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. Educators deserve to own their learning journeys, too.

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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. Educators deserve to own their learning journeys, too.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 13, 2022

The loss of my unci , a lifelong educator, my namesake, and one of the most important teachers in my life, and in the lives of many others, has prompted me to think even more deeply about how important it is for Indigenous Knowledge Systems to be not only included, but honored and affirmed in classrooms.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 17, 2022

BEAVERTON, Oregon, August 17, 2022 — Vernier Software & Technology has changed its name to Vernier Science Education. We’ve always been more than a software and technology company—we’re a science education company with a deep commitment to being an authentic partner to educators.”. About Vernier Science Education.

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k12 Digest

MAY 19, 2025

Technology has permeated every facet of our lives, making many tasks easier, and even doing some of our work for us. The impact of technology on the human brain is still being studied, but there is a body of research which is decades old and has increased its capacity to inform education with advances in medical imaging technology.

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eSchool News

APRIL 16, 2025

After seven years in the classroom teaching middle and high school students, I transitioned into instructional technology, where I currently serve as a digital integration specialist for South Carolinas Anderson School District Five. During either style, students are tasked with organizing the words accordingly.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 9, 2023

In education, case studies are widely used as a pedagogical tool to encourage critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and the application of theoretical knowledge. Well-planned case studies can challenge students’ problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. Where to Find Case Studies?

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

In recent years, K-12 tech innovation news has made it clear that educational technology has become an integral part of classrooms, influencing teaching methodologies, student interactions, and the overall educational landscape. What is one positive effect technology has had on education?

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

But heres the catch: most conversations about classroom technology focus on the shiny tools or the end-product possibilities. Try this in your classroom : Infographics : Study and create infographics for nonfiction topics. What about the steps in between? Thats where the magic happens–in the process.

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Edsurge

MAY 9, 2025

Not only do these courses offer students a jump-start on credits once they get to college, but they also equip them with skills like time management, critical thinking and study habits that researchers say encourage them to enroll and stay in college. The program also targets knowledge and training gaps in local schools.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 27, 2024

When my friend, Emma, was preparing for finals, she used Trello to organize her study schedule, Quizlet for flashcards, and weekly Google Meet sessions with classmates to discuss tough topics, transforming her test stress into an effective study routine. Because studying for exams can feel overwhelming.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 3, 2022

With advancements in technology and the rise of remote learning, classrooms are being remodeled and redefined to fit the evolving needs of modern digital learners. David Merrill studied various instructional design theories and models to identify a number of principles common to each. Five Principles of Learning.

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eSchool News

MARCH 5, 2021

Nonprofit VHS Learning is partnering with Continental Han Feng Network Technology (CHF) to develop a full Chinese language high school program. This knowledge will help set the curricular approach throughout the program and prepare VHS Learning students to perform well on the exam and continue their Chinese language studies.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Most teachers who work in education today have studied — or at least are familiar with — VARK , a learning theory first introduced by Neil Fleming in 1987. 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).

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eSchool News

MAY 24, 2021

Enter the education technology (edtech) boom since 2020 and the very ideology around teaching and learning has been revolutionized. Edtech has completely redefined how knowledge is imparted and how skills are acquired. At the very least, the technology has well and truly earned its seat at the table of valuable education methods.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 6, 2023

To build on our founders’ mission, the school began offering a women’s studies elective titled “Women and Society”, which I have proudly taught since 2014. As a teacher, I can equip my students with the knowledge to transform our society into one that values the inherent dignity of women.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

There are numerous advantages to educational technology. Efficient reading is best for some students to gain knowledge, while others rely more on audio visual materials. Edtech combines educational theory and technological innovation to meet the learning needs of students. Related : How edtech is embedded in Society 5.0

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

The current COVID-19 pandemic, however, is playing a major role in speeding up this learning process as millions worldwide turn to e-learning platforms to continue their studies or find ways to share the knowledge they already have. college students reported that digital learning technology helped them to improve their grades.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

The Rise of Online Learning Online learning has increasingly become a staple in education, with studies showing that over 30% of students now prefer it over traditional classroom settings. A study from the U.S. Department of Education found that 77% of online students reported a better balance between their studies and personal life.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Year after year and in study after study, we see the same thing: Confident students are better students. One answer may lie in some of the technologies that are already making online learning possible. But, as one student pointed out in a 2019 survey , that confidence is easily shaken.

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Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 15, 2023

Learners can more effectively assimilate and interrogate new concepts by connecting new information to prior knowledge, extending ideas beyond initial comprehension, and pinpointing areas of challenge or uncertainty. The “connect, extend, challenge” routine fosters deep reflection and comprehension.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 30, 2024

New methods of teaching may help close this gap, according to a new study from the University of Georgia. Visual cues, body movements provide alternate ways to learn concepts The virtual reality game used visual, audio and body movements to give students multiple ways to learn and express their knowledge on a subject.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

It’s common knowledge that engaging–and retaining–girls and women in STEM classes, STEM degrees, and STEM careers is an ongoing challenge. If your passion is STEM, I advise gaining practical experience — do projects, tinker, build, prototype, test new technologies, spend time working both in a group and by yourself.

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eSchool News

MAY 16, 2024

Intelligent AI tutoring programs accomplish this feat by using machine learning algorithms to detect patterns in how students interact with the software during study sessions. The system analyzes these patterns and adjusts its tutoring approach to match individual learning styles.

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Catlin Tucker

JUNE 16, 2024

How can we create a learning environment where each student feels confident applying the knowledge and skills they’re acquiring? This approach often fails to recognize and accommodate the diverse ways students understand and express their knowledge. This could be a specific skill, concept, or knowledge area.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 31, 2024

Engaging in research and design work with communities of researchers, practitioners and edtech product developers has led us to define several principles we believe will assist in building learning technology that is attuned to the needs of diverse students and educators, based on modern learning principles and designed for broad adoption and scale.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Despite massive changes in society and technology since colonial times, one thing hasn’t changed much: the way we teach , test, and pass our students along to the next level—or into their adult working lives. It tends to promote memorization rather than the application of knowledge.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 23, 2022

have opened the first of 20 planned STEAM (Science, Technology, Arts, Engineering and Mathematics) centers in the Republic of Ghana. Students ages 6-14 will be trained to use advanced STEAM technology in a modern interactive learning environment. a global enterprise specializing in robotics, motion control, and technology education.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Bringing parts of their personal lives into the learning process is not only motivating, but also improves knowledge retention over time. This was particularly true for educators in specialized subject areas, such as visual & performing arts and computer science & technology. Use prior knowledge as a base for new information.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Students explore practical applications of theoretical knowledge, such as designing simple machines, programming robots, or analyzing environmental data. Integrating STEM into K-12 curricula helps prepare students for a world that increasingly depends on interdisciplinary knowledge.

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Edsurge

MAY 2, 2025

A new study shows trust is the most important factor for parents when choosing child care, with many leaning toward at-home programs or relying on their families, friends and neighbors. Trust was the top priority, according to the study, followed by affordability, availability, location and hours.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Offered by Lexia ,a Cambium Learning Group brand , and grounded in the science of reading, both professional learning programs empower educators with the knowledge and skills they need to strengthen students literacy skills. Dr. Akbar also praised the rubrics and assessments in the courses of study.

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Catlin Tucker

JUNE 21, 2021

Similarly, I want teachers to design learning experiences that invite the students to do the hard work of making meaning and constructing knowledge. Each chapter ends with reflection and discussion questions to guide those book study conversations. Want to explore blended learning in an online course?

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eSchool News

AUGUST 3, 2022

Educators are held to very high standards and are expected to have advanced knowledge and skills, as well as adopt and adapt to evolving practices and technologies. A great teacher inspires, motivates, encourages, and has direct impact on their students’ academic and career goals.

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eSchool News

JUNE 16, 2022

The CODiE Awards recognize the companies producing the most innovative education technology products across the country and around the world. Cengage Group, an education technology company serving millions of learners in 165 countries, advances the way students learn through quality, digital experiences. About Cengage Group and Gale.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Research shows that students involved in an extracurricular activity are more engaged in the classroom and in their studies. Schools and universities have discovered that esports can also introduce students to science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) careers.

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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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