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From pencils to pixels: Tech is shaping the future of education

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One study found that active learning significantly increases student performance in the classroom: Students were 1.5 times more likely to fail a class that was primarily lecture-based as opposed to interactive. Interactive learning can also elicit emotional responses, which in turn impacts retention.

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How multimedia and interactive tech transform engagement

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Key points: Edtech objectives and student engagement goals should drive technology selections Leveraging edtech for differentiated instruction A critical shift in digital instruction in 2025 For more news on interactive learning, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Education today looks dramatically different from classrooms of just a decade ago.

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5 vocabulary strategies powered by technology

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It advances critical thinking, nuanced understanding, and more accurate selection of words in writing and communication. By integrating technology into vocabulary instruction, teachers can amplify traditional strategies to create more engaging and effective learning experiences.

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6 STEAM tinkering tools for the holidays

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This year is no different and fortunately, the latest STEAM push has made many of the learning tools very desirable as holiday gifts. The following are six ed-tech tools that will undoubtedly spark the creative and innovative side of kids of all ages (parents and teachers included). Sphero SPRK Edition.

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Tips for Supporting Students With Special Needs Using Technology

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Start by exploring a range of assistive technologies that cater to different needs, such as text-to-speech software for students with reading difficulties or speech-to-text for those with writing challenges. Use assessment tools to gather data on their learning styles.

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Teachers Believe That AI Is Here to Stay in Education. How It Should Be Taught Is Debatable.

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The most common uses of AI teachers reported were to personalize student learning, interactive learning tools and getting insights on student performance with data analytics. It's going to be really good for writing, not so good for math, as one example. ChatGPT is trained on text data.

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Great App to Teach Spelling

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A 2024 Journal of Educational Psychology study showed that students with strong spelling and writing skills were 25% more likely to secure college scholarships. One more: A 2019 NAEP writing assessment found only 27% of 8th graders scored proficient or above, unchanged from 2011. Click to view slideshow.

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