eSchool News

JUNE 30, 2025

To achieve this mission, ISTE+ASCD is making the following new commitments moving forward: Help all teachers become AI ready. He also revealed four key pledges the organization is making to improve the educational experience for everyone. Department of Education’s Office of Educational Technology. “To

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eSchool News

JUNE 9, 2025

When I returned to the classroom, I faced those same questions. While progress has been made, achievement gaps have widened, particularly among underserved students. How I Used (and Didn’t Use) AI in My Classroom : How quickly should we incorporate AI in our classrooms? What should we use?

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k12 Digest

MAY 19, 2025

Another study showed that in mathematics, students exposed to brain-based instruction not only achieved higher scores but developed a deeper conceptual understanding of the material. Conclusion Implementing brain-based strategies in the classroom offers a host of possible benefits that extend far beyond academic achievement.

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k12 Digest

JUNE 23, 2025

From a young age, I was captivated by a single question: “Can learning be more meaningful than memorization?” My journey has been one of constant evolution—from questioning the system to becoming someone who works to reimagine it. As a student, I found myself disengaged, even though I deeply valued the idea of learning.

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eSchool News

MAY 5, 2025

Key points: Creating a culture where all students see themselves as capable math thinkers starts with leaders Key questions that unleash powerful PLCs Ethical PD: Doing right by the teachers who do right by the world For more news on teachers PD, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership hub One of my first vivid memories of math is of timed tests.

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eSchool News

MAY 27, 2025

This might mean clearly outlining what is expected in an assignment, breaking down large tasks into smaller steps, or organizing test questions in a logical, grouped format. When the rules of the road are clearly defined, students can focus on the work at hand rather than managing anxiety around whats coming next.

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eSchool News

JULY 17, 2025

The district, located in northern Florida and serving approximately 2,700 students, had made strides towards achieving a 1:1 device ratio, but there was a need for centralized IT governance to fully realize its vision. Another significant milestone MCSD has achieved is the successful deployment of the district’s voice system.

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eSchool News

JUNE 9, 2025

When I returned to the classroom, I faced those same questions. While progress has been made, achievement gaps have widened, particularly among underserved students. How I Used (and Didn’t Use) AI in My Classroom : How quickly should we incorporate AI in our classrooms? What should we use?

Art 160

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Faculty Focus

JULY 13, 2025

Navigating the Disorienting Dilemma As we reason through this innovative technology, we will question truth and reality. Step Up Your Thinking Game An advanced thinker not only poses questions to others but focuses within. What other questions could be asked to dive deeper and more concisely into the information?

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k12 Digest

MAY 19, 2025

Another study showed that in mathematics, students exposed to brain-based instruction not only achieved higher scores but developed a deeper conceptual understanding of the material. Conclusion Implementing brain-based strategies in the classroom offers a host of possible benefits that extend far beyond academic achievement.

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eSchool News

JUNE 20, 2025

Those and other findings published Tuesday from the research corporation RAND highlight several ongoing challenges for instruction in math, where nationwide student achievement has yet to return to pre-pandemic levels and the gap between the highest and lowest-performing students in math has continued to grow.

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k12 Digest

JUNE 23, 2025

From a young age, I was captivated by a single question: “Can learning be more meaningful than memorization?” My journey has been one of constant evolution—from questioning the system to becoming someone who works to reimagine it. As a student, I found myself disengaged, even though I deeply valued the idea of learning.

Interdisciplinary 144

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Edsurge

JUNE 13, 2025

Experts often hope that new technology will close achievement gaps and improve access for students in rural communities and those from lower income families or in other marginalized groups, Hayes says. It’s a fairly new technology; there are a lot of mysteries and questions around it for families who don’t use the tool very much,” Rubin says.

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Faculty Focus

MAY 18, 2025

Be open and welcome student questions. Encourage students (and ourselves as faculty) to analyze research and articles to ensure they represent the perspectives of marginalized groups; follow up with questioning why and providing additional resources to promote self-advocacy.

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Faculty Focus

JULY 13, 2025

Navigating the Disorienting Dilemma As we reason through this innovative technology, we will question truth and reality. Step Up Your Thinking Game An advanced thinker not only poses questions to others but focuses within. What other questions could be asked to dive deeper and more concisely into the information?

Critical Thinking 128

Critical Thinking Intelligence Education Learning 128

eSchool News

JUNE 18, 2025

When I returned to the classroom, I faced those same questions. While progress has been made, achievement gaps have widened, particularly among underserved students. How I Used (and Didn’t Use) AI in My Classroom : How quickly should we incorporate AI in our classrooms? What should we use?

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Edsurge

JUNE 16, 2025

Still, a central challenge remains: How can this shift be sustainable, relevant and, most importantly, achievable for both teachers and students within the current educational landscape? The course’s six modules began with essential questions — What is computational thinking? Educators recognize the need to cultivate these skills.

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eSchool News

MAY 20, 2025

Thats the question our team of educators in the Oktibbeha County School District set out to answer when we created One-Two-Three-Read!, Research by Guthrie and Klauda (2014) supports the idea that high expectations, paired with motivational strategies, can boost student achievement. Why it works One-Two-Three-Read!

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Edsurge

APRIL 24, 2025

Mixed Academic Achievement Despite their early challenges, Zoomers have still managed some impressive academic milestones. While Gen Z students are questioning the value of a college degree in a way their predecessors perhaps did not, Zoomers are keeping the rate of young people in higher education steady.

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Teach Hub

APRIL 23, 2025

The site rewards progress with certificates and achievements. Clickers allow students to respond to questions anonymously, so even those who are hesitant to speak up can still engage. IXL.com is a popular online math practice tool that many teachers swear by. Its great for in-class use and also works well as a homework assignment.

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Edsurge

JUNE 13, 2025

The first Gen Z students I taught had been shaped by the 2008 recession, parents who struggled to bounce back, and a high-achievement culture that still promised something at the end of the tunnel. Younger ones have been forced to question it more openly. In a way, it mirrors how this generation has grown up.

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Faculty Focus

JUNE 3, 2025

generate questions, review/structure answers) Beyond verbal language, visuals are an important facet of communication and students need to be prepared for more multimodal communication tasks at the workplace (Brumberger, 2005). They reported using generative AI to: Create and edit visuals (e.g.

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Faculty Focus

JUNE 1, 2025

What a good question. In Gannons model, students begin with a B- and achieving, or failing to achieve, specific requirements raise or lower their grade. For simple assignments like reading responses, where I just want students to get their thoughts down, its a simple question of Did you do the assignment?

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Faculty Focus

JUNE 3, 2025

generate questions, review/structure answers) Beyond verbal language, visuals are an important facet of communication and students need to be prepared for more multimodal communication tasks at the workplace (Brumberger, 2005). They reported using generative AI to: Create and edit visuals (e.g.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 9, 2025

Let’s explore how to spark interest early, show real-world impact, and give students a clear path from the classroom to a career in tech that actually feels achievable. That feeling leads to questions, like how real developers do it, how bigger systems work, how software runs behind the scenes.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

This shift raises critical questions about the future of education: How will teachers adapt their roles? This shift raises questions about the efficacy and long-term viability of conventional education methods. As a result, your role involves creating a learning atmosphere that encourages questioning and exploration.

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Edsurge

JUNE 4, 2025

English learners often face challenges in understanding lessons, participating in discussions and completing assignments , which can lead to lower achievement and increased feelings of isolation. Elianis: Before using the tool, I couldnt ask questions or talk to other students in the classroom. Now, I understand my teachers better.

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Cult of Pedagogy

MAY 11, 2025

As the potential for students to misuse AI tools raises ongoing questions about accountability, cheating, and academic integrity, a scandal from the past offers insights into the future. Students know there will be consequences if they are caught cheating, but they weigh them against the consequences of not achieving.

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Teach Thought

JULY 11, 2025

Revisit Old Questions The simplest curiosities arise from old questions that were never fully answered, or that no attempt to answer was made. Strategy to actuate : Revisit old questions—through a journal prompt, Socrative discussion, QFT ( Question Formulation Technique ), or even a fishbowl discussion.

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eSchool News

MAY 15, 2025

Of course, some/many of these things–on both sides of each statement–are desirable and they are also not mutually exclusive; however, the latter becomes more difficult to achieve if the former leads the way. There is an increasing busy-ness in our everyday lives, and our urgent question should be, How do we respond?

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JULY 16, 2025

You can also ask survey questions like “What should I know about you before the school year starts?” That placement makes it easy for them to avoid answering questions, sleep in class, or chat with friends without you noticing. Then you can get to know them yourself!

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Organized Classroom

JUNE 11, 2025

Exciting Ways to Involve Students in Fundraising Engaging students in fundraising can be achieved through interactive and exciting initiatives such as a “DIY Craft Sale Fundraiser.” Sometimes on Organized Classroom’s Facebook Page , we do a collaboration question.

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k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

There was no fanfarejust a vision, a small classroom, and a deep belief in what girls could achieve when given the right environment to grow. Teachers regularly use technology, not just to teach, but to help students think deeper, ask better questions, and tell their own stories. Every student has their own MacBook or iPad.

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k12 Prospects

JUNE 27, 2025

Overpromising and Under-Delivering: Ensure that your proposal offers realistic and achievable outcomes. Neglecting Post-Submission Follow-up: Some districts allow follow-up questions or presentations. Double-checking proposals against the RFP checklist can prevent costly mistakes. Be prepared to clarify your proposal if needed.

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Elevate k12

JUNE 24, 2025

The result: Elevate K-12 met the standards and earned certification. “Achieving SOC 2 certification is a meaningful milestone that reflects our unwavering commitment to protecting the data entrusted to us by schools, educators, and students,” said Tim Schmucker, Vice President of IT and Security at Elevate K-12.

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k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

This program helps students turn frustration into achievement by teaching them how to manage tasks effectively and approach learning with a problem-solving mindset. Through structured exercises, students improve their ability to plan, organize, regulate emotions, and tackle challenges with confidence.

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Tim Manson

JULY 10, 2025

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