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Live @ ISTE 2025

Second Step Demonstrates How Human Skills Drive Academic Success

July 1, 2025June 30, 2025 by Kevin Hogan
Second Step at ISTE 2025
eSchool News caught up with LocknCharge CEO James Symons on the ISTE show floor at Booth #1442 about the upgraded features of the new FUYL Smart Locker System,…
Live @ ISTE 2025

Showfloor News: Seesaw Showdown

June 23, 2025 by Kevin Hogan
Seesaw is bringing the excitement to ISTE 2025 with a live, interactive Seesaw Showdown at their booth. This high-energy competition ... Read more
Literacy

Solving our literacy crisis starts in the lecture hall

May 30, 2025 by Lacey Robinson, UnboundEd & CORE Learning
When it comes to teaching literacy, it’s not enough to just teach teachers about reading theory; they need to know how to teach it, too.
The recent NAEP scores have confirmed a sobering truth: Our schools remain in the grips of a literacy crisis. Across the country, too many children are struggling to…

Drones Inspire Middle Schoolers in NISD’s Aerial Aviators Program

July 9, 2025May 29, 2025 by Jeff Festa
  Northside ISD’s Aerial Aviators program, led by Amanda Quick, uses drones to engage middle schoolers in STEM learning. Through ... Read more
Digital Learning Tools

4 edtech tools that can transform student teamwork

May 7, 2025 by Jon Oosterman, Van Andel Institute for Education
As a longtime STEM educator, I’ve come to understand the value of teamwork, both within the classroom and beyond. Teamwork is essential for building students’ social-emotional intelligence.
As a longtime STEM educator, I’ve come to understand the value of teamwork, both within the classroom and beyond. Teamwork is essential for building students’ social-emotional intelligence.
College and Career Readiness

With VR goggles, students in detention centers gain career training

May 6, 2025 by Laura Ascione
When students have access to career training modules through VR goggles, they can focus on building successful career paths in school.
Education is a cornerstone for personal growth and economic success, but for students in juvenile detention facilities, it serves a deeper purpose, equipping students with the skills they’ll…
College and Career Readiness

Prepared for tomorrow: Reimagining readiness in Indiana education

May 2, 2025 by George Philhower, Ed.D., Eastern Hancock Schools & David L. Dimmett, Ed. D., MBOE, Project Lead The Way
To truly support student readiness, teachers need the resources, tools, and confidence to thrive in evolving classrooms.
Across the country, education is on the brink of significant change. Schools, districts, and policymakers grapple with the realities of a rapidly evolving workforce that requires discipline-specific knowledge.
AI in Education

White House order prioritizes AI in schools

April 28, 2025 by Laura Ascione
Incorporating AI into education and providing AI training for educators will help equip the next generation of American AI innovators.
A new executive order signed by President Trump takes aim at AI policies in K-12 education by "fostering interest and expertise in artificial intelligence (AI) technology from an…
STEM & STEAM Trends

How hands-on learning deepens STEM engagement

April 8, 2025 by Vernier Science Education
Hands-on learning helps students integrate concepts across STEM fields--just like scientists and engineers do in their work.
STEM careers are on the rise. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in STEM occupations is expected to grow by 10.4 percent from 2023 to 2033,…
Innovation Insights

Closing the GenZ Skills Gap

March 31, 2025 by Kevin Hogan
Amid rapid workforce changes, schools need to reexamine instruction and address the alarming--and growing--digital skills gap.
Ready to Hire, part of the skills training business of Cengage Group, a global edtech company, today released its Gen Z in the ... Read more
Durable Skills

Report: The skills gap needs urgent attention

March 17, 2025 by ESchool News Staff
Demographic shifts, technological advances, and an unprepared workforce put economies at risk if the skills gap isn't closed.
Inefficient career transitions and related learning gaps are costing the U.S. economy $1.1 trillion annually--a staggering 5 percent of GDP, according to new research from Pearson. The report warns of a…
Innovation Insights

Real World Support

March 13, 2025 by Kevin Hogan
As students navigate an increasingly complex world defined by artificial intelligence, social media, and rapid technological change, the need for ... Read more
Innovation Insights

EY and Microsoft equip the next generation with AI skills

February 21, 2025 by Kevin Hogan
As the market starts to chase the many efficiencies Gen AI promises, here are three trends to watch for education's future with AI.
The EY organization and Microsoft announced this month the launch of the AI Skills Passport (AISP), which assists students aged 16 and older in ... Read more
Curriculum & Assessment

Embracing a growth mindset when reviewing student data

February 17, 2025 by Dr. Yuvraj Verma, Bessemer City Middle School and William Howard Taft University & Rachel Campbell, Bessemer City Middle School
Gains in confidence, skills, and mindset set the stage for future success for all students--and for a strong growth mindset.
In the words of Carol Dweck, “Becoming is better than being.” As novice sixth grade math and English teachers, we’ve learned to approach our mid-year benchmark assessments not…
SEL & Well-Being

How SEL can help prevent burnout in teachers and students

February 4, 2025 by Kseniia Begma, IB Educator
Integrating SEL into daily practices helps schools equip teachers and students with the tools to navigate stress and build strong connections
The demands of modern education often leave teachers and students feeling overwhelmed and exhausted. From juggling multiple responsibilities to meeting high expectations, burnout has become a significant challenge…
Teaching Trends

Partnering for a global future: The Madrid connection

February 3, 2025February 3, 2025 by Marjorie B. Tiven, Global Cities, Inc.
Global competency and global learning are not correlated to other areas of academic performance and must be directly taught.
Picture this: a seventh-grader in Madrid is discussing how her class is developing an approach to water scarcity with peers in Mumbai, Buffalo, Buenos Aires, and Astana.
Newsline

Introducing The Edge, a Breakthrough SEL and Life Skills Curriculum for Middle and High School Students

March 12, 2025January 31, 2025 by ESchool News Staff
Los Angeles, CA — As students navigate an increasingly complex world defined by artificial intelligence, social media, and rapid technological ... Read more
AI in Education

Asking the right questions: Unlocking the full potential of AI tools

January 23, 2025 by Nesren El-Baz, ESL Educator
As tools like ChatGPT and Copilot become increasingly integral to education, knowing what questions to ask AI is a critical skill.
Asking the right questions isn’t just a tool for learning; it’s a critical skill that defines success in professional and personal spheres.
Durable Skills

Design thinking in the 21st century is an imperative

January 22, 2025 by Gabriel Eisenbacher, Minnewaska Area Schools
Incorporating design thinking into classrooms is not just an educational trend, but a transformative shift educators need to make.
Love it or hate it, many teachers have seen just how much technology has changed the landscape of education. Within this rapidly changing landscape, teachers have taken on…
College and Career Readiness

5 CTE trends to track in 2025

January 21, 2025 by Dr. Brooke Rice, NAF
CTE programs are likely to refocus on the development of technical and durable skills that employers deem necessary for success.
While the future is theirs to create, today's career and technical education (CTE) providers are adapting to meet the moment and giving students access to opportunities to develop…
Durable Skills

U.S. 8th grade scores decline on critical computer and information literacy skills

December 31, 2024 by ESchool News Staff
Student ICILS scores in the U.S. are higher for computer and info literacy, but below the international average for computational thinking.
U.S. eighth-graders scored at the international average for computer and information literacy but below the international average for computational thinking, according to the results of an international study
Newsline

NCCER Program Expansion Impacts Thousands Nationwide in 2024

December 26, 2024 by ESchool News Staff
ALACHUA, Fla. (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) — a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization — ... Read more
Newsline

Portland Public Schools Selects YouScience to Empower Students with Career-Ready Skills Through Career and Technical Education (CTE) Programs

December 24, 2024 by ESchool News Staff
AMERICAN FORK, Utah/PRNewswire/ — YouScience ®, the leading technology provider dedicated to solving the skills gap crisis for students and ... Read more
Newsline

SchoolStatus Named to 2025 GSV 150 List of Most Transformational Growth Companies in Digital Learning

December 19, 2024 by ESchool News Staff
Ridgeland, Mississippi —  SchoolStatus, a leader in K-12 attendance, communications, and data analytics, today announced they have been included in the  ... Read more
AI in Education

Information literacy is key in the age of AI

December 19, 2024 by Dr. Marc Owen Jones, Northwestern University in Qatar
With the birth of AI, disinformation has entered a new era, rendering it critical that students possess strong information literacy skills.
From New York to Texas, the pro-Palestinian protests sweeping U.S. colleges have become a flashpoint for viral disinformation, from falsely attributed "Jewish genocide" chants to debunked claims of…
Newsline

Texas State Board of Education Names Just Right Reader’s English and Spanish Literacy Resources as Approved Instructional Materials

December 17, 2024 by ESchool News Staff
FORT WORTH, Texas — The Texas State Board of Education (SBOE) recently named Just Right Reader’s decodable books for grades ... Read more
Durable Skills

5 ways educators can shrink the critical thinking gap

December 17, 2024 by Sarah McNeil, Thinking Maps
When we help students develop fundamental cognitive and metacognitive skills, learning becomes easier--and a lot more fun.
Achievement discrepancies among U.S. students remain persistent and troubling--despite decades of targeted interventions and whole-school improvement programs.
STEM & STEAM Trends

5 approaches that engage middle school students in STEM learning

December 2, 2024 by Laura Ascione
As students progress through middle school, STEM learning should focus on building curiosity, confidence, and foundational skills.
Creating engaging STEM learning experiences in middle school is essential to spark curiosity, build foundational skills, and foster a love for STEM topics--and potentially encourage students to pursue…
Students with Special Needs

This season, finding my gratitude in art and teaching

November 28, 2024 by Sara Wodarski, NewHope Academy
Educators guide and support students, but also learn from gratitude from their curiosity, problem-solving skills, and unique ways of thinking
My students surprise me with their creativity and resilience. They’re not just kids in a special education school; they’re individuals who teach me new ways to view art…
Coding and Robotics

Using robots to teach creativity, collaboration, and self-confidence

November 27, 2024 by Hunter McConnell, Jacksonville ISD
As they engage with robots, students build essential skills and gain engineering experience as they gain creativity and collaboration skills.
At Jacksonville Independent School District we like to combine social-emotional learning with coding education. Here’s how it has worked since we introduced virtual robotics at our middle school.
Computer Science Education

Computer science education sees more investment, but access gaps linger

November 26, 2024 by Laura Ascione
An annual look at computer science education reveals persistent gaps in access, particularly for underserved student groups.
More policymakers are prioritizing computer science education, recognizing the vital role it and other STEM subjects plays in helping students develop workplace-ready skills.
Durable Skills

Enhancing media literacy skills in the age of AI

November 8, 2024 by Sam Bowman, eSN Contributing Writer
Students can develop media literacy skills with edtech tools and engage in the digital and AI-infused world.
Media literacy has emerged as a critical skillset in today's digital landscape. As individuals increasingly consume content from many platforms, understanding how to discern credible information from misinformation…
District Management

Helping K-12 leaders use data more effectively and confidently

October 29, 2024 by Tatiana Ciccarelli, NWEA
Data use can be an obstacle that even the most skilled K-12 leaders struggle with--for many, it can feel like too much.
Data is an essential aspect of a school’s culture. At the leadership level, data can be used to identify trends, validate conjectures, monitor progress and check the efficacy…
Literacy

4 components of an effective literacy ecosystem

October 22, 2024 by Laura Ascione
4 components of an effective literacy ecosystem or literacy program
Literacy is arguably the most important skill needed to ensure students reach academic and professional success. It's also important that students establish strong literacy skills from the get-go--because…
Newsline

CAE’s New Critical Thinking Resources Help Students Build and Practice their Higher-Order Skills

October 15, 2024 by ESchool News Staff
NEW YORK | Source: GlobeNewswire — The Council for Aid to Education, Inc. (CAE), a nonprofit developer of performance-based assessments that authentically measure ... Read more
Literacy

To start the school year off right, invest in literacy

October 15, 2024October 10, 2024 by Kendra Randle, the Emma Donnan Campus of Adelante Schools
When it comes to the school year, literacy is essential for all aspects of a young person’s life--in and out of the classroom.
As a country, we are at a pivotal time. Recent national test scores found that our country’s eighth graders are still a full school year behind pre-COVID levels in their…
Newsline

Greenville County Schools Partners With Hats & Ladders To Prepare Students For Lifelong Career Success

October 9, 2024 by ESchool News Staff
Greenville, SC – Greenville County Schools (GCS) is joining forces with Hats &Ladders, an innovative educational technology company, to revolutionize ... Read more
AI in Education

AI use guide helps students navigate AI in learning

October 8, 2024 by Laura Ascione
As AI becomes a part of every industry, students are mastering how to incorporate it into their research and learning.
A new AI use guide from Elon University and the American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) is intended to help guide college students as they move through education in a…
Newsline

ORIGO Education Introduces ORIGO Intervention Essentials: A Game-Changer for Math Fluency

September 27, 2024 by ESchool News Staff
Earth City, MO. — ORIGO Education, a leading provider of elementary math solutions from Pre-K to Grade 6, is thrilled ... Read more
Education Technology

What are the positive effects of using technology in the classroom?

September 26, 2024 by ESchool News
What are the positive effects of using technology in the classroom? Increased student engagement and academic achievement.
Technology provides valuable resources and tools that foster collaboration, improve accessibility, and equip students with essential digital skills needed for success in today’s world.
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