Activities, Interactive Learning and Student Engagement

5 fun STEM learning resources for summer engagement

eSchool News

JUNE 16, 2025

Exploratorium: Science Snacks The Exploratorium, a renowned museum of science, art, and human perception in San Francisco, offers Science Snacks–free, hands-on STEM activities designed for students in grades 3-12.

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Is the Traditional Classroom Becoming Obsolete?

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. Research indicates that active participation leads to higher retention rates, which can be upwards of 60% for students engaged in interactive learning.

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In Rhode Island, a partnership brings STEM lessons to life

eSchool News

JULY 1, 2025

The pilot program, in which four GSO students worked with approximately 200 students from the Providence Public School District middle school, was developed by the Rhode Island Department of Education and funded by a $10,000 STEMx Challenge Grant.

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38 Additive Essentials for a High School Math Classroom

Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 18, 2025

They’re perfect for flexible seating and collaborative activities, giving users mobility and privacy. Fraction, Decimal, and Percent Wheel Dials : Strengthen number sense and help students convert with confidence, especially in finance or stats units.

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Student engagement requires more than edtech tools

eSchool News

JANUARY 25, 2024

During a session at FETC 2024, Tom Murray, Director of Innovation for Future Ready Schools, dove into just what, exactly, makes for the effective use of edtech in supporting student engagement. “We could be 100 percent digital and also at 100 percent low-level learning.” So how do we focus on the interactive piece?”

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What are the Three Active Strategies?

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

So, what are the three active strategies? Let’s explore how these strategies promote engagement, critical thinking, and deeper understanding among students, enhancing academic success. What are three active learning strategies? What are active study strategies?

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MiEN Company Releases White Paper on How Flexible Furniture Creates Active Learning Environments

eSchool News

JANUARY 5, 2021

Districts and schools are increasingly adopting active learning practices in order to address businesses’ demand for employees capable of creative and collaborative work. However, research shows that the physical space that supports active learning is quite different from one designed for lecture-focused teaching.

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TeachingBooks, Sora and Pear Deck Announce Collaboration to Expand Student Engagement and Learning

eSchool News

MARCH 17, 2023

CLEVELAND – TeachingBooks.net today announced a unique collaboration with Pear Deck , providing expanded opportunities for student engagement and learning. In this new collaboration, Pear Deck takes book-specific supplemental materials from TeachingBooks and creates a custom, interactive lesson.

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Active Learning Strategies for Students

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

By encouraging participation, collaboration, and critical thinking during classroom learning, active learning strategies for students promote student-centered learning environments that enhance academic outcomes and cultivate lifelong learning skills. What are the 6 learning strategies for students?

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What are Active Study Strategies?

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

What are active study strategies? These strategies empower students to take an active role in their learning, enhancing comprehension, critical thinking, and academic success. What are active study strategies? Students review material at regular intervals, reinforcing memory and deepening understanding.

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In the marketplace: Funding for active learning, a helping hand for innovative programs, and an interactive book program

eSchool News

DECEMBER 7, 2016

To fill a reading gap and encourage families in all communities to foster their children’s literacy development beyond the school day, Scholastic announced the launch of My Books Every Day, a collection of high-quality, take-home book packs with interactive activities for students in grades PreK–3.

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How digital tools and AI can enhance social studies

eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2024

Online archives such as the Library of Congress’s Digital Collections and the National Archives offer students the opportunity to explore primary sources firsthand, gaining insights into historical events and cultural phenomena that would otherwise be inaccessible.

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Friday 5: The many faces of classroom learning

eSchool News

JANUARY 26, 2024

And while today’s classrooms look different, students and teachers remain at the heart of classroom learning. Let’s take a look at a few trends in classroom learning and how these trends are impacting the future of education. What is a learning activity in a classroom?

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Using technology to support learning through movement

eSchool News

MARCH 31, 2025

The NEA encourages teachers to bring physical activity into the classroom by incorporating brain breaks in students daily routines or taking classroom activities outside. Learning and physical activity also work well because of the fun factor. When students are moving, they are having fun.

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MiEN Company Releases New Guide on Creating Active Learning Spaces

eSchool News

JUNE 24, 2021

To help educators make the most of new teaching strategies and tools, MiEN Company has published “ A Guide to Creating Dynamic Active Learning Spaces.”. To further help educators, the guide includes a checklist of questions to ask when evaluating which spaces to redesign for active learning. About MiEN Company.

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Building Student Ownership through Active Learning Strategies

Faculty Focus

MARCH 9, 2023

In order to stay relevant in today’s college classrooms within our fast-paced and ever-evolving world, professors must be ready to utilize instructional tools of all kinds to actively engage students in authentic learning experiences that take them beyond the classroom.

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From pencils to pixels: Tech is shaping the future of education

eSchool News

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Engagement and experimentation Technology demonstrably helps keep students engaged in their lessons and facilitate better learning in a digital world. These touchscreens help bring learning alive, off the page and into the actual world. Why is engagement important?

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Enhancing classroom learning with interactive maps

eSchool News

MARCH 4, 2024

It has undeniably transformed the way educators engage students and deliver content. This program allows the integration of real-time data, so students engage with current information. MapMaker also offers interactive learning activities that encourage student participation.

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How AI tutoring personalizes learning for students

eSchool News

MAY 16, 2024

On the other hand, when students struggle with academic material, these tutoring programs can provide relevant and explanatory examples, practice exercises, and alternative explanations until the student achieves a reasonable mastery of those concepts.

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Bringing real-life skills to virtual special education

eSchool News

JULY 22, 2024

The importance of interactive tools in special education Special education students often require personalized instructional strategies that traditional methods cannot fully address. In a virtual setting, it becomes even more critical to find tools that keep these students engaged and provide the support they need.

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Encouraging Attendance while Maintaining Flexibility: Strategies for Student Engagement

Faculty Focus

JUNE 8, 2023

In what follows, we offer strategies on how to balance competing pedagogical concerns to maintain flexibility, while still encouraging student engagement. One approach for incentivizing in-person attendance is to make the classroom environment interactive with various learning activities for student engagement.

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How to ensure edtech ROI? Ask these 4 questions

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

They need tools that are easy to use, support active learning, and can accommodate the needs of diverse learners. And, unless yours is a very fortunate system, technology staff hasn’t increased at a rate commensurate with the reliance on, and the complexity of, technology that supports school operation and education of students.

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A new teacher’s perspective: Today’s best edtech resources

eSchool News

JUNE 14, 2024

This professional learning covered one of the most-discussed new technologies of the day: artificial intelligence. During this professional development, I was able to further my understanding of AI and how to best implement its capabilities into my classroom to increase student engagement in instruction.

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How multimedia and interactive tech transform engagement

eSchool News

APRIL 1, 2025

Key points: Edtech objectives and student engagement goals should drive technology selections Leveraging edtech for differentiated instruction A critical shift in digital instruction in 2025 For more news on interactive learning, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Education today looks dramatically different from classrooms of just a decade ago.

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For Back to School, Savvas Supports Educators and Students With Innovative Solutions to Maximize Personalized Learning

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

“A one-size-fits-all instructional approach doesn’t work in a classroom where every student brings their own unique learning style. More than ever, personalized learning is critical in getting students engaged and motivated to learn and supporting academic growth,” said Bethlam Forsa, CEO of Savvas Learning Company.

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96 edtech predictions for K12 in 2019

eSchool News

DECEMBER 31, 2018

As schools are adopting and using more digital tools, they are looking for solutions that not only consolidate functions to reduce the risks of privacy or security failure, avoid confusion among teachers and parents, and also better connect and engage school communities. Jacob Bruno, vice president of professional learning, NWEA.

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Illinois’ Shiloh CUSD #1 Adds New, Cutting-Edge Edtech Tool to Middle School and High School Curriculum to More Deeply Engage Students in Science

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

In this new phase of collaboration, Discovery Education’s Pivot Interactives is helping educators in the district’s high school Biology class to actively engage students in the exploration of scientific phenomena while developing their scientific practice.

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Savvas Launches New Interactive US and World History Series

eSchool News

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Savvas Learning Company , a next-generation learning solutions provider for K-12 education, today announced the release of its new print and digital high school history series, US History Interactive ©2022 and World History Interactive ©2022 , that promotes a deeper investigation of the past and connects history to the present.

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Building Student Ownership through Active Learning Strategies

Faculty Focus

MARCH 9, 2023

In order to stay relevant in today’s college classrooms within our fast-paced and ever-evolving world, professors must be ready to utilize instructional tools of all kinds to actively engage students in authentic learning experiences that take them beyond the classroom.

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TCEA 2025 spotlights innovation, collaboration

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

It provides access to four new content suites that empower educators to transform classroom learning with dynamic, immersive VR experiences. These resources aim to boost student engagement, deepen understanding and make learning more interactive and memorable. More about these offerings can be explored here.

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Turning static content into digital lessons

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 9, 2016

New learning platform creates dynamic learning experiences, provides instant feedback to students, and saves teachers hours on grading. Knomadix has introduced a customizable interactive learning platform that converts static content such as PDFs and videos into fully interactive, dynamic content.

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What are the Tools of Teaching in the Classroom?

eSchool News

APRIL 4, 2024

Teaching tools and techniques in the K-12 classroom encompass a diverse array of resources and methodologies essential for effective instruction and student engagement. These tangible resources allow educators to present information visually, engage students in hands-on activities, and reinforce key concepts.

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Learning in the Digital Age

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Virtual classrooms and collaborative online platforms foster interactive discussions and group projects, transcending physical boundaries and enabling students to connect with peers globally. Additionally, digital learning enhances student engagement and motivation. What are digital age learners?

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What are the 5 methods of teaching?

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

From traditional classroom learning approaches like lectures and textbooks to innovative methodologies such as active learning and technology integration, these methods aim to promote effective and dynamic learning experiences. What are the 5 methods of teaching? What are the 5 methods of teaching?

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How Does Technology Impact Student Learning?

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Key points: Technology buoys student learning via engagement Technology has earned its place in classrooms Stay up to date on the latest in education technology Education technology has a profound impact on student learning by enhancing engagement, fostering personalized education, and providing access to vast resources.

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Playful Pedagogy: Gamer Types and Board Games for Inclusive Learning

Edsurge

MARCH 18, 2024

Navigating this terrain requires a delicate balance, ensuring that the joy and engagement of games enhance rather than detract from educational objectives while aiming to foster an inclusive and responsive pedagogy. It recognizes the importance of enjoyment, curiosity and exploration in facilitating effective learning experiences.

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Teaching Tools and Techniques

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

One prevalent technique is differentiated instruction, tailoring lesson plans to accommodate various learning styles and abilities within a classroom. Another notable strategy is project-based learning, where students tackle real-world problems or tasks to apply and integrate knowledge from multiple disciplines.

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61 predictions about edtech, equity, and learning in 2022

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2022

In fact, research shows that 80 percent of esports teams are comprised of students who have never before participated in extracurricular activities. Much like participation in an athletic team, esports players learn how to work together as an effective team by communicating and collaborating with each other.

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Boost Student Engagement with Interactive Math Teaching Slides

Tunstalls Teaching Tidbits

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

Moreover, students can see themselves as mathematicians when they consistently engage and interact with math learning. These ready-to-use- math teaching slides are designed to boost student engagement through visual and conceptual learning, aligning with key math standards across different states.

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How Research-Informed Games May Result in Deep Learning Experiences

Edsurge

MAY 10, 2021

Games can be particularly effective for engaging learners, promoting active participation and motivating students, both in and outside of the classroom. Educators have long used games to promote learning and deepen student understanding of subject matter.

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What are Some Examples of Teaching Techniques?

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

From traditional methods like lectures to innovative approaches such as active classroom learning and technology integration, these techniques play a vital role in shaping educational outcomes. Effective teaching strategies encompass a variety of approaches tailored to engage students and promote meaningful learning experiences.

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The Best End Year Activities to Reinforce 2nd Grade Science

Priceless Ponderings

APRIL 7, 2025

Priceless Ponderings The Best End Year Activities to Reinforce 2nd Grade Science The school year is almost over, and your students are dreaming about summer breakbut hold up! Reviewing science at the end of the year reinforces learning, connects different topics, and gets students ready for whats next. so much easier.

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Savvas Delivers Innovative Back-to-School Solutions to Help Teachers, Students and Families Succeed with Distance Learning

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

They include features specifically designed to help teachers seamlessly shift between in-person and remote learning, easily identify both learning gaps and the critical content from the previous grade to close them, as well as increase student engagement with immersive activities and simplified access to their digital content.

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Unlocking AI’s Potential in Higher Education

Edsurge

DECEMBER 6, 2024

More than a third of decision-makers noted that AI has the potential to enhance student engagement and create more interactive learning experiences. At all levels and in all domains, organizations are, or will soon be, applying AI solutions to a range of processes and activities.

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5 fun STEM learning resources for summer engagement

Is the Traditional Classroom Becoming Obsolete?

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In Rhode Island, a partnership brings STEM lessons to life

38 Additive Essentials for a High School Math Classroom

Student engagement requires more than edtech tools

What are the Three Active Strategies?

MiEN Company Releases White Paper on How Flexible Furniture Creates Active Learning Environments

TeachingBooks, Sora and Pear Deck Announce Collaboration to Expand Student Engagement and Learning

Active Learning Strategies for Students

What are Active Study Strategies?

In the marketplace: Funding for active learning, a helping hand for innovative programs, and an interactive book program

How digital tools and AI can enhance social studies

Friday 5: The many faces of classroom learning

Using technology to support learning through movement

MiEN Company Releases New Guide on Creating Active Learning Spaces

Building Student Ownership through Active Learning Strategies

From pencils to pixels: Tech is shaping the future of education

Enhancing classroom learning with interactive maps

How AI tutoring personalizes learning for students

Bringing real-life skills to virtual special education

Encouraging Attendance while Maintaining Flexibility: Strategies for Student Engagement

How to ensure edtech ROI? Ask these 4 questions

A new teacher’s perspective: Today’s best edtech resources

How multimedia and interactive tech transform engagement

For Back to School, Savvas Supports Educators and Students With Innovative Solutions to Maximize Personalized Learning

96 edtech predictions for K12 in 2019

Illinois’ Shiloh CUSD #1 Adds New, Cutting-Edge Edtech Tool to Middle School and High School Curriculum to More Deeply Engage Students in Science

Savvas Launches New Interactive US and World History Series

Building Student Ownership through Active Learning Strategies

TCEA 2025 spotlights innovation, collaboration

Turning static content into digital lessons

What are the Tools of Teaching in the Classroom?

Learning in the Digital Age

What are the 5 methods of teaching?

How Does Technology Impact Student Learning?

Playful Pedagogy: Gamer Types and Board Games for Inclusive Learning

Teaching Tools and Techniques

61 predictions about edtech, equity, and learning in 2022

Boost Student Engagement with Interactive Math Teaching Slides

How Research-Informed Games May Result in Deep Learning Experiences

What are Some Examples of Teaching Techniques?

The Best End Year Activities to Reinforce 2nd Grade Science

Savvas Delivers Innovative Back-to-School Solutions to Help Teachers, Students and Families Succeed with Distance Learning

Unlocking AI’s Potential in Higher Education

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