eSchool News

DECEMBER 29, 2016

They were concerned that hiring teachers with the right skills now can save a district a lot of money in staff development later. As I wrote in my last column , the traditional skill we valued in teachers when paper was the dominant media—the ability to transfer knowledge of a subject—is becoming less important.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

Not all online platforms deliver quality education, and the lack of face-to-face interaction can hinder social development and collaborative skills. They want the ability to learn at their own pace and choose when and where they study. You’re expected to cultivate skills that prepare students for real-world challenges.

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eSchool News

MARCH 16, 2022

From laptops and tablets to headsets and digital styluses, new tech options open up possibilities that allow all students, regardless of location, age or learning style, to thrive. Schools jumped into action last year to get laptops and tablets into the hands of every student so they could continue to learn from home.

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eSchool News

MAY 1, 2024

It is a dynamic, interconnected space where knowledge flows freely, and learners are active participants in their educational journey. Smarter classrooms leverage cutting-edge technologies to create immersive, personalized learning experiences with unlimited online resources that cater to diverse learning styles.

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eSchool News

APRIL 2, 2025

Gaps in foundational knowledge, especially in early grades and exacerbated by continued pandemic-related learning loss, can make advanced topics more difficult to grasp later on. Some students may feel disengaged if the curriculum does not connect to their interests or learning styles.

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eSchool News

JUNE 12, 2023

Fostering student connections, encouraging voice and choice, adding relevance to lessons, and nurturing student ownership results in a supportive community where students feel comfortable as active participants in their learning. Each student approaches learning uniquely.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

These tools provide dynamic resources that cater to diverse learning styles, enhancing engagement and comprehension. From interactive whiteboards to educational apps, K-12 tech innovation news highlights how technology fosters personalized learning experiences, adapting to individual student needs.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 15, 2017

As technology becomes more and more ubiquitous in classrooms across the nation, it is easier than ever for students with different learning styles and needs to create personalized learning environments.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Key points: Digital tools are powering a new era of K-12 learning Still, challenges remain–among them, equity and access Stay up to date on the latest trends about learning in the digital age In today’s digital age, learning has gone through a profound transformation, reshaping traditional educational models.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Our schools must not only impart knowledge to our students but also equip them with the creativity, empathy, and curiosity required to walk into an unpredictable, yet promising, future with unwavering confidence. Educators who understand their students can tailor their teaching to each individual’s learning style to accelerate academic gains.

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eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2024

Personalized Instruction : With the advent of adaptive learning platforms and personalized tutorials, educators can now tailor instruction to meet the individual needs and learning styles of each student.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 16, 2025

AI, digital learning tools, and personalized supports have become central to the classroom. At the same time, schools are placing a stronger emphasis on mental health, equity, and future-ready skills, ensuring students are not only academically successful but also are prepared for the challenges of today’s every-changing world.

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eSchool News

JUNE 13, 2016

They were concerned that hiring teachers with the right skills now can save a district a lot of money in staff development later. As I wrote in my last column , the traditional skill we have valued in teachers when paper was the dominant media—the ability to transfer knowledge of a subject—is becoming less important.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 10, 2023

Dubbed the “ Fourth Industrial Revolution ,” our entire world is rapidly digitizing, which means jobs—and the knowledge and skills they require—are changing faster than ever. As a result, the half-life of the newest technology is shrinking rapidly, and the skills gap is widening with potentially detrimental effects.

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eSchool News

MAY 15, 2023

. – Riverside Insights ®, a leading developer of research-based assessments and analytics, today announced a partnership with Thrively , a personalized learning platform for K-12 students aimed at helping children everywhere discover their inner genius. Journal entries follow each activity to capture student learning and growth.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 7, 2020

But during the edWebinar “ Voice Devices and Beyond in the Classroom ,” the presenters made the case for using voice technology in schools to assist with all types of activities, from practicing math to classroom management–and more important, to improve listening comprehension skills.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Because technology has transformed access to learning tools, students who previously may not have had access to these tools now also have the opportunity to build skills they’ll use in college and the workforce. Battling this so-called “opportunity gap” makes personalized learning and skill development more inclusive and accessible.

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eSchool News

MARCH 11, 2025

How edtech supports personalized learning Digital tools amplify educators’ ability to use differentiated instruction in their classrooms. These technologies create an integrated system where teachers can simultaneously deliver varied content levels, provide multiple ways to practice skills, and offer diverse assessment options.

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eSchool News

JULY 27, 2021

And while online education is an increasingly popular option for students, it doesn’t mean that all students are equipped with the knowledge of how to navigate this new-ish learning style and what resources to use in the process.

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eSchool News

MARCH 27, 2023

The platform has continued to push the boundaries of innovation and has since transformed into the first platform to put AI in the hands of teachers, empowering them with tools and knowledge needed to utilize AI confidently and effectively in their classrooms.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Adaptive learning platforms tailor instruction to individual needs, promoting personalized learning experiences. Collaboration tools facilitate real-time communication and teamwork, essential skills in a digital world. Moreover, technology provides instant access to a wealth of information, cultivating digital literacy.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

VARK suggests that students can best accelerate their knowledge acquisition via one of four core learning styles: visual (V), aural (A), read/write (R) or kinesthetic (K). It’s a wildly popular concept that has led to prevailing beliefs that students perform better if we cater to their natural learning styles.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

This digital ecosystem not only enhances academic knowledge but also cultivates digital literacy skills essential for the modern workforce. K-12 technology innovation is not just about subject-specific content but also about developing digital literacy skills. What does education look like in 2024?

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 5, 2023

By integrating real-world content relevant to their students’ lives, educators can bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and its practical application. Students can see and experience the relevance of what they are learning, which can have a profound impact on their motivation and comprehension.

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eSchool News

JUNE 4, 2015

“Today multimodal learning is critical in engaging and reaching students of all learning styles, “said Leigh Ann Garcia, Vice President of Pearson K-12 Literacy. The program gives students opportunities to engage in thoughtful conversations that inspire discussion and debate while reading and writing grounded in evidence.

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eSchool News

APRIL 29, 2024

Promote AI Literacy: Integrate AI concepts and skills into existing curriculum and instruction. From enhancing student engagement and addressing learning loss to transforming and redefining the essential skills of the workforce, AI offers possibilities for improving educational and career outcomes.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

In 2023, a new popular kid in town, better known as AI, dominated headlines and prompted debates around how students could abuse–and should use–the generative tool for learning. AI can deliver content to students in a manner that supports each student’s unique learning styles and preferences.

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Edsurge

JULY 20, 2021

Learning science is always advancing, yielding new insights about how people gain and retain knowledge and skills. It was recorded during a panel discussion about the learning engineering movement that was held last month at the ISTELive 21 conference.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 8, 2024

High School collects a diverse group of students into a large learning community, but it also prepares teenagers for a future as variable as any we can imagine. Today, as education leaders, you’re faced with an increasingly diverse student population, each with unique learning styles, abilities, and aspirations.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

From live-updating, turn-by-turn driving directions to responsive voice-controlled digital assistants—all in the palms of our hands—we are constantly interacting with computer programming where machines learn from experience and adjust to new data to perform human-like tasks. It impacts every field of study in education.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 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. More importantly, students will have better access to lessons designed specifically for their learning style.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 1, 2016

Key components of this effort include providing all students and educators access to technology and digital resources; implementing collaborative professional development initiatives for faculty and staff; improving equity of access for teaching and learning; and developing equitable funding and implementation plans.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Another effective teaching strategy is differentiated instruction, which involves adapting teaching methods and materials to meet the diverse learning needs of students. By offering multiple pathways for learning, educators accommodate various learning styles, abilities, and interests within the classroom, promoting equity and inclusivity.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 9, 2022

They tie arguments to class reading, general knowledge as well as evidence from research. This is an exercise as much for presenters as audience, and is graded on reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Debates help students grasp critical thinking and presentation skills, including: abstract thinking. identifying bias.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 22, 2016

Despite many state standardized tests following the cookie-cutter approach of one-size-fits-all testing, educators every day are personalizing learning to meet the needs of individual students, meeting them at the intersection of their learning styles and the resources available to them.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 27, 2022

This early childhood solution continues Riverside’s strong tradition of developing leading assessments to support deeper understanding of English learners (EL), who are often over- or under-identified for special learning accommodations. “We CogAT: Measures students’ verbal, quantitative and figural reasoning abilities.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Effective teaching methods in K-12 education encompass a variety of approaches tailored to engage students and promote meaningful learning experiences. One such method is differentiated instruction, which involves adapting teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, abilities, and interests within the classroom.

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