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…
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Big Deals—Pearson Expands Online Learning Programs
Pearson and its Connections Academy, the fully online public school program serving K-12 students, announced last week the expansion of their college ... Read more
Sharpening skills for the digital classroom
Many current teachers went through credential programs that didn’t place enough emphasis on the use of technology in instruction. As a result, many educators feel unprepared to provide…
Pearson Expands College and Early Career Programming to More Than Half of Connections Academy Schools in the Country
Hoboken, NJ. – Pearson (FTSE: PSON.L) and its Connections Academy, the fully online public school program serving K-12 students, announced today the ... Read more
Student recordings: A new element in the online classroom
In the hands of anyone eager to learn, a camera and a microphone can become an inherently flexible and creative means by which understanding can be demonstrated.
Stride Tutoring Moves Families into the Future with Affordable Online Tutoring
RESTON, Va. (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In response to the growing demand for accessible tutoring services, Stride Tutoring, a portfolio brand ... Read more
The psychology of Disruptive Innovation
In the early 2000s, Netflix co-founders Reed Hastings and Marc Randolph found themselves in a meeting that could have dramatically altered the trajectory of their fledgling company.
North Carolina Virtual Academy Summer Camp Boosts Third Grade Reading Proficiency Through Reading Eggs Program
NEW YORK — North Carolina Virtual Academy (NCVA) and 3P Learning announced new results from an online summer learning camp focused ... Read more
Iowa Department of Education Selects EPS Learning to Offer Elementary Schools Free Access to AI-Powered Literacy Solution
EPS Learning, the leading provider of PreK-12 literacy solutions, has been selected by the Iowa Department of Education through a ... Read more
10 tips to protect youth well-being online
A report from the Biden-Harris Administration’s Kids Online Health and Safety Task Force offers recommendations and best practices for safer social media and online platform use for youth.
3 online resources to encourage student career planning
According to a study conducted by ECMC Group, 81 percent of high school students surveyed said learning skills they need to be successful in the real world is…
DHS Marks Back to School Season with New Resources for Schools, Educators to Recognize and Prevent Online Child Exploitation
WASHINGTON – The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is sharing new resources for educators, school administrators, coaches, and others who ... Read more
Big Deals: New AI Initiatives in Phonics Instruction and College Counseling
eSpark, an online supplemental curriculum provider for math, reading, and writing, is bringing AI-powered phonics practice to foundational reading instruction ... Read more
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…
Do high-impact tutoring tools actually offer high-impact tutoring?
Although most online tutoring solutions claim to provide high-impact tutoring, less than one-third follow the design principles for identifying high-impact tutoring, according to a new report.
In the age of bots and AI, how can students identify misinformation online?
Now that AI can effortlessly create convincing but fabricated stories, today’s curricula must prepare students to navigate the murky waters of AI, bias and misinformation.
Stride PD Reimagines Professional Development for Today’s Educators
Stride Professional Development (PD), a division of Stride, Inc., draws on nearly 25 years of experience as a leader in ... Read more
Teachers say AI usage has surged since the school year started
Fifty percent of educators reported an increase in AI usage, by both students and teachers, over the 2023-24 school year, according to The 2024 Educator AI Report: Perceptions,…
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…
Embracing the hybrid learning spectrum
Moving into the pandemic, education was on a straight–if somewhat predictable–trajectory. In truth, aside from pockets of innovation, much of ... Read more
Building digital citizenship skills just got easier
ISTE+ASCD’s new Digital Citizenship Lessons resource is intended to help students build healthy digital citizenship know-how. Each of the five ... Read more
Student Digital Wellbeing: State of the Nation Report 2024
Download the report, “Student Digital Wellbeing: State of the Nation Report 2024” to learn more about student safety and wellbeing ... Read more
Breaking Product News—Proctormatic’s mobile AI services
EDINT, an South Korean startup, announced that it will showcase its mobile-based AI online proctoring service, Proctormatic next week. Developed ... Read more
Top priorities for student image privacy
Each year, US schools capture, and publish online, millions of images of students, many of which contain personally identifying information.
Newark Public Schools considers new AI tutor chatbot for districtwide use
Newark Public Schools wants to see a districtwide expansion of an artificial intelligence tutoring tool after it was piloted at First Avenue School last year, as the district…
Outlier by Savvas Named to TIME World’s Top EdTech Companies 2024 List
PARAMUS, NEW JERSEY — Savvas Learning Company, a next-generation K-12 learning solutions leader, is excited to announce that Outlier by ... Read more
6 ways we boosted literacy platform usage and engaged students
I became a reading specialist in 2015, at which point our school’s previous reading specialist was already using an online literacy platform. This was right about the time…
5 news literacy resources for students
News literacy skills are of paramount importance in today's world, and are especially key for students, who must be able to critically assess information sources and vet resources…
New guidance helps ID students ready for Algebra I
NWEA, a K-12 assessment and research organization, has announced new guidance for schools to support them in more equitably identifying students who may be ready for Algebra 1.
Friday 5: Blended learning
Blended learning is not a new instructional approach, but it became more mainstream during and after the COVID pandemic, when educators and students elected to keep parts of…
How a small school in Sierra Leone uses remote learning to offer high school
The American International School of Freetown in Sierra Leone (AISF) has 90 students between the ages of three and 19, seven teachers and a director--an all-encompassing administrative role.
Google, MIT RAISE launch no-cost AI training course for teachers
Google and MIT RAISE have announced a no-cost Generative AI for Educators Course designed to help teachers use generative AI tools to personalize instruction.
Close the Learning Gaps With High-Dosage Tutoring
High-dosage tutoring helps students quickly overcome learning loss through real-time, online sessions with state-certified teachers. This proven intervention method fuels ... Read more
How digital tools and AI can enhance social studies
Social studies education serves as the cornerstone for cultivating informed and engaged citizens capable of understanding the complexities of the world around them.
Close Learning Gaps With High-Dosage Tutoring
High-dosage tutoring helps students quickly overcome learning loss through real-time, online sessions with state-certified teachers. This proven intervention method fuels ... Read more
Classroom Learning
Classroom learning remains a cornerstone of education, fostering a dynamic environment where students engage with peers and instructors in real-time.
Online Learning vs. Classroom Learning Research
The debate over online versus in-person classroom learning in K-12 education rages on, driven by concerns over student engagement, academic performance, and social-emotional development.
Which is More Effective, Online Learning or Classroom Learning?
The effectiveness of online learning versus classroom learning is a contentious topic in education. While online platforms offer flexibility, traditional classrooms foster interaction.
Should Online Learning Replace Classroom Learning?
The question of whether online learning should replace classroom learning is a complex and contentious issue.
Do Students Learn Better In-Person or Online?
Determining whether students learn better with in-person classroom learning or online is a multifaceted question. Both modalities offer unique advantages and challenges.