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JUNE 16, 2025

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. Nationwide, high-quality CS education programs and equitable access lag behind demand. King said she plans to “continue learning more as it evolves.”

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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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eSchool News

JUNE 6, 2025

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. There’s also a large selection of donated books, the latest technology tools, and artwork that was personally selected by an art curation team.

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k12 Digest

JUNE 23, 2025

Nam is the co-founder of the Vietnam Innovative Educators Foundation (VIEF), a professional network of over 157,000 educators committed to advancing technology-enhanced and student-centered teaching practices nationwide. In a recent interview with K12 Digest, Nam Ngo Thanh discussed his experience with technology, innovation, and education.

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Edsurge

JUNE 18, 2025

Leigh Arnold, an educational technology specialist from the School District of Palm Beach County, noted that “students enjoyed the opportunity to participate in something they love, while educators were thrilled to see them demonstrate their knowledge through creative builds and presentations.” Leverage accessible tools.

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k12 Digest

MAY 19, 2025

Technology has permeated every facet of our lives, making many tasks easier, and even doing some of our work for us. The impact of technology on the human brain is still being studied, but there is a body of research which is decades old and has increased its capacity to inform education with advances in medical imaging technology.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

Moreover, issues like digital dividewhere not all students have equal access to technologyraise concerns about equity in education. Moreover, virtual classrooms often utilize a variety of technological tools that enhance interactivity and collaboration. Another concern is the varying levels of access to technology.

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Faculty Focus

JULY 1, 2025

This article explores how these three components can reshape flipped learning and address persistent challenges such as student unpreparedness, fear of participation, and lack of motivation. is not merely a technological upgrade; it is a reimagined learning experience that promotes self-directed learning, critical thinking, and inclusivity.

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Faculty Focus

JULY 1, 2025

This article explores how these three components can reshape flipped learning and address persistent challenges such as student unpreparedness, fear of participation, and lack of motivation. is not merely a technological upgrade; it is a reimagined learning experience that promotes self-directed learning, critical thinking, and inclusivity.

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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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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. How do you balance using AI translation technology while still helping students learn the language?

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Edsurge

MAY 29, 2025

Partly, these schools are successful because they can access public money while retaining the unique character of an independent school, he added. The dangers were significant.

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k12 Digest

JUNE 24, 2025

Outside the classroom, students have access to a variety of extracurricular activities that help them grow personally and professionally. Students participate in school-wide events, team projects, and student-led initiatives that encourage collaboration and respect. “We Our mission is clear,” concludes Llana. “We

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Edsurge

JUNE 11, 2025

This approach helps students see themselves as creators, not just consumers, of technology. Research suggests that interest-driven, creativity-focused tech education increases participation, particularly among student groups historically underrepresented in computer science.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 6, 2025

Kids will think they’re playing games, but are actually participating in [mostly] free simulations available in the education field. A note: some must be downloaded and a few purchased, so the link might take you to a website that provides access rather than play. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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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. I wanted to change thatnot just by asking better questions, but by building an open-access platform that would amplify student voices and inform actionable change.

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Faculty Focus

JUNE 24, 2025

Chickering and Gamson (1987) remind us about the importance of participation and engagement in the classroom: “Learning is not a spectator sport. While new technology can be innovative and fun, it often comes with a high price tag and a need for new professional development during a time of fatigue. References Bailey, E.

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Faculty Focus

JUNE 24, 2025

Chickering and Gamson (1987) remind us about the importance of participation and engagement in the classroom: “Learning is not a spectator sport. While new technology can be innovative and fun, it often comes with a high price tag and a need for new professional development during a time of fatigue. References Bailey, E.

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Elevate k12

JUNE 24, 2025

We are staying ahead of them, with a robust security posture that will scale as education technology evolves. When teachers deliver live instruction, they only access the student data they need—such as a student’s first and last name, IEP status, or participation data—within secure, role-based systems.

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k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

As an Apple Distinguished School, Elmwood integrates technology in ways that feel seamless and empowering. But here, technology isnt a shiny extra. Technology at Elmwood is not a mere add-on, says Matt Perreault, Director of Technology. Its part of the everyday toolkitlike pens once were. Its a bicycle for the mind.

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Edsurge

APRIL 30, 2025

Schools across the country are racing to integrate artificial intelligence into classrooms, but the real challenge isnt just adopting the technology its making sure it works for all students. As districts explore AIs potential, they must also confront critical questions about equity, algorithmic bias and access.

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k12

JULY 10, 2025

Active, engaged learners retain information better, participate more fully, and develop a deeper understanding of the material. Polls and Quizzes: Encourage your child to participate in polls or mini quizzes if their online platform offers them. Encourage your child to participate!

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Cult of Pedagogy

MAY 11, 2025

But because this was 1980, and the technologies that could be used to cheat were more advanced than the technology available to detect cheating, there was no definitive proof. In other words, regardless of students access to AI tools, cheating has been and continues to be endemic. To a running track for a training run?

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k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

At the heart of AEFs teaching methods is the belief that learning should be engaging and accessible. AEF also integrates cutting-edge technology to enhance personalized learning. Technology specialists ensure educators can integrate digital tools effectively, enhancing personalized learning experiences.

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Cal Matters

JUNE 25, 2025

During lockdown students weren’t able to bond and build connections to the institution, or even access support structures,” she said. billion and spent some of that on technology to accommodate remote learning. That disengagement hindered attendance and participation during and after the pandemic, Davidson-Boyd said. “A

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Edsurge

JUNE 23, 2025

All Eyes on California In 2021, California unveiled its plan to provide universal pre-K for all 4-year-olds as well as expand access to income-eligible 3-year-olds by the 2025-2026 school year. It’s important to continue examining why families are choosing TK or not, especially if there are accessibility concerns.

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Edsurge

JUNE 25, 2025

He is committed to creating inclusive, academically rigorous and emotionally safe environments, with a particular focus on how technology influences student development and school culture. There are also innovative ways that technology can help prevent issues like bullying and help young people develop healthy online habits.

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Edsurge

APRIL 24, 2025

Since generative artificial intelligence burst onto the scene a few years ago, schools and educators have grappled with how to approach the powerful-but-experimental technology. The order promotes appropriate integration of AI into education to ensure the United States remains a global leader in this technological revolution.

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k12

JULY 18, 2025

Online school students use computer skills to access classes, communicate with teachers, conduct research, review materials, and turn in assignments. This might seem straightforward, but what constitutes a computer skill evolves in tandem with technology. What are computer skills? Desktop navigation. File management.

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eSchool News

JUNE 30, 2025

For decades, the federal government believed getting more students interested in science, math, and technology was a national security priority. They often attend under-funded schools and have less access to high-tech industries than their peers in urban schools. “All those little things matter,” she said.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 7, 2018

The LearnLab brings together K-12 classroom teachers and university researchers for research collaborations, introducing evidence-based education technologies into the classroom. Vincent College's Fred Rogers Center for Early Learning and Children’s Media to study interactions between teachers and students through the use of technology.

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Edsurge

JULY 15, 2025

So when they’re in child care and they don’t have access to those types of things that they have access to at home, they are seeking attention from the provider.” Often those types of children struggle with social and emotional development because they need that attention,” Blair said. “So

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Edsurge

APRIL 21, 2025

Access to pediatric care can also be limited for families lin rural areas. Children enrolled in Head Start receive more access to comprehensive care, including annual physicals, trips to the dentist, disability testing and an overall focus on nutritional services. There are families that ask, Are you closing? or Should I be worried?

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Edsurge

JULY 3, 2025

This is especially true in parts of the country where state legislatures have enacted laws criminalizing what educators can and can’t say about politically, religiously, or morally divisive topics, as well as regions where public services are underfunded and access to books is already scarce. The breadth of access differs among libraries.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

And while the increase in states requiring computer science education is encouraging, millions of students still lack the access necessary to learn, and most states have yet to make it a graduation requirement. Eleven states now require students to earn credit in computer science to graduate from high school.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

However, this rapid growth of technology is also creating a new digital divide that could widen the existing equity gaps among students from different socio-economic backgrounds. Although equitable access to AI in classrooms is a problem, professional learning offers a solution. AI has the power to revolutionize education.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Responding to a critical gap in technology education, CompTIA Spark has launched free technology curriculum specifically for middle grade classrooms, grades 5-8. Getting students excited about technology and growing their confidence with hands-on learning is critical at the middle school level.

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