eSchool News

JANUARY 4, 2024

Gen-Z has grown up on technology, and we can’t simply ignore the advantages this can provide when helping them to engage with their education. Smartphones allow students easy access to videos, interactive 3D models, and a range of multisensory educational materials helping to form stronger cognitive connections.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 29, 2023

percent of students in grades 6-12 actively seek external support for their homework and study needs. Brainly’s Back-to-School survey highlights a growing trend–66.5 With 57 percent expressing concerns about excessive homework, it is evident that students are keen on finding additional resources to aid their academic progress.

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eSchool News

JULY 1, 2020

From its inception two years ago, NASEF has focused on developing a program that taps into students’ excitement around esports, with an emphasis on personal and educational development. The data documents significant positive learning outcomes for high school students because of their participation in NASEF’s scholastic esports program.

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Edsurge

APRIL 15, 2024

High-quality instructional materials (HQIMs) are educational resources designed to effectively support student learning. They can include textbooks, lesson plans, digital resources and other materials carefully crafted to meet the needs of diverse learners and facilitate meaningful learning experiences. She then earned her Ph.D.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 7, 2019

And as I began to research this issue, I discovered that most of the technology investment in educational institutions really doesn’t impact learning engagement for learning outcomes. Can you share an example of an educator using this technology? Why have a laptop policy if there is not software to go with it?

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Faculty Focus

APRIL 2, 2024

Case studies consist of a short narrative followed by guiding questions that help learners think through the steps of solving a real-world problem. apply, analyze, evaluate, create), and have been shown to be an effective way of learning (Lee et al., The drawback is that educators cede control of the experience to the GenAI.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 5, 2018

Research from Macquarie University in Australia demonstrates how, with proper training and professional development, teachers can harness makerspaces and improve teaching and learning outcomes. The study examines how maker activities using 3D design and 3D printing technology could enhance learning and teaching outcomes.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

The eSchool News K-12 Hero Awards recognize the dedicated efforts of education professionals across K-12 departments, including IT, curriculum, instruction and administration. The program received an influx of inspiring nominations that highlight the innovation and selflessness of educators in schools and districts across the nation.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 13, 2024

Aligning solutions with ESSA requirements enables companies to differentiate their solutions and demonstrate positive impact to school districts and educational agencies that prioritize evidence-based interventions. Just 30 percent of online tutoring solutions had evidence that fulfilled the requirements for an ESSA Level III study or better.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

Research from Macquarie University in Australia demonstrates how, with proper training and professional development, teachers can harness makerspaces and improve teaching and learning outcomes. The study examines how maker activities using 3D design and 3D printing technology could enhance learning and teaching outcomes.

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 23, 2022

During these one-on-one sessions, the teacher can personalize the playlist, making the necessary adjustments to ensure the student continues making progress toward learning objectives. Studies in Educational Evaluation , 45 , 17-26. and Timperley, H. The power of feedback. 77, 81–112. doi: 10.3102/003465430298487.

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eSchool News

JUNE 25, 2019

A recent study found that not one school (of 180 surveyed) was able to improve student achievement records without effective school leadership. This research shows a clear connection between skilled school leadership and positive student learning outcomes. What does good school leadership look like in practice?

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eSchool News

AUGUST 18, 2023

NEW YORK – Students are gearing up for the 2023 school year, and new research from Brainly reveals that AI is an integral element in middle and high school students’ academic life – even as educators debate and worry whether the revolutionary technology belongs in the classroom.

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Faculty Focus

APRIL 2, 2024

Case studies consist of a short narrative followed by guiding questions that help learners think through the steps of solving a real-world problem. apply, analyze, evaluate, create), and have been shown to be an effective way of learning (Lee et al., The drawback is that educators cede control of the experience to the GenAI.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

In recent years, K-12 tech innovation news has made it clear that educational technology has become an integral part of classrooms, influencing teaching methodologies, student interactions, and the overall educational landscape. What is one positive effect technology has had on education?

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Eighty-seven percent of educators believe this could be the top area for additional support to address learning losses. Other top causes for learning gaps include mental health and social-emotional struggles (38 percent) and lack of students completing their homework or studying (35 percent).

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Faculty Focus

AUGUST 29, 2024

Interdisciplinary Studies: Breaking Boundaries for Comprehensive Learning Interdisciplinary studies, as an approach to education, research, and problem-solving, break down traditional boundaries between academic fields, encouraging collaboration and integration of knowledge from diverse areas. 2017; Liu et al.,

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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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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 11, 2015

The National Science Foundation has granted $800k to North Carolina State University to use data mining techniques to study the game-based ST Math software program that’s currently used in 2,500 schools across the country. Researchers also aim to shed light on how teachers’ actions and choices influence digital learning in their classrooms.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 6, 2020

As educators, we craft learning experiences based on the pedagogical foundations set by those who came before us. In higher education, the student persistence and retention strategies used by institutions all over the world are built on the seminal works of great theorists such as John H. All of that is now in jeopardy.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 29, 2020

And I know two things for certain: first, many students will go back to in-person learning, but the demand for high-quality online education and shorter, non-degree learning pathways—like boot camps and short courses—will continue to grow as people upskill, reskill and look for greater flexibility in education.

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eSchool News

JUNE 21, 2019

A recent study found that not one school (of 180 surveyed) was able to improve student achievement records without effective school leadership. This research shows a clear connection between skilled school leadership and positive student learning outcomes. What does good school leadership look like in practice?

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Edsurge

JANUARY 5, 2024

Since OpenAI’s ChatGPT became publicly available in November 2022, the field of higher education has been focusing on its impact and applications — faculty want to understand how this will shape their work and the student experience. Our goal is to understand how the patterns of usage shape the interpersonal dynamics of the group members.

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eSchool News

MARCH 28, 2023

According to the latest report from the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), fourth- and eighth-grade students’ math scores declined in both grades in most states—marking the largest score decline since the initial assessments in 1990. To learn more about World Math Day, please visit [link].

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

But is all that money well spent on learning products with proven efficacy in the classroom, or are those billions going toward technology for technology’s sake? With the boom in edtech and so many shiny, new product offerings on the market, it’s essential for educators to select tools they can trust will have a long-term impact on learning.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 21, 2024

Key points: Tutoring programs can be augmented with technology to be extremely cost-effective Enhancing learning through AI and human educators Newark Public Schools considers new AI tutor chatbot for districtwide use For more on AI in education, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Imagine that you’re a tutor.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

GoGuardian, a K-12 EdTech company dedicated to maximizing each student’s learning potential by providing solutions that enable more productive and safer digital learning, today announced a merger with Pear Deck, an award-winning and market-leading student engagement platform.

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Edsurge

MARCH 29, 2021

While we have been able to use these tools in that way, most educators would readily point to what is missing from the current video platforms that could improve online teaching: tools to better facilitate student interactions, including enhanced polling and quizzing features, group work tools, and more.

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Faculty Focus

AUGUST 29, 2024

Interdisciplinary Studies: Breaking Boundaries for Comprehensive Learning Interdisciplinary studies, as an approach to education, research, and problem-solving, break down traditional boundaries between academic fields, encouraging collaboration and integration of knowledge from diverse areas. 2017; Liu et al.,

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

One of the most basic, yet effective, strategies is giving students choice and agency over their learning. Student agency empowers learners to play a more active role in their own education by taking charge of the learning process under the guidance of skilled educators.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 20, 2023

schools are well-positioned to help families get online with low-cost, high-speed internet options through the federal government’s Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), according to a new study from Discovery Education and Comcast. Department of Education and Civic Nation.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

While some still argue that class size doesn’t make a noticeable difference in the quality of education, research has shown that is not the case. Understanding the connection between class size and student achievement, as well as teacher retentions, is critical to the future of our educational system.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 9, 2019

Sexton, an early childhood educator who has been working with infants and toddlers for thirty years. Our “Happy Teacher Project,” funded by the Early Childhood Education Institute and the University of Oklahoma, was launched to fill this void. Oklahoma is a well-known pioneer in the field of early childhood education.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

“A critical finding is that school districts that are meeting the 1 Mbps per student goal are also getting access at a much lower rate than those districts not meeting that benchmark,” said Emily Jordan, Vice President of Education Initiatives, CN. “In Key takeaways from this year’s Connectivity report include: 74 percent of all U.S.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 30, 2024

More than four out of five (82 percent) higher education students have used AI technologies compared to just 58 percent of high school students. “Students want to use AI responsibly, and guidance from educators and administrators, along with the edtech companies building these solutions, can help them.”

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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. Here are three recommendations for school systems to promote equitable access to AI.

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eSchool News

MAY 1, 2023

The 36-high Serenity items also coordinate seamlessly with all other pieces in the brand’s award winning biophilia-inspired Nature View Collection, an industry first in Early Learning furniture.

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