eSchool News

JUNE 11, 2025

That early access to knowledge helped shape who I am today, and I carry that legacy into my work leading library services and digital learning for more than 30,500 students in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Equity, access, and the power of informational text Irving ISD is a proudly diverse district.

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Edsurge

JULY 14, 2017

There is no lack of evidence to suggest that online classes have deeply transformed the teaching and learning landscape in higher education. But as more faculty are being encouraged to teach online, how often are they aware of why creating the option to take online classes supports their students’ ability to graduate?

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eSchool News

JULY 14, 2025

Integrating technology in CTE isn’t just about fancy equipment; it’s about enhancing teaching methods and expanding opportunities. Another critical aspect of tech integration is expanding access through online and blended learning. The pandemic accelerated the adoption of online platforms for CTE.

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eSchool News

JULY 7, 2025

Educators pointed to flexibility and accessibility as key benefits, enabling students to balance education with other responsibilities while building critical skills for future careers. ” Mental health remains a pressing issue, with 72 percent of teachers anticipating an increase in anxiety and stress among students in 2025.

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eSchool News

JULY 9, 2025

The report found that districts accessed an average of 2,982 distinct edtech tools annually–a nearly 9 percent year-over-year increase–highlighting ongoing challenges related to tool sprawl and duplication. On average, districts saw students access 1,165 tools and teachers access 1,045 tools each month.

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eSchool News

MAY 12, 2025

My goal is to support others in finding and building these bonds by making environmental education accessible, fulfilling, and rooted in a connection to nature. When I was in the classroom, I quickly learned that students are feeling this eco-anxiety whether were talking about climate change or not.

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eSchool News

JULY 8, 2025

Key points: Formulaic writing can constrain thinking and limit creativity Why reliable edtech matters to boost literacy Video game design boosts students’ literacy skills For more news on writing instruction, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Early in our careers, when we were fresh-faced and idealistic (we still are!)

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eSchool News

JULY 22, 2025

According to the SIOP Model (Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol), building background and explicitly teaching vocabulary are essential steps in making content comprehensible for English Learners. These tools aren’t a replacement for good teaching, but they offer powerful scaffolds.

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eSchool News

JUNE 20, 2025

ReadWorks : Reading skills are among the most vulnerable to decline during the summer, especially for students who do not have regular access to books or structured reading activities. Parents can access dashboards to track progress and set goals over the summer.

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eSchool News

MAY 27, 2025

When we personalize support, structure the environment thoughtfully, and teach with clarity and empathy, we give students the best chance to reach their full potential. Even simple adjustments–such as dimmable lighting or access to noise-canceling headphones–can create a more comfortable space for learning.

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eSchool News

JUNE 23, 2025

This loss is particularly pronounced among students from lower socioeconomic backgrounds, who may have limited access to educational resources and enrichment activities during the break. Research indicates that students typically lose between one to two months of reading and mathematics skills during summer vacation.

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Cult of Pedagogy

JUNE 8, 2025

Most of that work has been driven by a focus on access — working to ensure that students with disabilities aren’t left behind academically. While these efforts have succeeded in improving access, they still position disabled students as lacking in some way. Even student government can get involved.

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eSchool News

MAY 13, 2025

The loss of E-rate funding would cut off access to essential digital learning tools and online resources. Digital infrastructure is now the backbone of teaching, learning, and school operations–and edtech leaders are the architects holding it all together.

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eSchool News

JULY 11, 2025

The platform uses AI to assess student performance and provide just-in-time support, making it a great tool for teaching scientific practices and critical thinking aligned with NGSS. Through guided analysis and opportunities to submit their own examples, students build essential digital citizenship and media literacy skills.

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eSchool News

JUNE 10, 2025

These platforms offer unprecedented opportunities to personalize learning, refine curriculum development, and support teaching. To benefit K-12 teaching and learning, it is essential that we find ways to propel innovation while minimizing risk.

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eSchool News

JULY 18, 2025

“Beginning teachers use a range of effective strategies to work toward more equitable science teaching. They vary in their emphasis on opportunity and access, representation and identification, expanding what counts as science and engaging children as change-makers using science to support a better world.

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eSchool News

MAY 12, 2025

Tips for teachers: Bringing book reviews to life This project was simple to implement and required little more than student creativity and access to a recording device. When teens take the mic Recent studies show that reading for pleasure among teens is at an all-time low.

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eSchool News

MAY 8, 2025

Griffins $2 million leadership gift is specifically focused on supporting TAP in creating a pipeline of talent for the teaching profession through recruiting, preparing, and mentoring aspiring educators, including those who had not previously considered a career in education. This gift builds on Griffins $3.5 This gift builds on Griffins $3.5

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eSchool News

JUNE 27, 2025

By partnering with aiEDU, we’re not only empowering educators to understand and teach AI, but also building sustainable leadership capacity to scale this knowledge across Michigan.” To learn more about the Train-the-Trainer program or to access free AI resources, visit: [link] or aiEDU’s resource hub.

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eSchool News

JUNE 16, 2025

These platforms are designed to be interactive, accessible, and aligned with educational standards, offering students the opportunity to explore STEM topics at their own pace–and often, while having fun. These “snacks” are short, creative experiments that use easily accessible materials to teach key scientific principles.

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eSchool News

JUNE 10, 2025

What they saw inspired them to pursue their own reform–one rooted in universal access, pedagogical trust, and educational excellence. Every child had access to a well-funded neighborhood school. Teaching to the test narrowed curricula. Key points: The U.S. Finland took what the United States did well and refined it.

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eSchool News

MAY 9, 2025

Key points: Students need more than digital access; they need guidance 5 AI tools for classroom creativity A new era for teachers as AI disrupts instruction For more news on navigating AI, visit eSNs Digital Learning hub Finding accurate information has long been a cornerstone skill of librarianship and classroom research instruction.

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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. Learning is still, and always has been, a social activity. References: Caine, R.

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k12 Digest

MAY 15, 2025

For example, mobile flashcards and microlearning videos- short, focused lessons accessible via smartphones- allow students to review and reinforce knowledge in brief intervals, boosting retention and engagement [2]. Students in remote areas can access the same quality of instruction as those in educational hubs.

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Faculty Focus

JULY 10, 2025

That kind of insight changes how we teach. He is the co-founder of a grassroots nonprofit that advocates for equitable access to education, mentorship, and financial literacy in underserved communities. I use a quick, anonymous prompt on the first day of class: “What’s one thing you overcame to get here today?” The ZIP Code Effect.”

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Faculty Focus

JULY 10, 2025

That kind of insight changes how we teach. He is the co-founder of a grassroots nonprofit that advocates for equitable access to education, mentorship, and financial literacy in underserved communities. I use a quick, anonymous prompt on the first day of class: “What’s one thing you overcame to get here today?” The ZIP Code Effect.”

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eSchool News

APRIL 25, 2025

A recent Google blog post outlines how four different school districts are leveraging Google AI tools, like Gemini and NotebookLM, for innovative teaching and learning. Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is using NotebookLM and Gemini for curriculum review and district guidance.

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eSchool News

JULY 1, 2025

Here are a few Tuesday and Wednesday sessions to put on your schedule: Level Up Your Classroom with Google’s Gemini: An Educator’s Guide to AI : Join this session for an exploration of Gemini, Google’s cutting-edge AI technology, and its potential to transform K-12 teaching and learning.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 16, 2025

Even before COVID burst on the scene and drove many schools into online versions of themselves, remote teaching had been gaining popularity. Driven by reasons like flexibility, personal needs, and accessibility, the positives associated with online schooling were convincing many to take a second look.

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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.

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eSchool News

JULY 23, 2025

By focusing on practical, student-centered AI features, schools can ensure they’re investing in technology that actually enhances teaching and learning–not just riding the latest trend. Chapple refers to Sidekick as her “teaching assistant”–a resource that eases her workload without sacrificing quality.

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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. This mindset ensures that tools never overshadow the human core of teaching and learning.

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Edsurge

JUNE 16, 2025

So to see a kid being able to take a comedy exercise, which feels light and accessible and not too heavy, they can let their guard down and take a big swing like that.” I feel engaged with people who are interactive — they’re not trying to teach at you, but they’re trying to teach with you together,” Patterson said.

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Edsurge

JUNE 16, 2025

From first grade classrooms to high school computer labs, teachers across the state are building confidence in CS instruction and finding meaningful ways to connect it to their everyday teaching. Nationwide, high-quality CS education programs and equitable access lag behind demand.

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eSchool News

JUNE 10, 2025

“Massachusetts districts face urgent literacy gaps, and our high-dosage tutoring model is designed to close those gaps efficiently and effectively,” said Devon Wible, vice president of teaching and learning for Catapult Learning. “We

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Teach Hub

APRIL 30, 2025

If youre looking for something new to try, one simple yet powerful strategy might surprise you: take your teaching outside. So instead of trying to overhaul your entire teaching approach to make outdoor learning work, with a little planning and flexibility, you can incorporate outdoor teaching in a manageable and fun way.

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eSchool News

APRIL 24, 2025

One in five educators believe that AI is the way of the future and both teachers and students will need to embrace it to succeed, while 17 percent stated that AI can be as valuable as textbooks to teach students concepts. How could or should the math teachers role change as a result of student AI use?

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