Accessibility, Interactive Learning and Skills

8 under-the-radar digital learning resources

eSchool News

JULY 11, 2025

Here are ten standout resources that can enhance instruction, boost engagement, and support deeper learning. CurrikiStudio Subject areas: All subjects Best for: Interactive learning content creation CurrikiStudio is a free, open-source platform that allows teachers to design interactive learning experiences without needing coding skills.

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5 strategies to get your students talking

eSchool News

JULY 3, 2025

Those skills start in the classroom. The interactive space makes it easy to use and makes discussion, including virtual discussion, easily accessible from any web-enabled device. Teachers can use Google Slides or another collaborative online tool that gives editing access to multiple people.

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5 fun STEM learning resources for summer engagement

eSchool News

JUNE 16, 2025

Fortunately, a wide range of high-quality digital tools can help K-12 learners stay curious and build STEM skills throughout the summer months. These “snacks” are short, creative experiments that use easily accessible materials to teach key scientific principles.

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Is the Traditional Classroom Becoming Obsolete?

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

As students increasingly seek flexible and interactive learning experiences, the conventional approach may not meet their needs any longer. Not all online platforms deliver quality education, and the lack of face-to-face interaction can hinder social development and collaborative skills.

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Exploring the Importance of Digital Literacy: How Parents Can Support Their Children’s Learning of Essential 21st Century Skills

k12 Online Schools

JUNE 24, 2025

Introduction In the 21st century, digital literacy has emerged as an essential skill set for children and young adults, transcending traditional educational boundaries. Relevance in Today’s Society In a world where information is abundant and easily accessible, being digitally literate is more important than ever.

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MDM solutions and gamification make perfect interactive learning partners

eSchool News

MAY 10, 2023

In addition, gamification can improve student skills such as active learning, problem-solving, and critical thinking. It will also disable or freeze devices after repeated attempts at access. Better Access Control Devices should also have restricted access outside class hours.

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Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration Refines Mission to Focus on Narrowing Opportunity Gaps for Young Students and Educators

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

23, 2022) — The Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration (CILC), a nonprofit dedicated to breaking down educational barriers through virtual, interactive learning, today announced an updated mission that focuses on leveling the playing field for young students and educators. North Mankato, Minn. Education Next.

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Bringing real-life skills to virtual special education

eSchool News

JULY 22, 2024

Classkick excels in creating a dynamic and interactive learning environment that encourages participation and fosters a love for learning. This practical activity allows me to visually assess their understanding of interview dress code and making this a practical skill for real life.

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Why Sending Students Home with Writing Assignments Might Not Be The Best Idea

Catlin Tucker

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Competence: Students may not feel confident in their writing skills generally or their ability to answer a particular question specifically. Family members might not be fluent in the language of the writing assignments, or they may lack the necessary writing skills to assist their students effectively. Pre-order Available!

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How digital tools and AI can enhance social studies

eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2024

These tools encompass a broad spectrum of resources, including educational apps, multimedia presentations, virtual field trips, and interactive maps–all of which have the potential to enhance the teaching and learning of social studies.

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Beyond the bookshelves: 3 ways school libraries have evolved to meet students’ needs

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Once simply a quiet space to check out books, libraries have evolved to provide students with a holistic and interactive learning experience. The digital shift Along with traditional physical materials, school libraries now also house a wealth of digital tools, including e-books, online databases and multimedia resources.

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Why are technology tools important in teaching and learning?

eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

From interactive whiteboards to educational apps, K-12 tech innovation news highlights how technology fosters personalized learning experiences, adapting to individual student needs. Interactive whiteboards, educational apps, and online resources engage students, making complex concepts more accessible.

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Breaking Classroom Barriers with Advanced AV

eSchool News

JANUARY 16, 2025

Teachers were confined to fixed AV systems located at designated desks, restricting their mobility and limiting opportunities for interactive learning. Furthermore, the district aimed to standardize AV technology across all campuses, ensuring equal access to high-quality resources regardless of each schools fundraising capabilities.

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Learning in the Digital Age

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Key points: Digital tools are powering a new era of K-12 learning Still, challenges remain–among them, equity and access Stay up to date on the latest trends about learning in the digital age In today’s digital age, learning has gone through a profound transformation, reshaping traditional educational models.

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LAUSD launches revolutionary AI tool

eSchool News

MARCH 26, 2024

By leveraging the power of AI, we are creating a tool for all students that maximizes resources beyond the school day by individualizing their education and integrating information for accelerating learning at a level never before seen. “Artificial intelligence will never replace the talent of a teacher. .”

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5 AI tools for classroom creativity

eSchool News

APRIL 17, 2025

Here are 5 AI tools for classroom creativity: Quillionz : Helps teachers and students generate quizzes, multiple-choice questions, and flashcards from text input and encourages self-assessment and interactive learning. AI Dungeon : Great for improving writing skills, imagination, and decision-making.

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What is one negative effect technology has had on education?

eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Key points: Technology is not without its pitfalls–and equity is a big issue Learn more about K-12 Tech Innovation News Discover The Impact of Technology on Education While technology has revolutionized K-12 education, its integration has not been without challenges. Technology has also facilitated personalized learning experiences.

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Ozobot Brings Learning to Life with MetaBot™ — the First Free Educational Augmented Reality Robot

eSchool News

DECEMBER 12, 2021

REDONDO BEACH, CA – December 8, 2021 – Ozobot, global leader of programmable robotics and STEAM-based learning solutions for K-12 education that empower the next generation of creators, today unveiled its newest innovation – MetaBot – the first free augmented reality (AR) robot for education. About Ozobot.

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What Technology is Used in Teaching and Learning?

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Adaptive learning platforms tailor instruction to individual needs, promoting personalized learning experiences. Collaboration tools facilitate real-time communication and teamwork, essential skills in a digital world. Moreover, technology provides instant access to a wealth of information, cultivating digital literacy.

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Discovery Education Premieres Haul!: An Interactive STEM Learning Experience that Digs Into Sustainable Copper Production with Freeport-McMoRan

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Students must navigate a loaded haul truck through a 3D copper mine to earn their Haul Truck Operator’s Scorecard, while learning how STEM is used in this larger-than-life operation. The learning experience is accessible through web browsers and Chromebooks using a keyboard and mouse or a USB game controller.

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How immersive technology can empower students (and teachers) to learn

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Immersive, experiential technology is transforming how both students and teachers learn. Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR and VR) provide deeper engagement, opportunities for collaboration, and hands-on learning that places newly acquired knowledge and skills in context. Immersive learning isn’t just for students.

Technology

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Gale and ConnectEDD Publishing Announce Partnership to Offer Jimmy Casas’ PD Resources on Gale eBooks Platform

eSchool News

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Gale , part of Cengage Group and ConnectEDD Publishing , have partnered to bring the professional development (PD) resources of best-selling author, leadership coach, and K-12 professional learning expert, Jimmy Casas , to school districts nationwide via the Gale eBooks platform.

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Introducing Savvas PathMaker, a Complete Learning Solution for College and Career Readiness

eSchool News

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Designed to offer flexibility for educators and choice for students, Savvas PathMaker delivers an exciting array of online dual-enrollment and career and technical education (CTE) courses that enable students to create their own personalized pathways and gain the skills and confidence to become college and career ready.

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15 edtech startups selected for the inaugural AWS Education Accelerator

eSchool News

JANUARY 25, 2024

Learn about the startups and the problems they aim to solve: Augmental Learning Inc , County of Sussex, DE Augmental provides an AI-powered learning platform that empowers educational content creators by offering next-generation personalized learning, intelligent content creation, and data-driven analytics. Oblio, Inc.

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New Teacher-Focused Program Launched to Drive Literacy Results for Alaska Students

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Better outcomes for Alaska students start with access to teachers utilizing research-grounded, evidence-based instructional practices in the science of reading,” said Jason Mendenhall, President of State Solutions Division at NWEA.

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DoE compiles new report on using tech with young learners

eSchool News

OCTOBER 24, 2016

Now the federal departments of Education and Health and Human Services are throwing in their two cents with the release of a new policy brief on the subject , which advocates active, meaningful, and socially interactive learning for kids up to eight years old.

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How immersive technology can empower students (and teachers) to learn

eSchool News

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Immersive, experiential technology is transforming how both students and teachers learn. Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR and VR) provide deeper engagement, opportunities for collaboration, and hands-on learning that places newly acquired knowledge and skills in context. Immersive learning isn’t just for students.

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Explore Interactive Announces Partnership with Award-Winning Curriculum Developer, EiE

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

MindLabs by Explore Interactive brings state-of-the-art technology that, combined with award-winning EiE curricula, will provide teachers with standards-aligned, engaging activities to help students build skills in problem-solving, critical thinking, engineering design, and team collaboration — all skills required for jobs in the 21st century.

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How multimedia and interactive tech transform engagement

eSchool News

APRIL 1, 2025

Key points: Edtech objectives and student engagement goals should drive technology selections Leveraging edtech for differentiated instruction A critical shift in digital instruction in 2025 For more news on interactive learning, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Education today looks dramatically different from classrooms of just a decade ago.

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How immersive technology can empower students (and teachers) to learn

eSchool News

AUGUST 31, 2023

Immersive, experiential technology is transforming how both students and teachers learn. Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR and VR) provide deeper engagement, opportunities for collaboration, and hands-on learning that places newly acquired knowledge and skills in context. Immersive learning isn’t just for students.

Technology

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What are the 8 trends in education technology that will have a major impact in 2024?

eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Hybrid learning models, combining in-person and online elements, will continue to offer flexibility and adaptability. Augmented and virtual reality applications are expected to become more integrated, enhancing immersive and interactive learning experiences.

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What are the Benefits of Artificial Intelligence in the Education Sector?

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

AI fosters content enrichment by generating interactive learning materials like simulations and virtual labs, making subjects more engaging. Moreover, it facilitates adaptive assessments, moving beyond traditional testing to evaluate critical thinking skills.

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64 predictions about edtech trends in 2024

eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

In 2023, a new popular kid in town, better known as AI, dominated headlines and prompted debates around how students could abuse–and should use–the generative tool for learning. This helps build strong retrieval pathways and helps students more efficiently master concepts and skills. What are the projections for edtech?

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61 predictions about edtech, equity, and learning in 2022

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2022

Many silver linings emerged and digital learning cemented itself as a “must have” in schools. Equity remained front and center, too, raising issues of inequitable technology access, along with racial and socioeconomic disparities and discrimination. Edtech companies that fail to prioritize accessibility will be left behind.

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Savvas Launches New Interactive US and World History Series

eSchool News

OCTOBER 15, 2020

With a focus on inquiry and critical thinking, the programs’ curriculum boosts student engagement with digital activities, culturally responsive content, and support for integrating social emotional learning skills. Election Resources — provides up-to-date U.S.

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What’s the state of STEM?

eSchool News

MARCH 12, 2025

Among AI applications respondents currently use are interactive learning tools (20 percent), personalizedstudentlearning experiences (22 percent), anddata analysis to gain insights into student performance (11 percent). The survey also revealed a range of teacher concerns about AI in education.

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TCEA 2025 spotlights innovation, collaboration

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

It provides access to four new content suites that empower educators to transform classroom learning with dynamic, immersive VR experiences. These resources aim to boost student engagement, deepen understanding and make learning more interactive and memorable. More about these offerings can be explored here.

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Gale Enhances Miss Humblebee’s Academy to Improve User Experience and Better Outcomes

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

Guided Learning Path: Updated classroom setting gives children a visual queue of a starting point, interval achievements, and a finish line as they advance from beginning skill level to school readiness. Improved Primary Navigation : Optimized classroom navigation supports new learning paths, content, and subject-specific navigation.

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9 new digital learning resources from TCEA

eSchool News

MARCH 3, 2022

The research, which pulls from i-Ready Diagnostic data, shows fewer students started the year prepared for math and ELA, fewer are on target to learn to read, and there are more gaps in phonics and sophisticated math skill comprehension.

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Sony, Edmodo, partner on math challenge

eSchool News

OCTOBER 19, 2015

By working with Edmodo, Sony Global Education will make its Global Math Challenge, a worldwide online math competition, accessible to teachers and students in over 190 countries. With the click of a button, educators and students will gain access to valuable resources and activities. Sony Global Education, Inc.

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New Mexico’s Middle College High School Selects Discovery Education’s Pivot Interactives to Support Student Science Explorations

eSchool News

APRIL 12, 2023

Activities offer opportunities for interactive learning, where students explore and learn for themselves. Middle College High School prides itself on its work to instill in all students the critical thinking and reasoning skills, and love for learning, needed for collegiate success,” said MCHS Principal Michael Cunanan.

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A new teacher’s perspective: Today’s best edtech resources

eSchool News

JUNE 14, 2024

Esports I also learned that middle and high school extracurricular esports programs offer numerous ways to engage students in instruction, especially in a rural community like Alberton. Esports programs provide students opportunities to develop teamwork, strategic thinking, and leadership skills in a collaborative environment.

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What are the Benefits of Using Technology in the Classroom?

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

It facilitates access to diverse resources, fosters interactive learning experiences, and prepares students for a tech-driven world. By integrating digital tools effectively, educators can create dynamic environments that promote deeper understanding and critical thinking skills.

Technology

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How Does Technology Impact Student Learning?

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Key points: Technology buoys student learning via engagement Technology has earned its place in classrooms Stay up to date on the latest in education technology Education technology has a profound impact on student learning by enhancing engagement, fostering personalized education, and providing access to vast resources.

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Exploring the Importance of Digital Literacy: How Parents Can Support Their Children’s Learning of Essential 21st Century Skills

MDM solutions and gamification make perfect interactive learning partners

Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration Refines Mission to Focus on Narrowing Opportunity Gaps for Young Students and Educators

Bringing real-life skills to virtual special education

Why Sending Students Home with Writing Assignments Might Not Be The Best Idea

How digital tools and AI can enhance social studies

Beyond the bookshelves: 3 ways school libraries have evolved to meet students’ needs

Why are technology tools important in teaching and learning?

Breaking Classroom Barriers with Advanced AV

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LAUSD launches revolutionary AI tool

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What is one negative effect technology has had on education?

Ozobot Brings Learning to Life with MetaBot™ — the First Free Educational Augmented Reality Robot

What Technology is Used in Teaching and Learning?

Discovery Education Premieres Haul!: An Interactive STEM Learning Experience that Digs Into Sustainable Copper Production with Freeport-McMoRan

How immersive technology can empower students (and teachers) to learn

Gale and ConnectEDD Publishing Announce Partnership to Offer Jimmy Casas’ PD Resources on Gale eBooks Platform

Introducing Savvas PathMaker, a Complete Learning Solution for College and Career Readiness

15 edtech startups selected for the inaugural AWS Education Accelerator

New Teacher-Focused Program Launched to Drive Literacy Results for Alaska Students

DoE compiles new report on using tech with young learners

How immersive technology can empower students (and teachers) to learn

Explore Interactive Announces Partnership with Award-Winning Curriculum Developer, EiE

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How immersive technology can empower students (and teachers) to learn

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64 predictions about edtech trends in 2024

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Savvas Launches New Interactive US and World History Series

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TCEA 2025 spotlights innovation, collaboration

Gale Enhances Miss Humblebee’s Academy to Improve User Experience and Better Outcomes

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Sony, Edmodo, partner on math challenge

New Mexico’s Middle College High School Selects Discovery Education’s Pivot Interactives to Support Student Science Explorations

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