eSchool News

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Charlotte, NC — Discovery Education and its social impact partners present teachers and families nationwide a curated collection of engaging, no-cost digital learning resources designed to engage today’s students in Engineers Week. Taking place February 19-25 with the theme “Creating the Future!” Then students meet U.S.

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eSchool News

JULY 16, 2024

Charania, former education senior research fellow at the Christensen Institute. What’s being called the craziest college admission season ever is also proving to be a natural experiment for the American education system. It was originally published on the Christensen Institute’s blog and is reposted with permission.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2025

Instead, we must delve into the nuanced characteristics of various Large Language Models (LLMs) and student-facing AI to discern how their unique capabilities can be leveraged to achieve diverse educational objectives. E-rate & Edtech Funding: Essential Insights for Educators: What do edtech leaders need to know? – 12:45 p.m.;

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

mindSpark Learning , a Denver-based national nonprofit dedicated to empowering educators with industry-oriented professional learning experiences, announced today STEMpath will be virtual for its 2021 cohort, enabling the organization to meet the increased demand to open the program to more educators across the U.S. Other Details: .

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Education has been significantly impacted by COVID-19. Educators have been tasked with pivoting from in-person to remote learning more than once in many districts across the country. Educators have been tasked with pivoting from in-person to remote learning more than once in many districts across the country.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

3M and Discovery Education are excited to announce that the 2021 3M Young Scientist Challenge ( #YoungScientist ) is now open to entries. In June 2021, 10 finalists will be chosen to participate in an exclusive summer mentorship program where they will work closely with and learn from a 3M scientist.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 9, 2021

Educators know by now that engaging instruction is the best way to ensure students are involved in learning and absorbing new lessons and concepts. In Pennsylvania’s Peters Township School District , educators are transforming teaching and learning with interactive and engaging technology.

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eSchool News

MARCH 6, 2023

As a former molecular biologist turned college and 7-12 educator, I have taught laboratory science classes for the past 3 decades. I’ve seen a lot of changes in science education (especially digital content) over the last 30 years, but one challenge has remained the same: students have to learn laboratory skills.

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Edsurge

MARCH 31, 2021

One student, standing up and projecting his voice, declared: “Virginia objects to New Jersey demanding that She give away Her fair and right voice in the new government. Therefore, it is right and fair we have more influence on the actions of government.” We have a larger population. A student on the opposing side retorted: “No way.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 25, 2021

The field of education is no less affected by these technologies. In K-12 education, a focus on ethical considerations is of critical importance. Many teachers and education leaders select and use AI-powered tools despite little background in computer science or artificial intelligence.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Diversity Recruitment Partners recently announced the launch of its comprehensive, AI-powered platform, designed to bridge the gap between schools qualified educators of diverse and bilingual backgrounds. Join us at the upcoming Virtual Education Career Fair on December 5 , where schools and diverse candidates can connect directly.

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Teachers can leverage the power of thinking routines developed by Project Zero at Harvard’s Graduate School of Education to help students develop their metacognitive muscles. In the think stage, participants move from observation to interpretation. This is where analytical thinking comes into play.

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eSchool News

MAY 22, 2018

An abundance of research is available about the benefits of giving students choices in their education, especially when it comes to producing high-quality outcomes. For example, at Wisconsin Virtual Academy (WIVA), our middle school students recently participated in a Virtual Science Fair. Let students choose.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 12, 2024

Through dogged persistence, informal guidance from fellow leaders of color, and my fair share of luck, I became a principal and, later, a district superintendent. Many of the non-instructional efforts that educators of color find themselves tapped to lead involve extra time, added stress, and little or no compensation.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Wednesday, February 3, 2022) – 3M (@3M) and Discovery Education (@DiscoveryEd) are excited to announce that the 2022 3M Young Scientist Challenge ( #YoungScientist ) is now open to entries. We are incredibly excited to see the powerful ideas this year’s participants bring to life.”. Paul, Minn. and Silver Spring, Md.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Most parents know AI will be crucial to their children’s future For more on AI in education, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Generative AI is transforming the nature of work in many fields. AI has the power to revolutionize education. This is true of all teachers, but especially those from older generations.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Assessments have the power to shape educational outcomes, but are we truly measuring what matters? Ensuring that assessments are fair, inclusive and meaningful for all students is a growing priority for educators. So: Participation is key. At JFF , we focus on coalition development.

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eSchool News

JUNE 29, 2022

3M and Discovery Education announced 31 State Merit Winners in the 2022 3M Young Scientist Challenge. An esteemed and diverse group of judges, including 3M scientists and leaders in education from across the country, evaluated entries based on creativity, scientific knowledge, and communication effectiveness. . “At PAUL, Minn.?–

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Edsurge

APRIL 9, 2025

Many educators have begun exploring these tools to streamline administrative tasks from composing parent emails to analyzing assessment data and differentiating instruction. Yet, some educators still see AI only as a tool for efficiency and view student use as cheating. But we must also address teacher readiness to succeed.

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eSchool News

MAY 20, 2022

Silver Spring, MD (Friday, May 20, 2022) — To empower students to embrace STEAM and tackle DIY projects, Science Fair Central presents the Operation Build It Virtual Field Trip, which premiered on May 17th at 1 PM EST and is now available on-demand. Watch the VFT here or on Discovery Education’s K-12 learning platform. . “At

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eSchool News

JUNE 11, 2024

Provide support for staff : Behind every successful school is a dedicated team of educators. This could include science fairs, art exhibitions, or community service projects. Partnership building : Strengthen relationships with parents and community members by inviting them to participate in school events and activities.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

These classes are a distinguishing factor of a Sewickley Academy education. We started with one KIBO , which is a modular robot designed to be used in education. The kindergarten teachers asked the Grade 5 students to first explore the robot, then help their younger buddies participate in the experience.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 22, 2023

This year has seen ample debate about the value and fairness of colleges prioritizing diversity among the students they serve. Greater levels of representation benefit students from all different backgrounds,” study co-author Nicholas Bowman, a professor of educational policy and leadership studies at the University of Iowa, told EdSurge.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 11, 2024

Technology has the power to bring together years of student IEP-related data, allowing educators to understand better both how to serve individual students and where their programs are making a difference. District leaders can determine whether the services students receive match their needs.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 19, 2015

We want to help you apply for and get your fair share of available funding. Participants will learn the critical things about E-rate 2016: What is E-rate Modernization Order (aka E-rate 2.0). changes; and the steps to apply.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 22, 2024

& CHARLOTTE, N.C.  – 3M (@3M) and Discovery Education (@DiscoveryEd) named Sirish Subash, a 9 th grader at Gwinnett School of Mathematics, Science, and Technology in Snellville, Georgia, the winner of the 2024 3M Young Scientist Challenge, the nation’s premier middle school science competition. PAUL, Minn. &

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eSchool News

MARCH 16, 2016

A new Department of Education-sponsored challenge is letting high school students design the makerspace of their dreams — with $200,000 going to as many as 10 winning schools to help turn their plans into reality. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act , which provides more than $1.1

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eSchool News

JULY 1, 2020

mindSpark Learning (mSL), a Denver-based national nonprofit dedicated to empowering educators with industry-oriented professional learning experiences, today announced the launch of mSL futureS, a dynamic, 10-month next generation educator fellowship program. The first trimester begins July 15. About mindSpark Learning.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

But even though these experiences are very powerful for students, they require time and money—and they’re hard to scale so that all students can participate. Career education “has to be systemic across school districts,” says Amy Kaufman, executive director of OC Pathways. A technology platform called Nepris helps solve this challenge.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Friday, October 22, 2021) – 3M (@3M) and Discovery Education (@DiscoveryEd) have named 14-year-old Sarah Park from Jacksonville, Fla. SparkCare+ is made up of two components: a communication with the participant, and a mechanism that uses deep neural networks to select therapeutic music. Paul, Minn. and Silver Spring, Md.

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eSchool News

APRIL 21, 2016

billion annual investment to advance computer science education and increase diversity in technology fields globally. billion to empower computer science educators and engage diverse student populations globally. Part of $3.3 Today’s commitment expects to reach more than 232,000 students in over 1,100 U.S.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 28, 2015

Note : In partnership with Common Sense Education, a national nonprofit, this is being reposted from the Graphite.org blog. My students and I are now so engaged in learning and actively participating in science that we often end up rushing to clean up at the bell.

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Edsurge

JUNE 7, 2017

It started with an underwhelming science fair—the type we’re all familiar with: students standing next to handmade posters, listlessly describing their projects, usually alone. began participating in the Tech Challenge more than ten years ago as a team advisor. Not your typical science fair . Some tips from the pros 1.

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Edsurge

JULY 20, 2021

When Jackie saw that children in her community were caught in the “ homework gap ”—because they were required to access the internet to participate in school, but didn’t have adequate connectivity at home—she took action. Every issue is a gender issue, even broadband access. And after the last year, the FCC is saying enough is enough.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 31, 2022

I take that very seriously and try to bring the unique perspective I have to every discussion I participate in. As an educator parent, I’m constantly juggling my commitments to my students and to my own children and I’m not alone. The dual role of educator and parent is a precarious balance to maintain and often feels impossible.

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Edsurge

APRIL 22, 2020

We have the authority right now to require that new funds for our telehealth initiatives are distributed fast and fair, without playing favorites—as I fear we are seeing elsewhere in the national response. No one should be prevented from having their opportunity to participate in an FCC proceeding as a result of this public health emergency.

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Edsurge

JUNE 19, 2020

Waitz, vice chancellor for undergraduate and graduate education, who is helping to lead the planning. But many participants objected to the idea of going without breaks entirely. This pandemic—it’s not fair in a lot of ways.” So it decided to run a giant crowdsourcing effort. In the end, no plan will make everyone happy.

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