eSchool News

JANUARY 6, 2025

On average, about 25 percent of children in the early grades struggle with reading. In a TEDx talk titled The Super Mario Effect–Tricking Your Brain into Learning More , Mark Rober highlighted how video games like Super Mario can motivate people to achieve their goals by viewing failures as learning opportunities.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Key points: When learning is linked to career opportunities, student engagement increases i What data is necessary to help students succeed? About half of students say while at school, they learned about a job or career they previously did not know about. Student engagement also increases with career-related learning opportunities.

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eSchool News

MAY 22, 2025

More than 80 percent of graduate programs earn an F grade for their math preparation. The player can learn their role and follow directions, but the coach needs to understand the bigger picture–the why behind every move. Teachers need to know how to do more than just follow the steps in math to get the right answer.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 24, 2024

PRNewswire/ — IXL, the award-winning personalized learning platform used by 16 million students, has been named a High Quality Evidence-Based Instructional Material for Early Literacy by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). JEFFERSON CITY, Mo.

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Teach Thought

MAY 19, 2025

Good candidates for game-based learning games include Portal 2, Civilization VI, Democracy 4, and Assassin's Creed Museum Tour.

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Part II: Transitioning from Whole Group to Small Group to Achieve Equity in Education The first blog in this series, “ Time Efficiency vs. Equity in Education ,” explored two major barriers teachers face when shifting from whole group, teacher-led, teacher-paced model to student-centered blended learning models.

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eSchool News

MAY 7, 2025

Key points: Edtech tools support student learning while boosting engagement 5 vocabulary strategies powered by technology Edtech tools for station rotation in early learning For more on edtech tools, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a brilliant scientist?

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eSchool News

MARCH 19, 2025

Established in 2005, Agora Cyber Charter School is an online public school for Pennsylvania students in kindergarten through 12th grade that is accredited by the Middle States Association. This is especially felt in the 5 th grade science and math classes I teach. There is also a free trial.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Our goal is to shift pedagogy toward a “culture of thinking” that supports more student agency and more effective use of the learning space itself. As part of that mission, we knew we needed innovative furnishings for the learning environments, which would go hand-in-hand with that work. Create spaces specific to grade levels.

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eSchool News

MAY 8, 2025

In 2024, both Oklahoma and Wisconsin lowered what it means for students to be proficient in grade-level content. Florida is actively looking at removing graduation requirements which include passing a 10th grade English Language Arts assessment and a statewide algebra test. Now, they have proposed eliminating an Algebra II requirement.

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eSchool News

JULY 15, 2024

In exploring the pros and cons of AI instruction versus human educator instruction, a hybrid model emerges that leverages the strengths of both to maximize learning and knowledge retention. The advantages and limitations of AI in education AI in education brings numerous advantages, such as personalization, accessibility, and scalability.

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eSchool News

JULY 30, 2024

Key points: A love of learning can lead to a lifetime of learning How to use PBL with makerspaces across your curriculum Here’s how schools can better support neurodiverse students For more news on instruction, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Curiosity is a fountain of opportunity for all educators.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Building foundational literacy skills through systematic writing instruction in the early grades is critical for students long-term success. As the Wall Street Journal reports , kindergarten students tested in 2023 were about 2 percentage points less likely to begin school at grade level in reading, compared to 2019 data.

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eSchool News

APRIL 1, 2024

But despite these challenges, there are bright spots in teaching and learning. Inspiring district leaders, classroom teachers, and school staff have found unique and innovative ways to engage students in learning, motivating students to see beyond classroom walls and truly immerse themselves in learning.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 10, 2025

Key points: Education in 2025 will prioritize the unique needs of each student more than ever before Information literacy is key in the age of AI Where AI and multimodal learning will go in 2025 For more news on digital trends, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub 2024 has been a transformative year within education.

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Catlin Tucker

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

Rubrics identify specific criteria relevant to the assignment, along with corresponding levels of performance that allow for more precise grading. Using rubrics helps teachers stay focused during the grading process and ensures that grading is objective, consistent, and fair. How does using rubrics benefit students?

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Key points: It is critical to monitor AI systems for bias and impact on student groups AI use guide helps students navigate AI in learning AI’s transformative role in accessibility For more news on AI and bias, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub In the quickly evolving landscape of AI, education stands at the forefront.

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

One culprit is the mentality that, “If I don’t grade it, the students won’t do it.” First, I do not think grades are an effective long-term strategy for motivating most students. First, I do not think grades are an effective long-term strategy for motivating most students.

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The Applicious Teacher

MAY 25, 2025

Teaching UFLI in 2nd grade? After a full year of using the UFLI Phonics program in my second grade classroom, (and for two years prior in small group!) After a full year of using the UFLI Phonics program in my second grade classroom, (and for two years prior in small group!) Tips for Using UFLI in your classroom! Cookie Trays 3.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Eighty-seven percent of educators believe this could be the top area for additional support to address learning losses. Other top causes for learning gaps include mental health and social-emotional struggles (38 percent) and lack of students completing their homework or studying (35 percent).

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eSchool News

JULY 5, 2024

NWEA , a K-12 assessment and research organization, announced today a new report on the effectiveness of summer programs in helping mitigate learning loss, often called the “summer slide,” and boosting academic recovery in the wake of pandemic-related learning disruptions. months of mathematics instruction and 4.1

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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. Learning That Works for Every Student Imagine a student who is bright, curious, and eager to learn but constantly struggles in a traditional classroom.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 5, 2024

When students spent a greater share of time learning remotely or in a hybrid setup, graduation rates fell. Through the class of ‘28, I think we’ll still be seeing these impacts on kids who were in fifth to eighth grade during the pandemic,” said Bob Balfanz, a Johns Hopkins education professor and an author of the new report.

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eSchool News

MARCH 31, 2025

After all, its easy to imagine how technologies such as AI tools, robots, VR headsets , and computers, for example, can be used to support learning in these settings. Physical movement supports academics There is significant evidence of the connection between physical movement and learning. But gymnasiums?

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

We needed a space where we could have multiple grade levels in a space at once, with up to 15 children in one space and 15 in another at any given time. The space itself didn’t need much renovation other than the removal of an aging mini kitchen and countertop.

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eSchool News

MAY 21, 2025

Districts must provide educators with the training to recognize and address attendance issues and allow them the flexibility to adapt learning to students needs when issues emerge. In addition, strong teacher-student relationships are one of the best preventative measures against absenteeism. Establish holistic wraparound services.

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eSchool News

MAY 27, 2025

In most cases, students had learned conversational English but had never really engaged with the alphabet. Students receive direct, whole-class instruction in an area of need and then spend 20 personalized minutes learning with Lexia. This wasnt just an English Learner issue, but it was one that required a separate focus.

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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!

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eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2025

Charlotte, NC Discovery Education , the creators of indispensable K-12 learning solutions used in classrooms around the world, today announced an exciting new slate of standards-aligned educational content and instructional resources for Back-to-School 2025 that will inspire teachers and engage students.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 12, 2024

After almost 20 years of a connection-centered teaching practice, I offer three ways to foster meaningful connections with them and inspire their learning. Connect to students through your heart My daughters 5th grade substitute teacher stepped in this past fall, when the school had a last-minute vacancy to fill.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Washington Depot, Connecticut Slooh , the pioneer in offering live online telescope feeds of the universe and an NGSS-aligned curriculum to school communities worldwide, is launching a new Earth science curriculum for students in grades 5-9. To learn more about Slooh and its new Earth science curriculum, visit. www.slooh.com.

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Catlin Tucker

APRIL 18, 2021

How can we make learning new vocabulary more engaging and meaningful? ” I love the pile of words strategy because it positions the students at the center of learning. A third-grade teacher might present students with six words, whereas a tenth-grade teacher might present 15-20 words.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 30, 2025

In elementary classrooms, the most effective model of blended learning is called the station rotation model. In elementary classrooms, the most effective model of blended learning is called the station rotation model. According to Blended Learning Universe (n.d.),

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2025

Improving student learning and student success is necessary for students to compete in a rapidly changing world that requires critical thinking, creativity, and adaptability. Learning losses and persistent equity challenges linger even as the world marks one more year since the COVID pandemic.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 16, 2025

AI, digital learning tools, and personalized supports have become central to the classroom. We asked educators to share their views about teaching and learning in 2025 (find industry predictions for 2025 here ). 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

OCTOBER 23, 2024

PARAMUS, NEW JERSEY — Savvas Learning Company , a next-generation K-12 learning solutions leader, is excited to introduce Savvas PathMaker, a brand-new, all-in-one solution for college and career readiness that gives students a head start on post-high school success.

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Catlin Tucker

JULY 30, 2024

Do you feel like our current approach to teaching and learning is working for either teachers or students? This belief is what drove me to develop my TEDx Talk titled “ Education Reimagined: Student-Led Learning.” If you answered, “no,” we are on the same page. Click the image to watch!

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