eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

PARAMUS, NEW JERSEY — Savvas Learning Company is excited to announce new and enhanced math and reading solutions that engage and inspire students to learn, while giving educators the evidence-based instructional resources they need to accelerate learning and help all students achieve. “At

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 28, 2021

I’ve experienced the phenomenon of reading a text, but when I get to the end of a page or the bottom of the article, I have no idea what the text was about. I could not answer a single question about the content of what I read. Yes, my eyes technically scanned the words, but I wasn’t thinking about what I was reading.

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Catlin Tucker

APRIL 1, 2020

Teachers must use this online learning environment in dynamic ways to recreate the experiences learners are used to having in our brick and mortar classrooms. If you regularly engage students in discussions about the reading, videos, or current events, leverage your LMS’s functionality to create that experience online.

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Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 23, 2024

Example: Two Teacher-Led Stations – One Differentiated, One Guided Reading and Discussion Reading Standard: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.3.2 Teacher 1: Differentiated Instruction Station At this station, students are grouped by their reading comprehension levels.

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Catlin Tucker

APRIL 5, 2023

By strategically positioning desks, chairs, and other pieces of furniture, we can create an environment that promotes collaboration, active engagement, and independent thinking. I know many teachers reading this don’t have flexible furniture. Education is one “make it work” moment after another.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

One of the best examples is the Reading Counts system. Students read books, pass quizzes, and get a certain number of points attributed to their profile. The number of reading counts points serves as bragging rights among students. This is a tangible reward seen after completing a challenge, reading, and comprehending a novel.

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eSchool News

MAY 17, 2017

In essence, the use of Google in the classroom is true Googlification, or modeling learning off of Google’s own employee skillset, in that the use of Google and Chromebooks in the classroom aims to turn today’s students into creative and collaborative problem-solvers that know how to intuitively harness online and in-hand technologies.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 17, 2019

When we looked at our reading and math scores a few years back, we found that we weren’t seeing the growth we were hoping to see. We brought in close-reading strategies, started an academic coaching program for teachers, and launched reading interventions and guided reading groups. 1:1 devices, renovated classrooms.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Collaborative learning : Pairing students with supportive peers can encourage discussion and understanding of complex ideas. Leveled reading materials : Offer different versions of the same text at various reading levels so that all students can engage with the material.

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eSchool News

JUNE 4, 2024

Learn these vocabulary words. Read these passages for fluency. These kinds of exercises can help students make marginal gains in reading, math, and general content knowledge, but they don’t address the root of the problem: learning how to think and how to learn. Review the parts of the cell.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 25, 2015

Principal Chuck Gambrill and teacher April Dean worked throughout the summer to convert an old classroom into a collaborative learning environment, and they have added a suite of Samsung Galaxy tablets and iPads allowing students to download books from a virtual library.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 13, 2016

So, as an educator interested in technology — after all, you are reading eSchool News — what is the best source for tracking emerging technologies for learning? Long-Term Trends: Driving ed-tech adoption in K-12 education for five or more years: Redesigning Learning Spaces. Deeper Learning Approaches.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

One notable piece of K-12 tech innovation news is the integration of interactive devices and digital learning tools, transforming static learning spaces into dynamic, multimedia-rich environments. These devices and tools empower teachers to create engaging lessons, fostering a more interactive and collaborative learning experience.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Join eSchool News for the 12 Days of Edtech with 2024s most-read and most-loved stories. Learn these vocabulary words. Read these passages for fluency. Make learning active Models such as project-based learning and inquiry learning have been demonstrated to improve learning outcomes.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 4, 2024

Click through to listen and click here to read the transcript: Takeaways include: Evolution of Educational Leadership: Glenn reflects on the changing role of educational leaders, emphasizing the need for a broad understanding of technology, curriculum, and various aspects of education. He’s also a great interview.

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eSchool News

JULY 23, 2024

Project-based learning Project-based collaborative learning in the classroom can be quite engaging for both students and educators. While there are many collaborative tools that students can use to work together, my favorite for students to use has become Canva. You can do it!

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eSchool News

JANUARY 4, 2024

Click through to listen and click here to read the transcript: Takeaways include: Evolution of Educational Leadership: Glenn reflects on the changing role of educational leaders, emphasizing the need for a broad understanding of technology, curriculum, and various aspects of education. He’s also a great interview.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 5, 2023

We wanted students to really enjoy being at Lamphere High School, relax a bit, read a book, do their homework or just hang out in the space,” he said. An American company with a strong European influence, its products and services represent the ideas and collaborative efforts of an expert team of suppliers, designers, and engineers.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

This shift reflects a move toward active and collaborative learning environments, as well as provides students with the tools and resources to engage in hands-on, creative learning projects. This enables librarians to make recommendations for resources that align with students’ interests and learning preferences.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

And conversely, if a student can’t read or understand the words “add” and “subtract,” they won’t do well on a math test. Teachers can look for opportunities for vocabulary growth that are cross-curricular. For example, the word “plot.” Plot can mean the theme of a story, an area of land or a marking a spot on a graph.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 24, 2022

Create a culture of agency where both students and teachers are empowered to take risks, be creative, and learn from failures. Make room for educators to share the innovative practices they’ve tried in the classroom and create outlets for peer coaching and collaborative learning among staff. Broaden your circle of inspiration.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 27, 2016

So, as an educator interested in technology — after all, you are reading eSchool News — what is the best source for tracking emerging technologies for learning? Long-Term Trends: Driving ed-tech adoption in K-12 education for five or more years: Redesigning Learning Spaces. Deeper Learning Approaches.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 7, 2016

The new math and reading platform uniquely helps parents and teachers address core learning challenges by combining step-by-step lessons with a variety of learning formats for a multi-sensory approach aligned to the essential skills kids need to learn. Read more. McGraw, Jr.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

This approach acknowledges and accommodates the unique needs, strengths, and learning styles of learners. Kris Astle, Global Education Strategist, SMART Technologies Far too many students continue to struggle with reading, with post-pandemic recovery remaining slow—and in some cases, stagnant—among our young readers.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 31, 2018

In addition to the usual suspects—more augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) apps—a lot of people believe this will be the year that social emotional learning (SEL) and interoperability become part of the mainstream. Read on to see what’s in store for 2019… Berj Akian, CEO, ClassLink.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

You might notice that a student struggles with reading, making text-to-speech software a game-changer. By incorporating tools designed to support their unique challenges, you empower them to access learning more independently and effectively.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

The social studies activity Space Race in McGraw Hill AR How has incorporating AR in your classroom enhanced the learning experience for your students? I have found that integrating AR into lessons encourages greater engagement and collaborative learning. If you don't know what it does, click the button; it won't blow up.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 10, 2016

has announced two new education solutions to enhance science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) curriculum, and create more collaborative learning spaces. “As Developing More Collaborative Learning Spaces. In partnership with STEM Fuse and Tidebreak, Samsung Electronics America, Inc. 10 Samsung Galaxy TAB E 9.6

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 11, 2025

Publishing and sharing student work creates a sense of community and enhances collaborative learning. Collaborative Learning Through Sharing : Emphasizing the importance of publishing and sharing work transforms how students interact with their learning. Dont teach them!

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eSchool News

JUNE 15, 2016

Barco : The global provider of collaboration technology partnered with Televic Education, and ed-tech provider, to explore how technology can help educational institutions implement a whole new way of learning and teaching. Click here to read the full news. Next page: Projectors, audio tech and more).

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eSchool News

AUGUST 29, 2016

Tracey Nangle, a teacher in North Smithfield School District in Rhode Island, said that an open-door policy at her middle school helped to shift schoolwide attitudes and culture in favor of collaborative learning. We found 105 minutes of planning and collaboration time by minimizing transitions between classes.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 11, 2016

Here are a couple of things to think about as you start your journey: Read EdSurge’s Step by Step Guide on Digital Learning Portfolios. Personalized Learning Through Gaming. Collaborative Learning Environments. Create ePortfolios. No more manila folders or papers —now that would be revolutionary!

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 12, 2016

I can’t fit all of our news stories here, though, so feel free to visit eSchoolNews.com and read up on other news you may have missed. has announced two new education solutions to enhance science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) curriculum, and create more collaborative learning spaces.

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Catlin Tucker

JUNE 4, 2024

Initially, the information is encoded in the brain, transforming sensory input—what students see, hear, or read—into a form that the brain can store and process. This teacher-led model typically positions students as passive recipients of information rather than active agents striving to understand what they are learning.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 12, 2018

It is also an effective pedagogical strategy to teach students the skills of critical thinking, giving and receiving feedback and taking responsibility for their own learning. Read at least some of the exchanges between students and add your own perspectives when specific student feedback is lacking. According to an.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Active Reading : Encouraging students to actively engage with reading material by highlighting key passages, taking notes, and asking questions enhances comprehension and retention. Re-reading : Going over material multiple times without actively engaging with its content or actively processing information.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 16, 2018

Collaborative Learning. Honorable Mention: Teach Your Monster to Read. You can find her resources at Structured Learning. Read Jacqui’s tech thriller series, To Hunt a Sub and Twenty-four Days. Honorable Mention: Socrative. Classroom Management Tool. Winner: Class Dojo. Honorable Mention: Sown to Grow.

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