eSchool News
NOVEMBER 30, 2023
Key points: AI has exploded, and its potential in education is nearly limitless AI enables increased personalization and relieve teachers of burdensome tasks See related article: 5 ways I’ve leveraged AI in my English classroom For more news on AI in education, visit eSN’s Digital Learning page By now, we hear the term “artificial intelligence” more than a few times a day.
Edsurge
NOVEMBER 30, 2023
When a public school system in the San Francisco Bay Area explored replacing traditional grading practices with a form of “standards-based grading system” meant to eliminate bias, it sparked widespread opposition from parents. They signed petitions and showed up in force at school board meetings to rail against the changes. The proposal, which leaders of the Dublin Unified School District began testing with a cohort of teachers last year, was pitched as a way to shift emphasis from winning point
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EdTech Magazine
NOVEMBER 30, 2023
IT departments are taking a closer look at the way educational technology is collecting and using student data. However, not everyone in education is aware of the risks associated with data collection, and it can be hard to convey why it’s important to use tech with restrictions or caution. “One of the problems is translating to the general populace why it’s important to protect student data,” Christine Jones, coordinator of educational technology for Palmdale School District, said in her CITE 2
Catlin Tucker
NOVEMBER 27, 2023
While reading Adam Grant’s new book, Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things , I was struck by his distinction between teaching and coaching. He writes, “Teaching others can build our competence. But it’s coaching others that elevates our confidence.” He describes the “coaching effect” as our confidence in our ability to overcome challenges and struggles after we have helped guide another person through them (pg. 137).
eSchool News
DECEMBER 1, 2023
Key points: Education must pivot to include AI literacy in its curricula The question is not whether to use AI tools, but how to use them responsibly See related article: 7 principles for AI in education For more news on AI in education, visit eSN’s Digital Learning page In the rapidly evolving landscape of education, the advent of AI and ChatGPT has ushered in a new era of academic assistance.
Edsurge
NOVEMBER 29, 2023
Though I never had the words for it, I knew I was different from my peers when I was a kid. As the son of Indian immigrants, I looked for ways to push back against the pressure to assimilate and conform while growing up in white schools. There were few role models who looked like me outside of my family, and the only cultural representations I saw were insulting stereotypes that mocked Indian culture.
Ask a Tech Teacher
NOVEMBER 29, 2023
Artificial Intelligence–AI–has been around a long time, but caught everyone’s attention with the launch of generative AI, ChatGPT, and DALL-E. These made using AI easy enough for anyone and a viable tool for educators and students. Or is it? Let’s see what the Ask a Tech Teacher team says: Pros And Cons of AI in Education Artificial intelligence (AI) is making major inroads into education.
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eSchool News
NOVEMBER 29, 2023
Key points: Parent communication plays a critical role in student success Overcoming barriers for emergent bilingual families aids in communication See related article: Your top 5 school-home communication challenges, solved For more news on school-home communication, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership page Experienced educators understand that students thrive when their families are actively engaged in their education.
Edsurge
NOVEMBER 27, 2023
As educators seek innovative methods to engage students and enhance the learning experience, artificial intelligence (AI) is proving to be an invaluable asset. For English Language Arts (ELA) teachers, AI-powered writing tools help to provide immediate feedback, guiding students through the writing process and fostering a more personalized approach to learning.
Ask a Tech Teacher
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
E-Books and Online Libraries in Modern College Education One of the most significant archives of human knowledge and learning’s quiet companions, libraries have made an undeniable impact. As far back as history reaches, they played a vital role in helping students. We wouldn’t be where we are without them. Their shelves are stacked with the wisdom of civilizations, offering a passage through time for anyone willing to explore them.
EdTech Magazine
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
The most highly sought-after services in K–12 education today represent the staffing gaps in school systems across the country. Full-time cybersecurity professionals are nearly impossible to hire and retain in K–12 organizations due to high demand for these talents and budget constraints. Instructional technology positions are also disappearing, as some district leaders are quick to cut professional development and instructional tech budgets.
eSchool News
DECEMBER 1, 2023
Through December, the editors at eSchoolNews will be collecting, reporting, and sharing the bold, provocative, and even dare we say, audacious predictions of edtech experts. Want to join in the fun? It’s as easy as sending us a voice or video recording, or even just a comment on our LinkedIn page. We’ll be selecting the best for our annual prediction post!
Edsurge
NOVEMBER 29, 2023
Augmented reality (AR) is a technology that enriches the classroom learning experience by overlaying digital content onto real-world content, simply using devices that already exist in most classrooms, like tablets and smartphones. In educational settings, AR can be used in numerous ways to enhance teaching and engage students. It can bring traditional textbooks to life by adding interactive elements like videos, models or supplementary information to printed pages.
Faculty Focus
NOVEMBER 26, 2023
Social media’s evolution from a groundbreaking phenomenon to an everyday staple has generated widespread discourse on its role and influence in modern life. Notwithstanding the calls for its abolition by some critics, its ubiquity suggests that it is here to stay, necessitating a thoughtful approach to its application. Particularly interesting is the notable increase in social media interaction among everyone, including undergraduate students, during the COVID-19 pandemic, as documented i
EdTech Magazine
NOVEMBER 29, 2023
Everything is moving toward the cloud, with a majority of K–12 schools relying on the technology in some capacity. Gartner predicts more than 85 percent of organizations across industries will adopt a cloud-first approach by 2025. This makes it more important than ever for schools to choose cloud solutions that work for their users and needs. K–12 IT leaders came to CITE 2023 in Sacramento, Calif., eager for more information on cloud services, swarming sessions such as “Demystifying the Cloud –
eSchool News
NOVEMBER 30, 2023
Key points: Three in four high school grads say they feel ready to enter the workforce thanks to a nondegree pathway High school graduates need more information about these pathways to better make decisions about their futures See related article: Companies go to high schools for career training For more news on college and career readiness, see eSN’s Innovative Teaching page A new survey commissioned by American Student Assistance (ASA) and Jobs for the Future (JFF) found that while young
Edsurge
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Earlier this month, the U.S. Department of Education launched an unusual marketing blitz. It includes a TV ad that encourages people to go into teaching, especially to promote more diversity in the teaching profession. “Experience the unique joy of helping students thrive,” the public service announcement says as it depicts a range of people working with students.
Faculty Focus
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Remember CliffsNotes, the predecessor of Course Hero and similar web-based study resources? Like many GenXers, I had a few of those study guides with yellow-and-black covers in my L.L. Bean backpack along with my textbooks and kelly green Trapper Keeper. Sometimes I wonder about those long-gone study guides. Did using CliffsNotes constitute cheating?
Gaggle Speaks
NOVEMBER 27, 2023
In the realm of education, absenteeism and tardiness among students are pressing concerns that can significantly impact their academic performance and overall well-being. As an advocate for mental health awareness, it is important to connect the underlying issues between student attendance patterns and mental health.
eSchool News
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters. It was just after 2:30 p.m. on a recent Wednesday, and the school stage hadn’t yet transformed into a reading room. Christopher VanderKuyl, an assistant principal in Chicago’s west suburbs, hurriedly dragged brown folding chairs across the wood floor.
EAB
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Podcast How Technology Fuels Student Success Episode 174. November 28, 2023. Welcome to the Office Hours with EAB podcast. You can join the conversation on social media using #EABOfficeHours. Follow the podcast on Spotify , Google Podcasts , Apple Podcasts , SoundCloud and Stitcher or visit our podcast homepage for additional episodes. EAB’s Julianne Turpin and Brendan Mannix explore the many changes that have made modern student success software a central component of student retention efforts.
Faculty Focus
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Remember CliffsNotes, the predecessor of Course Hero and similar web-based study resources? Like many GenXers, I had a few of those study guides with yellow-and-black covers in my L.L. Bean backpack along with my textbooks and kelly green Trapper Keeper. Sometimes I wonder about those long-gone study guides. Did using CliffsNotes constitute cheating?
Comprehension Connection
NOVEMBER 27, 2023
Are you finding the excitement of the holidays has your students losing all sense of manners? Self control is challenging this time of year, isn’t it? Well, I have the perfect book for you! Do Unto Otters by Laurie Keller is just what you need. In this post, I’ll share with you lesson ideas that […] The post Do Unto Otters, the Perfect Book for Teaching about Manners appeared first on Comprehension Connection.
eSchool News
NOVEMBER 29, 2023
Key points: Limited funding often complicates edtech purchases Save room in your budget for a reliable device manager See related article: Act now to avoid financial disasters after COVID relief funding ends For more news on edtech funding, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership page Do public schools have the means to adopt the latest edtech for modern teaching?
EAB
DECEMBER 1, 2023
Infographic Unlocking AI's Potential in Higher Education 12 Innovative Ideas to Help Leaders Identify AI Promises Across Campus AI-driven innovations present numerous opportunities for higher education institutions, including providing personalized student support, supercharging faculty and staff productivity, and optimizing operations. This infographic highlights examples of AI promises and their expected impact.
Faculty Focus
NOVEMBER 30, 2023
As I sat in a lecture attended by all first-year students at our college, I noticed the scale of a troubling trend: the rise of “snapnotes.” Snapnotes are what I like to call when students “take notes” by snapping a picture of a PowerPoint slide on their phone. While the trend has been around since the advent of phones with reasonable cameras and data storage, anecdotally, the COVID-19 pandemic has made this practice much more widespread.
Apple for the Teach
NOVEMBER 27, 2023
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eSchool News
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Key points: Innovators are questioning certain mainstays about U.S. education See related article: 10 TED-Ed Lessons to get students thinking For more news on education trends, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching page In education, there is no shortage of debate. Conversations around proficiency, assessments, grading systems, and professional development are all too familiar.
EAB
DECEMBER 1, 2023
Infographic How Application Growth Drives Enrollment in Your State Our research indicates that application growth is essential not just for increasing enrollment but for preventing losses as well. Schools that grew enrollment from 2017 to 2021, across all sectors and levels of selectivity, largely did so via substantial application growth. This infographic reveals the precise contours of this key relationship at the state level.
Faculty Focus
NOVEMBER 30, 2023
As I sat in a lecture attended by all first-year students at our college, I noticed the scale of a troubling trend: the rise of “snapnotes.” Snapnotes are what I like to call when students “take notes” by snapping a picture of a PowerPoint slide on their phone. While the trend has been around since the advent of phones with reasonable cameras and data storage, anecdotally, the COVID-19 pandemic has made this practice much more widespread.
Kitchen Table Classroom
NOVEMBER 26, 2023
There’s something about a snow globe that is a little magical. This easy little print and go snow globe craft […] The post Make a Snowglobe- Print & Draw Stand-up Template appeared first on The Kitchen Table Classroom.
eSchool News
NOVEMBER 27, 2023
Key points: It is imperative that we bring STEM to those without easy STEM access STEM careers are set to grow by more than 10 percent by 2031 See related article: 3 best practices to create a STEM-focused school For more news on STEM education, visit eSN’s STEM & STEAM page STEM allow us to push the boundaries of innovation, enabling people to step foot on the moon, develop lifesaving health care, and advance clean forms of energy.
EAB
DECEMBER 1, 2023
Infographic Meet Your New Graduate and Adult Learner Insights from EAB's Survey of 3,800+ Prospective Students The proportion of adult learners from Gen Z is expected to double in the coming years, from 31% of the adult learner population in 2024 to 60% of adult learners in 2031. Enrollment teams will need to be nimble to develop marketing messages and strategies that will appeal to this new generation of graduate and adult learners.
Faculty Focus
NOVEMBER 26, 2023
Social media’s evolution from a groundbreaking phenomenon to an everyday staple has generated widespread discourse on its role and influence in modern life. Notwithstanding the calls for its abolition by some critics, its ubiquity suggests that it is here to stay, necessitating a thoughtful approach to its application. Particularly interesting is the notable increase in social media interaction among everyone, including undergraduate students, during the COVID-19 pandemic, as documented i
Edsurge
NOVEMBER 30, 2023
In Fairmont, West Virginia, Helen Post-Brown owns and operates an early learning program licensed to serve 160 children. These days, due to staff shortages, she can only accommodate about half that many. A dozen miles down the road, in Bridgeport, five of the 25 classrooms in Jennifer Trippett’s child care center sit dark and empty. Families in the community are desperately awaiting her call for a spot: More than 400 children are on the waitlist.
eSchool News
DECEMBER 1, 2023
Key points: We can find heroes in every walk of life–including in education These three educators exemplify selflessness and dedication See related article: Meet the eSN Hero Awards winners For more news on teaching trends, see eSN’s Innovative Teaching page I’ve always hated being put on the spot to answer some version of this question: “Who is your role model?
EAB
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Blogs What is “one front door” onboarding and how could it help your students? Insights from Dr. Tiffany Ray-Patterson, VP of Student Success at Germanna Community College Based on our Office Hours with EAB podcast, Episode 166, Could Your Students Benefit from “One Front Door” Onboarding? Follow the podcast on Spotify , Google Podcasts , Apple Podcasts , SoundCloud , and Stitcher , or visit our podcast homepage for additional episodes.
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