How to incorporate real-world connections into any subject area
In my classroom, I frequently encounter students expressing their opinions: “How is this relevant to the real world?” or “Why should I care? I will never use this.”
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New math problems won’t solve our nation’s math problem
How much longer will we keep trying to solve our nation’s dismal math proficiency problem by writing new math problems? Clearly, if that was the answer, it would…
5 education innovation trends to watch in 2025
Clayton Christensen once said, “If we are to develop profound theory to solve the intractable problems in our societally-critical domains… we must learn to crawl into the life of what…
Building the Next Generation of Problem Solvers and Innovators
Problem solving is a foundational skill that every student should learn. Regardless of what career pathway they choose, students ... Read more
Time to dust off the 3D printers
The era of COVID-19 brought about the largest boom in school makerspaces seen to date. Makerspaces have the ability to help students consider career pathways and interests they…
A surefire way to make science relevant to kids
By eighth grade, almost 50 percent of students have lost interest in science or don’t believe it will be relevant to their education or future plans. Want to…
Annual Survey Highlights Educators’ Embrace of ST Math, Created by MIND Education
IRVINE, Calif. — MIND Education, an organization dedicated to ensuring that all students are mathematically equipped to solve the world’s ... Read more
Best of ISTE: How to Build Student Engagement
Lego Education hosted a breakfast panel on ISTE Day #1 devoted to one of the most perplexing post-pandemic problems for ... 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.
5 ways to combat tech fatigue and support student success
Ask anyone involved in public education right now and you’ll hear a familiar refrain: “Too many technology tools.” Almost every K-12 district brought on new technology solutions during…
K-12 schools aren’t ready for AI’s risks or benefits
Almost all school superintendents (97 percent) say that schools have an obligation to teach students how to use AI effectively and responsibly. Still, only 37 percent have a…
What is the Conclusion of Artificial Intelligence in Education?
When we think about AI in education, we think about how AI is offering innovative tools and solutions. From personalized learning experiences to automated grading systems, AI is…
Texting is negatively impacting students’ writing
Texting obviously has its place. It’s a quick and convenient mode of communication that is readily available on a device that is close at hand. I rely on…
The state of STEM
Ann Woo, Head of Corporate Citizenship at Samsung, discusses where student engagement stands when it comes to the sciences
How to make secure K-12 digital transformation a reality
The pandemic was a massive shift for school districts across the country, and even as we move out of it, we’re still feeling the impact. On the technical…
7 best practices from educators and IT leaders
Educators frequently turn to their colleagues and peers for best practices, inspiration, and new approaches to stubborn problems. After all, who better to offer insight than others who…
Partnering for Student Success
K-12 leaders are guiding their school systems through unprecedented challenges. Solving these challenges can’t be done with traditional approaches to ... Read more
Edtech is critical in evolving school environments
K-12 schools are facing a host of new challenges coming out of the pandemic, but many educators and school leaders believe technology holds the key to solving even…
The 21st century learning mantra is played out
The world is changing in remarkable ways, and the pace of this change is only accelerating. Thanks to the unprecedented advances in technology, society continues to evolve at…
Student Mental Health: The Role SEL Plays in Promoting Well-being
Children are in a mental health crisis, one that could have a lasting impact on their future. Download our whitepaper ... Read more
BenQ Board RP03 Series Recognized as First Smart Board to Achieve Eyesafe® Certification for Low Blue Light
COSTA MESA, Calif. — BenQ, an internationally renowned provider of visual display solutions, is helping to minimize blue light emission ... Read more
Building Resilience in STEM – A Whitepaper from VEX Robotics
Making mistakes and iterating to solve problems are an important part of STEM and Computer Science learning. Students respond to ... Read more
Using rewards to encourage positive behavior from your students–and teachers
When GEMS American Academy returned to in-person schooling after the COVID shutdowns, one of the first things our positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS) team noticed was that…
Is blockchain the key to college success?
A student’s credentials and accomplishments, stored on and secured by blockchain technology, can set students up for college acceptance and ... Read more
Risk assessments are awful, but necessary
Between 2021 and 2022, 56 percent of K-12 education organizations were hit by ransomware, a nearly 25 percent increase from the previous year. That’s a staggering number, and…
USPTO launches free K-12 invention education platform
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has announced the launch of the free invention education resource, EquIP HQ.
New strategies and solutions for schools
In this episode of Innovations in Learning, hosted by Kevin Hogan: 4 blended learning strategies for better student engagement; only out-of-the-box solutions will fix the real problems in…
COVID-era teletherapy authorizations are expiring, but the problem persists
COVID-19 safety guidance has been relaxed and schools have returned to in-person learning, but it’s not yet time to breathe a sigh of relief. Many schools continue to…
Only out-of-the-box solutions will fix the real problems in schools
As members of the media have bemoaned the tragic results of students on the latest National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP)—also known as the nation’s report card—many have…
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…
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
Run the numbers: How data solve problems
In this episode of Innovations in Education, hosted by Kevin Hogan: AI and expenses—A smarter way to track costs; 5 ways relationship mapping supports your students; and how…
Royelles Launches Industry’s First Inclusive Mobile Gaming Metaverse Dedicated To Educating And Empowering Young Girls
WASHINGON D.C., June 14, 2022 – Royelles, a global educational gaming (Ed Gaming) platform empowering girls and non-binary individuals through ... Read more
Ripple Effects Offers Access to Its Educator Ally Program to Support Teachers’ Social Emotional Needs
SEATTLE – May 26, 2022 – As the COVID-19 pandemic unfolded, educators found themselves in unfamiliar territory as they dealt ... Read more
Case Study: How Weston School District Built a Digital Strategy with Digital Signage, 15 Minutes at a Time
(May 12, 2022) –– Rise Vision has released a new case study of Weston School District, a small school district ... Read more
6 things you can do now to make smarter tech purchases later
The sudden switch to remote learning during the Covid-19 pandemic caught plenty of school districts off guard, and they scrambled to find devices that were up to the…
5 tips to bring engineering into the classroom
STEAM education is critically important in the classroom, and engineering education is a key part of STEAM learning. And on World Engineering Day, the need for students to…
5 edtech opportunities that will emerge in 2022
There is a certain perspective that comes from being in the edtech industry for over 30 years, and while I thought I had seen it all, nothing could…
Twig Education Launches Twig Science Next Gen for Middle School
(Los Angeles, Calif.) October 28, 2021 — Twig Education, creators of the leading elementary level science program Twig Science, today ... Read more
If Not You, Then Who? Children’s Book Series Launches Classroom Program Encouraging Students To Explore The World Of Inventions And Inventors
DALLAS (October 1, 2021) — If Not You, Then Who?, the popular book series for early and grade school children, ... Read more