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How students are really using AI tools: What schools need to know

eSchool News

MAY 29, 2025

Whether youre new to the education space, refining your policies, or growing in your role, understanding the different ways students use AI is crucial. In fact, students are using AI chatbots to talk about the most painful of topics, such as self-harm and suicide. Always on your side.

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6 engaging digital learning tools

eSchool News

OCTOBER 16, 2020

Digital learning tools have proved themselves invaluable as classrooms across the globe made the abrupt change to online learning in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Related content: Digital teaching for students in special education. Every student that has a Learning.com account is automatically assigned Tech Quest.

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5 innovative ways educators are using digital learning tools

eSchool News

MARCH 15, 2023

But today, digital learning resources are embraced as tools that highly-skilled educators can use to boost student engagement and connect classroom lessons to the real world. Here, five educators share the digital learning tools and resources that have proven successful in their classrooms and in their schools.

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7 fun digital learning tools to try in the classroom

eSchool News

DECEMBER 27, 2021

Not surprisingly, many of this year’s Top 10 focused on student engagement and online or hybrid learning strategies related to pandemic teaching. This year’s 5th most-read story focuses on under-the-radar digital learning tools. Feedback is a huge driver of student learning.

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Why multimedia learning tools are a critical part of classrooms

eSchool News

JANUARY 2, 2020

Today’s educators are challenged with keeping students engaged in their learning to help them build the knowledge and employability skills they’ll need to be successful. But how do teachers accomplish this tall task and make learning irresistible? The answer lies in the effective use of multimedia learning tools.

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12 multimedia learning tools for the classroom

eSchool News

DECEMBER 30, 2020

Multimedia learning tools play an important role in classrooms in a number of ways–including, but not limited to, boosting creativity, encouraging student engagement, and helping students learn to collaborate. SoundCloud : Students can use SoundCloud to create and share their own podcast, all from one place.

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7 under-the-radar digital learning tools to try this fall

eSchool News

JULY 2, 2021

During pandemic learning, educators have seen a plethora of digital learning tools and resources, and they’re figuring out what does and doesn’t work for their instructional methods. Here’s a small collection of digital learning tools and resources you may not know about.

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8 digital learning tools for 2022

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

And because schools may move to hybrid or virtual learning despite starting in person, digital learning tools that work in the physical or virtual classroom can prove invaluable. In fact, 90 percent of teachers say they plan to use edtech tools this upcoming school year.

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8 fun digital learning tools for the new school year

eSchool News

AUGUST 26, 2021

And because schools may move to hybrid or virtual learning despite starting in person, digital learning tools that work in the physical or virtual classroom can prove invaluable. In fact, 90 percent of teachers say they plan to use edtech tools this upcoming school year.

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Lights, camera, literacy: Student-created book reviews inspire a global reading culture

eSchool News

MAY 12, 2025

students read for fun almost every day–down from 31 percent in 1984. What began as a simple classroom project to encourage reading evolved into a movement that amplified student voices, built confidence, and connected learners across cultures. Students were given creative freedom to shape their presentations. The result?

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4 edtech tools that can transform student teamwork

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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Why educational robotics is a critical STEM learning tool

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Highlighting engineering also encourages students to pursue engineering classes and, potentially, engineering career paths. When students become interested in STEM at a young age, their critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and communication skills have a chance to thrive.

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5 immersive learning tools for the classroom

eSchool News

JULY 22, 2021

Immersive learning might sound like a no-brainer strategy, but it’s a superb way to ensure students are engaged in lessons and core concepts. Augmented and virtual reality apps are excellent ways to engage students in immersive learning, while at the same time offering a fun learning experience.

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Savvas Realize Earns Award for Best Remote and Blended Learning Tools

eSchool News

MARCH 10, 2021

Savvas Learning Company , a K-12 next-generation learning solutions leader, is proud to announce that Savvas Realize has earned a Tech & Learning 2021 Award of Excellence for Best Remote and Blended Learning Tools for grades K-12. Savvas Realize also won a Tech & Learning Award of Excellence in 2020. “We

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Review: 3 Best Online Learning Tools to Boost Remote Instruction

EdTech Magazine

MARCH 12, 2021

For K–12 education, it’s no longer a question of whether online learning is here to stay but, rather, how can we make it better for our teachers and students? Even before the pandemic, the situation in many areas demonstrated the potential for the meteoric growth of online learning.

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Teachers using technology report stronger connections, community with students

eSchool News

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Educators who use technology as part of their teaching practice report that they are more aware of their students’ individual needs (61 percent) and more likely to be leveraging technology purposely to tailor learning for their students (61 percent), according to results from a national survey from education nonprofit Gradient Learning.

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Collaborative edtech tools are changing the game for student engagement

eSchool News

JUNE 8, 2023

Key points: Adopting collaborative edtech tools creates a dynamic classroom environment Students often are more engaged when teachers take on a guiding role rather than a purely instructive one What’s been lacking in education up to now? The discussion extends far beyond these well-known online learning tools.

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What I learned building an AI tool for my own kids (and millions more worldwide)

eSchool News

APRIL 25, 2025

Key points: Building an app for kids came with unique challenges A new era for teachers as AI disrupts instruction With AI coaching, a math platform helps students tackle tough concepts For more news on AI tools for kids, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub A recent survey found that 88 percent of U.S.

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Students need–and deserve–a globalized curriculum

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Key points: In preparing students for the modern workforce, think globally A globalized curriculum helps children learn without barriers See related article: 10 things schools need to do to build students’ networks For more news on global learning, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching page Learning should be lifelong.

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Students need freedom to develop critical skills with edtech

eSchool News

MARCH 31, 2023

After decades of working with educational technology, I’ve come to the realization that technology will have its greatest impact in the classroom when educators allow learners to use digital technology as a self-directed learning tool. Similarly, today’s digital tools can be used to replace repetitive and rote mental tasks.

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3 ways to strengthen your student data privacy compliance strategy

eSchool News

OCTOBER 21, 2021

To proactively thwart these attempts to steal student data, states such as New York are passing legislation that requires school districts to adhere to stipulated student data privacy compliance regulations. Continuously monitor what your students and teachers are using on their school devices.

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9 ways collaborative learning benefits teachers and students

eSchool News

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been around for many years, but the introduction of ChatGPT in November 2022 has generated many discussions of how this technology can impact education – both how students learn and how educators teach. Students may know how to use some technology, but not all. Most of the time, this is not true.

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5 steps to help students with reading-based learning differences

eSchool News

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Key points: Dyslexic students often incur additional stress in the classroom Using different learning tools and regular communication can help students’ comfort levels See related article: The intersection of the science of reading and edtech Reading-based learning differences such as dyslexia can pose unique challenges for students in school.

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Edtech leaders see expanding roles as concerns over AI and cybersecurity increase

eSchool News

MAY 13, 2025

The loss of E-rate funding would cut off access to essential digital learning tools and online resources. Managing the complexities of modernized infrastructure, safeguarding student data privacy and integrating technological innovations have given edtech leaders a uniquely comprehensive perspective on the K-12 digital ecosystem.

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Rethinking student assessment: Tools and strategies for meaningful evaluation

eSchool News

APRIL 10, 2025

According to a recent study, over 60 percent of educators believe traditional assessments fail to fully measure student understanding. With the rise of digital tools, teachers now have innovative ways to assess learning that provide deeper insights and engage students more meaningfully.

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Movement and learning combine to spark student success

eSchool News

MARCH 27, 2020

So when we find learning tools that engage students and also serve multiple purposes, it’s a huge bonus. That’s just what I discovered when I began using an interactive video series that gets students up and moving while they’re learning core content. Teachers never have enough hours in the day.

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5 digital resources to inspire curiosity and engage students

eSchool News

APRIL 30, 2024

During that time, I have enjoyed working with the staff, students, parents, and community members to thoughtfully integrate technology into the classrooms. As educators, it is incumbent upon us to spark students’ curiosity so that they will engage with instruction. Students love them because they are interesting and engaging.

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Lax NYC school cell phone policies put burden on teachers, leave students confused

eSchool News

JULY 2, 2024

Some teachers create their own rules, from zero-tolerance approaches like confiscation to more relaxed policies like allowing phones unless a class devolves into chaos, according to Stephan Menasche, a senior at the 3,400-student school in Queens. But even some critics of phones understand why students want to hold onto their devices.

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6 ways we boosted literacy platform usage and engaged students

eSchool News

MAY 21, 2024

As soon as we did the training for our new program, Lexia PowerUp Literacy, the teachers loved that they could see which students were and weren’t working in the program. At that point, teachers really began to understand the value of using the literacy tool. Give students autonomy. Use the program as an intervention tool.

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Lightboards as a Learning Tool in Adult Asynchronous Online Learning

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 4, 2024

Planning how to deliver the video is critical to maximizing learning through short video segments of four to 12 minutes to maximize memory retention (Bradley, 2016). Formative assessments in the form of knowledge check questions can be used after a lightboard video to informally assess student knowledge of the video example.

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Los Angeles Unified School District Chooses ClassVR from Avantis Education to Bring Immersive Virtual Reality Learning to Students

eSchool News

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Chicago — Los Angeles Unified School District (Los Angeles Unified) has chosen ClassVR from Avantis Education, a global leader in educational virtual and augmented reality (VR/AR) technology, to introduce groundbreaking immersive learning experiences to students.

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Career-connected learning builds a more employable, future-ready generation

eSchool News

MAY 2, 2025

Had Maslow been an educator, he might have reconsidered the foundation of our education system to one that would align student aptitudes and interests to sustain the rapidly changing workforce. Students are rarely guided toward career paths that match their aptitudes (or natural talents). It could be applied here, too.

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Engaging Presidents’ Day videos for students

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Though schools are closed on Presidents’ Day, discussing topics related to the holiday is a great way to engage students in their learning, taking historical processes and events and linking them to the present. Teachers can use TED-Ed Lessons to liven up long days and highlight students’ different personal interests.

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An Active Reading Strategy for Any Learning Landscape

Catlin Tucker

MARCH 28, 2021

Unfortunately, I worry that students internalize these moments and assume they are not good readers when they don’t understand a text. Their approach contrasts with classic reading comprehension questions, which students typically respond to after completing a reading assignment. Do they agree, disagree, or are they unsure?

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K-12 Students Access 100 Million+ Digital Books from their Schools with Sora Reading App

eSchool News

JUNE 7, 2022

CLEVELAND – June 7, 2022 – Digital book access for reading and listening for K-12 students has reached a milestone. Students using the free Sora student reading app have now accessed more than 100 million books from their school’s digital collections since Sora launched in 2018. Thank you, Sora, for making reading fun!”.

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How instructional audio amps up physical education classes

eSchool News

MAY 19, 2025

Clear verbal and nonverbal communication build trust and respect, making students feel heard and helping them more effectively develop motor skills. These grab and go units include wireless microphones that teachers and students use to amplify their voices as they move about a room.

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Tips for Designing an Online Lesson Using the 5 Es Instructional Model

Catlin Tucker

MARCH 8, 2020

What happens if students have to stay home for days or even weeks? How can we keep them learning remotely? What strategies and technology tools can teachers leverage to take their traditional classes online? Covid 19 has educators and educational institutions worried about and preparing for possible school closures.

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New McGraw Hill Assessment Solution Helps Teachers Support Students Who Have Fallen Behind Following COVID-19 Disruptions

eSchool News

AUGUST 19, 2020

As teachers prepare for classes to resume this fall, McGraw Hill today announced the launch of McGraw Hill Rise , a new reading and math supplement with embedded assessment and personalization to help educators identify and address individual learning gaps for each student. this fall. . . this fall. . . McGraw Hill.

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Crunch the Numbers—New Data on Student Tech Use; Chromebook Predictions; And the Impact of Pandemic Relief Funds

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

. “Born connected: The rise of the AI generation”, reveals the app use and technology habits of children aged 4-18, detailing trends in screen time, social media and communications, mobile gaming, online entertainment, learning tools, and for the first time in the report’s history, use of artificial intelligence tools.

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A district gets creative as it distributes iPads to students during lockdown

eSchool News

OCTOBER 4, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic is far from over, and that means educators across the globe are still finding inventive and innovative ways to support and teach students in classrooms, during hybrid instruction, and in virtual settings. Keep reading to discover how this district keeps learning going in the middle of a global pandemic.

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GoGuardian Launches Pear Deck Learning, a Comprehensive Ecosystem of Innovative Learning Tools

eSchool News

JANUARY 22, 2024

Available now to school districts nationwide, Pear Deck Learning offers a comprehensive ecosystem of tools for instruction, engagement, assessment, and intervention that is rooted in learning science and designed to help K-12 classrooms — teachers and students alike — achieve their full potential. million students.

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Sora “Content Bundles” Feature Empowers Educators to Easily Reserve Digital Books for Specific Students

eSchool News

JANUARY 18, 2022

This new feature allows educators to reserve and bundle digital books from their school’s Sora collection, offering exclusive access for select students based on specific scenarios. This provides us with so many options to filter content to meet specific district, classroom and learning needs.”. Learn more about Content Bundles.

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Delaware Ensures Every Student Has Digital Access to Curriculum and Choice Reading Titles

eSchool News

JULY 22, 2021

The Delaware Department of Education (DDOE) announced an agreement with OverDrive Education to provide access to online books to every K-12 student in the state. Students use their school credentials to read required and recreational digital books in the Sora student reading app.

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How students are really using AI tools: What schools need to know

6 engaging digital learning tools

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5 innovative ways educators are using digital learning tools

7 fun digital learning tools to try in the classroom

Why multimedia learning tools are a critical part of classrooms

12 multimedia learning tools for the classroom

7 under-the-radar digital learning tools to try this fall

8 digital learning tools for 2022

8 fun digital learning tools for the new school year

Lights, camera, literacy: Student-created book reviews inspire a global reading culture

4 edtech tools that can transform student teamwork

Why educational robotics is a critical STEM learning tool

5 immersive learning tools for the classroom

Savvas Realize Earns Award for Best Remote and Blended Learning Tools

Review: 3 Best Online Learning Tools to Boost Remote Instruction

Teachers using technology report stronger connections, community with students

Collaborative edtech tools are changing the game for student engagement

What I learned building an AI tool for my own kids (and millions more worldwide)

Students need–and deserve–a globalized curriculum

Students need freedom to develop critical skills with edtech

3 ways to strengthen your student data privacy compliance strategy

9 ways collaborative learning benefits teachers and students

5 steps to help students with reading-based learning differences

Edtech leaders see expanding roles as concerns over AI and cybersecurity increase

Rethinking student assessment: Tools and strategies for meaningful evaluation

Movement and learning combine to spark student success

5 digital resources to inspire curiosity and engage students

Lax NYC school cell phone policies put burden on teachers, leave students confused

6 ways we boosted literacy platform usage and engaged students

Lightboards as a Learning Tool in Adult Asynchronous Online Learning

Los Angeles Unified School District Chooses ClassVR from Avantis Education to Bring Immersive Virtual Reality Learning to Students

Career-connected learning builds a more employable, future-ready generation

Engaging Presidents’ Day videos for students

An Active Reading Strategy for Any Learning Landscape

K-12 Students Access 100 Million+ Digital Books from their Schools with Sora Reading App

How instructional audio amps up physical education classes

Tips for Designing an Online Lesson Using the 5 Es Instructional Model

Popular Ebooks and Audiobooks Keep Students Reading All Summer Long

New McGraw Hill Assessment Solution Helps Teachers Support Students Who Have Fallen Behind Following COVID-19 Disruptions

Crunch the Numbers—New Data on Student Tech Use; Chromebook Predictions; And the Impact of Pandemic Relief Funds

A district gets creative as it distributes iPads to students during lockdown

GoGuardian Launches Pear Deck Learning, a Comprehensive Ecosystem of Innovative Learning Tools

Sora “Content Bundles” Feature Empowers Educators to Easily Reserve Digital Books for Specific Students

Delaware Ensures Every Student Has Digital Access to Curriculum and Choice Reading Titles

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