eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

For its ©2023 update, McGraw Hill has drawn upon decades of rigorous literacy studies, collaborated with preeminent reading researchers and experts, and listened to and incorporated feedback from educators and users. The 2023 edition is our best yet!

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eSchool News

MARCH 5, 2024

Ohio is dedicating millions to a curriculum overhaul. Dozens of states are moving to align their teaching practices with the science of reading, a body of research on how children learn that emphasizes explicit phonics instruction alongside helping students build vocabulary and knowledge about the world. Don’t oversimplify this.

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OCTOBER 9, 2023

In education, case studies are widely used as a pedagogical tool to encourage critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and the application of theoretical knowledge. Well-planned case studies can challenge students’ problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. Where to Find Case Studies?

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eSchool News

MARCH 1, 2023

Leading education companies Curriculum Associates and Corwin are partnering to help districts nationwide elevate teaching and learning practices that most impact student growth. It encompasses more than 1,850 meta-analyses, comprising more than 108,000 studies involving more than 300 million students to date. NORTH BILLERICA, Mass.—

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eSchool News

MAY 26, 2022

SILVER SPRING, MD (Thursday, May 26, 2022) —The Aim Academy of Science and Technology in Minneapolis, MN, today announced it has selected Discovery Education — the worldwide edtech leader whose state-of-the-art digital platform supports learning wherever it takes place— to support science and social studies instruction in all grades.

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eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2025

Available within Discovery Education Experience, the essential companion for engaged K-12 classrooms, this new content supports instruction in a variety of disciplines including ELA, Math, Social Studies, and Careers Exploration.

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JUNE 27, 2024

When my friend, Emma, was preparing for finals, she used Trello to organize her study schedule, Quizlet for flashcards, and weekly Google Meet sessions with classmates to discuss tough topics, transforming her test stress into an effective study routine. Because studying for exams can feel overwhelming.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Learning, on the other hand, is defined as “the acquisition of knowledge or skills through experience, study, or by being taught.” Due to the rigidity of curriculum, standardized tests and the controlling nature of compulsory education, playfulness and unstructured time are seen as detrimental to a student’s learning.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

To help teachers recognize, respond to and prevent bullying toward these students, researchers at the University of Missouri collaborated to develop an evidence-based, online professional development curriculum. In a 2022 study , Rose found that social exclusion is a far more common form of bullying than physical or verbal aggression.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 3, 2022

David Merrill studied various instructional design theories and models to identify a number of principles common to each. In his research, Merrill established five instructional principles that can be applied when designing a program or practice to achieve effective and efficient instruction across the various learning styles.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 6, 2023

To build on our founders’ mission, the school began offering a women’s studies elective titled “Women and Society”, which I have proudly taught since 2014. Still, our students deserve a curriculum that gives them access to unpacking the injustices of being a young person in a world that still abuses and discriminates against women.

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Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 7, 2020

When teachers feel pressure to cover the curriculum or keep up with a pre-pandemic pacing guide, it is easy to understand why they spend more time introducing information and less time supporting students as they attempt to master content knowledge or skills.

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eSchool News

MARCH 6, 2024

The culture and climate of the social studies classroom has changed, and the way teachers teach social studies has to change with it. The modern social studies classroom should now be a classroom full of student inquiry and choice. Because the curriculum in a class like AP U.S.

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eSchool News

MAY 24, 2021

Edtech has completely redefined how knowledge is imparted and how skills are acquired. In the USA, the curriculum followed by education establishments centers around subject study, with students gradually honing down interests and passions to follow a set career path.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 14, 2023

Global learning platform Quizlet today announced a series of new study tools designed to help students return to the classroom with renewed confidence this school year. Brain Beats: With Brain Beats, students can automatically turn their flashcards into a song to enhance studying, using a tune to aid in memorization.

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

Engagement Active involvement in learning that is relevant, valuable, and interesting Representation Access to multiple ways to experience or receive information Action and Expression Set goals, monitor and track progress toward goals, engage in metacognitive skill-building through self-assessment and demonstrate knowledge in a variety of ways.

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eSchool News

JULY 3, 2020

Actively Learn, Achieve3000’s research-based, standards-aligned curriculum platform, announces the release of new sequenced curricular units: Actively Learn ELA, Actively Learn Social Studies, and Actively Learn Science. Beginning fall 2020, assignments will be aligned to all state standards for ELA, science, and social studies.

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APRIL 28, 2025

The Rise of Online Learning Online learning has increasingly become a staple in education, with studies showing that over 30% of students now prefer it over traditional classroom settings. A study from the U.S. Department of Education found that 77% of online students reported a better balance between their studies and personal life.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Of course, higher education allows for variations in courses of study, but within each classroom or curriculum, the content, delivery, and assessment are fixed. It tends to promote memorization rather than the application of knowledge. The bestowed certification often doesn’t translate to actual applied knowledge.

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 25, 2024

In a setting where the pace is dictated by the teacher or the curriculum rather than the learner’s needs, students may rush through the material without fully understanding it. Each student progresses differently based on prior knowledge, learning preferences, and exposure to the language.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

The UEPC’s study shows that IXL can be a reliable partner in Utah educators’ efforts toward recovering learning, differentiating instruction and boosting achievement in math.” IXL skills also match popular textbooks used in the state, helping teachers easily incorporate IXL’s curriculum into daily lessons.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

BALTIMORE, Maryland — IXL Learning , developer of personalized learning products used by millions of people globally, has unveiled the findings of a Johns Hopkins University study that affirms IXL Math’s effectiveness in boosting student achievement. The goal of the study was to determine IXL Math’s efficacy on students in grades 3-5.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

STEAM education is trending at an opportune time: The COVID-19 pandemic caused learning loss across the board, and a STEAM-centered curriculum that engages students while weaving important 21st-century education principles into real-world lessons is critical for success. Here’s why creativity is essential in today’s curriculum.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

The district turned to IXL because of its ability to align perfectly to Austin ISD’s textbooks and curriculum, plus IXL’s broad range of skills that individualize instruction and empower every student. Using student data from the curriculum and diagnostic, IXL gives every learner a personalized action plan for growth.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Year after year and in study after study, we see the same thing: Confident students are better students. While students may not count the ability to continue taking exams as a benefit, it’s these very platforms that can enable them to continue building their knowledge and their confidence.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 24, 2024

To close knowledge gaps and support every student, IXL equips Missouri educators with its award-winning PK-5 ELA curriculum, which personalizes learning and is grounded in the Science of Reading methodology. Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) Tier 1 and Tier 2 research shows undisputed favorable outcomes for schools implementing IXL.

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Faculty Focus

AUGUST 29, 2024

This requires the seamless integration of knowledge and skills across various disciplines to address Mars’s multifaceted challenges. Interdisciplinary studies prepare students for the challenges of a globalized world, where interconnected problems demand multidisciplinary solutions. 2009; Kezar & Elrod, 2012).

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eSchool News

MARCH 19, 2025

Our rigorous curriculum is taught by Pennsylvania-certified teachers trained to provide virtual instruction in real time and is focused on providing all students the educational resources and out-of-classroom experiences they need to become successful, lifelong learners.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Offered by Lexia ,a Cambium Learning Group brand , and grounded in the science of reading, both professional learning programs empower educators with the knowledge and skills they need to strengthen students literacy skills. Dr. Akbar also praised the rubrics and assessments in the courses of study.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR and VR) provide deeper engagement, opportunities for collaboration, and hands-on learning that places newly acquired knowledge and skills in context. The app makes complex concepts in algebra, social studies, and ELA more tangible through powerful, interactive visuals.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

95 Percent Group LLC, the trusted source for comprehensive, proven literacy solutions, launched 95 Phonics Core Program® Word Study, Grades 4 and 5. Grounded in the Science of Reading, 95 Phonics Core Program® Word Study, Grades 4 and 5. is a 30-week curriculum designed for daily 30-minute instruction. Lincolnshire, Ill. –

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Students explore practical applications of theoretical knowledge, such as designing simple machines, programming robots, or analyzing environmental data. Integrating STEM into K-12 curricula helps prepare students for a world that increasingly depends on interdisciplinary knowledge.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

In my role as a secondary interventionist and curriculum specialist, I’ve witnessed these consequences firsthand. This newfound knowledge helped me open a whole new world for my students. This curriculum is actually going to do something for me.” The consequences of early literacy struggles have been well documented.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Positive Student Engagement with Generative AI : The majority of students using generative AI use it ethically to improve knowledge, with research (70 percent), writing refinement (65 percent), and creating study aids (55 percent) as top uses. “Our survey reveals a critical opportunity for shaping AI’s role in education.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 3, 2023

As part of the collaboration, the state’s second-largest K-12 school system will now use IXL’s award-winning platform district-wide to boost academic achievement in math, English language arts, science, social studies and Spanish. IXL also provides test preparation skill plans and personalized study plans for the SAT and ACT.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Each age group will feature an annual curriculum for each age group, ensuring that cognitive and motor skills are developed as students work through activities that stimulate creativity, curiosity, and problem-solving abilities. “The develops, manufactures, and markets training products and e-learning systems.

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eSchool News

MARCH 6, 2025

A BBC study found that AI-generated news summaries were riddled with factual inaccuracies because chatbots failed to interpret meaning accurately. Generating truly new ideas (instead of just remixing old ones) AI is great at rearranging existing knowledge, but it doesnt create truly original ideas.

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