school-stress
Another school year begins, which means an outpouring of back-to-school feelings for students across America. Many are already feeling the pressures that come with it, particularly the load…
When it comes to AI use, educators are more comfortable than students
While 34 percent of educators report using AI very frequently to draft or review assignments, only 24 percent of students do the same, highlighting a significant trend in…
5 math curriculum insights from educators
When I sat down with educators at the recent ISTE conference, our conversations were vibrant and enlightening. Instead of asking for the usual feedback on curriculum, I posed…
Educators outline 5 priorities for the new school year
With a new school year comes new priorities for educators and students alike. Teaching is evolving at a rapid pace, pushed forward by advancements in AI, the need…
The joy of teaching and educator well-being
Across the country, teachers like you are decorating classrooms, creating lesson plans, and preparing for new students. You have invested numerous hours planning how to help students learn and…
Skills gap, outdated infrastructure hinder AI use
Although a high majority of enterprises are adopting AI in some capacity (88 percent), many still lack the necessary data infrastructure and employee skills to truly benefit from…
Test: The four-letter word that works with GPA for college admissions
If you work long enough in education, you see that most academic trends swing through extreme phases like a pendulum. College admissions trends have followed suit, especially regarding…
The psychology of classroom management: Behaviorist and humanistic theories
Classroom management is paramount to effective teaching. It sets the stage for a productive learning environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
The State of STEM in 2024
Patrick Brown, Executive Director of STEM and Career and Technical Education in Saint Charles County, Missouri, oversees STEM and technical ... Read more
Supporting gender equity in AI and tech education
Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the technology education sphere. As AI develops and integrates further into societal applications like careers, it’s essential to recognize the importance of gender…
Post-pandemic growth is limited, but some populations are progressing
New data reveals limited progress toward pre-pandemic levels of achievement nationally, although specific student populations are challenging these trends, according to the State of Student Learning report.
Parents prioritize science of reading in classrooms
More than eight in 10 (86 percent) parents say it is very (55 percent) or somewhat (31 percent) important that their child's school implements the science of reading and…
Helping students learn new tech skills–and exceed expectations
How did the Crockett Foundation’s students, most of whom attend Title I schools and live in historically under-resourced communities, achieve this sort of success? The answer can be…
Esports: More than just fun and games
What does esports phenomenon mean for the broader educational landscape? Schools that embrace esports are starting to see changes in ... Read more
Fine-tuning learning spaces for neurodiverse students
As schools seek to ensure all students are able to learn to their fullest potential, a new guide explores ideas and strategies for creating inclusive learning spaces.
Dog Man vs. To Kill a Mockingbird
The definition of a classic in literature may be changing. Breaking news… (insert dramatic music) last year, librarians and teachers bought more than 17,000 copies* of Dog Man:…
Hackers don’t take a summer vacation–neither can school cybersecurity
School’s out for summer but, for admins, there’s no final bell. Ransomware attacks in education are doubling year-on-year and the arrival of the summer holidays doesn’t mean to…
Essential tips for remote classroom creation
If the last several years have taught educators anything, it’s that teachers don’t necessarily need to be in a physical classroom with kids in the seats to be…
Understanding cognitive development in students via Piaget’s Theory
In the ever-evolving landscape of education, it is important to understand how students think and learn so as to be able to teach effectively.
AI is forcing a teaching and learning evolution
More than half of teachers and district administrators who are already actively using AI are leveraging it to improve learning experiences and outcomes for students, according to Cambium…
Maximizing librarian efficiency with collaborative solutions
The role of the school librarian and library media specialist is a dynamic one, constantly evolving to meet the needs of teachers and students.
Is imposter syndrome built on a fallacy?
We have all experienced imposter syndrome at some point in our career. It’s experienced as a feeling or underlying concern that somehow, despite having the job qualifications.
The digital divide still holds students back
Students’ access to technology has improved over time, although it continues to vary across family income categories and racial and ethnic groups, according to a new study released today…
New Chrome Solutions from CTL
CTL CEO Erik Stromquist walks eSchool News through ISTE booth #1774 for a breakdown of the company’s new offerings, which include: The new CTL Chromebook NL73 Series, an…
Leveraging AI to help special education teachers
Because special education teachers consistently identify high levels of paperwork as a regular source of burnout and job dissatisfaction, educational leaders need to look to generative AI tools…
Addressing student absenteeism with faculty PD
Chronic absenteeism continues to be a major problem in schools across the nation. In 2022, the average chronic absenteeism rate hit 28 percent--an 88 percent increase from 2019.
Lifelong learning: Developing skills across all ages
Curiosity is a fountain of opportunity for all educators. Because the world is always changing, there are infinite examples of how to use this to your advantage.
Future Schools: The Power of Connection
eSchool News recently connected with three Verizon education and technology experts to tackle some of the most pressing issues for ... Read more