eSchool News

MAY 19, 2025

For a year, she piloted a mobile instructional audio unit in her K-6 classes, aiming to make classes as accessible and inclusive for her students as possible. It’s not feasible for learning spaces to be 100 percent free of noise or distractions, yet students must understand what their physical education teachers are saying.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 23, 2022

For all of this to happen when so many students were struggling with the transition to remote learning made John’s story especially refreshing. What held me back was a lack of access to technology and a lack of being forced to be innovative with edtech. John no longer had access to a laptop. I used paper and pencil.

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eSchool News

JUNE 6, 2025

Here are the steps we took to create a space that consistently makes jaws drop and impresses parents who never thought their children would have access to such a warm, welcoming communal space on campus: Add some flexibility into the process. It’s there for the students’ use.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2023

At that time, students were accessing the internet or using digital tools sparingly throughout the school day, and typically only in tech-focused classes. Today, most teens have access to a smartphone and more than 80 percent of K-12 students use a school-issued device as part of their learning.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 9, 2025

At the heart of this movement is a commitment to honoring the dignity and humanity of every student while also removing the stigma around special education by creating learning spaces where differences are not just accepted, but celebrated.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 3, 2023

Though pandemic-related learning loss is a legitimate and profound concern, to discredit virtual learning on this basis would be to misread the situation and to miss out on an invaluable opportunity. But creating a remote learning space is not in itself sufficient.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

While still a repository for information, there has been a major shift from traditional print materials to a blend of physical and digital resources including: e-books, online databases, and multimedia resources to support diverse learning levels.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 28, 2022

January 28, 2022) – The Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration , a veteran expert and thought leader in the virtual learning space, today launched a Black History Month package of fresh and engaging virtual and interactive real-world expeditions for students that cover significant historical, cultural and societal events.

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eSchool News

JULY 12, 2024

Research consistently shows that students thrive in optimized learning spaces, and schools can allocate precious funds more efficiently. Enhance connectivity: Fiber-based networks provide high-speed internet access for all students. Upgrading cabling and switches can be expensive, and funding for these upgrades is often limited.

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eSchool News

MAY 15, 2023

Key points: Esports programs are inclusive and can lead to positive student outcomes A simple approach with accessible, easy-to-use tools, is critical Scholastic esports is rapidly growing, and many schools are starting to incorporate esports programs into their curriculum.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 11, 2019

The schools that do place emphasis on the needs of their students often have programs that encourage accessibility as well as accessible classrooms. Crafting Smart, Accessible Learning Environments. Crafting Smart, Accessible Learning Environments. Adapting Physical Learning Spaces.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 18, 2020

Schools across the globe pivoted to online learning within days as the COVID-19 pandemic swept across countries, shuttered physical learning spaces, and shed light on learning inequities. When COVID-19 hit, educators wondered when–or if–face-to-face learning could safely resume.

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eSchool News

JULY 27, 2017

In traditional classrooms, the teacher uses group space and time to instruct, and students use individual space at home to complete homework and other assigned activities. In flipped environments, students use their individual/at-home time to access learning and instructional material with a device.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

The new programming and strategy are grounded in CILC’s long-standing mission to expand boundaries and change lives by being accessible, relevant, interactive and cultural. Founded in 1994, CILC has been a leader in the interactive virtual learning space before “remote learning” and “virtual experiences” were catchphrases.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 2, 2024

School leaders in today’s world have to navigate the difficult role of supporting students’ many increased needs, as well as operating as a publicly accessible building and facility that is vulnerable to the ever-present risks across America’s cities and communities. Many still don’t feel prepared.

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eSchool News

APRIL 11, 2023

It also prescribes a set of best practices that include documentation requirements, divisions of responsibility, availability, access control, security, auditing and corrective and preventive measures. As a formal specification, it mandates requirements that define how to implement, monitor, maintain and continually improve the ISMS.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 30, 2023

Self-led, active learning will also see a rise as teachers enable students to work at their own pace and make more decisions about their learning––from what types of assignments they complete to how they want to work in the classroom. In other applications, AR, VR, and AI will be used directly by students.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 6, 2020

Schools across the globe pivoted to online learning within days as the COVID-19 pandemic swept across countries, shuttered physical learning spaces, and shed light on learning inequities. When COVID-19 hit, educators wondered when–or if–face-to-face learning could safely resume.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

Digital tools now allow for professional learning to take place anytime, anywhere, and with anyone. Personal learning networks allow educators to acquire resources, access knowledge, receive feedback, and connect with others. Digital badges are an exciting way to acknowledge both formal and informal learning.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 31, 2025

With all of the new technology, refreshed learning spaces, and updated curriculum districts have recently introduced, professional development is essential to ensure effective implementation of these enhancements. Understanding the diverse needs of students is crucial for creating learning experiences that are inclusive and supportive.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 5, 2019

The last wave of instructional initiatives in higher education saw colleges build centers of teaching and learning, sites where faculty could grow their skills and try out new teaching approaches. And that dialogue helps inform the work of IU’s learning spaces team. Collaborative Learning Studio at Indiana University. “A

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eSchool News

JANUARY 27, 2023

We design our classrooms and all spaces with intention, from color to comfort to accessibility to efficiency. To design with all students in mind, we get to know who they really are, read their IEPs, observe, listen, learn, and make decisions based on individual needs.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Educators and policymakers are faced with the challenge of striking a balance between allowing students access to beneficial AI tools while ensuring that these platforms are used ethically. One solution could be to integrate AI into the classroom in a way that complements teaching, rather than replacing it.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Encourage students to dress up and send parents tips on how to decorate their children’s learning space. Just be sure to plan some games based on shared interests and ensure that your materials are accessible. Consider hosting a fun virtual party to get the school year started.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Self-led, active learning will also see a rise as teachers enable students to work at their own pace and make more decisions about their learning––from what types of assignments they complete to how they want to work in the classroom. In other applications, AR, VR, and AI will be used directly by students.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 30, 2024

No matter what their language, teens tend to find on-demand messaging a more comfortable, accessible option in which to open up about their challenges in ways they might find difficult IRL. 9 ways to honor diversity and cultivate safe learning spaces For more news on student well-being, visit eSN’s SEL & Well-Being hub

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

In one of the lessons , students accessed the Agriculture Department’s Food Access Research Atlas to locate food deserts in their city. The location students identified had to be strategically located for equitable access, accounting for the needs of community members most limited by transportation and low economic support.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

One notable piece of K-12 tech innovation news is the integration of interactive devices and digital learning tools, transforming static learning spaces into dynamic, multimedia-rich environments. The proliferation of educational apps and online resources has expanded learning beyond the confines of textbooks.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 16, 2024

As educators, we are fortunate to have access to amazing technology like interactive whiteboards, which help transform the classroom into an engaging, focused, and playful environment where everyone can learn through this technological device.

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eSchool News

MAY 6, 2016

How gamification is driving learning space design. Gamification is moving from simple novelty to a valid pedagogical approach that can deliver powerful learning experiences in higher education and K-12 classrooms alike—and this growth has led to changes in how educators approach their classrooms and physical learning spaces.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 5, 2019

Yet we tend to overlook how ingrained social learning is in our institutions, especially in higher education—how purposefully college campuses are designed to maximize the accidental run-ins and organic engagements. We also miss the opportunity to use the power of technology to create social learning at scale.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 31, 2023

I also know widespread adoption of learning outdoors in nearby nature is simple and could happen almost overnight in schools with access to green spaces. First, let’s immediately infuse the indoor environment with nature to create verdant learning spaces filled with plants (real or fake!),

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eSchool News

JULY 13, 2016

Here’s what they had to say: Understand the learning space. Don’t just roll a few carts into a school building and hope that they fit well in the learning space. At the secondary level, instructors who teach the same class all day need extended access to the carts—an accommodation that’s also noted on Google Calendar.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

As librarians, our job is to not only give students and teachers access to resources they need to succeed, but to be their guide when choosing these resources. As times have changed, technology has advanced, and student needs have evolved—so, too, has the role of the librarian. Who is the modern librarian?

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eSchool News

JULY 15, 2016

Baltimore County Public Schools has plans to launch a Mobile Innovation Lab, opening access to maker learning opportunities to over 100,000 students in 174 schools districtwide. This year, the district’s second graders built their first computer using Kano Raspberry PI and then used text-based code to hack a game in Minecraft.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Then COVID-19 catapulted education into crisis mode, forcing her and all students and teachers into at-home learning situations across the world. Access to computers and Wi-Fi at home was woefully inadequate. A student of mine in an accelerated program for new arrivals to the U.S., Just as school terms were ending in the U.S.,

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 15, 2015

The Smart Notebook Advantage subscription lets customers upgrade to new versions of Notebook software in that first year, as well as access technical support and unlock premium features within Notebook.

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