Edsurge

JUNE 20, 2025

For many teachers, it delivered an avalanche of tools instead. While edtech vendors race to integrate AI into every aspect of teaching and learning, educators are drawing clearer boundaries: AI should save them time, not replace their judgment. AI’s most promising role may lie in its ability to personalize learning.

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Edsurge

MAY 21, 2025

As the education world grapples with a post-pandemic academic recovery that has stalled in some regions , a new research paper is taking the measure of key players in students success: their teachers. Here are some highlights on what teachers said about their feelings on the workplace, student achievement and their futures in the profession.

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Edsurge

JUNE 16, 2025

That was Alexis Johnson’s reaction when she saw professional learning opportunities focused on computational thinking. A first grade teacher with no formal CS background, she jumped at the chance to explore how computer science principles could enhance early literacy instruction — and ended up transforming her classroom in the process.

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eSchool News

JUNE 10, 2025

Massachusetts districts face urgent literacy gaps, and our high-dosage tutoring model is designed to close those gaps efficiently and effectively,” said Devon Wible, vice president of teaching and learning for Catapult Learning. “We Catapult Learning’s HDT model is designed to scale individualized learning.

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eSchool News

MAY 12, 2025

When I was in the classroom, I quickly learned that students are feeling this eco-anxiety whether were talking about climate change or not. I asked myself: If a teachers role is to prepare students for the real world, shouldnt we be helping them solve the climate crisis? The results were remarkable.

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eSchool News

JUNE 16, 2025

Here are five online learning resources to support summer STEM learning: 1. Exploratorium: Science Snacks The Exploratorium, a renowned museum of science, art, and human perception in San Francisco, offers Science Snacks–free, hands-on STEM activities designed for students in grades 3-12. or “Can a tree grow without seeds?”–and

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eSchool News

JULY 8, 2025

Key points: Digital resources can make learning more effective and enjoyable for students 4 edtech tools that can transform student teamwork A critical shift in digital instruction in 2025 For more news on digital resources, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub As education evolves, the classroom is no longer limited to books and blackboards.

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eSchool News

JULY 2, 2025

Key points: AI tools can help educators engage students in deeper learning New partnership trains Michigan teachers for AI innovation You’re using ChatGPT? This free AI-powered tool helps users interact with and learn from their own documents. MagicSchool offers pre-populated prompts to help teachers get started.

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eSchool News

JUNE 20, 2025

With the growing availability of engaging, high-quality online learning tools, students have more opportunities than ever to keep their skills sharp. These tools offer interactive lessons, personalized learning paths, and fun activities that reinforce what students learned during the school year–without making summer feel like school.

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k12 Digest

JULY 1, 2025

In a 2023 national survey by Hanover Research, only 27% of American high school students said they felt what they were learning was relevant to the real world. Are they memorizing facts, or learning how to think, solve, and lead? More than just doing projects, it’s about making learning real.

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k12 Digest

JUNE 23, 2025

Nam Ngo Thanh is an educational leader, innovator, and advocate for equity-driven, holistic learning. Currently serving as the school leader in Vietnam, he brings over a decade of experience in school leadership, teacher training, and educational transformation.

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eSchool News

JULY 7, 2025

As we endeavor to understand their journey of learning, one piece of data does not tell us the whole story. Specifically, this has allowed us to improve in closing the achievement gap for students with disabilities over the last several years and to provide our teachers with more tailored professional learning for support.

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Faculty Focus

JUNE 1, 2025

I failed to appreciate the value of clear expectations and the inescapable necessity that my students needed to walk out of my class with a grade. For the next four years, I used Kevin Gannons grading contract to implement more structure and Barbara Schapiros third space to reflect on what worked for me and my students.

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eSchool News

JULY 3, 2025

Set specific, detailed math standards for teacher preparation programs. Review teacher preparation programs to ensure they provide robust math instruction. Provide professional learning and ongoing support for teachers aligned with high-quality math curricula. ranked 34th in math among 78 participating countries in 2022.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JULY 7, 2025

Teaching 8th grade ELA can be a uniquely rewarding experience, as long as you’ve got the right tools. A good classroom management system, a novel list, and a set of writing prompts go a long way to set students and teachers up for success. But is that enough to prepare new teenagers for 9th grade? Table of Contents 1.

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eSchool News

JULY 14, 2025

This isn’t technology for technology’s sake–it’s about enhancing learning and skill development. As one CTE expert put it, emerging tech like VR, AR, and AI is “transforming how we learn,” allowing learners to explore topics in ways never before possible. Consider the example of VR in a CTE program.

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eSchool News

JUNE 24, 2025

They didn’t expect a teacher to use the same tool they’d been experimenting with themselves. Later, I learned that many students were already using a math-solving app called Gauth AI, but discreetly. Effectively : Use AI to enhance learning, not replace it–whether for brainstorming, exploring questions, or reinforcing concepts.

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eSchool News

JUNE 10, 2025

These platforms offer unprecedented opportunities to personalize learning, refine curriculum development, and support teaching. But as AI adoption accelerates, one critical question remains: Will AI strengthen learning, or will it undermine it?

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eSchool News

JUNE 19, 2025

There’s no denying that AI can enhance learning and digital literacy, but some usage raises important questions about ethics and its impact on academic outcomes. The following scenario is becoming more common for educators: You’re grading assignments, reading them one-by-one, until one of them catches your eye.

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eSchool News

JUNE 25, 2025

This surge in absenteeism presents major challenges for educators striving to maintain instructional momentum and ensure equitable learning opportunities. You can’t learn if you’re not here. However, we were skeptical that one solution could work for all of New Brighton’s K-5 teachers and students. Make students feel like VIPs.

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eSchool News

JULY 4, 2025

With practiced ease, they issue voice commands, identify image patterns, and experiment with rudimentary machine learning games. The goal, articulated by China’s Minister of Education Huai Jinpeng, is sweeping: to integrate AI into every layer of learning and to create a national workforce primed not only to use AI, but to lead it.

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eSchool News

JULY 10, 2025

This sparked a period when online learning and digital resources gained substantial popularity, and one tool that helps students learn–while also feeling like a game instead of a lesson–is Gimkit. The option to add questions from the question bank allows teachers to view other created kits similar to their topic.

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eSchool News

JUNE 9, 2025

And don’t forget about the Innovation Arcade , where attendees can experience immersive learning in real time. This AI, VR, and AR exploration zone is where innovation meets education in a dynamic virtual learning environment. We blend math, robotics, reading, and writing for engaging, collaborative learning.

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Teach Thought

JULY 10, 2025

Views Facebook Linkedin Print How Does Gamification Uncover Nuance In The Learning Process? Views Facebook Linkedin Print How Does Gamification Uncover Nuance In The Learning Process? The Grade Point Average might be the most visible example of gamification in school. ’ The big idea here is to encourage a desired behavior.

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Cult of Pedagogy

APRIL 27, 2025

If there is one learning strategy I’ve probably talked the most about on this platform, it’s retrieval practice. In the 10 years since I chose a book called Make it Stick for a book study in the summer of 2015, I’ve been encouraging teachers to add more retrieval practice to their teaching.

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eSchool News

JUNE 18, 2025

The end of the year is not just a time for wrapping up grades and packing up classrooms–it’s also a powerful opportunity for growth and renewal. Teachers might ask themselves: Which lessons sparked curiosity? What routines supported a positive learning environment, and which caused friction?

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eSchool News

JUNE 17, 2025

Teachers must align instructional content with state and national standards, prepare and organize materials, and thoughtfully structure collaborative learning experiences to ensure effective learning outcomes. Identify the intended grade level and the specific ISTE Student Standards the lesson will address.

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eSchool News

JUNE 23, 2025

where it’s happening, and how we can leverage that for teaching and learning,” said Kellie Ady, Senior Director of Education Strategy and Government Relations for PowerSchool. While AI seems like a relatively new development, it’s been around for quite some time, and is changing very quickly within the education space.

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Edsurge

MAY 12, 2025

Its a question that high school and middle school math teachers have heard many times. For example, Marylands state board has flagged that it wants every student career ready by the end of 10th grade. When would I ever use this? Some educators think its because math instruction is stuck in a rut.

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eSchool News

JUNE 26, 2025

Research shows that productive struggle in math leads to better learning. In the eighth grade, he started working on a math program that uses AI to provide just-in-time feedback and contextual hints. Providing too much help can sometimes interfere with learning. When tasks are too difficult, frustration takes over.

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eSchool News

MAY 21, 2025

In addition, strong teacher-student relationships are one of the best preventative measures against absenteeism. 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. Establish holistic wraparound services.

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eSchool News

JUNE 11, 2025

That early access to knowledge helped shape who I am today, and I carry that legacy into my work leading library services and digital learning for more than 30,500 students in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. In fact, every teacher is a reading teacher. Our librarians reinforce these habits weekly.

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Elevate k12

JUNE 11, 2025

Today, we are thrilled to shine a spotlight on two teachers who have truly exemplified the spirit of excellence this school year. Please join us in congratulating our SY2024-25 Elevate Teachers of the Year, Tiffany Barksdale and Stephanie Gonzalez! For Tiffany, data is key.

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Elevate k12

JUNE 30, 2025

This reality is compounded by a nationwide shortage of certified special education teachers. SDI delivers real-time, IEP-aligned instruction and structured progress monitoring from a certified special education teacher. Lessons are personalized to support individual learning needs and backed by structured documentation.

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Special Education Teachers Disabilities Coaching 97

k12 Digest

JUNE 24, 2025

Yet, many traditional learning environments struggle to meet the diverse needs of students. At the heart of this transformative institution is Llana Ann Reece, an educational leader with a bold vision for learning. With years of experience in international education, Llana understands that no two students learn the same way.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 30, 2025

A lot of teacher-authors read my WordDreams blog. On my blog, in teacher-author forums, and in the virtual meetings I moderate, there is much confusion about what can be grabbed for free from online sites and what must be cited with a linkback, credit, author’s name, public domain reference, or specific permission from the creator.

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eSchool News

APRIL 24, 2025

Key points: AI’s instant feedback may help students from feeling lost during instruction Most teachers agree AI is a time-saver With AI coaching, a math platform helps students tackle tough concepts For more news on AI and instruction, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub This press release originally appeared online.

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