eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Key points: Technology helps expand teachers’ ability to engage students Learn more about technology in the classroom Stay up to date on the latest in education technology Education technology in the classroom significantly aids teachers by streamlining administrative tasks, enhancing lesson delivery, and improving student engagement.

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eSchool News

JUNE 3, 2022

(OTCQB:GAXY) (“Galaxy” or the “Company”), a provider of interactive learning technology solutions, has offered a complimentary one-year (school year) subscription for its G2 Visual Alerts security solution to every school and school district in the U.S. We hope that every school across the U.S.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 20, 2015

Using computers and other learning technology too often can be detrimental to student performance, OECD says. Students who use computers and learning technology at moderate levels tend to have better learning outcomes than students who use computers and learning technology rarely, according to new research from the OECD.

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Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

Why Would a Teacher Use the Flipped Classroom Model? First, let’s establish the value of the flipped classroom in case you have never used this blended learning model. Moving practice and application into the classroom provides students with peer and teacher support as they attempt to apply new information.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

One notable piece of K-12 tech innovation news is the integration of interactive devices and digital learning tools, transforming static learning spaces into dynamic, multimedia-rich environments. These devices and tools empower teachers to create engaging lessons, fostering a more interactive and collaborative learning experience.

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Edsurge

MARCH 12, 2019

This is Rowan-Salisbury’s “edtech playground,” where teachers can try out the latest technology, offer feedback to district leaders and determine whether the products would be a good fit for their classrooms. “In Instead, teachers get an open space that allows for thinking creatively and purposefully about the products.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 3, 2023

Six months out from when it broke the internet, ChatGPT — and its numerous clones and adaptations — have drummed up great interest, and concerns, for teachers, school leaders and districts. So education leaders are investing in new training and professional development for teachers on the best use cases for AI.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

These one-time gifts from billionaires and multinational corporations are welcomed by most schools, but they are not enough to close gaps in access to learning technologies nor ultimately a sustainable financing solution for technology infrastructure. Or their latest crop of teachers needs training?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

As students increasingly seek flexible and interactive learning experiences, the conventional approach may not meet their needs any longer. This shift raises critical questions about the future of education: How will teachers adapt their roles? What innovations might redefine the learning environment?

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eSchool News

JANUARY 5, 2024

Not only is personal device use on the rise, but since 2020, there has been a 19 percent average increase in the overall use of learning technologies. That saves valuable time and resources, allowing teams to solve issues for teachers and students in the classroom, at home, or elsewhere.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2021

Here’s what they had to say: As many school districts remain virtual or use a hybrid model, teachers are doing everything they can to help students succeed in a distance learning environment, but at some point they will hit a wall and need help. This may assist with mitigating learning loss. As the U.S.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

Today’s K-12 and higher education students were born in the internet era and are able to easily adapt to new modes of communication and learning. Knowing this, educational institutions must prioritize investment of remote learning technologies that can keep up with students’ abilities and needs.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Although digital technologies hold great promise in the realm of education, access remains limited for many communities worldwide. Now, we're ready to help teachers seamlessly create lesson plans and send them out to all students — even those who don't have broadband. And the best part is nothing changes for the teacher.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

From interactive tools that engage students to personalized learning platforms that cater to individual needs, technology provides a dynamic and flexible approach to education. It also streamlines administrative tasks for teachers, enabling them to focus more on instruction. How does technology help teachers and students?

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Collaboration is not confined by physical barriers–global learning communities connect and share insights in real-time. Adaptive learning technologies cater to individual needs, optimizing educational paths for diverse learners. Personalized learning: Technology enables a more personalized approach to education.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

Ten years ago, when we began building equitable, offline-first education technology for the 2/3 of the world who didn’t have internet access, many people told us to just wait and the gap would close naturally. billion people are still without internet, and the rate of internet growth has actually slowed. Today, over 2.9

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

They can have very different purposes but tend to share common characteristics, such as more personalized and project-based learning. They also tend to have closer adult-child relationships in which teachers serve as facilitators of student-led learning, not just deliverers of content.”

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 18, 2018

Personalized learning technologies can, ironically, make the learning experience less personal, less human. Despite my criticisms and sour experiences , I don’t believe that all education technology is bad. Does the technology help to minimize complexity? The SAMR Model.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

A recent National Science Board report indicates 78 percent of educators say they have on-demand access to digital cameras; 5 1 percent use interactive whiteboards ; and 68 percent report that their school meets or exceeds the Federal Communications Commission’s minimum internet bandwidth recommendations for K–12 institutions.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 28, 2019

But then Breakthrough was accepted into the Verizon Innovation Learning program, which provides technology and professional development to Title I districts across the country. In short, from a technology standpoint, it’s expected to change the way we live. With 5G, “it becomes tangible, hands-on learning,” she says. “I

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Edsurge

JULY 20, 2020

Blended learning comes in a number of varieties, but across the various models, blended learning prompts educators to consider the following questions: What can students learn well independently, especially when aided by digital learning technologies? Which learning activities are most important to do together?

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Edsurge

JANUARY 26, 2021

We moved our daughter back to face-to-face schooling because she was really struggling with connecting to the teacher. Another challenge we deal with is internet access. How stressful is that for a student if they are virtually learning and their internet goes out? The teacher has nothing to do with it.

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Edsurge

JUNE 16, 2020

The Learning Policy Institute calculates the cost of distance learning at about $500 per student for a total of $3.7 All in, the American Federation of Teachers, the labor union, tallies the national cost at an extra $116.5 billion for all public schools, at least. That data is then fed into program and budget review cycles.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Pick a topic: Tech infused Teacher/Classroom. The Tech-infused Teacher. The 21 st Century lesson blends technology with teaching to build a collaborative, differentiated, and shared learning environment. internet safety. It is not an extra layer of work, rather a habit of mind for both teacher and student.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 23, 2021

Ask a Tech Teacher offers a variety of classes throughout the year. The Tech-infused Teacher. The 21 st Century lesson blends technology with teaching to build a collaborative, differentiated, and shared learning environment. Classmates will become the core of your ongoing Professional Learning Network. netiquette.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Finally, technology improves efficiency for educators. Tools for grading, attendance tracking, and lesson planning streamline administrative tasks, allowing teachers to focus more on instruction and student interaction. Another significant benefit is personalized learning. Access to diverse resources is also a crucial advantage.

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Edsurge

APRIL 25, 2022

While edtech isn’t explicitly within her purview, she works hand in hand with the district’s technology department because, as she says, “in this day and age, it's hard to do much without some form of technology in the classroom.” EdSurge: What led you to enroll in the Launch into Learning Sciences course ?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 19, 2023

Educators sign up with a Teacher account and then set up classes and accounts for students. Aimed at school-age children, categories include, earth, animals, STEM, family, create and play, know and learn, technology, and more. As a teacher, you can manage your class, track what’s being read, supervise equizzes, and more.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 19, 2022

I’ve updated Ask a Tech Teacher’s list of ten math tools we posted in 2016 to be shorter and with a new option. This article will discuss some of the best tools for tutoring math online, and the way they can help teachers to improve their student’s skills. Pricing: Free for teachers and students.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

BOSTON, /PRNewswire/ – As students and teachers nationwide head back to school, learning technology company HMH today announced major enhancements to Ed , HMH’s connected teaching and learning platform, that will offer an even more streamlined experience to empower educators and engage students.

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Edsurge

MARCH 20, 2020

As students left our boarding school in Shenzhen on January 17 for the long-awaited Chinese New Year vacation, none of them expected that an epidemic brewing in Wuhan would spread rapidly across the nation, preventing them from seeing their teachers and friends at school for the foreseeable future. Keep routines. Keep assignments simple.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Here’s what they had to say: The demand for online learning will continue to grow in 2022 and possibly lead to the creation of virtual schools, which would introduce new AR and VR learning processes. This will help them focus on the quality of their lessons without the heavy financial strain that many teachers deal with today.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Students’ kitchens became their classrooms, parents became co-teachers and tech support, and the internet became a lifeline to learning. Easy Access For Students As districts across the country transitioned to distance learning, it was easy to identify the number one pain point: simplified access for students.

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eSchool News

MAY 22, 2018

Recently, the Institute of Education Sciences (IES) produced a report on the educational impact of access to digital learning resources at home. Students and teachers having to keep track of a different username and password to log in to each system wastes time and creates frustration.”.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

The integration of digital tools such as interactive software, cloud-based platforms, and adaptive learning systems has shifted traditional educational models towards more personalized, flexible, and engaging learning experiences. What is the definition of educational technology?

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 30, 2017

I have to admit some disappointment that as this year comes to a close, most edtech companies have not produced independent efficacy studies, thus further perpetuating the lack of research on learning technologies. Because of this, I expect to see increased emphasis on mathematics-related professional development in 2018.

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Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Equity in Education , I wrote about the tension between the demands on teachers’ time and the desire to provide equitable learning experiences. For years, classrooms have been a hierarchy with teachers at the top, experts disseminating information, and students below receiving that information. It was a necessity.

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