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…
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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
3 strategies to improve attendance for students with disabilities
For too many students with disabilities, chronic absenteeism prevents them from accessing the equitable education they deserve. Recent data shows students with disabilities miss substantially more school compared…
It’s time to rethink cybersecurity in education
IT leaders are tasked with protecting school district networks and must constantly evaluate their cybersecurity strategies as attacks from outside threats increase in frequency and become more sophisticated.
Online and Hybrid Learning Strategies: eSN Innovation Roundtable
We can't discuss online and hybrid learning without acknowledging the role the COVID-19 pandemic played in forcing districts to move fully online for virtual instruction, later paving the…
6 tips to select the right assessments for your district
Ensuring student achievement is on track is critical, particularly as post-pandemic academic progress still remains slower for some student groups.
Why federal-education partnerships are critical for cybersecurity
By providing essential funding, advanced cybersecurity resources, expert guidance, and gathering analytics and data, the federal government can help schools effectively protect against cyber threats.
9 ways to honor diversity and cultivate safe learning spaces
In today's diverse educational landscape, fostering a safe and inclusive environment isn't just a moral imperative--it's crucial for effective learning. As educators, we understand that students thrive academically…
Enhancing learning through AI and human educators
In the realm of education, the integration of technology--and particularly artificial intelligence (AI)--with traditional human-led instruction is a topic of increasing relevance and debate.
IoT infrastructure: Smarter students, significant savings
When schools embrace the Internet of Things (IoT) to create a "smart" environment, the benefits extend far beyond energy savings. Research consistently shows that students thrive in optimized…
5 critical priorities for AI in education
As AI evolves and cements its place in the global economy, educators and stakeholders recognize that in addition to using AI in learning, students will need to develop…
Here’s what drives summer learners–it’s not what you think
A recent survey of tutors, learners, and parents reveals an overwhelming drive across the board for more academic support, as well as a desire for flexible, self-directed learning…
5 ways to restore your passion for teaching
Most of a teacher’s time and energy are tied up in the classroom. Throughout the year, we pour ourselves into constructing lessons, exploring new tools, and fostering a…
10 practical and actionable tips for summer learning programs
Summer learning programs aren't new, but in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and continued learning loss and student achievement gaps, these programs are on the rise.
A taxonomy for using AI in education
Educators and institutions are grappling with how best to integrate AI into the learning environment while balancing innovation with ethical considerations, assessment concerns, and instructor comfort.
Putting the “social” back into SEL–and why it matters now
How do we begin to make progress toward reversing disturbing mental health trends? Rebuilding that sense of belonging students reported they lacked during the pandemic is one way.
These attendance management strategies can reduce chronic absenteeism
School districts implementing proactive, consistent attendance interventions saw a 22 percent improvement in chronic absenteeism rates from 2021-22 to 2022-23.
ISTELive news: Build writing confidence in K-5 students
Discovery Education is offering elementary educators nationwide the unique opportunity to participate in the development of its latest product, Mystery Writing by ... Read more
ISTELive news: LEGO Education previews student engagement data
LEGO Education’s Dr. Jenny Nash, Head of Education Impact, previewed compelling and surprising data on the U.S. student disengagement crisis. ... Read more
Putting the ‘E’ in integrative STEM instruction
Engineering and the engineering design process, when incorporated into classrooms correctly, can increase student engagement and subject matter understanding.
ISTELive news: Samsung’s AI-powered upgrades
Samsung Electronics America, Inc. is showcasing new AI-powered upgrades to its Interactive Display (model name: WAD). First launched in May 2024, the Interactive Display ... Read more
ISTELive news: SmartPass highlights link between attendance, student outcomes
SmartPass, a digital hall pass solution for K-12 schools, has announced an update to its Schedules capabilities, enabling schools to gain a ... Read more
AI’s role in the future of learning
During an ISTELive 24 virtual session, presenter Kia Angeles, a training associate at SMS Global Technologies and a technology coach at the Junior Academy for Coding Knowledge (JACK),…
Future Schools—The Power of Connection
Watch now to hear eSchool News and the experts from Verizon explore the current state and future possibilities for technology-driven ... Read more
ISTELive News: Easing the edtech burden on schools
Seven leading edtech organizations have developed a system intended to reduce the burden on schools and educators when it comes ... Read more
Breaking product news: Discovery Education unveils a host of enhancements
Discovery Education announced enhancements to its digital solutions that will help school systems everywhere support teachers. The enhancements coming to Discovery ... Read more
Gamifying math and beating the summer slide
Just as we don't become fluent in art, language, or sports through repetitive drills over a few weeks, mastering math requires a different approach.
AI is the solution to costly and ineffective dyslexia programs
About two-thirds of American students fail to meet reading standards every year when tested in 4th, 8th, and 12th grades. Advocacy groups, backed by dyslexia authorities at universities,…
Adding AI to your K-12 digital citizenship curriculum
Teaching students about AI allows them to not only learn its abilities but also begin to question its limitations. Luckily, educators don’t need to know everything about AI…
Innovative solutions to meet diverse student needs
The demand for special education services is increasing, particularly in the wake of the pandemic. The staff who provide those services, however, are becoming fewer and farther between.
Podcasting for learning–and an antidote to screen time?
If video killed the radio star, then podcasting is resurrecting it. The medium has exploded in recent years. Now, it seems like everyone has a podcast—including us, the…
Friday 5: AR and VR
Augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) are fun to use, but AR and VR tools also have a number of uses when it comes to connecting students…
Demystifying network speed: Measuring true Wi-Fi and wired network needs
There’s no question that educational institutions require reliable, high-speed connectivity. We’re all in agreement there. The question that arises is: How fast is fast enough?
Trauma-informed teaching strategies can benefit all students
Although our communities strive to maintain safety, nearly half of all American children have experienced some form of trauma. Some of these include bullying, witnessing violence, experiencing physical,…
Balancing Bloom, assessment, and AI
Early this school year, faculty had a conversation about student teachers pulling all-nighters in order to complete their lesson plans. Most of the faculty commiserated their own experiences…
Boycotting book fairs no more
Headlines since 2020 have highlighted the federal investment of ESSER Funding in schools. In a nation where an unprecedented amount of funding was bestowed upon public schools across…
Equitable learning with small-group instruction and student-tracking
In the realm of education, balancing instructional strategies like small-group instruction and student-tracking presents both challenges and opportunities for fostering equitable learning environments.