eSchool News

MAY 20, 2024

How to teach with news and media sources For more news on media literacy, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub News literacy skills are of paramount importance in today’s world, and are especially key for students, who must be able to critically assess information sources and vet resources effectively.

Critical Thinking 328

Critical Thinking Students Quizzes Evaluation 328

eSchool News

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Because as times have changed, technology has advanced, and student needs have evolved—so, too, has the role of the librarian. As librarians, our job is to not only give students and teachers access to resources they need to succeed, but to be their guide when choosing these resources. Who is the modern librarian?

Students 325

Students Evaluation Attention Internet 325

eSchool News

MAY 8, 2025

Simultaneously, we’re identifying more students needing support than ever before. I’ve found that group therapy and structured peer interactions, led by experienced therapists, help students develop vital social and behavioral skills.

Schools 236

Schools Special Education Languages Language 236

eSchool News

DECEMBER 5, 2024

AI encourages cheating A common fear is that students will use AI to bypass learning. For example, students can use AI for initial brainstorming or as a tool to refine their writing, requiring them to demonstrate understanding by reflecting on or critiquing AI-generated content. Preparing students for the future AI isn’t going away.

Ethics 332

Ethics Critical Thinking Essay Students 332

Edsurge

MAY 16, 2025

Now, district leaders are reassessing those tools to identify redundancies, reduce costs and prioritize what actually works for students and teachers. The guide breaks down the edtech purchasing cycle into three processes: edtech selection, implementation and evaluation. According to LearnPlatform , U.S.

Evaluation 145

Evaluation Secondary Education Disabilities Feedback 145

Catlin Tucker

MAY 20, 2023

How can formative assessment data help students to develop their metacognitive skills? These informal assessments provide information to the teacher about students’ understanding of the material being covered and the skills being introduced. However, formative assessment data can be useful for teachers and students.

Metacognitive Skills 482

Metacognitive Skills Universal Design Blended Learning Evaluation 482

eSchool News

MAY 5, 2023

Students’ access to opportunities in life largely depends on their access to diverse, supportive relationships. Emerging research from other organizations has strengthened the need to understand just how important relationships and resources are to students, particularly as opportunity gaps grow even wider.

Students 291

Students Evaluation Knowledge Participation 291

eSchool News

JANUARY 25, 2024

During a session at FETC 2024, Tom Murray, Director of Innovation for Future Ready Schools, dove into just what, exactly, makes for the effective use of edtech in supporting student engagement. Simply incorporating a device into the classroom doesn’t mean students will automatically engage with their learning. “A ”

Student Engagement 328

Student Engagement Students Achievement Evaluation 328

eSchool News

JANUARY 11, 2024

Because of the number of stakeholders involved in the IEP development and implementation, student data sets may exist in case files, spreadsheets or several software programs. Educators set goals with students and families annually and then collect information supporting those goals in different ways throughout the year.

Students 268

Students Evaluation Special Education Disabilities 268

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

This introduction explores the significance of fostering digital literacy skills to prepare students for success in the evolving technological landscape. Students and educators alike engage in information literacy, acquiring the ability to critically evaluate online information, conduct research, and discern credible sources.

Ethics 258

Ethics Students Evaluation Communication 258

eSchool News

MARCH 27, 2024

Help is coming, but not necessarily in the ideal way: with ESSER funding running out , districts are re-evaluating the impact and scope of edtech solutions. Evaluating the impact of edtech solutions is a logical thing to do. Easy-to-use, integrated solutions can support student success.

Evaluation 286

Evaluation Feedback Students Achievement 286

eSchool News

JUNE 28, 2024

Instead of forbidding generative AI tools, it’s critical that teachers show students how and when it’s appropriate to use AI in student writing. The bottom line: When students are confident in their writing skills, they will be less tempted to run directly to AI to generate a writing assignment. It’s intimidating.

Writing 328

Writing Essay Plagiarism Assignments 328

eSchool News

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Unlike chess, where playing the game well is the point, education systems need to track students reasoning in order to help students build expertise. Its not about speed or efficiency in arriving at the correct answer; its about nurturing a students comprehension and conceptual understanding. Does the AI think like a student?

Students 302

Students Coaching Intelligence Ethics 302

Catlin Tucker

MAY 18, 2020

The last couple of months have been exhausting on a lot of levels as teachers and students shift to online learning. This is a fun way to close out the year with a student-driven investigation. The goal of this learning cycle is to give students the agency to decide what they want to learn about before the school year officially ends.

Evaluation 545

Evaluation Online Learning Questions Activities 545

Catlin Tucker

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

Why should teachers use rubrics to assess student work? How does using rubrics benefit students? When teachers provide students with the rubric at the start of any assignment or task that will be assessed, the rubric serves as a roadmap. It helps students understand what is expected and how they will be evaluated.

Fairness 545

Fairness Assignments Feedback Evaluation 545

eSchool News

JULY 30, 2024

Key points: Engaging STEAM education tools push students to explore learning Can a data literacy program make science more relatable? I am always on the lookout for STEAM-based resources and tools that engage and inspire my students. The free resources are intuitive, easy to use, and tailored to be turnkey.

STEM 334

STEM Education Critical Thinking Students 334

Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

“I wish I could just focus on one group of students at a time.” Many of the teachers in my life who are teaching two groups of students simultaneously–one group in the classroom and one group online–are exhausted, frustrated, and not feeling particularly effective. Then we design a welcome task. What’s working?

Evaluation 546

Evaluation Feedback Writing Assignments 546

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Unlike chess, where playing the game well is the point, education systems need to track students’ reasoning in order to help students build expertise. It’s not about speed or efficiency in arriving at the correct answer; it’s about nurturing a student’s comprehension and conceptual understanding. Take math, for example.

Students 337

Students Coaching Intelligence Ethics 337

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Our schools must not only impart knowledge to our students but also equip them with the creativity, empathy, and curiosity required to walk into an unpredictable, yet promising, future with unwavering confidence. By fostering a positive school culture, we create an environment where students and staff feel valued and motivated.

Schools 300

Schools Learning Students Knowledge 300

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Key points: Increased student engagement yields better learning outcomes Edtech has a lot of potential to help boost student engagement See related article: With greater access to devices, teachers are folding more tech into instruction As a teacher, I constantly wondered how to get students more engaged in my lessons.

Student Engagement 294

Student Engagement Culture Learning Outcomes Students 294

eSchool News

AUGUST 7, 2024

And a majority of students–70 percent–are concerned about having enough money to purchase the technology needed for college. There is also a concerning new data point: Nearly three quarters of students are worried they won’t be able to pay for the technology they need for college.”

Internet 303

Internet Students Accessibility Study 303

eSchool News

MAY 26, 2025

These students can make meaningful gains when provided with targeted reading intervention strategies tailored to their needs. Delayed readers are students whose reading development lags behind typical age or grade expectations. The term emphasizes potential rather than deficiency (McLeskey et al.,

Disabilities 212

Disabilities Learning Disabilities Reading Motivation 212

eSchool News

APRIL 28, 2025

With a universe of educational applications available, the study highlights how the proliferation of individual, poorly integrated digital tools in many districts is impacting students, parents, teachers, and district leaders. ” This press release originally appeared online. .”

Schools 260

Schools Communication Evaluation Feedback 260

eSchool News

APRIL 6, 2023

– NWEA – a not-for-profit, research and educational services organization serving K-12 students – announced today its new initiative focused on collaborative and immersive education opportunities on Roblox – a global platform bringing millions of people together through shared experiences. PORTLAND, Ore.–

Science 300

Science Students Evaluation Achievement 300

eSchool News

MARCH 27, 2023

Students also need to learn about the processes that scientists use to generate new understandings about the universe. They collect and evaluate data, engage in argumentation, and develop explanations and communicate their findings. Science is more than just a body of knowledge; it is the process of discovering new knowledge.

Science 286

Science Students Knowledge Evaluation 286

Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Why do we sideline students when it comes to assessment? Self-assessment is a powerful strategy that encourages students to become more invested in their learning journeys. It promotes ownership of learning, motivating students to be more engaged, active participants in their education.

Evaluation 428

Evaluation Assignments Failure Discussions 428

eSchool News

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Despite not having access to a dedicated lab space, it was important my students had the opportunity to engage in hands-on, tech-enabled, and real-world learning. It doesn’t have to take a lot of expensive supplies to engage students in hands-on learning–just start with a thermometer or, better yet, a temperature probe!

STEM 306

STEM Learning Science Students 306

eSchool News

JANUARY 5, 2024

Often, these students don’t have access to the same level of resources that are available to general education students. While we have made great strides in how we support students receiving special education services, there are still equity gaps that exist in areas like college and career planning.

Special Education 316

Special Education Education Students Beliefs 316

k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

That vision became AEF Schools , a place designed for students who needed something differenta structured, supportive environment where learning goes beyond textbooks and tests. Operating three campuses in the Davie area, AEF Schools cater to a diverse student population through two Preparatory Programs and one Academy Program.

Skills 144

Skills Schools Learning Students 144

eSchool News

MAY 30, 2025

Key points: Existing AI tools are not bad–theyre just incomplete How will AI impact students biggest challenges? They dont help them go deeper. What would a more intelligent system look like? It wouldnt just deliver facts or correct mistakes. So, what would it actually do for people?

Ethics 182

Ethics Intelligence Feedback Questions 182

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Typically, information presented to students is either qualitative or too broad, such as during parent-teacher conferences or through course grades. In contrast, medical school can overwhelm students with detailed information, like longitudinal reports on multiple-choice question performance throughout the year.

Multiple Choice Questions 276

Multiple Choice Questions Feedback Students History 276

eSchool News

APRIL 25, 2025

The Gems evaluate the uploaded information and offer a review of the district’s current curriculum. Knowing they are covered under our district licenses with Google allows CPS to encourage their use to revolutionize the way we educate our students. What are you using AI for in your school/classroom?

Education 201

Education Quizzes Coaching Special Education 201

eSchool News

MAY 7, 2024

As districts become increasingly more data driven, we need to accept that AI is here to stay and leverage information management solutions to drive student outcomes. This can be crucial for identifying trends, correlations, or factors influencing student performance that might be overlooked by manual analysis.

Students 297

Students Intelligence History Evaluation 297

eSchool News

OCTOBER 30, 2024

PHILADELPHIA – EmpowerU , Catapult Learning’s mental health and resilience solution, today announced the expansion of its Tier 2 programming to further assist schools in supporting students with subclinical mental health needs. The expansion of its Tier 2 suite directly addresses this challenge.

Coaching 265

Coaching Students Achievement Evaluation 265

eSchool News

APRIL 2, 2024

Among these challenges is student mental health. The pandemic has brought about heightened levels of depression, anxiety, and a diminished sense of belonging among students. Surgeon General, the student mental health crisis is unequivocally the defining challenge of our time. According to the U.S.

Science 293

Science Counselling Students Feedback 293

Catlin Tucker

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Understanding what teachers find cognitively engaging in their work can help them 1) evaluate where they are investing their time and energy resources, 2) reflect on whether those tasks are energizing or draining, and 3) make adjustments in their approach to workflows that they find mentally draining.

Blended Learning 535

Blended Learning Teachers Learning Grades 535

Catlin Tucker

MARCH 23, 2022

A teacher’s role as the instructor is a valuable aspect of their work; however, it can consume so much class time that teachers neglect their role as facilitators supporting students as they work. It is in the moments when students are practicing and applying that they encounter obstacles, have questions, and need additional support.

Blended Learning 498

Blended Learning Feedback Learning Instructors 498