Critical Thinking, Learning Tools and Skills

Infusing PBL with edtech to enhance collaboration, critical thinking

eSchool News

MARCH 15, 2024

Edtech tools also enable students to learn beyond the four walls of the classroom, providing them with so many more opportunities to enhance their critical thinking skills and understand real-world situations. These are all important skills to have when moving beyond the classroom and into the real world.

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Why educational robotics is a critical STEM learning tool

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

When students become interested in STEM at a young age, their critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and communication skills have a chance to thrive. Highlighting engineering also encourages students to pursue engineering classes and, potentially, engineering career paths.

STEM

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How students are really using AI tools: What schools need to know

eSchool News

MAY 29, 2025

I’m glad to see you’ve got good critical thinking skills though – I think if I heard a bot claiming to be a psychologist, I might be a little suspect too! Of course, youth may overlook these flaws, choosing to ignore or forget that these bots arent human. When we asked Character.AI

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Why Facebook engineers helped this district build a personalized learning tool

eSchool News

OCTOBER 6, 2015

Through this model, we’ve made education and the overall experience very student-centric; we factor in every student’s individual short-term and long-term goals; and we engage students in deeper learning that’s connected to the real world (i.e., critical thinking skills and problem solving).

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Take a peek inside this teacher’s Escape Room learning challenges

eSchool News

MAY 1, 2023

Escape rooms are engaging for people of all ages—they require durable skills such as creativity, critical thinking, determination, and the ability to work in groups to solve challenges. eSN: What gave you the idea to structure learning activities in an escape room-style challenge?

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Next-gen learning: 5 digital tools to engage and inspire

eSchool News

JUNE 12, 2024

Whether you’re looking to better understand your students’ prior knowledge or check for understanding at the end of a unit, this is one tool to keep in mind! Adobe Character Animator: Adobe Character Animator is a really fun tool for upping your students’ presentation skills.

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Closing the digital use divide with active and engaging learning

eSchool News

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Passive learning, on the other hand, means students passively receive information–for example, students might use a Chromebook to take a test or submit assignments in a learning management system.

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5 ways to use technology for classroom creativity

eSchool News

JULY 16, 2024

Creativity is an essential skill for all students to have. Creative projects help students connect new information to prior knowledge through critical thinking and problem solving. This builds emotional development and lifelong skills that will help them in any future career they may have. Why creativity?

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How Game-Based Learning Develops Real-World Skills

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

She also touched on using games as a learning tool and how this approach prepares students for their future. EdSurge: You’re a mental health professional; what attracted you to a school focused on game-based learning? And that is one of the main pillars of game-like learning: fostering 21st-century skills.

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K–12 Schools Should Teach Soft Skills to Prepare Students for the Future Workforce

EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 30, 2018

K–12 Schools Should Teach Soft Skills to Prepare Students for the Future Workforce. While digital tools are woven into educational pedagogy nationwide, another component of learning may help educators give students advantages in a world not yet known to them. eli.zimmerman_9856. Thu, 08/30/2018 - 17:18.

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6 educator predictions about teaching and learning in 2025

eSchool News

JANUARY 16, 2025

AI, digital learning tools, and personalized supports have become central to the classroom. At the same time, schools are placing a stronger emphasis on mental health, equity, and future-ready skills, ensuring students are not only academically successful but also are prepared for the challenges of today’s every-changing world.

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Students need–and deserve–a globalized curriculum

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

We should be aiding our children and future generations in their journey of lifelong learning and equipping them with the skills they can transfer in any job or business they find themselves in. Children need space to learn and grasp new concepts and ideas; that’s how we get innovation and a more prosperous future.

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Teaching ethical edtech for future innovators

eSchool News

JUNE 19, 2024

This is important not only for their personal security but also to prepare them for a future where similar tools will be present in almost every job they hold. Part of training these students for the real world, then, is teaching them how to use these tools, and gearing their thinking towards positive, real-world application of them.

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Can robotics teach problem solving to students?

eSchool News

JANUARY 19, 2017

My teaching experience has taught me that it is no longer possible to prepare students with the 21st century skills they will need for the workforce without moving away from this paint-by-numbers approach. Here are four tips for teaching students how to problem solve using hands-on robotics as a tool: 1.

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Smarter Classrooms for Today and Tomorrow

eSchool News

MAY 1, 2024

Smarter classrooms leverage cutting-edge technologies to create immersive, personalized learning experiences with unlimited online resources that cater to diverse learning styles. Innovations nurture essential skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, creativity, and adaptability.

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Hands-on learning will help Gen Alpha reach new levels of technical innovation

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

How can we harness their skills to create world-changing technologies? The answer lies in immersive, hands-on learning experiences that start from a young age. Embrace hands-on projects to foster creativity and problem-solving skills For kids to think creatively, they need to take risks and make mistakes.

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5 ways to integrate gamification into your classroom

eSchool News

JANUARY 10, 2025

Blooket even provides a helpful preview for each game mode, suggesting the difficulty, time length, and required skills. “When properly integrated into lesson plans, gamification can lead to enhanced problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and higher-order learning outcomes in elementary students” (Dehghanzadeh et al.,

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5 essential digital learning reads

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

For more news on edtech trends, visit eSN’s Digital Learning page Digital learning is a critical component of what happens in today’s classrooms. Edtech tools, connected learning experiences, and 21st-century skills all play a role in preparing students for the future.

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15 edtech startups selected for the inaugural AWS Education Accelerator

eSchool News

JANUARY 25, 2024

Learn about the startups and the problems they aim to solve: Augmental Learning Inc , County of Sussex, DE Augmental provides an AI-powered learning platform that empowers educational content creators by offering next-generation personalized learning, intelligent content creation, and data-driven analytics.

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Bluum Launches Innovative Esports, STEAM, and Security Solutions

eSchool News

JANUARY 19, 2024

Bluum’s new curriculum innovation for primary schools packages offer a diverse range of tailored solutions that integrate STEM tools and hands-on learning opportunities to increase student engagement and foster curiosity and critical thinking skills among the youngest learners.

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43 back-to-school predictions for the 2024-2025 year

eSchool News

AUGUST 27, 2024

Vrain Valley School District Career-connected learning will become more important than ever. The workforce has undergone significant changes, and today’s jobs require advanced skills and specialized training, particularly in STEM fields. The COVID effect has impacted students’ communication, critical thinking, and motivation.

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Creating podcasts in the classroom

eSchool News

JANUARY 27, 2025

There are many digital tools teachers count on to engage students, and more are created each year. Wouldn’t it be great to find a tool or project that is engaging for students while helping them practice their receptive and productive language skills? By creating podcasts, students practice receptive and productive skills.

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What Technology is Used in Teaching and Learning?

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Adaptive learning platforms tailor instruction to individual needs, promoting personalized learning experiences. Collaboration tools facilitate real-time communication and teamwork, essential skills in a digital world. What is an example of technology as a learning tool?

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AI as an Educational Ally: Innovative Strategies for Classroom Integration

Faculty Focus

APRIL 22, 2025

This aligns with findings from the literature, which emphasize that by intentionally integrating AI-powered learning tools, we can highlight best practices for student engagement with these technologies (Johnson, Adams Becker, & Cummins, 2022). Another key insight was the broader applicability of AI in future classrooms.

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K-12 Tech Innovation News

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. The proliferation of educational apps and online resources has expanded learning beyond the confines of textbooks.

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The Impact of Technology on Education

eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Digital learning tools and digital technologies have broken down geographical barriers and provided access to educational resources for students no matter their socioeconomic status or geographic location. Battling this so-called “opportunity gap” makes personalized learning and skill development more inclusive and accessible.

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6 STEAM tinkering tools for the holidays

eSchool News

DECEMBER 17, 2015

This year is no different and fortunately, the latest STEAM push has made many of the learning tools very desirable as holiday gifts. The following are six ed-tech tools that will undoubtedly spark the creative and innovative side of kids of all ages (parents and teachers included).

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35 edtech innovations we saw at FETC 2023

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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Osmo For Schools Receives Prestigious 2021 EdTech Digest Award in “Curriculum and Instruction Solution” Category

eSchool News

APRIL 15, 2021

Featuring EdTech’s best and brightest, the annual program shines a spotlight on cool tools, inspiring leaders and innovative trendsetters across the K-12, Higher Education, and Skills and Workforce sectors. Osmo for Schools , a division of Tangible Play, Inc., Osmo is used in more than 30,000 schools in North America.

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Schools and districts that ignore TikTok’s lessons are bound to fail

eSchool News

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Over time, this dynamic instruction cultivates critical thinking skills that empower students to view problems from multiple angles, discern between reality and fallacy, and evaluate the credibility of information from a variety of sources.

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

eSchool News

JUNE 14, 2024

Esports I also learned that middle and high school extracurricular esports programs offer numerous ways to engage students in instruction, especially in a rural community like Alberton. Esports programs provide students opportunities to develop teamwork, strategic thinking, and leadership skills in a collaborative environment.

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5 educators share their ISTE experiences

eSchool News

JULY 11, 2018

In order to capture the outcomes we seek, we must embrace an inclusive and flexible mindset where student voice and student choice are driving the bus forward in their journey of learning. Microsoft Learning Tools : Free tools to improve reading and writing skills for all ages and abilities. Flexibility.

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Heading Back to School with Dungeons & Dragons in Classrooms, Afterschool Clubs

eSchool News

OCTOBER 1, 2022

In the classroom, the new teaching kits aimed for grades 4-6 and 6-8 offer a way for educators to incorporate D&D into their lesson plans, reinforcing language arts, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills all while having fun going on an adventure.

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Discovery Education Premieres Haul!: An Interactive STEM Learning Experience that Digs Into Sustainable Copper Production with Freeport-McMoRan

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

In this new interactive virtual experience created with Discovery Education, students discover first-hand the STEM activities and skills behind this resource powering our world,” said Tracy Bame, Director of Corporate Social Responsibility at Freeport-McMoRan. Learn more about Dig Into Mining and the new Haul!

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What is the 21st Century Lesson Plan?

Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 24, 2015

To focus on the over-arching concepts above, make learning platform-neutral. For example, when teaching spreadsheets, make the software or online tools a vehicle for practicing critical thinking, data analysis, and evidence-based learning, not for learning one brand of software or a particular spreadsheet tool.

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How multimedia and interactive tech transform engagement

eSchool News

APRIL 1, 2025

The impact of visual and interactive learning tools Visual media profoundly influences how students process and retain information. Videos, films, and simulations create immersive learning experiences that traditional teaching methods cannot replicate.

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UWorld Launches New Tools to Support Educators in Fostering AP® Success

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

UWorld , the worldwide leader in online learning to prepare for high-stakes exams, today announced the launch of AP ® (Advanced Placement ® ) Learning Tools , a new College Readiness solution to help educators enhance instruction, improve student performance, and effectively prepare for AP exams. Pemmasani, M.D.,

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The Case for ‘Edtech Minimalism’ in an Age of Distance Learning

Edsurge

DECEMBER 16, 2020

Building critical-thinking and problem-solving skills in math. Making documentation of learning and communication streamlined and accessible for all learners. As an elementary school teacher, my highest priorities were always the following: Cultivating agency, autonomy and independence in my students.

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How Do You Use Technology to Improve Your Learning?

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

In the contemporary educational landscape, harnessing technology is pivotal to revolutionizing K-12 student learning. Integrating technology enhances engagement, personalization, and skill development. How do you use technology to improve your learning? What is an example of technology as a learning tool?

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Importance of Technology in the Classroom

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

By integrating technology, educators can foster collaboration, improve efficiency, and prepare students with critical digital skills for the future–this underscores the importance of technology in the classroom. This access expands their learning beyond traditional textbooks.

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What are the Advantages of Using Technology in the Learning Process?

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Tools like discussion forums, shared documents, and video conferencing facilitate teamwork and idea exchange. Developing Digital Skills : Using technology in the classroom helps students build critical digital literacy skills that are essential for future careers in our increasingly digital world.

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What Technology Helps Students Learn?

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

From interactive apps to online platforms, edtech tools cater to diverse learning styles and enhance educational experiences. Let’s examine the transformative impact of specific technologies that empower students, fostering engagement, personalization, and skill development in the dynamic realm of learning.

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Teachers Believe That AI Is Here to Stay in Education. How It Should Be Taught Is Debatable.

Edsurge

MARCH 27, 2025

I rarely say 100 percent to anything, but I think the answer is 100 percent, Adams, senior manager of Corporate Citizenship at Samsung, says of the proportion of students who will use AI at work in the future. At the classroom level, teachers are on the same page.

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What is an Educational Technology Tool?

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

As the educational landscape evolves, K-12 technology tools continue to play a pivotal role in preparing students for the demands of a digitally connected world, promoting collaboration, critical thinking, and digital literacy skills essential for success in the 21st century.

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Infusing PBL with edtech to enhance collaboration, critical thinking

Why educational robotics is a critical STEM learning tool

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Closing the digital use divide with active and engaging learning

5 ways to use technology for classroom creativity

How Game-Based Learning Develops Real-World Skills

K–12 Schools Should Teach Soft Skills to Prepare Students for the Future Workforce

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Students need–and deserve–a globalized curriculum

Teaching ethical edtech for future innovators

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Smarter Classrooms for Today and Tomorrow

Hands-on learning will help Gen Alpha reach new levels of technical innovation

5 ways to integrate gamification into your classroom

5 essential digital learning reads

15 edtech startups selected for the inaugural AWS Education Accelerator

Bluum Launches Innovative Esports, STEAM, and Security Solutions

43 back-to-school predictions for the 2024-2025 year

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What Technology is Used in Teaching and Learning?

AI as an Educational Ally: Innovative Strategies for Classroom Integration

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The Impact of Technology on Education

6 STEAM tinkering tools for the holidays

35 edtech innovations we saw at FETC 2023

Osmo For Schools Receives Prestigious 2021 EdTech Digest Award in “Curriculum and Instruction Solution” Category

Schools and districts that ignore TikTok’s lessons are bound to fail

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

5 educators share their ISTE experiences

Heading Back to School with Dungeons & Dragons in Classrooms, Afterschool Clubs

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How multimedia and interactive tech transform engagement

UWorld Launches New Tools to Support Educators in Fostering AP® Success

The Case for ‘Edtech Minimalism’ in an Age of Distance Learning

How Do You Use Technology to Improve Your Learning?

Importance of Technology in the Classroom

What are the Advantages of Using Technology in the Learning Process?

What Technology Helps Students Learn?

Teachers Believe That AI Is Here to Stay in Education. How It Should Be Taught Is Debatable.

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