eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Confidence in the education profession has dropped for the second year in a row, according to the 2022 Educator Confidence Report from learning technology company HMH. When it comes to technology, educators see strong connections between the teacher, student, classroom and home as the top priority. in 2021 and 49.0

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been around for many years, but the introduction of ChatGPT in November 2022 has generated many discussions of how this technology can impact education – both how students learn and how educators teach. To overcome these obstacles, collaboration and communication are key.

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eSchool News

MARCH 15, 2024

Some believe that leveraging the right technology is one of the best ways to support students during PBL activities. Using technology, students can communicate and collaborate in so many new ways. It’s important to teach students the art of effective collaboration when using the PBL approach.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

When Wendy Schatzberg, an associate professor at Utah Tech University, was teaching introductory chemistry, she thought her students would know how to use basic Microsoft Office tools like Excel and Word. I cannot and should not assume,” says Schatzberg, who also directs the Center for Teaching and Learning at Utah Tech. “We

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Edsurge

JANUARY 31, 2024

Engaging in research and design work with communities of researchers, practitioners and edtech product developers has led us to define several principles we believe will assist in building learning technology that is attuned to the needs of diverse students and educators, based on modern learning principles and designed for broad adoption and scale.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Key points: Education technology is a classroom must-have Technology enables access to important resources Stay up to date on the latest in education technology The use of education technology in the classroom has revolutionized the way teaching and learning occur, offering new opportunities to enhance educational experiences.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 23, 2016

But when a scaled implementation leverages faculty expertise and feedback during all stages, the culture shifts, and faculty move from being skeptical of adaptive learning to being advocates for it. Here are three major lessons that we have learned along the way: Lesson 1: Communicate the Positives for Faculty, Not Just For Students.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

From gamified educational apps that engage students to online resources that cater to diverse learning styles, K-12 technology tools empower educators to create interactive lessons, track student progress, and adapt teaching strategies in real-time. What are technology tools for teaching and learning?

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2022

Here’s what they had to say: The demand for online learning will continue to grow in 2022 and possibly lead to the creation of virtual schools, which would introduce new AR and VR learning processes. We saw that communication between parents and educators soared during and after the shutdown.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Educators today are embracing a diverse range of technological resources to enhance their teaching methods, from interactive whiteboards and educational apps to virtual platforms and collaborative tools. What technology or teaching tools do you use to enhance your teaching?

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Edsurge

JANUARY 28, 2019

It’s even more baffling when you acknowledge that throughout history, renowned philosophers and educators—including Plato , Comenius , Locke , Rousseau, Froebel , Piaget, and Papert —have lauded the power of play in teaching, especially for young learners. I’ve certainly found that to be true in my years teaching non-traditional learners.

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eSchool News

MARCH 16, 2015

As the principal of Hudson High School of Learning Technologies in Manhattan, I know firsthand how cellphones can both help students stay in touch in today’s world and how they can be a valuable teaching and learning tool in the school setting.

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eSchool News

JULY 8, 2021

G2 Visual Alerts overtakes the screen of any enrolled device to send instant communications anytime and anywhere. It speaks volumes for the only communications system of its kind to win this trusted K–12 industry awards program,” said Gary LeCroy, Chief Executive Officer of Galaxy.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

Without face-to-face communication, building relationships with peers and instructors becomes challenging, hindering collaboration and support. Another concern is the varying levels of access to technology. Data shows that classrooms emphasizing inquiry-based learning see a notable increase in student engagement and retention.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 20, 2015

Using computers and other learning technology too often can be detrimental to student performance, OECD says. Students who use computers and learning technology at moderate levels tend to have better learning outcomes than students who use computers and learning technology rarely, according to new research from the OECD.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2025

The pandemic has created urgency to move beyond the status quo, and community-generated portraits of a graduate have swept the nation, highlighting the knowledge and skills many Americans want their young people to possess upon graduation. Advanced technology can now support more ambitious modes of teaching, learning, and assessment.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Not surprisingly, many of this year’s Top 10 focused on innovative ways to engage students, digital resources, and online and hybrid learning strategies related to post-pandemic teaching. This year’s 6th most-read story focuses on the predictions educators and industry experts made for learning in 2022.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 1, 2016

Educators often talk about 21st-century skills and the benefits of incorporating communication, creativity, collaboration, problem-solving, and critical thinking into lessons. These are skills students rarely learn straight out of a textbook.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Collaboration is not confined by physical barriers–global learning communities connect and share insights in real-time. Adaptive learning technologies cater to individual needs, optimizing educational paths for diverse learners. How digital age affects teaching and learning process?

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eSchool News

JANUARY 26, 2023

Selecting technology platforms and apps needs to address a district’s unique challenges and also comply with state and federal law. For example, in Colorado, the state law requires the ability to “request and evaluate remote learning technology,” while the U.S. Department of Education says “when possible.”

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 28, 2023

How do teachers ensure that instruction and facilitation of learning are accessible, inclusive, and equitable? Interpersonal The interpersonal domain includes the collaborative and communication skills students need to work effectively with others and engage in shared tasks. Technology is good at transferring information.

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eSchool News

MARCH 11, 2025

While teachers have always adapted their methods to accommodate these differences, digital tools now make it possible to efficiently customize learning experiences at scale. How edtech supports personalized learning Digital tools amplify educators’ ability to use differentiated instruction in their classrooms.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

Anne Brown, CEO & President, Cook Center for Human Connection More meaningful, tailored school-home communication will be imperative to supporting academic recovery and addressing chronic absenteeism. Communications with student-level data tied to outcomes feel relevant and actionable to families. Chris Klein, Head of U.S.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 28, 2023

BOSTON – As part of its human-centered approach to AI in K-12 education, learning technology company HMH today announced new OpenAI-powered integrations within Writable , its award-winning writing practice and assessment solution for grades 3-12. To learn more about HMH’s Writable , visit hmhco.com/Writable.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 12, 2020

“Technology Tools for Online Education,” a mini book focused on teaching education leaders how to harness their smartphone, leverage the cloud, and connect with students using online communications, is now available. Educators have access to the online course for free using the downloadable promo code here.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The rise of collaborative learning environments within hybrid and blended learning models is another notable development in K-12 technology trends. Online collaboration tools and platforms let students work together seamlessly, helping them build teamwork and communication skills that are essential for the future.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

The latest statistics come from Connected Nation’s (CN) Connect K-12 Program’s 2023 Report on School Connectivity , released in collaboration with Funds For Learning (FFL). Access to technology , especially technology and tools powered by the internet, is essential for learning. Key points: U.S.

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Edsurge

MARCH 19, 2020

In the name of public health, colleges have moved swiftly to online teaching—but without all of the details worked out on how to do so effectively. Stephen Downes, a national expert in online learning technology who runs the long-running OLDaily newsletter. It has been lightly edited for clarity. How is that going?

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Despite those first days of insecurity, we decided to teach ourselves to lean in to technology rather than distance ourselves from it. Teachers and librarians began to integrate online formats into the learning experience, with great success and often with highly desired outcomes.

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Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

Always communicate the WHY behind new instructional practices to get buy-in and increase students’ likelihood of completing the assigned work. Instead, teachers can focus on more personalized and effective teaching methods that cater to individual student needs and promote deeper understanding.

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eSchool News

JULY 7, 2023

– The Social Institute announced that it has expanded its pioneering peer-to-peer learning technology to meet the needs of third-grade students, available starting Fall of 2023. Our district chose The Social Institute because we see the need for teaching our students how to navigate that world intentionally and responsibly.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2021

The move to online learning also made people wonder: Are there practices we can continue when the pandemic abates? And will we return to our classrooms to teach in the same manner as we did before COVID? It’s been challenging for a lot of parents, especially for working parents who are having to balance teaching their kids.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 27, 2020

Through the secure and controlled exchange of data, interoperability establishes a seamless network of communication across distinct technology platforms. In the broad shift to remote learning, tools that prioritize the gathering and communication of relevant data are well positioned to meet the new demand for edtech.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

They told the board in the high-poverty district in Chicago’s south suburbs that the project would “future-proof the classroom” and “catapult Dolton into the next generation of learning technology.” Member Shalonda Randle said that between the technology project and another $2.4 A couple of members balked.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

Even John Dewey, a philosopher and education reformer from the late-19th to mid-20th centuries, advocated “ learning by doing ” to help students develop skills in place and apply critical concepts outside the classroom. Still, the use of instructional technology continues to increase in K–12 classrooms.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 26, 2023

Selecting technology platforms and apps needs to address a district’s unique challenges and also comply with state and federal law. For example, in Colorado, the state law requires the ability to “request and evaluate remote learning technology,” while the U.S. Department of Education says “when possible.”

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Key points: Technology helps expand teachers’ ability to engage students Learn more about technology in the classroom Stay up to date on the latest in education technology Education technology in the classroom significantly aids teachers by streamlining administrative tasks, enhancing lesson delivery, and improving student engagement.

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