eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Leveraging the power of technology One tool I’ve used in this journey is Lexia LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling), a structured literacy training course based on the science of reading that provides knowledge and tools teachers can use with any reading program.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Hatcher’s commitment to providing equitable opportunities for all students, including those with diverse needs, led him to offer services that cater to both traditional and online learning environments, recognizing that some students require different support structures for academic success. s flexible professional learning program. “We

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

But despite their best efforts, online learning failed to live up to in-person education, with students whose schools met mostly in person performing significantly better on math and reading tests compared to their peers who received instruction online. But it’s not the fault of teachers – they weren’t trained for remote instruction.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 14, 2023

s flexible professional learning program. “We and found the trainers to be very knowledgeable and supportive,” she said. Under Mr. Hatcher’s guidance, Akron Public Schools partnered with Edmentum to integrate cutting-edge learning technologies, harnessing their full potential to enhance learning outcomes.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 13, 2019

Children deserve an education that is inherently meaningful and personal to them, and it should be one that humanizes—instead of dehumanizes—the learning process. In “Mathematical Mindsets” by Stanford math professor Jo Boaler, she advocates for complex instruction (a term coined by other researchers at Stanford School of Education).

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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. With all the math programs and apps on the market, how is it possible there aren’t more?

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

Department of Education has provided official guidance on the use of technology with young children. . The department sets out four guiding principles for using technology with early learners: Technology — when used appropriately — can be a tool for learning.

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Edsurge

MARCH 21, 2022

And yet, she’s quick to draw a line in the sand regarding her district’s reliance upon learning technology: “I don't believe a computer is where a kid learns. EdSurge: Why did you enroll in the Launch into Learning Sciences course ? Learning is about absorbing knowledge.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

These are exciting times in the world of assistive learning technology. Recent advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are behind next-generation improvements in a range of software tools for students with sensory or learning disabilities. How do you present mathematics?

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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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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. Currently, more than 25 percent of K-12 students are chronically absent and most students have ground to make up in math and reading.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 20, 2022

Good intentions to give all students access to the world’s knowledge were derailed by the cost of the websites and webtools that made that happen. Aimed at school-age children, categories include, earth, animals, STEM, family, create and play, know and learn, technology, and more.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

For example, some of our early childhood teachers worry that kids are already on devices too much because our district requires all students to use adaptive curricular programs for math and reading for a certain amount of time each week. Helping students get their mind and body connected to their learning further helps the knowledge stick.

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eSchool News

JULY 12, 2021

As school district demand for proven, personalized learning technology experiences its largest boom in history, these executives join the DreamBox team in time for a school year in which educators are ready to leverage the skills, knowledge, and connectivity gained during the pandemic.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 29, 2022

When educators consider the term computational thinking (CT), they often think of math or coding. Teachers often think CT is restricted to math or technology lessons. We need to encourage teachers to share computational thinking knowledge and experiences with other teachers.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

With the growing interest in coding comes a call for after school tech camps that supersize student enthusiasm for learning technology. Then, they assign tasks to group members that include: learn the tool. Research, technology, speaking and listening. Math, technology, enrichment, and a wide variety of academic subjects.

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Edsurge

JULY 30, 2021

They also provide tutoring classes for children to be ‘college-ready,’ and now they are moving from passive to active learning with their ‘ FutureSchool ’ concept.” FutureSchool offers project-based coding and math classes with live tutors who serve as coaches.) That raises provocative questions for U.S. educators.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2022

This will inevitably result in increased comprehension and productivity in student learning. To deal with the challenges of today and tomorrow, we need to equip the next generation with the skills and knowledge necessary to adapt and overcome these challenges. Teacher knowledge is imperative to move students forward.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 20, 2022

The district formed a partnership with HMH—purchasing HMH Into Math, HMH Into Reading, HMH Into Literature, and Waggle programs, along with professional services, which are all accessed via Ed, HMH’s learning platform. Her work is innovative and pushes boundaries–and she’s great at sharing her knowledge with others!

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 14, 2021

Good intentions to give all students access to the world’s knowledge were derailed by the cost of the websites and webtools that made that happen. Aimed at school-age children, categories include, earth, animals, STEM, family, create and play, know and learn, technology, and more.

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District Administration

JULY 30, 2015

ALEKS from McGraw-Hill Education is an online learning and assessment program for grades 3-12 math. Using adaptive technology, ALEKS precisely identifies a student’s knowledge and delivers targeted instruction on the topics a student is ready to learn.

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District Administration

APRIL 13, 2017

ALEKS® is an adaptive, online math program backed by rigorous research and driven by powerful AI. ALEKS precisely identifies a student's knowledge and delivers personalized online math instruction. Assessment Evaluation Teaching & Learning Technology Products Relevant Date: 04/13/2017.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 23, 2022

This will inevitably result in increased comprehension and productivity in student learning. To deal with the challenges of today and tomorrow, we need to equip the next generation with the skills and knowledge necessary to adapt and overcome these challenges. Teacher knowledge is imperative to move students forward.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 14, 2023

The Power of Choice Texts: A Playful Revolution The future of personalized learning is exemplified by a new reading tool called Choice Texts , recently released by eSpark , an online math and reading program for students in grades K-5. I think we are all a little nervous about AI because we are still learning about it,” Lower states.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 21, 2018

The company that set the bar for hyping adaptive-learning technology has had to adapt to new leadership and a new business model. First piloted last fall and publicly released this January, there are currently 36 Alta courseware products available, mostly for math subjects and including chemistry, economics and statistics.

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Edsurge

JULY 10, 2016

Introductory colleges classes, especially in math and English, have earned the nickname “gatekeepers.” The small amount of research to date on how adaptive learning technology impacts student outcomes is inconclusive. That’s information that Anbar says could better reflect student learning than tests and quizzes. “We

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 16, 2016

With the growing interest in coding comes a call for after school tech camps that supersize student enthusiasm for learning technology. They tie arguments to class reading, general knowledge as well as evidence from research. Perspective taking’ is an important skill to learn. Research, technology, speaking and listening.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 15, 2019

According to national social studies teacher education guidelines , infusing technology into instruction should: Extend learning beyond what could be done without technology. Introduce technology in context. Include opportunities for students to study relationships among science, technology, and society.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

In addition to instructional support, education technology also streamlines administrative tasks such as grading, attendance tracking, and communication, improving the efficiency of school operations. What is an example of technology currently used in education today? Educational games like Kahoot!

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

Personalized learning, according to many educators and organizations championing its message, is about making education fit the needs of students. What sets Summit apart is how they combine the technology and an instructional model around a belief that students such as Pozo can become self-directed learners.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 1, 2016

The overriding point for parents to be assured of is that technology is never a replacement for teachers. EdTech is a tool that extends a child’s natural ability and desire to learn. Bill Gates, the genius behind Microsoft, certainly stands behind the effort to bring modern technology into the classroom.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 14, 2017

Good intentions to give all students access to the world’s knowledge were derailed by the cost of the websites and webtools that made that happen. Aimed at school-age children, categories include, earth, animals, STEM, family, create and play, know and learn, technology, and more.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 5, 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. Currently, more than 25 percent of K-12 students are chronically absent and most students have ground to make up in math and reading.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

This created a depth of knowledge at the click of mouse, which has become a valued resource for learners of all ages. AI can also reduce the teacher’s time creating questions, as it automatically generates possible learning assessments. What potential benefits and challenges might AI present to teaching and learning?

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k12 Online Schools

APRIL 23, 2025

Start with small daily goals like finishing a video lecture or solving five math problems. For example, block 99:50 AM for watching a science video and taking notes, followed by 10-10:45 AM for math practice. But switching from a math class to TikTok isnt a real break. Technology plays a dual role.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 11, 2020

Jamie Wong Baesa , a middle school math teacher who hasn’t seen her students’ faces since March. Steve Middleton , a former engineer who taught seventh graders remotely while helping his own kids learn at home. Left: Jamie Wong Baesa's seventh grade math class in Lorena, Texas. Meet the First-Year Teachers.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 23, 2024

Across the globe and in the United States, educators say that devices and learning technology offer significant benefits, but we cannot overlook the pressing need to give teachers proper training and time to manage the technology they are currently using.”

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