eSchool News

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

Digital learning tools are invaluable when they’re used by confident educators. In fact, when used appropriately, digital and mobile learning resources engage students–and they can even help boost achievement. Here, 13 educators share snapshots of the digital learning tools they’re using in their classrooms.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 3, 2023

LEXINGTON, Kentucky — IXL , the personalized learning platform used by more than 14 million students, has announced a new partnership with Fayette County Public Schools (FCPS) in Kentucky. IXL is an immersive learning tool that helps students master content at school, on-the-go and at home.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 12, 2016

Across the nation, school districts are investing in one-to-one computing programs and supplying digital devices for their students to use as learning tools. While these tools can be very empowering, giving each child a device isn’t enough to close the digital opportunity gap that exists between students of varying economic means.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 22, 2024

“The Pear Deck Learning ecosystem now makes it easier than ever for educators to leverage GoGuardian’s learning products to drive positive student outcomes, and Google is proud to continue partnering with GoGuardian on delivering these solutions to classrooms everywhere.”

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eSchool News

JUNE 7, 2022

states with the highest number of digital books accessed: Texas, New York, Wisconsin, Colorado and Massachusetts World languages: 18 percent of the 100 million checkouts were non-English titles. The company’s student reading app, Sora , provides every student with access to the right books.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Features of Twig Science Nevada include: An easy-to-use digital platform that can be used standalone or with existing learning management systems; Video and imagery from world-renowned sources; A range of support and bite-size professional learning tools for teachers; Built-in special needs and English learner support; Cross-curricular integration (..)

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eSchool News

MAY 31, 2019

Fuel Education’s Transformation Awards recognize schools, districts or organizations that are successfully transforming education, the way teachers teach, and how students learn. The awards highlight seven exemplary programs from Fuel Education’s partner school districts.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 9, 2020

Through this partnership, all 33 schools in the district will use IXL to supplement math, English language arts, science and social studies instruction. The district is home to eight National Blue Ribbon Schools and serves a large bilingual and English language learner population.

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eSchool News

MARCH 23, 2023

MONTREAL – Paper , the leading Educational Support System (ESS), today announced that it has acquired Readlee, an innovative learning tool that uses artificial intelligence (AI) and speech recognition technology to help students improve their reading skills. Learn more or request a demo at paper.co. states and Canada.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 28, 2024

On the student use end, AIs have demonstrated subtle racism in the form of a dialect prejudice : students using African American Vernacular English (AAVE) may find that the AIs they communicate with offer them less favorable recommendations than their peers. For humans, we recommend anti-bias practices to overcome these perceptions.

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eSchool News

MARCH 5, 2024

Using AI, Duolingo is able to provide access to high-quality education in places where students don’t have access to good schools and teachers, and enables students to certify their English proficiency in places where accessing test centers is either challenging, or impossible. The company is fully committed to using AI for good.

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eSchool News

MARCH 18, 2024

But for multilingual students like me whose native language is not English, the math classroom can be a daunting place. Utilizing digital learning tools to help improve and support meaningful student participation in math discussions is a key way to bridge this gap. It should be joyful. I’m a first-generation Dominican American.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Bringing career readiness and academic support together in one place means students have the tools to discover the “why” behind their education—then get the learning support they need to accomplish their goals,” Belstering added. states and Canada. Paper employs more than 2000 educators and tutors nationwide.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

who speak English as a second language and may require tailored English instruction and social support, Britannica Education is stepping up to the challenge. Structured Learning Pathways: High-quality exercises that build deep understanding and proficiency in English. CHICAGO With U.S. Students in the U.S.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 18, 2022

Our secondary reading intervention teachers are excited about using Sora’s digital library to support and develop literacy in their English classes,” stated Javier Hernandez, ELA TOSA at Montebello Unified School District in California. Build a professional development collection accessible to teachers only.

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eSchool News

JUNE 1, 2017

Stories are powerful instructional tools , and as humans, our brains are wired to respond to them. Storytelling, which can teach us about ourselves, about possibilities, and about culture, is such a powerful learning tool that it is even being used to teach robots. The Story Behind the Story.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 5, 2021

Due to the conceptual nature of the program, it limits written language and builds strong conceptual understanding of math—which can help all students, particularly English Language Learners (ELLs). No matter where the student engages in learning, ST Math has proven effective at keeping meaningful math learning happening for students.

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eSchool News

MAY 21, 2024

This was right about the time a leading literacy vendor was rolling out its new literacy program for struggling adolescent readers, so the following year I decided to integrate that program into our English curriculum.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 16, 2025

AI, digital learning tools, and personalized supports have become central to the classroom. With 2025 barely in its infancy, educators are looking to new technologies and strategies to meet the needs of students.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Wyzant tutors serve learners of all ages and backgrounds, offering in-depth guidance on topics including English, language arts, physics, calculus, coding, LSAT test prep, music and more. . We’re excited to welcome Wyzant’s talented team to IXL and build a strong partnership rooted in a love of learning,” said Paul Mishkin, CEO of IXL. .

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eSchool News

JULY 22, 2021

In addition, the collection features ebooks and audiobooks in languages other than English, including translated books and authentic texts from native speakers. OverDrive Education offers the industry’s largest catalog of ebooks, audiobooks and streaming video for 48,000 K-12 schools worldwide. www.overdrive.com/schools.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 28, 2024

Imagine a classroom with students deeply engaged in their lessons, eagerly solving math problems and exploring English skills through fun digital games. Their excitement is evident as they face challenges and earn rewards, turning traditional learning into an adventure. Last year, over 3.6

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eSchool News

JANUARY 28, 2021

It uses a curated collection of compelling, nonfiction podcasts and stories from National Public Radio and other trusted sources, paired with learning tools and comprehension assessments, to engage students while advancing their literacy skills.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 29, 2022

Educators can use this model – as well as many other cost-effective models in the OverDrive Marketplace – with required reading for English language arts, history, social science and other classes, as well as for all-school required reads and literature circles. . Sora was named one of TIME ’s Best Inventions of 2019.

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Edsurge

JULY 13, 2022

“Shakespeare wrote with a particular sort of space in mind, a particular sort of theater,” says Stephen Wittek, project director of Shakespeare-VR and an assistant professor of English at Carnegie Mellon University. The creators of both systems also share the belief that acting out a scene from a play is a natural form of active learning.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 27, 2025

However, the real power lies in using student-created podcasts as a project based learning opportunity. Creating podcasts has also been shown to improve reading, writing, and listening skills, while promoting student engagement and collaboration, according to Besser, Blackwell, & Saenz (2022).

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

UWorld , the worldwide leader in online learning to prepare for high-stakes exams, today announced the launch of AP ® (Advanced Placement ® ) Learning Tools , a new College Readiness solution to help educators enhance instruction, improve student performance, and effectively prepare for AP exams. Pemmasani, M.D.,

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eSchool News

APRIL 16, 2025

Key points: Tech tools can create more engaging and effective learning experiences A critical shift in digital instruction in 2025 How multimedia and interactive tech transform engagement For more news on digital tools, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub In 2010, I began my teaching career as a high school English teacher.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

In my first-grade classroom, a third of my students were learning English as a second language. Though my English learners were the initial reason I starting using closed-captioning on videos, I soon realized that students with special needs also benefited. Next page: Learn how to make your classroom more accessible).

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Edsurge

JULY 11, 2022

I have found the same course direct with some Lumen English materials. I will not be recommending that material to my English instructors any more if it's hosted on the Course Hero domain." Message in an OER Google Group. It’s a complaint that Course Hero has heard before.

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 28, 2021

In their new book, Teaching for Deeper Learning: Tools to Engage Students in Meaning Making , my friend, Jay McTighe , and his co-author, Harvey Silver , write about an active reading strategy that encourages students to engage with texts before, during, and after reading. This strategy activates thinking throughout a reading task.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Students will collaborate with tutors after school and on weekends in Wyzant’s free online learning tool. The tool creates a space for students to work with tutors face-to-face through video chat and an interactive whiteboard for solving problems. About IXL Learning.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

Another paid offering, an English proficiency exam for higher-ed admissions, has seen a 15-times growth in the number of test takers this year, with countries like India driving this business. According to a company official, Duolingo currently has around 40 million monthly active users, and over 1 million subscribers who pay $6.99

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eSchool News

JANUARY 13, 2016

Educators are increasing integration and creative adoption by using popular digital content in a variety of innovative ways, including using digital novel sets for English language arts classes. The Book Thief, The Giver among most popular digital novels in schools. “The Book Thief” (Random House Children’s Books).

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Edsurge

AUGUST 17, 2020

Follow Felix’s Classroom on Twitter @KFelixKinder My students were already asking to type on the computer, so they started typing sentences in Word and using the Immersive Reader learning tool within the program.

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eSchool News

MAY 20, 2021

The legislation defines allowable uses for ESF, including “activities that address unique needs of low-income children or students, children with disabilities, English learners, racial and ethnic minorities, students experiencing homelessness, and foster care youths.”. Sora was named one of TIME ’s Best Inventions of 2019.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 9, 2018

Microsoft Learning Tools Enhance Accessibility. Have you heard of Microsoft Learning Tools? A recently added feature to this tool is a picture dictionary, which can help students with the meanings of unknown words.

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