What are Tools and Techniques in Education?
Tools and techniques in education encompass a broad spectrum of resources and methodologies utilized to enhance teaching and learning experiences.
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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.
What are the Tools of Teaching in the Classroom?
The tools of teaching in the classroom encompass a wide range of resources and methodologies utilized by educators to facilitate effective instruction and enhance student learning experiences.
Designing Your Own Project-Based Learning Unit
Explore PBL, why it works, and how to use backwards design to create a PBL unit within your scope and ... Read more
Join Sam and Quinn in Harnessing AI for Teacher Wellbeing and Student Readiness with MindSpark Learning
Embark on a journey with educators Sam and Quinn as they unlock the power of AI in education. Discover how ... Read more
LAUSD launches revolutionary AI tool
The Los Angeles Unified School District has launched an innovative AI-fueled learning acceleration platform named Ed, a first-of-its-kind tool designed to support the district's 540,000 students.
Long Island, NY School District Addresses Youth Mental Health Crisis With Opening of New Wellness Center
Baldwin, NY – Youth mental health is a crisis nationwide. Many are struggling to manage the stress and complications of ... Read more
The National Center on Intensive Intervention Adds Classworks® Evidence-Based Reading Intervention to Academic Interventions Tools Chart
Classworks®, an award-winning special education and tiered intervention platform, is validated by the National Center on Intensive Intervention (NCII) as ... Read more
Math is not a universal language—but it can be a universal thread
Say what you will about the universality of numbers and symbols; I’d politely argue that it does not follow that mathematics is a universal language.
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
CASE Once Again Endorses Classworks® Special Education Platform
The Council of Administrators of Special Education (CASE) has re-endorsed Classworks® for an additional three years. The CASE Executive Committee ... Read more
Your ultimate school media buying guide is here. Find the perfect mix of print and digital resources for your students.
The most effective way to ensure literacy success in the classroom is to utilize a plan that involves both print ... Read more
Loudoun County Public Schools Offers New Youth Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Resources for Parents and Students
SALT LAKE CITY – The Cook Center for Human Connection, a nonprofit dedicated to mental health and suicide prevention, has ... Read more
5 Game-Changing Features for Your Web Filter – PDF Guide
Whether you’re dealing with limited IT resources, insufficient filter and reporting capabilities, or security concerns, implementing a filter with these ... 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
Learn Applied AI with MindSpark: New Certification and Free Resources for Educators
DENVER–( BUSINESS WIRE)–MindSpark Learning®, a nonprofit organization that delivers extraordinary learning experiences for educators and professionals, launched three new AI resources for ... Read more
The MTSS Buyer’s Guide: Selecting the Right MTSS Platform for Your District
This free, comprehensive guide includes editable templates, expert tips, and resources to walk you through the entire selection process. Get ... Read more
Virginia Adds to the Resources for its ALL In Tutoring Reading Initiative to Include Lexia Core5 Reading and Lexia PowerUp Literacy
BOSTON – The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) has expanded its ALL in Tutoring reading initiative to include evidence-based resources from ... Read more
How 5 educators approach SEL
Social-emotional learning (SEL) is an integral part of today's schools. Through SEL, students learn how to manage and regulate their emotions, identify and work through tough feelings.
3 ways to support special education students with college and career readiness
There are more than 140,000 Special Education (SPED) students in the state of Washington. Often, these students don’t have access to the same level of resources that are available to…
How Do You Use Technology to Improve Your Learning?
In the modern educational landscape, leveraging technology is key to enhancing learning experiences. From interactive platforms to digital resources, incorporating technology optimizes accessibility, personalization, and engagement.
Rising ransomware attacks on education demand defense readiness
Ransomware attacks continue to wreak havoc on the education sector, hitting 80 percent of lower education providers and 79 percent of higher education providers this year.
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…
ParentSquare Acquires Remind, Expanding Options for School-Home Engagement
Santa Barbara, CA — ParentSquare, the award-winning unified school-home engagement platform for K12 education, has acquired Remind, a popular platform ... Read more
Schoolwork shouldn’t double as screentime
Children get one childhood, and time is one of the most precious resources we have in schools. For these reasons, I am increasingly frustrated that I have next…
5 edtech resources that support literacy in elementary school
As a veteran teacher of 17 years who has taught in both elementary and middle school classrooms, I have found that there are a number of powerful edtech…
The importance of agency in successful edtech adoptions
Education is changing because the world is changing. During the pandemic, teachers and students rapidly adopted new tools to pivot to remote and hybrid learning.
Securing the network edge
Zero trust acknowledges there is no longer a traditional network perimeter to be defended because applications now exist in ... Read more
Zero Trust: A new K-12 paradigm
As K-12 leaders look to shield their network from attacks, the nature of cybersecurity is changing. With more applications ... Read more
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…
Vernier Science Education Launches New Resources to Engage Students in Phenomena-Based Learning During Upcoming Eclipses
BEAVERTON, Oregon — Vernier Science Education recently launched new resources to help science and STEM educators leverage the two upcoming ... Read more
Schools are key to solving mental health equity gaps
Equity gaps often prevent youths from accessing the care they need. It’s been reported that even before COVID-19, 1 in 5 children had a treatable mental health diagnosis but only about 20…
Empowering educators through holistic teacher PD
As leaders, it’s imperative we remain focused on providing educators what they need to succeed as the education landscape continues to evolve. To truly excel in this dynamic…
10 key CoSN back-to-school resources for edtech leaders
This collection of CoSN resources can help guide K-12 edtech leaders through the beginning of a new school year.
It’s critical to promote mental health supports at the start of the school year
As the new academic year approaches, it's crucial to pay attention to an aspect of school life that often doesn't feature prominently in back-to-school prep: mental health.
Solving school transportation troubles with Title I funds
Low-income students are often subjected to daunting challenges, but getting a ride to school shouldn’t be one of them. Federally funded resources are available that can be used…
Gale and SirsiDynix Announce Partnership That Will Expand CloudSource Index by More Than One Billion Records
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich. & LEHI, UT – Gale, part of Cengage Group, a global provider of research and learning resources, ... Read more
Driving equitable learning with thoughtful software implementation
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought to the forefront the stark reality of inequities in our education system. As schools shifted to remote learning, a digital divide emerged, leaving…
First AI-powered School Year Begins, Ushering in a New Era in Education
NEW YORK – Students are gearing up for the 2023 school year, and new research from Brainly reveals that AI is an ... Read more
Alum Rock Union School District
Alum Rock Union School District (ARUSD) operates 22 elementary and middle schools in the greater San Jose, California region. With ... Read more