k12 Digest

MAY 15, 2025

As we witness the rapid evolution of educational technology, the convergence of bite-sized learning modules with intelligent virtual tutors is creating unprecedented opportunities for personalised education. Todays educational chatbots analyse learning patterns, identify knowledge gaps, and adjust difficulty levels in real time.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Key points: When learning is linked to career opportunities, student engagement increases i What data is necessary to help students succeed? About half of students say while at school, they learned about a job or career they previously did not know about. Student engagement also increases with career-related learning opportunities.

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eSchool News

APRIL 8, 2025

Key points: Probeware is key in helping students make sense of scientific concepts 5 powerful ways to link STEM lessons to real-world applications Rural areas are poised for unique STEM education, but need more resources For more news on STEM learning, visit eSN’s STEM & STEAM hub STEM careers are on the rise. According to the U.S.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The challenge of dyslexia in traditional learning Dyslexia is one of the most common learning differences, affecting approximately 10-15 percent of students worldwide. However, while helpful, these approaches are often limited and fail to address the full spectrum of learning needs.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2025

Improving student learning and student success is necessary for students to compete in a rapidly changing world that requires critical thinking, creativity, and adaptability. Learning losses and persistent equity challenges linger even as the world marks one more year since the COVID pandemic.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Incorporate hands-on activities and experiments Hands-on activities let students engage directly with STEM concepts, making learning tangible and memorable. Use project-based learning for real-world problem solving Project-based learning (PBL) prompts students to learn by engaging in real-world and meaningful projects.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 10, 2025

Key points: Education in 2025 will prioritize the unique needs of each student more than ever before Information literacy is key in the age of AI Where AI and multimodal learning will go in 2025 For more news on digital trends, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub 2024 has been a transformative year within education.

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k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

That vision became AEF Schools , a place designed for students who needed something differenta structured, supportive environment where learning goes beyond textbooks and tests. Learning That Works for Every Student Imagine a student who is bright, curious, and eager to learn but constantly struggles in a traditional classroom.

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eSchool News

MARCH 31, 2025

After all, its easy to imagine how technologies such as AI tools, robots, VR headsets , and computers, for example, can be used to support learning in these settings. Physical movement supports academics There is significant evidence of the connection between physical movement and learning. But gymnasiums?

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eSchool News

MARCH 17, 2025

As schools closed their doors, remote learning became the primary mode of instruction, accelerating edtech’s role in classrooms. Learning management systems and digital resources became indispensable for assigning work, tracking progress, and providing feedback.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Californias Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELOP) is a chance to do just that, and to create a blueprint that other states can use to boost students chances of success inside and outside of the classroom. This breadth of experience helped me develop a positive relationship with school and a holistic view of learning.

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eSchool News

MARCH 19, 2025

With most of the states nationwide moving towards a phenomena-based approach to learning in science, it is especially important that I integrate high-quality online resources into instruction–resources students can relate to, apply prior knowledge to, and that prompt questions about their curiosities. There is also a free trial.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Active learning with technology involves the use of edtech tools and digital resources to discover, analyze, and apply learning. Passive learning, on the other hand, means students passively receive information–for example, students might use a Chromebook to take a test or submit assignments in a learning management system.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 6, 2025

In a TEDx talk titled The Super Mario Effect–Tricking Your Brain into Learning More , Mark Rober highlighted how video games like Super Mario can motivate people to achieve their goals by viewing failures as learning opportunities. This approach especially helps reluctant readers. Because doing so makes the game uniquely theirs.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Key points: It is critical to monitor AI systems for bias and impact on student groups AI use guide helps students navigate AI in learning AI’s transformative role in accessibility For more news on AI and bias, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub In the quickly evolving landscape of AI, education stands at the forefront.

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Motivation Essay Learning Beliefs 332

eSchool News

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Despite not having access to a dedicated lab space, it was important my students had the opportunity to engage in hands-on, tech-enabled, and real-world learning. It doesn’t have to take a lot of expensive supplies to engage students in hands-on learning–just start with a thermometer or, better yet, a temperature probe!

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STEM Learning Science Students 309

Teach Hub

MAY 2, 2025

Experiential learning isnt just a buzzword, its a game-changer in the classroom. Instead of students passively absorbing information, they get to get their hands dirty (sometimes literally) and connect learning to real-world experiences. Outdoor Learning Adventures When you take learning outside it adds a new layer of engagement.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 16, 2025

AI, digital learning tools, and personalized supports have become central to the classroom. We asked educators to share their views about teaching and learning in 2025 (find industry predictions for 2025 here ). With 2025 barely in its infancy, educators are looking to new technologies and strategies to meet the needs of students.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

What systematic writing instruction looks like Learning how to write should go hand-in-hand with learning how to read. As children learn to decode words and sentences, teachers can reinforce this skill by teaching sentence structure, engaging students in sentence-building activities while providing structured handwriting practice.

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Writing Learning Coaching Reading 284

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Most parents know AI will be crucial to their children’s future For more on AI in education, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Generative AI is transforming the nature of work in many fields. AI can also help teachers personalize instruction for every child, accelerating learning and improving outcomes.

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Accessibility Ethics Learning Fairness 314

eSchool News

JANUARY 13, 2025

There is no substitute for real world learning starting in high school. The top reasons selected include the opportunity to participate in hands-on learning (44 percent) and the ability to complete such programs faster than they could earn a college degree (41 percent). High school internships will become more prevalent.

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Mobile Devices Middle School Middle School Learning 286

Cult of Pedagogy

MAY 11, 2025

There are multiple pathways to holding students accountable for their evidence of learning; one is to focus on cheating, the other is to focus on integrity. A claim about integrity is supported by a learners ability to transparently document and reflect on the learning process and explain or expand on their results.

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Academic Integrity Learning Assignments Feedback 88

k12 Digest

APRIL 15, 2025

With the evolution of personal computers in the 1980s and 1990s traditional classroom instruction was transformed and computers are now an integral part of all learning environments. Optimizing Learning Environments AI can be used to optimize school operations and create more effective learning environments.

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Intelligence Learning Failure Academic Integrity 223

eSchool News

MAY 7, 2025

The UF Lastinger Center administers tutoring program design resources, funds school districts to bolster their tutoring programs, offers professional learning for district staff and tutors, and provides face-to-face, virtual, and automated tutoring for eligible K-5 students as well as AI-enhanced supports for select students in grades 6-12.

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eSchool News

MAY 16, 2025

Organizations may be expecting a future workforce that is AI-ready, but 67 percent of surveyed students feel they are shortcutting their learning by using AI. In addition to feeling they are shortcutting learning, 50 percent of students report not knowing how to get the most benefit from AI in their studies.

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Education Critical Thinking Ethics Students 290

eSchool News

MAY 19, 2025

Research over the past 40 years has highlighted the critical link between hearing clearly and learning. It’s not feasible for learning spaces to be 100 percent free of noise or distractions, yet students must understand what their physical education teachers are saying.

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k12 Digest

MAY 19, 2025

Mind, brain and education science combines knowledge in the fields of cognitive psychology, neuroscience, and education to inform methods of teaching and explore the impact of those strategies on learning, helping to transform the field of education.

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Science Education Motivation Lecturing 246

eSchool News

APRIL 24, 2025

Key points: AI’s instant feedback may help students from feeling lost during instruction Most teachers agree AI is a time-saver With AI coaching, a math platform helps students tackle tough concepts For more news on AI and instruction, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub This press release originally appeared online.

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Math Participation Feedback High School 247

eSchool News

MAY 12, 2025

When I was in the classroom, I quickly learned that students are feeling this eco-anxiety whether were talking about climate change or not. We collected data for six weeks, and students learned that plants that were given compliments grew faster and taller than plants who are spoken to in a more mundane way.

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Interdisciplinary Social Studies Art Study 279

eSchool News

MAY 7, 2025

Key points: Edtech tools support student learning while boosting engagement 5 vocabulary strategies powered by technology Edtech tools for station rotation in early learning For more on edtech tools, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a brilliant scientist?

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STEM Students Feedback Knowledge 246

eSchool News

APRIL 28, 2025

We’ve learned from our lengthy discussions and research that for schools to truly partner with parents, something has to change in many organizations’ approaches to K-12 apps.” and Edsby. . “The challenges with this approach depend on which type of user you are.

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Schools Communication Evaluation Feedback 270

eSchool News

APRIL 30, 2025

Eleven districts adopted a do-it-yourself approach to AI trainings, which required the leaders to identify learning objectives, create or curate technical content, and design training formats either from scratch or with a patchwork of internal and external resources.

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Teachers Coaching Attention Activities 298

eSchool News

MAY 9, 2025

Key points: Students need more than digital access; they need guidance 5 AI tools for classroom creativity A new era for teachers as AI disrupts instruction For more news on navigating AI, visit eSNs Digital Learning hub Finding accurate information has long been a cornerstone skill of librarianship and classroom research instruction.

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Evaluation Ethics Academic Integrity Internet 260

eSchool News

MAY 9, 2025

These trips promote active engagement, critical thinking, and cater to diverse learning styles. Students will meet polar bears and play experts and uncover how arctic animals use play to learn just like humans, while inspiring students to use their voice to change their planet for the better.

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Critical Thinking History Learning Styles Science 243

eSchool News

MAY 5, 2025

Sometimes they will cold call students, while other times they will ask students to share what they learned after theyve had a chance to read the assigned material or discuss it with their classmates in groups. If we want students to see learning as a shared experience, we must be intentional in the language we use.

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Culture Feedback Language Languages 274

eSchool News

MAY 13, 2025

The loss of E-rate funding would cut off access to essential digital learning tools and online resources. Digital infrastructure is now the backbone of teaching, learning, and school operations–and edtech leaders are the architects holding it all together. CDW values our partnership with CoSN to support our K-12 districts.

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Internet Accessibility Technology Educational Technologies 308

eSchool News

APRIL 25, 2025

A recent Google blog post outlines how four different school districts are leveraging Google AI tools, like Gemini and NotebookLM, for innovative teaching and learning. Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is using NotebookLM and Gemini for curriculum review and district guidance.

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