Using VR to radically improve learning outcomes
eSchool News
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
“When will I ever use this?” ” Math students have been asking educators this very question for decades.
Assessment Techniques to Improve Learning Outcomes
Teach Hub
MAY 19, 2025
Assessment is an essential part of instruction and plays a key role in every students learning journey. When used intentionally and thoughtfully, assessments can do so much more than measure learning; they can improve it. Setting clear, student-friendly learning targets sets the foundation for strong assessments.
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Blended Learning: What It Is and What It Is Not
Catlin Tucker
JULY 19, 2021
The pandemic has elevated the phrase “blended learning.” ” When schools closed or shifted to hybrid schedules, many institutions turned to blended learning to navigate the new demands placed on teachers and educational institutions. What Blended Learning Is. Let’s start with a clear definition.
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Gale In Context: Literature Launches to Promote Critical Thinking Skills and Better Learning Outcomes in ELA for High School Students
eSchool News
JUNE 9, 2023
The company has launched Gale In Context: Literature, a new resource for literature instruction and learning that helps high schoolers engage and thrive in English language arts (ELA). Gale, part of Cengage Group, believes in the power and joy of learning. Read our blog about why English teachers will love Gale In Context: Literature.
Bite-Size Learning, Big Results: Why Microlearning is the Future of Education
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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Balance Instruction and Feedback with Blended Learning
Catlin Tucker
MARCH 23, 2022
When I facilitate blended learning workshops, I ask participants to think about these three roles and identify the role they spend the most time and energy in. Hattie’s and Timperley’s (2007) research on feedback identified it as having a significant impact on student achievement and learning. Blended learning can help!
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Q&A: Using Student Data to Improve Equity and Learning Outcomes
EdTech Magazine
MAY 6, 2021
While some K–12 districts in the nation are still experiencing low minority student enrollment in Advanced Placement classes, Westerville North High School is not among them. The district increased black student enrollment in AP classes by 600 percent back in 2006.
Teacher Engagement Part I: Understanging Cognitive Engagement in Blended Learning Environments
Catlin Tucker
DECEMBER 22, 2021
Teachers Find their Role as Designer of Learning Experiences Cognitively Engaging. In my research on teacher engagement in blended learning environments, the most significant factor impacting cognitive engagement was a teacher’s work as a designer of learning experiences. Teachers as Architects of Learning Experiences.
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Designing For Deeper Learning: Identifying Challenges and Prototyping Solutions
Catlin Tucker
MARCH 28, 2023
What barriers make designing for deeper learning in schools challenging? In today’s rapidly changing educational landscape, educators face numerous challenges when designing instruction that promotes deeper learning for all students. How can teachers weave social-emotional learning (SEL) skills into the fabric of their lessons?
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Research shows significant learning via scholastic esports
eSchool News
JULY 1, 2020
There’s a big difference between programs that incorporate only gameplay and tournaments, and those that intentionally incorporate learning into the esports environment. She and a team of researchers have just completed several empirical studies on student behaviors and learning specific to NASEF’s scholastic-based structured environment.
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TEL Education Makes Learning Visible with Student Learning Dashboard
eSchool News
MARCH 16, 2021
Students often struggle to make connections between what they learn in their college courses and the skills they need to be successful after graduation. Rob Reynolds, “One of the biggest challenges in today’s education environments is that, for many students, learning has become a ‘black box’ of sorts. Why do I need to know this?
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5 essential digital learning reads
eSchool News
NOVEMBER 22, 2023
Key points: Digital learning is a key part of students’ school experiences As technology evolves, so, too, do students’ learning opportunities See related article: Is AI the future of education? Edtech tools, connected learning experiences, and 21st-century skills all play a role in preparing students for the future.
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Friday 5: Personalized learning
eSchool News
MAY 17, 2024
Key points: Personalized learning is a strong classroom strategy for achievement Agency and self-direction: Giving students a voice 3 simple strategies to supercharge student growth For more news on personalization, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub A one-size-fits-all classroom is a thing of the past.
Gale In Context: For Educators Launches New Teacher Learning Center
eSchool News
JANUARY 26, 2021
The company has launched Gale In Context: For Educators’ new Learning Center , an on-demand professional learning hub for finding, organizing and learning how to teach – virtually or in-person – using the content created within For Educators. Gale, a Cengage company, believes in the power and joy of learning.
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Post-pandemic, a new era of teaching and learning
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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How learning science informs edtech product development
eSchool News
FEBRUARY 7, 2023
It’s no secret that the pandemic shift to remote learning resulted in boom times for edtech. But is all that money well spent on learning products with proven efficacy in the classroom, or are those billions going toward technology for technology’s sake?
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6 benefits of immersive learning with the metaverse
eSchool News
MARCH 14, 2023
It can deliver greater immersive learning for students while also creating some new and exciting teaching opportunities. For educators, it is crucial to not only understand what the metaverse is and its uses within education but to also realize the benefits of immersive learning with the metaverse.
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Equitable access to AI in classrooms is a problem–the solution is professional learning
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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Family support is key to closing learning gaps
eSchool News
FEBRUARY 20, 2025
Eighty-seven percent of educators believe this could be the top area for additional support to address learning losses. Other top causes for learning gaps include mental health and social-emotional struggles (38 percent) and lack of students completing their homework or studying (35 percent).
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3 simple ways educators and families can accelerate math learning
eSchool News
JULY 14, 2023
At the same time, administrators, teachers, and parents are finding new ways to help these students address learning loss. During my 20+ years in K–12 education, I’ve seen technology play a growing role in making learning more accessible and effective. Extend learning into the home.
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The four promises of school: Building a future-focused, student-centered learning environment
eSchool News
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
Joy: Cultivating a love for learning Imagine a school where students eagerly anticipate each day, where learning is synonymous with excitement and discovery. This joy in learning lays the groundwork for lifelong educational enthusiasm and resilience. This vision underscores the first promise of Joy.
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The Station Rotation Model: Arrange Your Furniture to Maximize Focus and Engagement
Catlin Tucker
APRIL 5, 2023
Research has shown that the way furniture is arranged in a classroom can significantly impact student behavior and learning outcomes (Granito & Santana, 2016; Parks, Corno & Cozzone, 2017). Want to learn more about the station rotation model? Check out my mini-course.
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TEDx Talk – Education Reimagined: Student-led Learning
Catlin Tucker
JULY 30, 2024
Do you feel like our current approach to teaching and learning is working for either teachers or students? This belief is what drove me to develop my TEDx Talk titled “ Education Reimagined: Student-Led Learning.” If you answered, “no,” we are on the same page. Click the image to watch!
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InstructureCon 2025: Ryan Lufkin, Vice President of Global Academic Strategy, Brings the Skinny
eSchool News
MAY 8, 2025
When the developers of Canvas, the worlds leading web-based learning management system (LMS) software, invite you to a party July 22-24 this year in Spokane, WA you might consider the offer. Learn how newer features like Quick Reassess and Assessment Compare can help you work smarter, not harder!
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Equitable access to digital tools became this district’s COVID learning goal
eSchool News
OCTOBER 29, 2021
Keep reading to discover how this district keeps learning going in the middle of a global pandemic. Pre-pandemic, we learned a lot about how important consistency with all of our tools that we use is, and how we support teachers is going to be key moving forward,” Tarah said. “But Nominee : Woodridge School District 68.
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Early Education Grant Provides STEAM Learning for Jewish Day Schools
eSchool News
JUNE 10, 2021
Current research shows the importance of introducing STEAM learning in early elementary grades to develop computational thinking, confidence, collaboration, and individual expression. Research shows that even the youngest students can learn sequencing and coding in any subject if it is presented in a fun and engaging way.
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Ozobot Brings Learning to Life with MetaBot™ — the First Free Educational Augmented Reality Robot
eSchool News
DECEMBER 12, 2021
REDONDO BEACH, CA – December 8, 2021 – Ozobot, global leader of programmable robotics and STEAM-based learning solutions for K-12 education that empower the next generation of creators, today unveiled its newest innovation – MetaBot – the first free augmented reality (AR) robot for education.
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Austin Independent School District Selects IXL to Support Classroom Instruction and Distance Learning
eSchool News
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
IXL Learning , the K-12 personalized learning platform used by 11 million students, today announced a three-year agreement with Austin Independent School District to bring its adaptive software to approximately 70,000 students. IXL’s TEKS alignment has been independently reviewed by Learning List. About IXL Learning.
How to choose the right digital courses for your students
eSchool News
JANUARY 21, 2025
Understanding your goals helps in prioritizing features that are essential for achieving desired outcomes, such as improving student engagement or accommodating diverse learning needs. To help, Ive put together examples of must-haves, should-haves, and nice-to-haves, with the goal of increasing student performance outcomes.
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How One District Takes STEM Learning to the Next Level
Edsurge
JUNE 10, 2024
Innovative STEM programming requires a willingness to adopt emerging tools and technologies, as well as methodologies like project-based learning. We saw an opportunity to use Minecraft Education as a project-based learning tool in computer science, which is how Level Up Los Angeles was born.
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Birmingham City Schools Leads Groundbreaking Research on Student Motivation and Math Achievement
eSchool News
JUNE 3, 2025
In partnership with sub-awardees WestEd and MIND Education , creators of ST Math , BCS is driving the development of real- time, data-driven insights to improve student engagement and learning outcomes. This three-year initiative is supported by a grant from the Gates Foundation.
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4 ways edtech tools drive student engagement and build classroom culture
eSchool News
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
Key points: Increased student engagement yields better learning outcomes Edtech has a lot of potential to help boost student engagement See related article: With greater access to devices, teachers are folding more tech into instruction As a teacher, I constantly wondered how to get students more engaged in my lessons.
How Can the Metaverse Transform Learning?
Edsurge
OCTOBER 16, 2023
It can facilitate immersive learning environments , allowing educators to craft virtual classrooms or historical settings so that students engage in interactive and captivating lessons. Experiential learning is enhanced , offering a safe platform for hands-on activities like science experiments. I learned early to be open to change.
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Why AI in the classroom needs its own ‘doll test’ 70 years post-Brown
eSchool News
JUNE 13, 2024
Key points: AI chatbots are only as unbiased as the data they’re trained on and the humans who design them 5 key recommendations for AI in education New group targets AI skills in education and the workforce For more on AI in education, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub As we mark the 70th anniversary of the landmark Brown v.
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A 4-step approach to leveraging technology in instruction
eSchool News
APRIL 7, 2022
However, we need to first start with the why of technology to truly address learning outcomes for all students. Technology needs to be evaluated and chosen for its ability to engage students in meaningful and productive ways within a culture of accelerated learning. 4 Steps to Integrating Technology with Purpose.
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3 Tips for Building Community Online
Catlin Tucker
JANUARY 13, 2021
Last week, my class of teacher candidates explored the topic of building an online learning community. We talked about the importance of nurturing a learning community over time and providing regular opportunities for students to engage with each other to build relationships. 3 Go Deeper with a Dialogic Interview Format.
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Tech-less teaching methods could alienate tech-savvy Gen Zs
eSchool News
JANUARY 4, 2024
This call for a blanket ban on phones in the classroom ignores the fact that, for Gen-Z students, tech is a key part of their learning experience. Technology improves learning outcomes in the classroom Of course, there are many reasons as to why people believe that banning phones in the classroom is the right approach.
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3 strategies to maximize ESSER funds
eSchool News
JUNE 10, 2024
With families looking for and considering alternative forms of education and new schools for their children, it’s important to leverage remaining funds to effectively support digital learning initiatives that meet the needs of students, families, and educators.
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Why SEL is the foundation of Future Schools
eSchool News
MAY 30, 2023
One of many post-pandemic truths exposed and emphasized is that learning outcomes suffer without proper student mental health measures. In this episode of Innovations in Education , host Kevin Hogan has a conversation with Sonny Thadani, CEO of Robin , to explore how SEL can be integrated into district policies and school curricula.
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Anthology Sets New Standard in EdTech with Latest Blackboard® LMS Release, Emphasizing AI Literacy, Instructor Efficiency, and Student Success
eSchool News
JULY 26, 2024
Orlando, Florida – Anthology, the leading educational technology company, revealed the latest iteration of its Learning Management System (LMS), Blackboard, at Anthology Together 2024. Previously known as Blackboard Learn, the flagship LMS was recognized for outpacing the competition in feature development for the third consecutive year.
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Is generative AI a beacon for more accessible education?
eSchool News
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
With generative AI emerging as a pivotal element in the dynamic educational landscape of 2023, Imagine Learning conducted the survey to explore the perceptions, current practices, and future aspirations of educators who have already embraced technology in the classroom. “Learning is above all a human endeavor.
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The Hero Awards Program honors standout educators
eSchool News
JUNE 27, 2022
The great education beta test brought on by the pandemic has resulted in discoveries and innovations across education — from distance learning and closing the digital divide, to addressing the need for diversity, equity, and inclusion in schools, and so much more,” Hogan said.
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4 ways online tutoring helps our at-risk, low-income district achieve goals
eSchool News
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
We were already managing low proficiency rates on math and ELA state assessments prior to the pandemic, and the move to remote learning made it even more difficult for teachers to engage with students who couldn’t be on campus.
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The Role of Technology in Personalized Learning
Edsurge
APRIL 3, 2023
Personalized learning has been a buzzword in education since the turn of the century. Defining personalized learning Technology is associated with personalized learning for a variety of reasons. We see personalized learning as students really having agency and ownership in their learning experience,” she shared.
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