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.
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5 digital resources to inspire curiosity and engage students
Post-pandemic, educators in my district report that there has been a decline in student engagement. As educators, it is incumbent upon us to spark student’s curiosity so that…
Frontline Education Releases Inaugural K-12 Lens Survey Report To Guide K-12 Decision-Making
Malvern, PA – Frontline Education, a leading provider of administration software purpose-built for educators in K-12, today announced the release ... Read more
EPS Learning Programs Selected by Virginia Board of Education as Recommended Literacy Solutions
BETHESDA, Md./PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — EPS Learning, the leading provider of PreK-12 literacy solutions, announced that four of its programs have been ... Read more
Is it the school, or the students?
Are schools that feature strong test scores highly effective, or do they mostly enroll students who are already well-prepared for success?
3 key strategies for district leaders to build a resilient educator workforce
Research shows that “when it comes to student performance on reading and math tests, teachers are estimated to have two to three times the effect of any other school…
6 tips to help educators support young readers
In school, many kindergarten and first-grade students are asked to memorize lists of common words, which are sometimes called “sight words.” This practice skips important steps.
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.
Do Students Learn Better Online or in a Classroom: Statistics
The question of whether students learn better online or in a classroom setting is a multifaceted debate, encompassing considerations of individual learning styles, and access to resources.
5 ways to keep schools safer with innovative visitor management
One crucial aspect of school safety is monitoring who comes on and off campus, including visitors. Visitor management can be tricky, because school campuses tend to have various…
New Research Reveals Vital Professional Learning Insights
DENVER ( BUSINESS WIRE)–MindSpark Learning®, a nonprofit organization specializing in extraordinary learning experiences, conducted vital market research to understand evolving ... Read more
First-in-the-Nation Artificial Intelligence Framework for District Leaders
The ILO Group this week announced the release of its Framework for Implementing Artificial Intelligence in K-12 Education–a first-of-its-kind AI framework ... Read more
Museum of Science, Boston releases equity-oriented engineering curricula
Bringing public science learning beyond its onsite exhibits and programs, the Museum of Science, Boston has launched a collection of preK-8 engineering and STEM curricula designed to engage…
An alarming number of educators are jumping ship
While finding their work meaningful, a majority of education professionals experience burnout above the national average. In fact, more than 20 percent plan to switch to a related…
PowerNotes Launches Composer, an AI-Enriched, Semi-Proctored Writing Tool
(CHICAGO) – PowerNotes, a provider of tools that help students and professionals create high-quality research quickly and efficiently, has added ... Read more
Enhance PreK-5 STEAM and CS Instruction with playful, screen-free robotics!
Research shows that young students learn STEAM and Computer Science best with hands-on, playful experiences. Meet KIBO, the screen-free robot, ... Read more
95 Percent Group Announces Acquisition of Morpheme Magic
Lincolnshire, IL & Boise, ID – 95 Percent Group LLC, the trusted source for comprehensive, proven literacy solutions, today announced ... Read more
Agency and self-direction: Giving students a voice
Social-emotional skills are fundamental for success, in school and in life. But how can we ensure that all students learn these valuable lessons?
Friday 5: Strategies to promote student success
Student success is at the top of every educator's mind--particularly as research is still emerging about the pandemic's impact on learning loss.
Can artificial intelligence help teachers improve?
A network of small public high schools in New York City is exploring whether artificial intelligence can change the way teachers receive feedback about their classroom instruction.
How to Create a Culture-Conscious Campus
The Culture Conscious Campuses Model which has been approved by the Texas Education Agency commissioner as a research-based instructional model with proven results in increasing academic success for…
Tutor.com’s On-Demand Tutoring Meets ESSA II Standards, Demonstrating Positive Impacts on Student Grades and Attendance
NEW YORK — Tutor.com, one of the world’s largest and most innovative online tutoring organizations, announced that it satisfies Level ... Read more
Controversy on whether growth mindset works will strengthen the theory
Over the last couple of decades, education research has, thankfully, moved to embracing randomized control trial (RCT) when possible. Yet even if it gets to an RCT, education…
Beyond simple search: The benefits of topic browsing in library databases
Library databases, packed with rich and reliable content, are more than simply resources for students to reference when a research paper is due. They are also valuable teaching…
PBL isn’t used enough–let’s change that
As teaching becomes increasingly challenging, project-based learning (PBL) may arguably be the most underutilized resource to accommodate these needs.
CASEL Announces 2023 Social and Emotional Learning Leaders of the Year (SELLY) Awards
CHICAGO – CASEL announced the recipients of the 2023 SELLY Awards, honoring outstanding achievements of seven “Social and Emotional Learning ... Read more
New research paints an alarming picture of crises facing rural students
Many rural communities are still facing multiple crises in educational loss, economic outcomes, unemployment, and mental health in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the Why Rural…
Helping students navigate college majors
Deciding on a college major is a tricky decision for even the most dedicated of students. Before enrolling, students have to consider their own skills, their career prospects,…
ParentPowered PBC Appoints new Chairman of the Board: Luis Duarte, Partner at Imaginable Futures, as Company Ushers in the Next Phase of Growth
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – ParentPowered PBC, an education technology company that provides Ready4K research-based digital family engagement programs, today announced ... Read more
Leading AI Company Launches Classroom Assistant Built on First Large Language Model Designed Uniquely for Education
NEW YORK PRNewswire/ — Today, Merlyn Mind, an AI company focused on building domain-specific AI platforms and solutions for improving human ... Read more
Evidence-Based Phonemic Awareness Program for Young Learners Unveiled by 95 Percent Group
Lincolnshire, IL– 95 Percent Group LLC, the trusted source for proven literacy solutions, unveiled 95 Phonemic Awareness Suite™, a comprehensive ... Read more
The future of game-based learning
Kevin Hogan sits down for a conversation with Ki Karou, Senior Director of Product, Content for MIND Research Institute, on the evolving landscape of education, gamification, and technology…
5 models that prioritize learner-centered education
School models are, for the most part, outdated--and very overdue for replacement. When students reach high school, research shows that close to 66 percent of students are disengaged.
4 essential resources for building research skills in high school
Our students’ belief that everything they need to know is online can, without the right skillset, leave them prey to misinformation. So how do we teach our students…
Carnegie Learning Unveils ClearMath Elementary
Pittsburgh, PA – In a groundbreaking move set to revolutionize elementary math education in the post-pandemic era, Carnegie Learning has ... Read more
Technology as a bridge–not a shortcut–to student relationships
The research is clear: Connections are game changers in helping young people from low-income households achieve upward economic mobility later in life.
Personalized Learning: A Critical Role for Tutoring Now & For the Future
Personalized learning that relies only on adaptive assessments and differentiated lessons are just one part of the solution to boost ... Read more