k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

Whether its reinforcing math concepts, improving reading comprehension, or learning a new language, these resources make learning more engaging and effective. Building Emotional Resilience and Social Confidence AEF Schools understand that academic success is just one part of a students overall development.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 23, 2025

Keep students engaged with a collection of fun debate topics and “would you rather” questions for high school students that they’ll enjoy talking about. 6 An interactive set of Google Slides introduces students to the basics of speech and debate in class. Music and art are as valuable as math and science.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 10, 2018

Here’s some of what we saw: Math. Math games have grown by leaps in the past six years. Among those at this year’s Expo: Researchers at the University of Oregon showed off Numbershire and KinderTek , two math games for young children that teach foundational skills with illustrations and evidence-based practices.

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Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 29, 2020

” Most teachers include some form of the word “engagement” in their answers. So, it makes sense that teachers are frustrated when they feel like students are not engaging. The pandemic is presenting new barriers to student engagement, most obviously the lack of physical proximity.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

There are a number of ways to make math more collaborative and fun, including shifting the emphasis from procedures to discourse, embracing game-based learning, and using data to continually adapt tools to students’ needs. Engaging students in discourse through an inquiry-based approach is a process.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Instead of asking for the usual feedback on curriculum, I posed a different question. Here are the passionate and clear responses educators provided when I asked, “What does your ideal math curriculum look like?” To see an example of people not knowing the “why” behind math, ask an adult why subtracting a negative is adding a positive.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

In recent years, the focus in math education has shifted from the traditional priority of answering the problem to one of understanding and articulating the process. This has been accompanied by a growing demand for educators to provide quality feedback in a timely manner. Math is moving away from “kill and drill.”

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 29, 2020

As educators across the country work tirelessly to provide engaging lessons in new and ever-changing environments, there are still understandable concerns about low student engagement, low teacher morale , and a lack of professional development to meet teacher and students’ needs.

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eSchool News

APRIL 25, 2023

Together, these new enhancements drive deeper student engagement and offer even greater support to educators. Featuring short videos in English and Spanish that are paired with ready-to-use instructional activities, this exciting new content brings compelling natural science phenomena alive for students.   Randomized questions.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 5, 2021

Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Education Agency (TEA) today announced that a supplemental K-5 math computer program will be made available to school systems through TEA’s Texas Home Learning 3.0 (THL program and ensure access to dynamic learning opportunities for students across the state.” initiative. Like other THL 3.0

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Artificial intelligence holds significant potential to address key challenges in education, particularly in enhancing student engagement and facilitating personalized learning. AI's ability to provide instantaneous, tailored feedback can revolutionize how educators evaluate and enhance academic performance.

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 25, 2024

Complex Problem Solving: Tasks that involve higher-order thinking and problem-solving, such as math word problems, scientific experiments, or coding projects, often require different amounts of time for students to analyze, understand, and solve. These cognitively challenging tasks will require more time for some students.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

A couple of weeks ago during a coaching session, a middle school teacher I work with described a fun math activity. She asked her students who were learning remotely to build blanket forts. As you might expect, the students calculated the area, perimeter and volumes of their forts.

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Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Maybe you were curled up by the fire, reading a good book, and perhaps considering how you were going to integrate feedback, change up your courses, and add some jazz, flavor, and maybe a little bit of spice to your courses. I also practice flexibility with regard to due dates, topic assignments, and how students engage with course content.

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eSchool News

MARCH 29, 2025

Florida Virtual School (FLVS) is partnering with the University of Florida (UF) and the Concord Consortium to introduce a groundbreaking year-long Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Math supplemental certification for FLVS middle and high school students enrolled in the schools Flex option.

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eSchool News

MARCH 31, 2025

The NEA encourages teachers to bring physical activity into the classroom by incorporating brain breaks in students daily routines or taking classroom activities outside. When they are engaged, they retain what they learn. Its the idea that tech is being used as a tool to deliver fun, engaging instruction. Start small.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 11, 2021

He ultimately helped 50 schools across Nova Scotia implement Unruly Splats to code and play games during in-person and remote learning and across subject areas including PE, math, and music. – Find ways to integrate the same learning tools in a cross-curricular manner to drive more student engagement and teacher buy-in.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 5, 2017

: Using this game-based online learning platform, students can work individually or with a small group on any device to respond to questions related to our class content. is an excellent way to increase student engagement and promote excitement for learning, because students are highly motivated by the game-based component.

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Math Teachers Feedback Motivation 186

eSchool News

MAY 15, 2024

But it’s not all bad–educators found success as they dedicated their efforts to improving student engagement and achievement, creating community-based approaches to learning, and inspiring students to become lifelong learners. Some of my favorite ways include using video for self-reflection and for peer feedback.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 29, 2025

When a student struggles with math anxiety or needs encouragement after a tough day, they need more than algorithmic responses–they need human connection. The technology is especially great at automating routine tasks like grading multiple-choice tests, checking grammar, or organizing student data.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 10, 2025

For example, before a math test, I create a Quizizz game with problems covering the key concepts. Students answer the questions, and the leaderboard keeps them excited without putting too much pressure on anyone. Students answer questions to earn virtual money, which they can use to buy upgrades or power-ups.

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Gamification Multiple Choice Questions Motivation Social Studies 300

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

/PRNewswire/ — IXL , the award-winning personalized learning platform used by more than 15 million students, is proud to strengthen its partnership with Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS), the largest public school district in Maryland. Additionally, IXL offers a wealth of instructional resources that keep students engaged.

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eSchool News

MARCH 17, 2025

Digital tools, once mainly supplementary for many schools, became essential for delivering lessons, facilitating communication, and maintaining student engagement. This overnight pivot also exposed inequities in technology access, highlighting a digital divide among students from different socioeconomic backgrounds that persists today.

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eSchool News

JULY 22, 2024

In a virtual setting, it becomes even more critical to find tools that keep these students engaged and provide the support they need. Benefits of using Classkick in special education Classkick’s real-time feedback feature is particularly valuable for special education. Classkick’s instant feedback feature played a crucial role.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Thinglink : Although Thinglink keeps most of the learning activity in the digital realm, it is a great resource for teachers to use to increase student engagement. I also love how the quiz feature automatically provides feedback and tracks student progress to make it easier to monitor and adjust.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Research shows fewer students are starting the year prepared for math and ELA, fewer are on target to learn to read, and there are more gaps in phonics, and sophisticated math skill comprehension. The app empowers students and teachers to create, share, and even inhabit virtual environments.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Everywhere you look, the data backs it up: Eighty-one percent of superintendents agree that student behavioral concerns are worse now than before the pandemic, with 35 percent saying the situation has gotten significantly worse. ( EAB, 2023 ) Eighty percent of educators are worried about student engagement.

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Technology Gamification Multiple Choice Questions Intelligence 305

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Let’s be up front about the fact that student engagement requires more than edtech tools. Teachers are ultimately the key to resurrecting student engagement levels. Modern students don’t want to read generic texts about things that happened 10 or 20 years ago. Many believe it’s still possible.

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Technology Gamification Multiple Choice Questions Intelligence 294

eSchool News

APRIL 8, 2025

Allowing students to explore and actively engage with real-world phenomena sparks curiosity, deepens understanding, and levels the playing field for learners with diverse needs and experiences. Why hands-on STEM learning works Research shows experiential learning is a powerful way to keep students engaged in STEM.

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eSchool News

MAY 28, 2024

It can also assist teachers with tasks such as planning lessons, tailoring instruction, creating texts and images, and providing recommendations on what students could work on next. Khanmigo was launched last year in grades 5-8 and used in core content areas, which are typically math, reading, writing, and science, according to the district.

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Schools Math Testing Intelligence 267

Catlin Tucker

MAY 13, 2024

Instead of talking at kids, teachers can facilitate differentiated direct instruction, guide practice, facilitate small group discussions, and provide real-time feedback. The reciprocal teaching strategy is one of my favorite ways to drive student engagement around media and provide peer support as they engage with information!

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Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 23, 2024

This dual approach ensures that all students receive consistent, targeted attention, maximizing opportunities for growth and understanding. Example: Two Teacher-Led Stations – Both Differentiated Math Standard: CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.7.EE.B.3

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Richard Labbe Johnston County Public Schools Nominated by: Savvas Learning Company While recent statistics from NAEP (The Nation’s Report Card) show significant declines in math scores across the country, Johnston County Public Schools in North Carolina has defied that trend. After one year of using enVision, Johnston County saw real growth.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 14, 2024

Many whiteboards also allow you to work online with other collaborators and teachers in real-time and get instant feedback. There are also many games that allow your students to play and learn on the computer. Programs like Prodigy Math Game help kids to stay engaged as they learn essential arithmetic lessons.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Through the strategic integration of these innovative technologies, Akron Public Schools has witnessed significant improvement in student engagement and academic growth. By creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere, Mr. Hatcher has empowered students from all walks of life to unlock their full potential.

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Education Math Reading Secondary Education 290

eSchool News

AUGUST 24, 2017

MENLO PARK, CA [August 24, 2017] — Open Up Resources, the nonprofit provider of openly licensed curriculum for K–12 schools, has released its first openly licensed core program, the Illustrative Mathematics 6–8 Math curriculum. Districts interested in Illustrative Mathematics 6–8 Math can visit im.openupresources.org.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 10, 2024

To help them get to work with confidence, teachers can make screen recordings of instructions or procedures for students to follow or refer back to as needed.

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