eSchool News

JULY 20, 2022

Through these interactive professional development sessions, participants will learn best practices for integrating their new digital resources into instruction. Effective professional development will maximize the power of these resources, increase student engagement in learning, and support students’ continued academic development.

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Faculty Focus

MAY 20, 2025

In a course that requires out-of-class reading, that conversation is highly reliant on students doing their part and completing the assigned reading.However, in recent semesters, students engaging in focused reading in which they annotate text is dwindling. Students may also reread (or, for some, read) the assigned pages.

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eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2025

Recently added lessons enable elementary students to explore the phenomena of seasonal change, travel back in time to a medieval castle, investigate animal habitats around the world, and more. million educators and 45 million students worldwide, and its resources are accessed in over 100 countries and territories.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Specifically, district leaders and teachers sought a digital resource aligned to the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) standards, supportive of hands-on learning, and accessible to the district’s English Language Learners. All CCISD educators enjoy access to the Discovery Education Community.

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eSchool News

APRIL 6, 2021

These new digital resources, and supporting professional learning experiences, will play a critical role in continuing each students’ academic progress on any device, whether at home or in the classroom. When planning this initiative, Keysight sought to strengthen equity of access in education with modern digital resources.

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Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Below are the benefits and challenges of being a student in a whole group lesson. Blended Learning Benefit #1: Student Agency. What: Student agency is the students’ ability to make key decisions in the learning experience. Pain Point: Teachers are frustrated by a lack of student engagement and motivation.

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Edsurge

JUNE 8, 2022

“What we are hearing is students are personally overwhelmed, emotionally overwhelmed—and facing financial hardship, technology issues and difficulties with child care that are preventing them from logging on,” says Tim Renick, founding executive director of the National Institute for Student Success at Georgia State University.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 24, 2020

Nevertheless, these students bring with them their hopes and aspirations—and are depending on college faculty and staff to help them find success. In late spring of 2020, the center offered an online survey focused on how students were managing all the changes brought about by the pandemic.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

To highlight the importance of daily reading during the COVID-19 pandemic, Renaissance , a global leader in pre-K–12 education technology, is offering unlimited free access to myON digital books and news articles from February 1–7, 2021. The importance of reading materials at home cannot be overstated.

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Catlin Tucker

DECEMBER 20, 2020

My adaptation of Staker and Horn’s (2012) often cited definition is rooted in constructivist principles emphasizing the student’s role as an active participant in the learning process. The why driving my shift to blended learning has always been a desire to increase student engagement.

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eSchool News

JULY 12, 2024

When specifically asked about generative AI tools, participants reported an 18 percent increase in use since first reported in September 2023. ” Other key findings from Imagine Learning’s report include : AI’s positive impact: 55 percent of participants agree that generative AI will have a positive impact in the classroom.

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Catlin Tucker

APRIL 1, 2020

I recommend that teachers get a week ahead of their students in terms of the design and delivery of course materials. However, in the world of online learning, students typically have access to an entire week’s worth of content at the beginning of the week.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

Reports highlight that many students struggle with self-discipline in an online environment, leading to higher dropout rates compared to traditional settings. Moreover, issues like digital dividewhere not all students have equal access to technologyraise concerns about equity in education.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 2, 2024

The company announced last week that it is offering elementary educators nationwide the unique opportunity to participate in the development of its latest product, Mystery Writing by Discovery Education , through a free, year-long trial. This approach aims to keep students engaged and actively involved in their learning process.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

School administrators should be continually on the lookout for emerging technologies that can increase student engagement, retain knowledge, and make learning more accessible. Today, teachers and students have complete access to smartphones, tablets, or laptops in all classes.

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eSchool News

MARCH 7, 2024

However, studies suggest that a significant percentage of students feel disengaged in their learning, posing a challenge for educators. As teachers strive to adapt their instructional methods to nurture student curiosity and drive deeper student engagement, the principles outlined in Teach Like A Pirate offer valuable insights.

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Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Below, let me share instructional strategies that I use in my courses (virtual, asynchronous, and in-person) to recover student engagement. I’ve been utilizing mid-semester check-ins for several years now and have noticed that students respond best when I send out informal invitations to reflect on their learning experiences.

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eSchool News

MAY 5, 2023

Students’ access to opportunities in life largely depends on their access to diverse, supportive relationships.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 4, 2021

Family distractions are also at play, particularly for older students who may care for younger siblings while parents are at work. Amid these disruptions, it can be challenging to get students to consistently log on, stay on, and participate in learning. Try using music to keep students engaged and motivated.

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eSchool News

APRIL 4, 2023

Over time and through trial and error, we’ve learned the importance of engaging students in relevant content that is meaningful to them, engaging them in monitoring their own learning, or engaging them through strategies that make learning accessible.

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Catlin Tucker

APRIL 5, 2023

As teachers, we know that the physical environment of a classroom can have a significant impact on how students engage with the material and each other. From the color of the walls to the lighting and temperature, every aspect of the room can contribute to a student’s ability to feel comfortable and stay focused.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 25, 2023

Wondering how to get your students upbeat about learning math? According to the study, learners who only received teacher training and did not engage with the online learning tools had poorer achievement scores. Teachers enjoy a boost in student engagement The use of interactive technology helps make lessons fascinating.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 24, 2025

Through its transformative Engage IRL (Engage in Real Life) initiative, the district is encouraging kids to get off their devices and onto the pickleball court, into the swimming pool, and outside in the fresh air. In only two years, student engagement in extracurriculars has nearly doubled.

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eSchool News

JULY 1, 2024

Karen Cheser, Superintendent of Durango School District (CO) described creating inclusive environments and providing access to educational resources in a rural setting. Inclusivity and Belonging : Creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all students, particularly in diverse and rural areas, is vital for student success.

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eSchool News

JULY 5, 2022

Avantis Education , maker of ClassVr, announced the launch of Eduverse – a ground-breaking new online platform that gives students access to a K-12 metaverse. In the Eduverse, students can access immersive, educational content and amazing VR experiences. AVer Information Inc.,

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eSchool News

JUNE 14, 2024

During my “freshman year” in the classroom, I made it a point to ask colleagues at my school, members of my professional learning community, educators I met at conferences, and others: “What are the best edtech resources for a new teacher to engage students and ignite their curiosity about learning?”

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Catlin Tucker

JULY 9, 2020

A big issue for many teachers was a general lack of student engagement online. I cannot say I am surprised given the lack of clarity about expectations for participation online, the “no harm” grading policies adopted by many districts during school closures, and issues around equity and access.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Let’s teach our students to steer through the online ocean of data to be both effective researchers and responsible digital citizens. These positive learning outcomes make esports popular in secondary grades, with both students and educators advocating for the addition and growth of scholastic esports in their middle and high schools.

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eSchool News

APRIL 8, 2025

Allowing students to explore and actively engage with real-world phenomena sparks curiosity, deepens understanding, and levels the playing field for learners with diverse needs and experiences. Why hands-on STEM learning works Research shows experiential learning is a powerful way to keep students engaged in STEM.

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eSchool News

JUNE 2, 2022

Silver Spring, MD (Thursday, June 2, 2022) — To keep students engaged in learning all summer long, Discovery Education and its Social Impact Partners are offering students and caregivers an array of no-cost dynamic digital resources they can use at home. Discovery Education serves approximately 4.5

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eSchool News

JANUARY 25, 2024

Amazon Web Services (AWS) in early January announced 15 startup companies selected to participate in the inaugural AWS Education Accelerator. The participating edtech startups are focused on a wide range of solutions for PK-12, higher education, and workforce education customers. Oblio, Inc. Quizard AI, Inc.

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Faculty Focus

JULY 27, 2023

QR codes can be used to share materials with students and to engage students in active learning activities. They provide a quick way to access a webpage that could be the syllabus, a poll, a list of resources, or a shared online space for a brainstorming activity. What are some equity, accessibility, and security issues?

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

It’s a privilege to support their creativity, and we look forward to seeing even more students share their artistic visions next year.” Participants submitted their work during the contest period from May 28 to August 26. With no limit on the number of submissions, participants explored various themes and styles of photography.

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Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 5, 2024

This trend underscores the growing popularity of online education as a means of accessing higher education opportunities. While distance learning offers students unparalleled flexibility, concerns regarding classroom engagement persist among online educators.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Student teams–comprising 8 to 10 classes from far-flung cities in e-classrooms of approximately 300 students–have developed responses to such issues as climate change and access to clean water.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

To help, the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (MA DESE) partnered with VHS Learning to create the STEM Advanced Placement Access Expansion Opportunity , which enables up to 1,500 students within the state to take free AP® courses during the 2022-2023 academic year.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 28, 2021

Schools that support students from underserved communities who finish the challenge will have the chance to keep learning on CoderZ’s cloud-based platform with its virtual robots and game-like “missions.” Participating students will see how what they learn in class relates to future job opportunities.

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