Faculty Focus

MAY 18, 2025

Creating a classroom in the service of social justice (The Metropolitan Center for Urban Education, 2008) requires a profound understanding of the impact of human diversity on teaching and learning (Cushner et al., Examine course syllabi to make sure policies (late work, absence, participation grades, etc.)

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k12 Digest

MAY 15, 2025

As we witness the rapid evolution of educational technology, the convergence of bite-sized learning modules with intelligent virtual tutors is creating unprecedented opportunities for personalised education. Todays educational chatbots analyse learning patterns, identify knowledge gaps, and adjust difficulty levels in real time.

Education 150

Education Learning Knowledge Feedback 150

k12 Digest

JULY 1, 2025

In a 2023 national survey by Hanover Research, only 27% of American high school students said they felt what they were learning was relevant to the real world. Are they memorizing facts, or learning how to think, solve, and lead? More than just doing projects, it’s about making learning real.

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k12 Digest

JUNE 23, 2025

Nam Ngo Thanh is an educational leader, innovator, and advocate for equity-driven, holistic learning. He shared his views on integrating technology meaningfully into the classroom, Teaching methodologies, personalized learning, interdisciplinary instruction, and many more.

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Interdisciplinary Learning Feedback Culture 144

eSchool News

JUNE 27, 2025

These trainers will be equipped to deliver foundational AI literacy training to colleagues, ultimately scaling impact and fostering equitable access to AI education for students statewide. Participants in the Train-the-Trainer initiative will engage in virtual professional learning sessions, organized into two supportive cohorts.

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eSchool News

APRIL 24, 2025

Key points: AI’s instant feedback may help students from feeling lost during instruction Most teachers agree AI is a time-saver With AI coaching, a math platform helps students tackle tough concepts For more news on AI and instruction, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub This press release originally appeared online.

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Math Participation Feedback High School 236

k12 Digest

MAY 19, 2025

Mind, brain and education science combines knowledge in the fields of cognitive psychology, neuroscience, and education to inform methods of teaching and explore the impact of those strategies on learning, helping to transform the field of education.

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Science Education Motivation Lecturing 247

eSchool News

JUNE 12, 2025

Here are five actionable strategies to help school leaders strengthen their recruitment efforts and build a sustainable pipeline of effective teachers: Create an online program to expand access and flexibility Launching or expanding an online learning program can help attract educators who value flexibility.

Teachers 202

Teachers Ethics Fairness Coaching 202

eSchool News

MAY 8, 2025

million gift to TAP in 2022, further strengthening Achieve Miamis efforts to recruit and train qualified educators to teach in public, private and charter schools across Miami-Dade and close learning gaps in the citys schools. Learn more at www.achievemiami.org. This gift builds on Griffins $3.5

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Achievement Teachers Internet Accessibility 222

k12 Digest

JUNE 24, 2025

Yet, many traditional learning environments struggle to meet the diverse needs of students. At the heart of this transformative institution is Llana Ann Reece, an educational leader with a bold vision for learning. With years of experience in international education, Llana understands that no two students learn the same way.

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Exams Counselling Education Schools 137

eSchool News

JUNE 25, 2025

Click below to listen and click forward for a breakdown of the conversation: Key Takeaways Industry Transformation ISTE becomes first conference to implement quality indicators as partial gatekeepers for vendor participation Plans to gradually increase requirements over coming years until full compliance is mandatory for expo floor access Five quality (..)

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Evaluation Participation Educational Technologies Questions 130

eSchool News

JULY 8, 2025

As we matured and grew as teachers of writing, we learned that teaching writing in such simplistic ways may be easier, but it was not actually teaching students to be writers. We learned with time and experience that writing instruction is a complex task within a complex system. Sharples, M. link] Waltuck, B.

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Faculty Focus

JULY 1, 2025

In the digital era, especially post-pandemic, this strategy has gained renewed importance for fostering active learning, critical thinking, and academic resilience. Today, the flipped classroom is no longer just about moving lectures online but about curating immersive, personalized learning environments. Flipped Classroom 2.0:

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Critical Thinking Student Engagement Lecturing Quizzes 94

Faculty Focus

JULY 1, 2025

In the digital era, especially post-pandemic, this strategy has gained renewed importance for fostering active learning, critical thinking, and academic resilience. Today, the flipped classroom is no longer just about moving lectures online but about curating immersive, personalized learning environments. Flipped Classroom 2.0:

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Critical Thinking Student Engagement Lecturing Quizzes 87

Edsurge

JUNE 16, 2025

That was Alexis Johnson’s reaction when she saw professional learning opportunities focused on computational thinking. Meeting the Growing Demand for CS Skills Alexis Johnson First Grade Teacher, Canyons School District Computing and technology shape how we communicate, work and learn. “Let’s do it!”

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Science Teachers Critical Thinking STEM 141

Faculty Focus

MAY 20, 2025

Without adequate reading, students will be reluctant, or unable, to participate in class discussions and conversations for lack of understanding and fear of not measuring-up to peers (Severe, E., If a student is reluctant to participate in any of the focused reflections, they are given a doodle paper and three colored pencils.

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Instructors Assignments Participation Students 93

eSchool News

JUNE 6, 2025

At one point, our high school students were learning in a church because we didn’t have a traditional classroom set-up. Designed and outfitted by MiEN and Meteor Education, the Empowerment Center is where kids go to hang out, collaborate, and/or participate in school club activities. It’s there for the students’ use.

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Edsurge

JUNE 18, 2025

Through competitive gaming, students strengthen digital literacy, teamwork and social-emotional skills , while also creating pathways to explore STEM learning and career readiness. Building Real-World Learning Through Games Florida schools face frequent hurricane threats, making resilient building design a critical local issue.

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STEM Disabilities Interdisciplinary Critical Thinking 139

eSchool News

JULY 10, 2025

“Starting in middle school, our young people need early access to opportunities that empowers them to explore careers that match their interests and strengths; hands-on, skills-based experiences in high school; and information and resources to navigate their path to postsecondary education and career.

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eSchool News

MAY 8, 2025

By leveraging flexible staffing solutions, schools can access high-quality therapists at a lower overall cost. Additionally, school-related therapy services should always be tailored to the school environment, focused on the child maximizing their access to and participation in their education.

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Schools Special Education Languages Language 241

k12 Digest

MAY 19, 2025

Mind, brain and education science combines knowledge in the fields of cognitive psychology, neuroscience, and education to inform methods of teaching and explore the impact of those strategies on learning, helping to transform the field of education.

Science 130

Science Education Motivation Lecturing 130

eSchool News

MAY 7, 2025

Participating students have made impressive gains, averaging more than 2.5 First-grade reading instruction is where we lay the groundwork for a lifetime of learning, said Jess Reid Sliwerski, CEO of Ignite Reading. High-dosage tutoring has proven to be a transformative tool in accelerating learning and closing achievement gaps.

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Edsurge

JUNE 13, 2025

They then ran a series of focus groups, which included parents, students and educators, to gain a better understanding of what participants knew about AI, what concerned them and how it affected their daily lives. Hayes recalls one teen participant who self-published a book that used an AI-generated image on the cover.

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Essay Ethics Fairness Assignments 167

k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

That vision became AEF Schools , a place designed for students who needed something differenta structured, supportive environment where learning goes beyond textbooks and tests. Learning That Works for Every Student Imagine a student who is bright, curious, and eager to learn but constantly struggles in a traditional classroom.

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Skills Schools Learning Students 137

Faculty Focus

MAY 15, 2025

This article includes a free, open-access resource for educators: What Your Students Arent Telling You: Listening, Learning, and Leading with Empathy. The book, co-authored with students, offers actionable strategies and insights to help create more inclusive and humane learning environments.

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Disabilities Course Design Students Lecturing 53

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. What innovations might redefine the learning environment? Data indicates that online learning offers flexibility that traditional classrooms often can’t match. A study from the U.S.

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Hybrid Learning Learning Styles Study Critical Thinking 135

eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2025

Charlotte, NC Discovery Education , the creators of indispensable K-12 learning solutions used in classrooms around the world, today announced an exciting new slate of standards-aligned educational content and instructional resources for Back-to-School 2025 that will inspire teachers and engage students.

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Cult of Pedagogy

APRIL 27, 2025

If there is one learning strategy I’ve probably talked the most about on this platform, it’s retrieval practice. A big and growing body of research tells us that when we study with retrieval, we learn and remember things much better than we do by other review methods. It’s crickets.

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Multiple Choice Questions Teachers Writing Questions 80

eSchool News

APRIL 22, 2025

Becoming a healthy digital citizen isnt just about managing device access, but teaching digital habits that spark curiosity, create community, and solve problems. This partnership with Pinterest will help school leaders create the conditions that support student wellbeing, focus, and meaningful learning.

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Culture Schools Participation Teaching 206

Edsurge

JUNE 4, 2025

As classrooms across the country become more linguistically diverse, educators face a growing challenge: ensuring that every student, regardless of English proficiency, can access learning, participate fully and feel included. Today, emergent bilingual (EB) students, also known as English learners, account for 10.6

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English Languages Language Assignments 131

k12

JULY 10, 2025

For many families, online learning opened the door to new possibilities in education. There are proven tools, techniques, and activities that can enhance the engagement and effectiveness of online learning for students. Supporting your child’s engagement helps them thrive academically and strengthens their enthusiasm for learning.

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Online Learning Quizzes Learning Motivation 52

Elevate k12

MAY 15, 2025

When paired with strong instructional practices, these tools open up more ways for students to participate, process, and thrive. Whether you’re new to working with MLs or just looking for a few fresh ideas, these five teacher-approved strategies are here to help boost participation, build language, and make learning meaningful for all.

Languages 52

Languages Language Participation Writing 52

Cult of Pedagogy

MAY 11, 2025

The case reveals insights about a question relevant to a marathon course or an academic course: How can the integrity of results be ensured when there is easy access to technology that can be used to cheat? In other words, regardless of students access to AI tools, cheating has been and continues to be endemic.

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Academic Integrity Learning Assignments Feedback 92

eSchool News

MAY 6, 2025

The initiative uses Transfr VR goggles to help students access vocational training modules, which make students’ project-based learning more tangible and relevant–and can help meet the needs of an evolving job market. The Transfr goggles really presented a very engaging learning opportunity, he said.

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Students Social Studies Skills English 161

Faculty Focus

JULY 10, 2025

Rethink Participation Not everyone feels comfortable speaking up in class. He is the co-founder of a grassroots nonprofit that advocates for equitable access to education, mentorship, and financial literacy in underserved communities. That kind of insight changes how we teach. Lloyd Lindley Jr. American University.

Teaching 53

Teaching Elementary School Elementary School Failure 53

Faculty Focus

JULY 10, 2025

Rethink Participation Not everyone feels comfortable speaking up in class. He is the co-founder of a grassroots nonprofit that advocates for equitable access to education, mentorship, and financial literacy in underserved communities. That kind of insight changes how we teach. Lloyd Lindley Jr. American University.

Teaching 53

Teaching Elementary School Elementary School Failure 53

Teacher Mood

JUNE 1, 2025

Not only is it okay to stop grading every single assignment , but there’s also a smarter way to ensure your students are learning and growing: self-checking student work. That in order to monitor student learning, we have to review every answer, every response, every paragraph. They’re engaged in metacognition.

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Students Peer Review Math Assignments 52