eSchool News

JULY 29, 2025

Key points: In the age of AI, independent thinking is more important than ever Building an educator’s AI toolbox AI tools that support learning–not cheating For more on AI and cognitive debt, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub As AI tools become increasingly embedded in K-12 education, they offer personalized learning, real-time feedback, and access to information at unprecedented speed.

Critical Thinking

Faculty Focus

JULY 29, 2025

Communication is hard. Even in the best of circumstances, every interaction carries not just the message we intend to send but also our own assumptions, our students’ assumptions, and the ever-growing complexity of language and tone, not to mention the medium itself. This complexity only multiplies in today’s higher ed environment, where faculty and staff are expected to reach students across multiple platforms — LMS announcements, emails, texts, apps — with messages that range from compassionat

Communication

eSchool News

JULY 29, 2025

Key points: Digital learning offers flexibility for students with varied interests The best tools to create blended learning environments Teachers see online learning as critical for workforce readiness in 2025 For more news on learning modalities, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Digital learning–in the form of online, hybrid, and blended schools and courses–is growing steadily in U.S. schools.

Learning

Teach Hub

JULY 29, 2025

If you’re a new teacher, you’ve probably stared at a blank lesson plan template wondering where to even begin. Maybe you’ve Googled examples or asked for help, only to feel more confused than before. That’s okay and is totally normal. Lesson planning can feel like a huge task at first, but once you get the hang of it, it becomes a routine part of your day.

Teachers

EdTech Magazine

JULY 29, 2025

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics recently shared data about the impact of artificial intelligence on employment over the next decade. AI’s influence is everywhere, with software developers expected to gain 17.9% more jobs, while insurance appraisers stand to lose 9.2% of available jobs. The data underscores the need for flexibility in order to succeed in future careers.

Intelligence

John Spenser

JULY 29, 2025

Throughout this summer, I’ve had the opportunity to lead professional development on ethical AI integration throughout the United States. In some cases, it’s been a keynote and customized sessions. In other cases, it’s been a deep dive 1-3 day workshop. The audience has ranged from. The post Back to School in the Age of AI appeared first on John Spencer.

Ethics

We are Teachers

JULY 29, 2025

Give your ELL students a new way to practice their speaking skills with these free printable Social Scenario Task Cards.

Skills

We are Teachers

JULY 29, 2025

The Trump administration wants AI literacy in schools. Here's why, plus what teachers need to know about these decisions.

Teachers

Reading Power Gear

JULY 29, 2025

Fall is an exciting time in the world of children’s books! There are MANY new books scheduled to be released just in time for the first months of school. This week, I’m featuring just a few of the new titles that are scheduled to be, or have just been released this fall (release dates are listed) and remember, it’s never too early to pre-order your books before the release date!

Reading

We are Teachers

JULY 29, 2025

Check out this list of our favorite chapter books for 4th graders to engage and inspire readers with quality titles.

Teaching

GovTech

JULY 29, 2025

To help them comply with an executive barring students from using phones during the school day, at least two Portland high schools have asked caregivers for donations to offset the costs of lockable pouches.

Schools

We are Teachers

JULY 29, 2025

These fraction games and activities help kids master tricky concepts with ease. They'll use dominoes, playing cards, paper plates, and more.

Activities

Imagination Soup

JULY 29, 2025

Back-to-school is right around the corner, but are you ready with the latest and greatest picture books that celebrate life at school? These ten stories. The post 10 New Back-to-School Books for 2025 appeared first on Imagination Soup.

Schools

GovTech

JULY 29, 2025

Following cuts to programs supporting cybersecurity in K-12 schools, the Consortium for School Networking’s petition to federal leaders in charge of allocations earned more than 400 signatures from districts nationwide.

Schools

Imagination Soup

JULY 29, 2025

As your children go back to school, read these essential school-themed picture books about the first day, separation anxiety, making friends, and being yourself. The post 60 Important Back to School Read Aloud Books appeared first on Imagination Soup.

Reading

We are Teachers

JULY 29, 2025

Add some pizzazz to your writing with this huge list of adjectives to describe a person, including a definition and example for each.

Writing

Imagination Soup

JULY 29, 2025

A great way to develop curiosity and intellect is providing books to help deepen understanding about a topic like these rocks and minerals books! The post 10 Fascinating Geology Rocks and Minerals Books for Kids Ages 3 to 12 appeared first on Imagination Soup.

Middle School

We are Teachers

JULY 29, 2025

Teachers, are you video, audio, or photo editing? Whether you do so in the classroom or at home, CyberLink has savings for you!

Teachers