6 things you need to know about digital badges
Today’s classrooms use a variety of learning approaches, some formal like lectures and some informal like watching videos. As a teacher, your learning is no different and your…
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4 terrific teacher communities for summer PD
Keeping up on skills over the summer isn’t just for students. The summer break is a great time for teachers to take advantage of those professional development (PD)…
4 ways to make high-impact teaching a reality
I’ve been very fortunate to travel the world and work in classrooms in the United States, Australia, Asia, and the U.K., and have seen phenomenal teaching everywhere I…
How well do you collaborate with fellow teachers?
A majority of teachers say they don't have sufficient time to collaborate with other teachers, according to a new report from the RAND Corporation. Collaborative activities such as…
3 smart ways to fix your PD
The benefit of professional development (PD) for teachers is well known: improving teaching practices means greater student achievement. What’s less frequently acknowledged is that PD programs are often…
Teachers: English learners need resources, support
Most K-12 educators (80 percent) said they believe English Language Learner (ELL) instruction is a top priority for their school or district, according to a new survey. Ninety-nine…
For PD, the days of one-and-done are dead and gone!
According to research from the Center for Public Education, “one-and-done” professional development sessions for teachers simply don't work. With new standards rolling out every year, a one-class-covers-all approach…
NEA Learning and Leadership Grants
Learning & Leadership Grants support NEA members for one of the following two purposes: Grants to individuals fund participation in ... Read more
15 Hot Edtech Trends for 2017
With every new year comes new ideas. To get a glimpse into what the next 12 months will hold for everything from professional development to digital learning, and…
14 trailblazing educators you should follow on Twitter
Social media plays a large role in today's society, and most educators aren't scared to jump in and leverage Twitter, Facebook and other social networks to increase their…
The 4 most common mistakes districts make in professional development
Across the globe, teachers are continually asked to integrate technology into their curriculums to keep up with future-ready skills and in turn they complain that they need more…
How schools can help teachers reach instructional excellence
Part of a school leader's job is to create conditions in which teachers work collaboratively to achieve excellence in their instructional practices and in student learning. But with…
How one district improved its personalized learning by failing forward
In the MSD of Wayne Township, there are several blended and online opportunities available for students. Perhaps the same is ... Read more
We flipped professional development and our teachers loved it
One district built a learning network for teachers based on flipped learning principles and saw PD participation increase 600 percent. What made it so attractive?
How teacher voice can improve professional development
Teachers didn't like our professional development so we changed it. How did we know? We asked them.
Edmodo Envoys program connects local communities of educators through TeachUps
Education network Edmodo has launched its latest professional development program for teachers, Edmodo Envoys. The program is designed to help teachers find ... Read more
14 surprising facts about educators’ social media use
Social media has fast become an educator's dream, with almost immediate responses to questions about teaching strategies, resources, and professional development opportunities. But how are educators really using…
Cyber security course for teachers includes lessons on hacking
A new cyber security course teaches educators to hack code, encrypt, and more. The goal? Learning what to look out for.
IO Education, EADMS merger will expand online formative assessment
IO Education and Educator’s Assessment Data Management System (EADMS), a provider of K-12 assessment and data management software, have merged to better leverage online formative assessment capabilities. With…
Vernier releases free back-to-school resources
To support science and STEM teachers in delivering quality instruction to their students at the start of, and throughout, the school year, Vernier Software & Technology is offering…
The big events, keynotes, and 5 major trends at ISTE 2016
Educators preparing to travel to Denver for ISTE 2016 can expect thought-provoking keynotes, interactive learning opportunities and more than 900 sessions at this year's conference. The annual event…
Why digital PD needs an urgent overhaul
Technology, collaboration, and new standards are changing the classroom at a rapid pace. Every teacher's professional development must keep up.
How to manage your one-to-one program after you hand out devices
After the Chromebooks and iPads are distributed, admins and IT teams must keep breaking down silos and asking the tough questions. Here's how some districts are seeing success.
Online petition urges computer science education funding
An online petition urges Congress to provide $250 million to help schools and districts integrate computer science into the curriculum. In a letter sent to Congress, the authors…
The digital signage upgrade that didn’t break the bank
Open-source software and existing devices form the backbone of one district's big digital signage upgrade.
How shifting to a UDL mindset enhances Common Core
When special and general ed teachers collaborate, everyone benefits The implementation of the Common Core State Standards has been met ... Read more
Certiport announces CERTIFIED 2016 Educator Conference
Certiport, a Pearson VUE business, a test delivery solution provider for the global workforce and academic markets, announced the CERTIFIED 2016 Educator Conference, a conference dedicated to helping…
How peer video coaching is completely changing how our teachers teach
Peer-to-peer video comments are changing how one district's teachers think about their practice.
Why we all need time to tinker with tech
Tinkering in the modern context is a process of trying something to figure out what works or doesn’t to find your way to the best solution, often going…
Most Popular of 2015, No. eight: 7 steps to creating PLCs teachers want to use
Practical tips for building PLCs that serve every educator Ed. note: We’re counting down the top stories of 2015 based ... Read more
TeachCS zeroes in on computer science
As the nation focuses on Computer Science Education Week, December 7-13th, computer science curricula developers and professional development providers joined forces to announce TeachCS, a platform for high…
Report: States improve teacher policies
Teacher policies across the U.S. averaged a C- grade, according to the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ), which on Dec. 8 released its ninth annual State Teacher…
Report: Professional development is ineffective and wastes money
District PD spending does not equate to teacher improvement, a new study finds. Can the waste be curbed?
The 10 questions to ask before you start your one-to-one program
Many schools start by asking the wrong questions before they embark on a one-to-one program. It's about vision, not devices, says one expert.
True tech integration starts with learning goals
The real challenge in using technology in the classroom is not integrating technology effectively. It's developing a vision for technology use.
7 tips for teachers building collaborative, fearless PLNs
Collaboration is a process. Try these best practices for networking with colleagues in your building and around the globe.
How to make elementary teachers stronger in STEM
It's no secret elementary teachers are often weakest in STEM. A targeted PD program out of one university may help, according to these school leaders.
Why overwhelmed educators should stick to these simple tech tools
Tech is shifting faster than teacher training can keep up. The solution is to keep it simple. I recently had the pleasure of spending a few hours in…
Turn tech PD into a casual trip to the CAFE with this new model
Every Wednesday from 2:45-6:45, the fresh aroma of “personalized” coffee choices from the Keurig fills the air and our teachers settle into work individually or with their colleagues…
The when, why and how of PD for iPads
ipad-pdType “professional development for teachers” into any search engine and numerous results fill the computer screen. Type in “professional development for iPads” and the results are more narrow…