eSchool News

JANUARY 6, 2025

These students are often reluctant readers because they find the process complicated, and they lack confidence in their abilities. Educators need creative and authentic ways to engage students in reading without it seeming forced or gimmicky. Students can control avatars, set their own goals, and track their progress.

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eSchool News

MARCH 3, 2019

Project-based learning gives students deeper learning experiences, and as they apply their knowledge, they develop soft skills such as critical thinking and team work–skills they’ll carry through to college and the workforce. Students are learning detectives, working independently or collaboratively with their peers.

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eSchool News

APRIL 4, 2025

For students to be truly prepared for their futures, they need academic knowledge, technical expertise, and workforce skills that translate directly into the workplace. According to ACTE’s College and Career Readiness report ,students who completeCTE programs are more likely to meet these readiness benchmarks.

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eSchool News

JULY 30, 2024

Key points: A love of learning can lead to a lifetime of learning How to use PBL with makerspaces across your curriculum Here’s how schools can better support neurodiverse students For more news on instruction, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Curiosity is a fountain of opportunity for all educators.

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eSchool News

APRIL 16, 2024

One leading education minister shared, “ We don’t have enough qualified teachers for all of our students and aren’t likely to in the near future. Because AI is here to stay, it’s impossible to overstate the importance of teachers understanding the technology and feeling equipped to help their students understand it.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Gamification of Education This video is from a series I taught for school districts. It is now available for free, here on Ask a Tech Teacher: –summarize with NoteGPT Summary Jacqui Murray discusses the integration of technology in K-8 education, focusing on gamification to enhance learning.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Teach Speaking and Listening Skills with Student Presentations This video is from a series I taught for school districts. It is now available for free to Ask a Tech Teacher subscribers: Summary This video discusses using student presentations to enhance speaking and listening skills, aligning with Common Core standards.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Students would laugh as the teachers mumbled about the annoyances of technology. Now think about how far the classroom has come since then–schools stocked with iPads and tablets, interactive touchscreens, and even virtual reality headsets. These touchscreens help bring learning alive, off the page and into the actual world.

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eSchool News

MARCH 7, 2024

However, studies suggest that a significant percentage of students feel disengaged in their learning, posing a challenge for educators. As teachers strive to adapt their instructional methods to nurture student curiosity and drive deeper student engagement, the principles outlined in Teach Like A Pirate offer valuable insights.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

Too many students don’t reach grade-level metrics and no one can agree on the cause. As students increasingly seek flexible and interactive learning experiences, the conventional approach may not meet their needs any longer. This shift raises critical questions about the future of education: How will teachers adapt their roles?

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eSchool News

JUNE 13, 2022

BW Walch, as the umbrella company will be known, brings a partnership that offers complete solutions for schools and teachers to create engaging in-class experiences and to provide better learning outcomes for students across all age groups. Aimed at students in grades 2-8 to make them better writers and learners.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

From interactive apps to virtual environments, these technologies create dynamic educational experiences, preparing students for the demands of the digital age while empowering educators to deliver impactful lessons. Virtual reality and simulations transport students to immersive educational environments, enhancing experiential learning.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Simulations and games have grown from rote drills using a computer to challenging learning experiences for students that hone problem-solving and critical thinking skills. They are fun for students, keep them engaged, and teach the foundational pieces of a lesson. What is a Simulation?

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

6 Assistive Technologies That Can Help Students Reach Their Full Potential. students enrolled in special education programs rose 30 percent. In fact, the National Education Association found nearly every general classroom across the country includes at least one student with a disability. eli.zimmerman_9856.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

This immersive, virtual STEM mission is part of Dig Into Mining – The Story of Copper , an educational program for students grades 6-12 that explores the use of metals such as copper in our everyday life. The accompanying resources also include classroom extensions to engage students before, during, and after they explore the resource.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 17, 2025

Quick writes are short, spontaneous writing exercises that allow students to express their thoughts and ideas without the pressure of formal writing tasks. Murray emphasizes the importance of variety and choice in writing activities, which can cater to students different preferences and skills.

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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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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

This year’s Future of Education Technology Conference landed in New Orleans, and the conference was abuzz with post-pandemic learning recovery tools, solutions to promote equity among students and parents, strategies for digital access, student mental health, social and emotional learning tools, and more.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

In 2023, a new popular kid in town, better known as AI, dominated headlines and prompted debates around how students could abuse–and should use–the generative tool for learning. On the down side, as the technology evolves it will also enable hackers to be more adept at infiltrating systems that store sensitive student data.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Students now have access to a wealth of information at their fingertips, allowing for self-directed exploration and reinforcing classroom concepts. Students must be proficient in navigating digital tools, critically evaluating online information, and using technology responsibly.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 31, 2017

With an ever-increasing amount of news and entertainment sources available online, students have greater access to information now than at any other time. It is no wonder, then, that many students have a difficult time differentiating what online content is true and what is false. if the information be verified through other sources.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Discover some of the best technologies that improve student learning Stay up-to-date on all things concerning learning in the digital age In the modern educational landscape, leveraging technology is key to enhancing learning experiences. Students participate in quizzes and challenges, applying knowledge in a gamified context.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 3, 2024

It is now available for free, here on Ask a Tech Teacher: –summarized by NoteGPT Highlights Engaging with technology enhances student learning and excitement. Class warm-ups help transition students into learning mode efficiently. Student independence during warm-ups allows teachers to manage other tasks.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Smart K-12 learning in the digital age represents a paradigm shift in education, leveraging technology to enhance and personalize the learning experience for students in kindergarten through 12th grade. Personalized learning takes center stage, tailoring educational content to individual student needs and learning styles.

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Edsurge

JULY 20, 2017

Students were like moths to a flame. Critical thinking skills. 2017 Equivalent: Most adaptative math programs (IXL Math, Khan Academy, DreamBox) have some gamification element. We think the above image speaks for itself. The plethora of startling yet strangely alluring colors. Undoubtedly. But so sterile, so flat.

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Faculty Focus

JUNE 5, 2025

Halfway through the semester, it’s not uncommon to notice a shift in your students’ energy levels (Baghurst and Kelley, 2013; Kumari et al., Some students prioritize subjects they perceive as more directly tied to their major or career, while others simply feel the weight of mid-semester exhaustion.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 24, 2015

Technology and the connected world put a fork in the old model of teaching–instructor in front of the class, sage on the stage, students madly taking notes, textbooks opened to the chapter being reviewed, homework as worksheets based on the text, tests regurgitating important facts. Transfer of knowledge is critical.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 14, 2023

Tools like Siri, Alexa, ChatGPT, and a plethora of apps seem perfect for handling the repetitive and time-consuming aspects of education that take teachers away from the core of most lessons that require critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving. But what sets QuizGecko apart is its innovative use of AI.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 22, 2019

To create compelling video arguments, student teams interviewed experts in economic development, researched state history and geography, and even wrote poems to sing the praises of their region. When Northern Virginia was ultimately picked as a new HQ site, students were as proud as any civic leaders from their community.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 13, 2018

These cognitive, behavioral and environmental influences are: Traditional classrooms were a conduit for social learning where students could sit together and collaborate on projects, group assignments, or make use of peer-to-peer learning opportunities. Gamification in a virtual classroom. Gamification in a virtual classroom.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

The first thing most teachers think about when discussing gamified learning is the online math games kids play. But those webtools exemplify where the gamification of education started. e.g. using virtual meeting tools (like Google Hangouts) to include housebound students in a class. Breakout EDU.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Augmented and virtual reality applications provide immersive learning experiences, while online collaboration platforms connect students and educators globally. Adaptive learning platforms utilize artificial intelligence to personalize instruction based on individual student progress. What are the new technologies in education?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 22, 2024

Here’s how you can leverage digital solutions to maximize both time and cost efficiency: Google Classroom: This app is a powerhouse for streamlining assignments, boosting collaboration, and facilitating communication between students and teachers. Students can write on these with dry-erase markers and wipe them clean easily.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

AI in education is used to enhance personalized learning experiences, streamline administrative tasks, and provide valuable insights into student performance. AI-powered adaptive learning platforms analyze individual student strengths and weaknesses, tailoring educational content to meet specific needs. How is AI used in education?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 24, 2019

Technology and the connected world put a fork in the old model of teaching–instructor in front of the class, sage on the stage, students madly taking notes, textbooks opened, homework as worksheets, and tests regurgitating facts. Students are digital natives, in the habit of learning via technology. Did I miss anything?

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Other tools teachers use in the classroom include formative assessment tools like Socrative to gauge student understanding in real-time. These tools analyze student performance data to tailor instruction, recommend resources, and identify areas for improvement. What are technology tools for teaching and learning?

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Key points: Traditional classroom learning is now modernizing Debates remain about online vs. classroom learning Stay up to date on the latest in classroom learning trends Classroom learning remains a cornerstone of education, fostering a dynamic environment where students engage with peers and instructors in real-time.

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