eSchool News

JULY 7, 2025

One of the first things we noticed was a pocket of students who weren’t making progress on foundational literacy skills at the elementary level. We received data based on grade-level academic standard assumptions instead of the individualized foundational literacy skills students needed. Our next steps will be equally exciting.

Counselling 283

Counselling English Disabilities Achievement 283

k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

With small class sizes, individualized instruction, and a focus on executive functioning, social-emotional growth, and life skills, AEF offers a unique educational experience tailored to each students needs. These platforms allow students to practice skills at their own pace while giving teachers real-time insights into their progress.

Skills 137

Skills Schools Learning Students 137

Faculty Focus

JUNE 26, 2025

Rather than using AI as a shortcut to complete assignments, students must develop strong prompting skills that enhance their analytical and problem-solving abilities. AI prompting helps students refine their problem-solving skills by encouraging them to iterate on their inquiries and seek deeper insights.

Critical Thinking 69

Critical Thinking Skills Ethics Academic Integrity 69

k12 Digest

MAY 19, 2025

Practical Strategies for Classroom Application The research consistently tells us that the application of brain-based learning principles leads to increased academic achievement, better behavior, development of appropriate social-emotional skills, and increased motivation. Lets examine a few examples from the research.

Science 247

Science Education Motivation Lecturing 247

eSchool News

JUNE 26, 2025

In the eighth grade, he started working on a math program that uses AI to provide just-in-time feedback and contextual hints. Math anxiety can stem from a variety of factors, such as fear of failure, gaps in prior knowledge, negative feedback, or societal stereotypes. Hints can also help students who have a fear of math.

Math 179

Math Metacognitive Skills Motivation Knowledge 179

eSchool News

MAY 20, 2025

Whether you are mastering a skill for work, learning to cook, or training for a marathon, you adjust your pace based on progress–not the ticking of a clock. In this model, students move forward when they have demonstrated mastery of a skill or concept, not when the bell rings or the calendar flips to June.

Learning 278

Learning Art Fairness Critical Thinking 278

eSchool News

JUNE 11, 2025

In today’s world, where misinformation is rampant and digital literacy is more important than ever, students must also develop the critical thinking skills to evaluate sources and identify truth. Students, in turn, build literacy skills in context, rather than treating reading as an isolated subject.

Language 279

Language Languages English Math 279

eSchool News

JULY 8, 2025

This tool is especially powerful for developing creativity and communication skills. Furthermore, it’s a powerful tool for developing literacy skills and content knowledge in a way that resonates with children across grade levels and learning styles. The platform lets you filter texts by grade, Lexile level, or topic.

Quizzes 162

Quizzes Social Studies Learning Students 162

Faculty Focus

JUNE 22, 2025

It fosters social responsibility, strong intellectual and practical skills, and the ability to think critically to apply knowledge in real-world settings, combining general education with specialized study (Barker, 2000). This knowledge is deepened by engaging with significant, both contemporary and enduring, real-world problems.

Art 114

Art Curriculum Interdisciplinary Teaching 114

eSchool News

MAY 7, 2025

One might assume that the most desirable skills for someone entering a STEM field would be things like vast scientific knowledge or a laser-like attention to detail. I especially like using it for collaborative timelines, maps, and peer feedback. Ive wondered about this myself on a few occasions.

STEM 248

STEM Students Feedback Knowledge 248

eSchool News

JUNE 18, 2025

They’ll memorize elaborate lore, master mechanics, mimic skills, and explain them to others—all without being assigned a single worksheet. These rankings don’t just provide feedback—they confer identity. It can also help students design their learning journeys, generate creative ideas, or receive iterative feedback on their work.

Motivation 282

Motivation Learning Students Achievement 282

eSchool News

JUNE 3, 2025

We argue that learning to write in a high perplexity, bursty way that is still linguistically correct is an advanced language skill that [only] comes from experience with the language. Individually, the five experts ranged in effectiveness from 97.3 percent to 59.3

Study 293

Study Language Languages Writing 293

k12 Digest

JULY 1, 2025

This approach aligns with research on how students develop passion, purpose, and essential skills for college success and workplace engagement. We use clear rubrics, reflective feedback, and skill progression models that prioritize growth over grades. That’s why we focus on competency-based assessment.

Learning 130

Learning Critical Thinking History Secondary Education 130

k12 Digest

MAY 15, 2025

These AI-powered assistants serve as perpetually available guides, providing instant feedback, adaptive challenges, and personalised pathways through educational content. Unlike traditional educational models, where feedback loops stretch across days or weeks, virtual tutors close these loops in seconds.

Education 150

Education Learning Knowledge Feedback 150

eSchool News

JUNE 17, 2025

Next, test some small changes Key Action: Pilot changes and gather feedback from students and educators A current partner school that is focusing on cell phone policies this school year is taking a deliberately slow approach to developing a policy. Student librarians help monitor and gather feedback.

Schools 188

Schools Students Feedback Participation 188

eSchool News

APRIL 24, 2025

And that made it harder to help new teachers grow their own skills when they asked for help. For me, it took authentic practice and constant feedback from experienced birders. My birding skills improved by moving beyond my backyard, to lakeshores and prairies and thickets. That was until I got into birdwatching.

Classroom Management 179

Classroom Management Coaching Feedback Teaching 179

k12 Digest

JUNE 23, 2025

This helped them apply knowledge, develop communication skills, and see themselves as active citizens. I also ensure that each lesson cycle includes opportunities for self-reflection, peer feedback, and goal-setting, using simple digital tools like Padlet, ClassPoint, or collaborative slides.

Interdisciplinary 144

Interdisciplinary Learning Feedback Culture 144

Faculty Focus

JUNE 22, 2025

It fosters social responsibility, strong intellectual and practical skills, and the ability to think critically to apply knowledge in real-world settings, combining general education with specialized study (Barker, 2000). This knowledge is deepened by engaging with significant, both contemporary and enduring, real-world problems.

Art 97

Art Curriculum Interdisciplinary Teaching 97

Faculty Focus

JULY 13, 2025

The critical thinking model developed by Dr. Richard Paul and Dr. Linda Elder is pragmatic and fosters the critical thinking skills needed to navigate AI. Determining fact from fiction will be a skill that dedicated educators will train their students to harness in the work they complete.

Critical Thinking 98

Critical Thinking Intelligence Education Learning 98

eSchool News

JUNE 18, 2025

Tools like NoRedInk can help reduce the planning load for teachers while providing students with structured opportunities to continue developing their writing skills. We’ve learned to adjust by narrowing our focus to the skills that matter most, finding creative ways to engage families, and advocating more boldly for what students need.

Schools 238

Schools Motivation Science Teaching 238

eSchool News

JULY 2, 2025

These improvements broaden DreamBox Reading’s coverage to support all PreK-5 learners and expand educators’ abilities to develop students’ foundational skills and confidence in reading through personalized instruction. This adaptivity ensures that students are met where they are with just-right instruction and fun activities.

Reading 130

Reading Education Intelligence Schools 130

k12 Digest

MAY 19, 2025

Practical Strategies for Classroom Application The research consistently tells us that the application of brain-based learning principles leads to increased academic achievement, better behavior, development of appropriate social-emotional skills, and increased motivation. Lets examine a few examples from the research.

Science 130

Science Education Motivation Lecturing 130

Faculty Focus

MAY 4, 2025

I provide specific deadlines for initial contributions and peer feedback to maintain momentum. In our next class, I address the most common questions, creating a feedback loop that keeps everyone engaged. This approach not only reinforces learning but also develops critical thinking skills that serve students well beyond our course.

Active Learning 65

Active Learning Activities Learning Minute Papers 65

Edsurge

JULY 10, 2025

The Center on Inclusive Technology and Education Systems (CITES) encourages technology leaders to define an inclusive technology vision, gather community feedback and define shared roles before diving into tool selection. Pilot with equity in mind: Collect feedback specifically from multilingual learners and families.

Culture 137

Culture Multidisciplinary Evaluation English 137

eSchool News

JULY 15, 2025

From personalized graduation plans to real-time feedback tools and expanded course options, the Cognia team saw what we see every day, which is students being supported in ways that help them grow, stay engaged, and take ownership of their learning.” (LRN) is redefining lifelong learning with innovative, high-quality education solutions.

Education 152

Education STEM Feedback Curriculum 152

Faculty Focus

JULY 1, 2025

AI-enabled systems such as adaptive learning platforms, chatbots, and generative tools like ChatGPT can provide students with on-demand explanations, simulate peer discussions, offer low-stakes quizzes, and give instant feedback. Lastly, student feedback should be incorporated into the design and refinement of flipped classroom practices.

Critical Thinking 88

Critical Thinking Student Engagement Lecturing Quizzes 88

Faculty Focus

JULY 1, 2025

AI-enabled systems such as adaptive learning platforms, chatbots, and generative tools like ChatGPT can provide students with on-demand explanations, simulate peer discussions, offer low-stakes quizzes, and give instant feedback. Lastly, student feedback should be incorporated into the design and refinement of flipped classroom practices.

Critical Thinking 94

Critical Thinking Student Engagement Lecturing Quizzes 94

eSchool News

JUNE 25, 2025

Otus earned the certification by demonstrating how its product team consistently partners with K-12 educators to guide product design, test new features, and provide direct feedback that shapes future updates. This approach not only reflects the authentic needs of teachers, administrators, and students—it drives better outcomes.

Coaching 130

Coaching Testing Feedback Achievement 130

Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 24, 2025

Incorrect answers or misleading feedback may create confusion or lower academic performance. Over-reliance on AI could lead to gaps in fundamental skills, as students may not critically engage with the material. Feedback from students with different needs can help identify accessibility gaps.

Disabilities 139

Disabilities Ethics Schools Plagiarism 139

Faculty Focus

JULY 13, 2025

The critical thinking model developed by Dr. Richard Paul and Dr. Linda Elder is pragmatic and fosters the critical thinking skills needed to navigate AI. Determining fact from fiction will be a skill that dedicated educators will train their students to harness in the work they complete.

Critical Thinking 120

Critical Thinking Intelligence Education Learning 120

Faculty Focus

JUNE 17, 2025

Higher education institutions are uniquely positioned to: Prepare Students for the Future Workforce : By integrating AI into curricula, institutions can equip students with the skills needed to thrive in an AI-driven economy. Monitor and Adapt : Use feedback from experiments to refine policies and practices.

Ethics 117

Ethics Education Evaluation Fairness 117

Teach Hub

APRIL 23, 2025

One could focus on reviewing skills, another on drill practice, and another on a fun math game. Interactive apps like Prodigy , Moose Math , or The Mystery Math Museum make learning fun while reinforcing key skills. Plus, they give teachers instant feedback on student understanding. Math doesnt have to be a dreaded subject.

Math 88

Math Textbooks Quizzes Participation 88

eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2025

The development of Discovery Educations newest content is based on feedback from the companys school-based partners and makes teaching and learning even more relevant, interesting, and personalized for users of Discovery Education products.

Laboratory 193

Laboratory Social Studies Education Middle School 193

Faculty Focus

JULY 15, 2025

These practical techniques will develop critical thinking and problem-solving abilities by creating intentional opportunities to enhance social and communication skills. Purposefully, I provide opportunities for students to connect and practice the social skills necessary to participate in rigorous critical thinking and problem-solving tasks.

Assignments 59

Assignments Art Critical Thinking Motivation 59

Faculty Focus

JUNE 24, 2025

At our institution, low-tech and familiar options like phone calls and photos worked well to meet students’ needs for immediate feedback with a low level of stress. We’d like to share some examples of personalized actual course documents feedback that contribute to decreased stress levels for students and faculty.

eLearning 69

eLearning Students Assignments Feedback 69

Faculty Focus

JUNE 24, 2025

At our institution, low-tech and familiar options like phone calls and photos worked well to meet students’ needs for immediate feedback with a low level of stress. We’d like to share some examples of personalized actual course documents feedback that contribute to decreased stress levels for students and faculty.

eLearning 67

eLearning Students Assignments Feedback 67

Faculty Focus

JUNE 17, 2025

Higher education institutions are uniquely positioned to: Prepare Students for the Future Workforce : By integrating AI into curricula, institutions can equip students with the skills needed to thrive in an AI-driven economy. Monitor and Adapt : Use feedback from experiments to refine policies and practices.

Ethics 74

Ethics Education Evaluation Fairness 74