eSchool News

JUNE 27, 2025

Traditional education often fails to bridge that gap. The challenge: Digital skills gap in education Industries are evolving quickly, and they need workers with strong STEAM skills. The 5 key benefits of game-based learning in STEAM education 1. Games are complex systems with many interconnected layers.

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eSchool News

JULY 3, 2025

Yet, recent results from the National Assessment on Educational Progress (NAEP) show that across the country, one in four fourth graders cannot do math at a basic level. Empowering teachers with the knowledge and skills to teach math effectively is essential for improving life outcomes for all children,” said NCTQ President Heather Peske.

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k12 Digest

JUNE 23, 2025

Nam Ngo Thanh is an educational leader, innovator, and advocate for equity-driven, holistic learning. Currently serving as the school leader in Vietnam, he brings over a decade of experience in school leadership, teacher training, and educational transformation.

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Faculty Focus

JUNE 22, 2025

Liberal arts education empowers individuals to become well-rounded to handle complexity, diversity, and change by providing broad knowledge of the world and in-depth study in a specific area.

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eSchool News

JULY 8, 2025

the prepackaged curriculum and the advice of more experienced colleagues was the go-to resource. It allows teachers to view the funds of knowledge composers bring to a task and create entry points for support. Educational Leadership , 71 (7), 60-65. References Campbell, K. Beyond the five-paragraph essay. Lannin, A.

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k12 Digest

JULY 24, 2025

For decades, chemistry has been considered a “gatekeeper” course within STEM education, with nearly 50% of college students failing, withdrawing, or dropping introductory chemistry courses (ACS, 2020). Such approaches capitalize on rhythm and repetition to reinforce symbolic associations, similar to alphabet songs in early literacy education.

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k12 Digest

JUNE 24, 2025

Education is not just about memorizing facts or acing exams—it’s about shaping individuals who are prepared to navigate an ever-changing world. At the heart of this transformative institution is Llana Ann Reece, an educational leader with a bold vision for learning. Our goal is to help them define it on their own terms.”

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Edsurge

MAY 12, 2025

Some educators think its because math instruction is stuck in a rut. Henderson previously worked for the Utah Department of Education, where she noted that math is the biggest stumbling block for students trying to get a high school diploma. But how are curriculum publishers responding to this insistence on career readiness?

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eSchool News

JULY 8, 2025

Key points: Digital resources can make learning more effective and enjoyable for students 4 edtech tools that can transform student teamwork A critical shift in digital instruction in 2025 For more news on digital resources, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub As education evolves, the classroom is no longer limited to books and blackboards.

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eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2025

Charlotte, NC Discovery Education , the creators of indispensable K-12 learning solutions used in classrooms around the world, today announced an exciting new slate of standards-aligned educational content and instructional resources for Back-to-School 2025 that will inspire teachers and engage students.

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k12 Digest

JULY 1, 2025

His educational philosophy is centered on nurturing students’ thirst for knowledge and preparing them to do meaningful work in the future. If education is meant to prepare students for life beyond the classroom, then we must ask: are we equipping them with knowledge or wisdom? That number should stop us in our tracks.

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eSchool News

MAY 15, 2025

Key points: Building relationships is important to the overall health of an organization Leading (again) in uncertainty Elevating principals, teachers, and students through shared purpose For more on school leadership, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership hub We often hear we should run our schools more like a business.

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eSchool News

JUNE 11, 2025

With advanced search capabilities by grade level, subject, and Lexile score, plus direct publisher access through their exclusive Gateway program, educators can seamlessly integrate high-quality content that deepens student engagement and accelerates learning outcomes.

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Faculty Focus

JULY 13, 2025

Artificial intelligence is no different, but how can we ease the minds of those educators who have trouble embracing the newest innovation in emerging technologies? A shift in the fundamental mindset of educators and learners will be vitally important as AI becomes more and more commonplace. Dr. Tina Evans earned her Ed.D.

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Faculty Focus

JULY 20, 2025

Reams have been written about the challenges with general education at US colleges and universities. Students often view general education requirements (gen eds) as “hurdles” to overcome on their way to the learning that matters to them. The sentiment is especially cacophonous in online education. Why am I doing this?”

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k12 Digest

JUNE 23, 2025

Nam Ngo Thanh is an educational leader, innovator, and advocate for equity-driven, holistic learning. Currently serving as the school leader in Vietnam, he brings over a decade of experience in school leadership, teacher training, and educational transformation.

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eSchool News

MAY 5, 2025

Saying Tell Us, instead of Tell me, validates each student’s role as both a learner and giver of knowledge. I have incorporated this particular linguistic shift into my work with other educators at Relay Graduate School of Education. It is shockingly difficult for most teachers to alter their language in this manner.

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Edsurge

MAY 5, 2025

This uncertainty can be daunting, but one thing is clear: Foundational knowledge in computer science will be essential, no matter what paths they choose. As educators and industry leaders, we must ask: What do students and their teachers need to prepare for a future that is still unfolding?

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Faculty Focus

JULY 13, 2025

Artificial intelligence is no different, but how can we ease the minds of those educators who have trouble embracing the newest innovation in emerging technologies? A shift in the fundamental mindset of educators and learners will be vitally important as AI becomes more and more commonplace. Dr. Tina Evans earned her Ed.D.

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eSchool News

MAY 20, 2025

And yet, our education system insists on treating time as the fixed variable in the equation of learning–even when we know better. At Eastern Hancock Schools , this systematic shift toward a focus on learning across all subject areas is a work in progress, requiring ongoing collaboration among educators, students, and families.

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Faculty Focus

JULY 20, 2025

Reams have been written about the challenges with general education at US colleges and universities. Students often view general education requirements (gen eds) as “hurdles” to overcome on their way to the learning that matters to them. The sentiment is especially cacophonous in online education. Why am I doing this?”

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eSchool News

MAY 30, 2025

and the National FFA Organization on Tuesday announced the national expansion of FarmBeats for Students, a cutting-edge educational program integrating smart sensors, data science and artificial intelligence (AI) to teach precision agriculture in classrooms. FarmBeats for Students was co-developed by Microsoft, FFA and agriculture educators.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 24, 2025

AI tutors are transforming education by offering personalized, accessible, and efficient learning support. They are not intended to replace human educators, just complement traditional teaching. Many educators and administrators feel unprepared to manage these legal and ethical challenges effectively.

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Edsurge

JULY 10, 2025

As classrooms across America become increasingly diverse, with growing populations of multilingual learners and students from various cultural backgrounds, school districts face a critical challenge: selecting educational technology that truly serves all students. million English learners in K-12 public schools in the fall of 2021, up from 4.6

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eSchool News

MAY 2, 2025

As schools, districts, and policymakers grapple with the realities of a rapidly evolving workforce that requires discipline-specific knowledge, high-tech know-how, and hands-on skills, there is a growing recognition that the traditional approaches to preparing students for the real world no longer suffice.

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eSchool News

JUNE 25, 2025

These results show that Core5 is helping California educators address the critical need to improve student reading proficiency.” About Lexia Lexia®, a Cambium Learning® Group brand, is transforming literacy education, driving change in 1 of every 3 school districts across the United States.

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Faculty Focus

JULY 17, 2025

Building Interdisciplinary Courses: Choosing Scope and Mixing Knowledge Creating a solid interdisciplinary course starts with a clear scope and thoughtful mixing of knowledge. The U-shaped learning model from O’Sullivan (2025) backs this kind of team learning since building people skills helps blend knowledge and put it to use.

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Edsurge

JUNE 18, 2025

This was the South Florida Showdown , the first Minecraft Education tri-district esports challenge of its kind. Watching students from across Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach come together to solve real-world challenges using Minecraft Education was inspiring,” says Carlos Vazquez, founder of Miami EdTech. “It What stood out most?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 1, 2025

For you as a job hunting educator, this becomes the best time of year to find a job. Education This includes your degrees, advanced degrees, certificates, and classes you’ve taken in pursuit of your chosen field. Certifications This includes certificates you hold such as Apple Distinguished Educator.

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Teaching Philosophy Knowledge Feedback Languages 81

Faculty Focus

JULY 17, 2025

Building Interdisciplinary Courses: Choosing Scope and Mixing Knowledge Creating a solid interdisciplinary course starts with a clear scope and thoughtful mixing of knowledge. The U-shaped learning model from O’Sullivan (2025) backs this kind of team learning since building people skills helps blend knowledge and put it to use.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

Something broke in American education these past years. You might argue that the traditional classroom still plays an essential role in education, but the rapid growth of online and hybrid models suggests otherwise. This shift raises critical questions about the future of education: How will teachers adapt their roles?

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Edsurge

JUNE 27, 2025

Writing a history that you helped to create is awkward, as Anne Trumbore acknowledges in her new book “ The Teacher in the Machine: A Human History of Education Technology.” Anne Trumbore “I have been an ensemble player in the transformation of online education from experimental and low status to ‘innovative’ and ‘disruptive,’” she writes. “I

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Faculty Focus

APRIL 24, 2025

Notedly, when educators engage in reflection, it is usually in the form of John Dewey : We do not learn from experiencewe learn from reflecting on experience. However, we are often unaware of tacit knowledge that underlies our activities and actions, especially when things do not go as planned.

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Dangerously Irrelevant

MAY 8, 2025

Colorado educators! and anyone else within reasonable driving distance… looking at you, Nebraska, Wyoming, Kansas, New Mexico, and maybe Utah and Oklahoma!) We hope that you will join us for our June 2025 Teacher Leader Summit in Denver. On Thursday, June 5, we will be leaning into instructional redesign for deeper learning.

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Teaching with a Mountain View

JUNE 19, 2025

The slower pace of summer can be the perfect time to invest in your own education, if you want to ! Maybe you’ve thought about trying a new classroom management strategy, exploring new methods for student engagement, or digging into the latest trends in education. called it eye-opening, and Jessica W.

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Edsurge

APRIL 30, 2025

Will AI be a tool for innovation or yet another factor widening educational gaps? So, how can educators ensure that AI is a force for progress rather than one that deepens divides? Dr. Zachery-Ross brings over 25 years of experience in K-12 education, starting as a teacher and school psychologist in Detroit Public Schools.

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Edsurge

JUNE 9, 2025

At Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS), educators are determined to make sure both answers are “yes.” Once the constructs were defined, the team worked with subject matter experts — both district educators and external specialists in AI and education — to draft three to five items for each construct aligned with their expertise.

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