eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The landscape of K-12 edtech is dynamic and ever-evolving, reflecting a commitment to preparing students for the demands of the 21st century through innovative technological approaches. What are the 8 trends in education technology that will have a major impact in 2024? What has been a trend in education in recent years?

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Reading fluency the ability to read accurately, automatically and with appropriate expression remains a critical yet often overlooked component of literacy development. According to the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), 68 percent of U.S. students are not reading at proficient levels.

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eSchool News

JULY 19, 2023

Dallas, TX (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Istation, a leader in educational technology, announced today that the West Virginia Department of Education has selected Istation as a K-3 formative assessment for literacy, numeracy, and indicators of dyslexia selection criteria.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 21, 2024

Like, if someone's talking to me and I'm reading a book, I wouldn't hear them,” says Aylynn, an eighth grader in Pendergast Elementary District in Phoenix, Arizona. Her words describe the transformative power of reading — a skill that, unlike spoken language, humans are not naturally hardwired to master.

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Edsurge

APRIL 17, 2024

Over the past few years, more literacy tools have been using generative AI, either to accelerate children’s reading proficiency or to stimulate more reading interest. Using speech recognition technology to listen to a child read and using AI to offer feedback can be helpful as long as the technology is based on science-backed design.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 4, 2024

For dyslexic students, the traditional educational system–often reliant on heavy reading loads and conventional assessments–can be particularly overwhelming. It impairs a person’s ability to read and process written text, which can lead to struggles with comprehension, confidence, and academic achievement.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Each year, we share our 10 most-read stories. This year’s 10th most-read story focuses on engaging AR and VR tools to use in the classroom. Not surprisingly, many of this year’s Top 10 focused on student engagement and online or hybrid learning strategies related to pandemic teaching.

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eSchool News

JULY 27, 2022

There are a variety of reading and math apps and websites that cater to gamification, and even provide the opportunity for differentiation. Let’s start off with reading apps and websites. The gamification aspect comes in when students receive stars for reading the book, listening to the book, and taking the quiz.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 29, 2025

Despite some improvements notably in fourth-grade math the national results were pockmarked by widening gaps in student performance and declines in reading scores, including the largest share of eighth graders who did not meet basic reading proficiency in the assessments history. Troubling Gaps The results come at a tense time.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 27, 2024

BOSTON In 2024, more than 2,600 districts, schools, and state departments purchased or renewed licenses to Lexia Aspire Professional Learning or the Lexia LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) professional learning programs. Strength of reading is so important. It tells teachers what were looking for.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 11, 2022

The ability to read–and read well–sets kids on a path to success. That’s why at Cambridge School, we focus on helping students with learning differences learn how to read. Each year our students make notable fluency gains, with many reading at or above grade level by the end of 8th grade or sooner.

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eSchool News

APRIL 7, 2023

The company had a particularly strong showing in the 2023 EdTech Awards , where its Phonics, Reading, and MeÔ was a finalist in the Literacy/Reading Solution category and the company’s Get Set for SchoolÒ won its category and was named the “Best Early Childhood/Kindergarten-Readiness Solution.”Adding

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 17, 2023

For example, the developers of reading improvement software are focused on building a product that delivers measurable improvements to student reading speed and comprehension. In typical software design and manufacturing, the focus is on the product’s reason for being. The security of the software and its user data are an afterthought.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

But as educators know well, access to technology alone doesn’t create educational equity –a theory proven by recent testing data: Across the country, nearly one-third of students returned to school in the fall below grade level in reading and math despite the widespread use of education technology by districts in the spring.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

10, 2022) – Renaissance , the global leader in pre-K–12 education technology, is honored to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the community reading initiative Read on myON , a first-of-its-kind partnership between Renaissance and Hillsborough County Public Schools. Bloomington, Minn.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Overcoming the pronounced academic setbacks characterizing the COVID slide will challenge STEM educators for years to come. High impact learning losses are predicted for foundational skills in math and reading as early as third grade, placing future success in STEM areas on shaky ground.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Knowing this, we opted to pilot the Lexia Core5 Reading adaptive blended learning literacy program a few years ago. Our initial goal was to improve the reading support we offered students based on their literacy data, specifically in the area of foundational skills. Easy access to valuable data.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

In this week’s Innovations in Education , hosted by Kevin Hogan: Educator retention hinges on these 3 things E-rate spending reveals schools’ tech evolution New report: Equity, Cybersecurity Top List of State Education Technology Priorities.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

It comprises the whole world of computer-aided education and training, along with the use of digital tools and resources. There are numerous advantages to educational technology. Efficient reading is best for some students to gain knowledge, while others rely more on audio visual materials.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

This year’s Future of Education Technology Conference landed in New Orleans, and the conference was abuzz with post-pandemic learning recovery tools, solutions to promote equity among students and parents, strategies for digital access, student mental health, social and emotional learning tools, and more.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 31, 2023

BOSTON – Clark County School District (CCSD) in Nevada, has made Lexia LETRS ® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) professional learning programs available to most elementary schools in the district with a plan to continue expanding the program to additional elementary and early childhood teachers and administrators.

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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.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 31, 2023

Charlotte, NC — Discovery Education , a global education technology company backed by Clearlake Capital Group, L.P. together with its affiliates, “Clearlake”), today announced it has agreed to acquire DreamBox Learning® , a PK-12 education technology provider serving more than 6 million students and 600,000 educators nationwide.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

5, 2025) Lexia Aspire Professional Learning , a science of reading-based professional learning solution from Lexia , a Cambium Learning Group brand , has been awarded the International Dyslexia Association (IDA) Accreditation Seal. BOSTON (Feb. Aspire will be eligible for reaccreditation in 2030.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 23, 2022

Hundreds of schools, ranging from Boston Public to the small coastal town of Ipswich and the diverse city of Brockton, used Lexia’s literacy offerings to help learners read and speak with confidence. Cambium Learning® Group is the education essentials company, providing award-winning education technology and services for K-12 markets.

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Catlin Tucker

MAY 4, 2024

I was thrilled when these two inspiring educators provided me with an early copy of their book and asked if I would read it and write the forward. I also field a lot of questions from elementary teachers who are curious about how they can integrate technology into their lessons in a meaningful and developmentally appropriate way.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 1, 2020

By the mid-1950s, schools would adopt localized, attached libraries in which librarians are considered qualified teachers, educating both students and instructors. Because of these dramatic changes to the world of education, the expectations and responsibilities of school library faculty have understandably seen a dramatic shift as well.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 16, 2021

16, 2021) – Lexia® Learning, a Cambium Learning® Group company, announced today that all schools throughout Alabama can now boost literacy instruction via LETRS® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) professional learning. BOSTON (Aug. The most important factor in student success is the teacher,” said Gaehde.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

The program received an influx of inspiring nominations that highlight the innovation and selflessness of educators in schools and districts across the nation. Read about 10 more finalists here !) Read about the three 2023 winners here. The improvements in student reading abilities were immediate and impactful.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2024

I also plan to use the funds to increase my high interest, low reading level chapter book collection. My students are excited about reading and love coming to the library, however many are still growing as readers. Lexia has been leading the science of reading revolution for 40 years, said Gaehde.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Abigail Beran, a fifth grade teacher enrolled in a masters program in education technology, knows that her students are more likely to engage in an educational activity when it is gamified–and that they’re even more likely to do so when the activity is gamified with technology.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Read about the three 2023 winners here. With his transformative efforts, Mr. Hatcher has propelled Akron Public Schools to the forefront of educational excellence, becoming a shining example of how innovative education technologies can truly make a difference in students’ lives. reading intervention program.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 17, 2022

Bloomington, MN (August 17, 2022) – Renaissance , a global leader in pre-K–12 education technology, is pleased to introduce a powerful new connection between its industry-leading Star Assessments and Nearpod platforms to accelerate learning in the 2022–2023 school year. About Renaissance.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 17, 2025

Customer motivation is at the heart of everything we do to provide the best accessible learning and reading experiences for learners of all ages. This recognition is more validation that our products continue to break barriers and reach new heights in education, and we are thrilled to receive such an honor.

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eSchool News

JULY 4, 2022

As an Instructional Technology Coach in Georgetown County, South Carolina, I have the amazing opportunity to work closely with teachers and students as they use educational technology in meaningful ways. . It is clear that COVID-19 has changed how teachers use educational technologies to support teaching and learning.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Read aloud: In preschool classrooms, read-aloud sessions play a vital role in daily learning. To support these skills, we need engaging tools that make learning to read enjoyable. Over the past five years, I have utilized an interactive whiteboard to enhance my read-aloud sessions. Technology and Young Children.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

Ten years ago, when we began building equitable, offline-first education technology for the 2/3 of the world who didn’t have internet access, many people told us to just wait and the gap would close naturally. There is a clear need for science-driven curriculum, and the thoughtful implementation of emerging technologies.

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