Interactive Learning and Students

5 strategies to get your students talking

eSchool News

JULY 3, 2025

Natalie Svrcek, an associate professor at SUNY Brockport, offered strategies to help students collaborate and engage in discussions. A variety of multimodal tools can model using diverse technology to foster discussion: HyperDocs : HypderDocs is a digital tool that uses hyperlinks to package a variety of learning materials in one space.

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8 under-the-radar digital learning resources

eSchool News

JULY 11, 2025

There are numerous lesser-known digital platforms that offer unique, high-quality learning experiences tailored to students’ and teachers’ needs. Here are ten standout resources that can enhance instruction, boost engagement, and support deeper learning.

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Top Grant Sources to Bring Technology to Under-Resourced Classrooms

Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 13, 2025

From digital literacy tools to interactive learning platforms, access to reliable technology helps level the educational playing field. Housing insecurity, including overcrowding, frequent moves, or even homelessness, can disrupt a students ability to attend school consistently, concentrate in class, or complete homework at home.

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Is the Traditional Classroom Becoming Obsolete?

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

Too many students don’t reach grade-level metrics and no one can agree on the cause. As students increasingly seek flexible and interactive learning experiences, the conventional approach may not meet their needs any longer. Something broke in American education these past years. A study from the U.S.

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5 fun STEM learning resources for summer engagement

eSchool News

JUNE 16, 2025

These platforms are designed to be interactive, accessible, and aligned with educational standards, offering students the opportunity to explore STEM topics at their own pace–and often, while having fun. Here are five online learning resources to support summer STEM learning: 1. or “Can a tree grow without seeds?”–and

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In Rhode Island, a partnership brings STEM lessons to life

eSchool News

JULY 1, 2025

The pilot program, in which four GSO students worked with approximately 200 students from the Providence Public School District middle school, was developed by the Rhode Island Department of Education and funded by a $10,000 STEMx Challenge Grant. It was deeply rewarding to put the students at ease, since I was a stranger to them.

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Exploring the Importance of Digital Literacy: How Parents Can Support Their Children’s Learning of Essential 21st Century Skills

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JUNE 24, 2025

Digital literacy plays a significant role in influencing students’ academic performance. With the increasing incorporation of technology in classrooms, students who are digitally literate tend to perform better academically. This highlights the importance of digital literacy in today’s interconnected world.

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Showfloor News: Breaking Down Language Barriers

eSchool News

JUNE 23, 2025

One of the most exciting announcements this year is Encore Data Products’ expansion into the Translation and Interpretation category with the introduction of IRIS Pen scanners , a powerful tool that helps break language barriers in the classroom and supports diverse learning needs.

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38 Additive Essentials for a High School Math Classroom

Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 18, 2025

Stocked with a few extra essentials for a high school math classroom, it’s a small way to set students up for success and eliminate pauses. These innovative tools are perfect for your parents’ wish list or to keep on hand for those moments when students need a fresh approach.

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Optoma Announces Launch of the New 3-Series Interactive Displays with Google Certification and AI-Enabled Tools

eSchool News

MAY 1, 2025

By integrating Raptors software with Optomas interactive displays, school administrators and students can receive real-time alerts and emergency notifications using CAP protocols to improve the overall safety of the school.

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MDM solutions and gamification make perfect interactive learning partners

eSchool News

MAY 10, 2023

In addition, gamification can improve student skills such as active learning, problem-solving, and critical thinking. It also helps students enhance teamwork and collaboration. Gamification helps students retain acquired knowledge. Conversely, instructors can view or edit modules and launch learning apps.

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Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration Refines Mission to Focus on Narrowing Opportunity Gaps for Young Students and Educators

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

23, 2022) — The Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration (CILC), a nonprofit dedicated to breaking down educational barriers through virtual, interactive learning, today announced an updated mission that focuses on leveling the playing field for young students and educators. North Mankato, Minn.

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How one district’s focus on interactive learning is paying off

eSchool News

AUGUST 9, 2021

Educators know by now that engaging instruction is the best way to ensure students are involved in learning and absorbing new lessons and concepts. These days, the right edtech tools and interactive technologies can open up a wealth of engaging teaching and learning possibilities.

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5 ways to use edtech to engage shy students

eSchool News

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Many educators are merging one with the using, discovering strategies to use edtech to engage shy students. By leveraging edtech tools, teachers can foster participation, build confidence, and provide tailored learning experiences. Here are five strategies to use edtech to engage shy students: 1. Apps like Kahoot!

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7 easy apps to get students coding

eSchool News

JANUARY 22, 2021

Inspired by the Hour of Code , many educators have pledged to go well beyond 60 minutes and teach their students coding and programming skills on a regular basis. The beauty of learning to code is that its benefits stay with students even if students do not pursue programming degrees or careers.

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Why Sending Students Home with Writing Assignments Might Not Be The Best Idea

Catlin Tucker

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Not only has the explosion of artificial intelligence (AI) and chatbots created concern about assigning writing, but myriad challenges exist when we send writing home with students. #1 Competence: Students may not feel confident in their writing skills generally or their ability to answer a particular question specifically.

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How AI tutoring personalizes learning for students

eSchool News

MAY 16, 2024

AI tutoring systems spearhead this learning revolution by reimagining the tutoring concept, offering interactive and adaptive learning experiences customized to each individual’s learning capabilities. A significant advantage of AI tutoring systems is the personalized learning experiences they can offer students.

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Classroom displays new interactive learning technologies

eSchool News

MAY 11, 2016

Boxlight , an interactive classroom technology manufacturer and K-12 education solutions provider, has partnered with Medgar Evers College in Brooklyn to create a showcase classroom that will enable K-12 teachers and students to experience the full capacity and impact of interactive instruction technologies.

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Student engagement requires more than edtech tools

eSchool News

JANUARY 25, 2024

During a session at FETC 2024, Tom Murray, Director of Innovation for Future Ready Schools, dove into just what, exactly, makes for the effective use of edtech in supporting student engagement. “We could be 100 percent digital and also at 100 percent low-level learning.” ”

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Beyond the bookshelves: 3 ways school libraries have evolved to meet students’ needs

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Once simply a quiet space to check out books, libraries have evolved to provide students with a holistic and interactive learning experience. These modern spaces encourage creativity, innovation, problem-solving, and integration of STEM concepts, while giving students a “brain break” from traditional classroom learning.

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Virtual, Interactive Expeditions for Black History Month Provide Students with a Diverse and Multi-Dimensional Look at African Americans Throughout History

eSchool News

JANUARY 28, 2022

January 28, 2022) – The Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration , a veteran expert and thought leader in the virtual learning space, today launched a Black History Month package of fresh and engaging virtual and interactive real-world expeditions for students that cover significant historical, cultural and societal events.

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How immersive technology can empower students (and teachers) to learn

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Immersive, experiential technology is transforming how both students and teachers learn. Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR and VR) provide deeper engagement, opportunities for collaboration, and hands-on learning that places newly acquired knowledge and skills in context. Immersive learning isn’t just for students.

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Catholic Schools Continue Long-Time Partnerships with VHS Learning to Give Students Hundreds of Course Options

eSchool News

AUGUST 23, 2023

Catholic schools have renewed their partnerships with VHS Learning to provide their students with continued access to high-quality, teacher-led online classes. Catholic schools that have extended their long-time partnerships with VHS Learning for the 2023-24 school year, include: Pope Francis Preparatory School in Springfield, Mass.,

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New Teacher-Focused Program Launched to Drive Literacy Results for Alaska Students

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

The program will utilize federal funds under the Every Student Succeeds Act, Title II and feature CORE’s Online Elementary Reading Academy (OERA), as well as individualized coaching sessions for each participating teacher. CORE is a subsidiary of Pivot Learning. Portland, Ore., Oakland, Calif.,

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How outdoor learning spaces lead to STEM engagement

eSchool News

MAY 12, 2021

A new sustainable outdoor learning space is giving students in California an engaging opportunity for STEM learning during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Interactive Field Trips Offered to Educators for Black History Month, President’s Day, Women’s History Month and Earth Day

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

In preparation for several upcoming significant historical, cultural and societal events, the Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration (CILC) has curated a list of live, interactive virtual field trips that educators can access to enrich discussions surrounding Black History Month, President’s Day, Women’s History Month and Earth Day.

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How immersive technology can empower students (and teachers) to learn

eSchool News

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Immersive, experiential technology is transforming how both students and teachers learn. Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR and VR) provide deeper engagement, opportunities for collaboration, and hands-on learning that places newly acquired knowledge and skills in context. Immersive learning isn’t just for students.

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3 ways teachers can make learning more interactive

eSchool News

MARCH 4, 2015

From gamification to crowdsourcing, improve learning with these interactive elements. Today’s students are a uniquely interactive group. Here are three methods educators are successfully using to connect with a new generation of students in the classroom. Next page: Turn lectures into conversations.

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Celebrate National Distance Learning Week Nov. 8-12 with Live, Daily Free Programs for K-12

eSchool News

OCTOBER 29, 2021

In the midst of the second pandemic-disrupted year the field has flexed, adapted and evolved to encompass a myriad of teaching methods to a wide-ranging student population. Virtual learning has become a permanent fixture in modern academia. About The Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration.

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How immersive technology can empower students (and teachers) to learn

eSchool News

AUGUST 31, 2023

Immersive, experiential technology is transforming how both students and teachers learn. Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR and VR) provide deeper engagement, opportunities for collaboration, and hands-on learning that places newly acquired knowledge and skills in context. Immersive learning isn’t just for students.

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How we can improve literacy through student engagement

eSchool News

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Not surprisingly, many of this year’s Top 10 focused on equity, edtech innovation, immersive learning, and the science of reading. This year’s 2nd most-read story focuses on literacy and student engagement.

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Virginia’s Portsmouth Public Schools Expands Partnership with Discovery Education to Bring Students in Grades 7-12 State-of-the-Art Digital Resources

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

In this new phase of collaboration, educators, and students in grades 7-12 across PPS will receive access to Discovery Education’s Pivot Interactives service. The school system has 13,000 students enrolled throughout the city and approximately 2,100 staff members working each day.

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MiEN Company Introduces New Furniture Product Offerings to Solve Learning Space Challenges

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

Educators are rethinking the layout of classrooms and other learning spaces in terms of optimizing use of those spaces for student wellbeing and study. The DIY backless chair is designed for active learning environments that encourage students to strengthen their core in a ready-to-learn position.

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New Mexico’s Middle College High School Selects Discovery Education’s Pivot Interactives to Support Student Science Explorations

eSchool News

APRIL 12, 2023

Charlotte, NC — New Mexico’s Middle College High School, a public charter school within Gallup-McKinley County Public School District, today announced it has selected Discovery Education’s innovative digital resources to support student science explorations. It is an excellent choice for our students.”

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How digital tools and AI can enhance social studies

eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2024

From interactive simulations to online databases of primary sources, these tools offer educators a wide array of resources to enrich their curriculum and foster student learning.

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Online community supports student tech enthusiasts

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 19, 2015

Tech Trep Academy has launched an online interactive learning community for kids focused on technology and entrepreneurship. Created by education, technology and business experts, Tech Trep courses are designed to work separately or as a whole, allowing students the ability to customize a program just right for them.

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TeachingBooks, Sora and Pear Deck Announce Collaboration to Expand Student Engagement and Learning

eSchool News

MARCH 17, 2023

CLEVELAND – TeachingBooks.net today announced a unique collaboration with Pear Deck , providing expanded opportunities for student engagement and learning. In this new collaboration, Pear Deck takes book-specific supplemental materials from TeachingBooks and creates a custom, interactive lesson.

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3 ways technology & innovation are transforming classrooms

eSchool News

OCTOBER 4, 2018

As we continue to embark through the Information Age, it’s crucial for educators to implement new strategies that will meet the needs of both students and industries. Interactive learning. Leveraging technology excites students and increases engagement, which can increase students’ performance in the long run.

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Intelitek Opens the First of 20 STEAM centers in the Republic of Ghana

eSchool News

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Located at the Accra High Senior High School, the new center is part of the ministry’s initiative to increase student interest and instructional quality around STEAM. Students ages 6-14 will be trained to use advanced STEAM technology in a modern interactive learning environment. About Intelitek.

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For Back to School, Savvas Supports Educators and Students With Innovative Solutions to Maximize Personalized Learning

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

PARAMUS, NEW JERSEY — As students return to the classroom for the new school year, Savvas Learning Company is helping educators move learning forward with engaging, easy-to-use K-12 solutions that offer data-informed instruction and adaptive technology to take personalized learning to the next level. “A

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Active Learning Strategies for Students

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

By encouraging participation, collaboration, and critical thinking during classroom learning, active learning strategies for students promote student-centered learning environments that enhance academic outcomes and cultivate lifelong learning skills. What are the 6 learning strategies for students?

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Tips for Supporting Students With Special Needs Using Technology

Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

As you prepare for the holiday break and then a new year, it’s a great time to think about resources available in your classes for students with special needs. To effectively support these students, you can start by understanding each student’s unique challenges and strengths.

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Learning enters the metaverse with “Mission: Mars” Roblox experience

eSchool News

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Not surprisingly, many of this year’s Top 10 focused on equity, edtech innovation, immersive learning, and the science of reading. This year’s 3rd most-read story focuses on immersive and interactive learning. Please go to mos.org/Roblox to learn more and here to access “Mission: Mars” directly on Roblox.

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How Augmented Reality Helps Teachers Reach More Students

Edsurge

JUNE 2, 2023

In the classroom, AR technology can enhance learning by providing students with interactive and immersive experiences, improving their understanding of complex concepts and enabling them to apply their knowledge in real-world scenarios. Spierenburg likens AR to a safety net for students. “It

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5 strategies to get your students talking

8 under-the-radar digital learning resources

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Top Grant Sources to Bring Technology to Under-Resourced Classrooms

Is the Traditional Classroom Becoming Obsolete?

5 fun STEM learning resources for summer engagement

In Rhode Island, a partnership brings STEM lessons to life

Exploring the Importance of Digital Literacy: How Parents Can Support Their Children’s Learning of Essential 21st Century Skills

Showfloor News: Breaking Down Language Barriers

38 Additive Essentials for a High School Math Classroom

Optoma Announces Launch of the New 3-Series Interactive Displays with Google Certification and AI-Enabled Tools

MDM solutions and gamification make perfect interactive learning partners

Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration Refines Mission to Focus on Narrowing Opportunity Gaps for Young Students and Educators

How one district’s focus on interactive learning is paying off

5 ways to use edtech to engage shy students

7 easy apps to get students coding

Why Sending Students Home with Writing Assignments Might Not Be The Best Idea

How AI tutoring personalizes learning for students

Classroom displays new interactive learning technologies

Student engagement requires more than edtech tools

Beyond the bookshelves: 3 ways school libraries have evolved to meet students’ needs

Virtual, Interactive Expeditions for Black History Month Provide Students with a Diverse and Multi-Dimensional Look at African Americans Throughout History

How immersive technology can empower students (and teachers) to learn

Catholic Schools Continue Long-Time Partnerships with VHS Learning to Give Students Hundreds of Course Options

New Teacher-Focused Program Launched to Drive Literacy Results for Alaska Students

How outdoor learning spaces lead to STEM engagement

Interactive Field Trips Offered to Educators for Black History Month, President’s Day, Women’s History Month and Earth Day

How immersive technology can empower students (and teachers) to learn

3 ways teachers can make learning more interactive

Celebrate National Distance Learning Week Nov. 8-12 with Live, Daily Free Programs for K-12

How immersive technology can empower students (and teachers) to learn

How we can improve literacy through student engagement

Virginia’s Portsmouth Public Schools Expands Partnership with Discovery Education to Bring Students in Grades 7-12 State-of-the-Art Digital Resources

MiEN Company Introduces New Furniture Product Offerings to Solve Learning Space Challenges

New Mexico’s Middle College High School Selects Discovery Education’s Pivot Interactives to Support Student Science Explorations

How digital tools and AI can enhance social studies

Online community supports student tech enthusiasts

TeachingBooks, Sora and Pear Deck Announce Collaboration to Expand Student Engagement and Learning

3 ways technology & innovation are transforming classrooms

Intelitek Opens the First of 20 STEAM centers in the Republic of Ghana

For Back to School, Savvas Supports Educators and Students With Innovative Solutions to Maximize Personalized Learning

Active Learning Strategies for Students

Tips for Supporting Students With Special Needs Using Technology

Learning enters the metaverse with “Mission: Mars” Roblox experience

How Augmented Reality Helps Teachers Reach More Students

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