eSchool News

DECEMBER 20, 2022

This year’s 9th most-read story focuses on instructional strategies for better student engagement. Student engagement has long been an indicator of growth and progress, and in the wake of the pandemic, it will prove essential for academic and social-emotional recovery. 4: Hands-on learning.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Key points: Tying classroom decor to learning themes is great for student engagement The psychology of classroom management 3 pillars for building a positive classroom culture For more news on classroom management, see eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Teachers have their own preferences and approach when it comes to classroom decor.

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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? What is student engagement? Let’s see how.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 28, 2023

This year’s 2nd most-read story focuses on literacy and student engagement. In this episode of Innovations in Education , Madeleine Mortimore, Global Education Innovation and Research Lead for Logitech details how classroom technologies, if used properly, can increase student engagement and ultimately test scores.

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eSchool News

JULY 1, 2024

Lego Education hosted a breakfast panel on ISTE Day #1 devoted to one of the most perplexing post-pandemic problems for schools—how to keep kids’ attention. Karen Cheser, Superintendent of Durango School District (CO) described creating inclusive environments and providing access to educational resources in a rural setting.

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eSchool News

JUNE 3, 2025

/PRNewswire/ — BirminghamCity Schools (BCS) is spearheading an innovative research initiative to explore the critical link between student motivation and math performance. Even well-proven benefits are often lost when students simply fail to engage at the necessary levels. Visit MINDEducation.org.

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eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2025

Charlotte, NC Discovery Education , the creators of indispensable K-12 learning solutions used in classrooms around the world, today announced an exciting new slate of standards-aligned educational content and instructional resources for Back-to-School 2025 that will inspire teachers and engage students.

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Faculty Focus

MAY 29, 2025

Our university has been quite pleased with the outcomes and publicityalong with a sizable donation to one of our schools as a thank you. The post How to Significantly Improve Student Engagement and Retained Learning in Higher Education appeared first on Faculty Focus | Higher Ed Teaching & Learning.

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eSchool News

MAY 22, 2025

While we often discuss how absenteeism affects students, we rarely acknowledge its devastating impact on the educators who show up every day to empty chairs. The hidden toll of empty seats When students miss school, teachers don’t just move forward with fewer students in the room.

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k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

Its a familiar story for many parentswatching their child struggle in school, knowing they are capable but somehow unable to thrive in a traditional classroom. They envisioned a school where children who didnt fit the standard mold could still succeed, not just academically but socially and emotionally.

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eSchool News

MAY 3, 2023

During emergency teaching, the innovative educators I work with sought to implement any edtech tool that purported to help keep students engaged in learning. Today, edtech is as much a part of the fabric of instruction as pencils and paper. More edtech is not the answer.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 2, 2024

Key Takeaways New Mystery Writing Initiative : Mystery Science is launching a new writing curriculum for grades 3-5, offering a free trial for the upcoming school year. This initiative is intended to complement their existing K-5 science curriculum and focus on improving literacy through engaging, hands-on activities.

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eSchool News

MAY 15, 2024

But it’s not all bad–educators found success as they dedicated their efforts to improving student engagement and achievement, creating community-based approaches to learning, and inspiring students to become lifelong learners. Students already see the connection and understand why it’s important.

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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. Virtual labs and simulations allow students to conduct experiments that might be difficult or unsafe to perform in a classroom.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 24, 2025

Lunch hours are spent hunched over smartphones, and after-school time means less sports and more Snapchat. The adverse effects of this excessive screen time have significantly impacted students social- emotional health. The students were excited to be heard, explained Nikki Otero Lockwood, SPS board president.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

They unite students, families, educators, and local organizations, fostering a sense of belonging and collaboration. Schools affect so many things around them, from property values to workforce development to the future of the children they serve–the next generation of community leaders, workers, and citizens.

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eSchool News

JUNE 6, 2024

Key points: Light-touch, low-cost interventions focused on attendance can pay dividends Student success is impacted by issues outside of school, survey finds How bullying contributes to K-12 student absenteeism For more news on student success, visit eSN’s SEL & Well-Being hub One surefire way to support student success?

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eSchool News

APRIL 16, 2024

Moreover, an increasing number of cloud-based AI solutions offer scalable and cost-effective ways to bring advanced educational tools to schools everywhere, gradually leveling the playing field. Challenge #4: Student engagement, or a lack thereof The challenge of engaging students is not new, but AI offers novel solutions.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 3, 2022

Many educators were forced to rethink how to keep students engaged, and pandemic-era learning has only further highlighted the importance of differentiated instruction. Closed captioning with videos can also enhance student engagement in the classroom.

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eSchool News

JULY 12, 2024

The report offers insight into how teachers’ perceptions of AI use in the classroom have evolved since the start of the 2023–24 school year. Schools should continue to prioritize effective AI implementation to fully realize its potential to enhance educational outcomes.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 27, 2024

Key points: What priorities will be a focal point in the new school year? Vrain Valley School District, we will continue to provide our teachers with ample opportunities to collaborate, discuss, and share resources and strategies to enhance their understanding of AI and the potential benefits of AI tools. . This year at St.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 15, 2024

students who wouldn’t see college as the automatic next step after high school. This insight sparked a year-long project to redesign our high school model. This insight sparked a year-long project to redesign our high school model. These big picture changes will transform our high schools.

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eSchool News

JUNE 11, 2024

Ending the year on a strong note not only celebrates the achievements of students and staff but also sets the stage for a successful transition into the next academic year. Here are five strategies that school leaders can implement to accomplish this goal. Consider organizing wellness days or retreats.

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Catlin Tucker

DECEMBER 9, 2021

We talk a lot about student engagement in education. Most educators got into this profession for the students, and, as a result, we want their experience to be as engaging and positive as possible. There is far less written about teacher engagement, even though teacher engagement and student engagement are reciprocal.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Even if a student doesn’t select a career in STEM, the soft skills they will learn at a STEM-focused school (critical thinking, teamwork, problem-solving and more) will serve them well in whatever they choose to do in life. At Chesapeake Lighthouse Foundation, our STEM model sets us apart from other traditional school districts.

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eSchool News

MAY 27, 2025

Awareness alone isnt enough–what students on the spectrum benefit from environments where their needs are understood, respected, and supported with purpose. Seventy-four percent of autistic students in the U.S. These arent just soft skills–they are essential for navigating school and life.

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Teacher Toms Blog

MAY 28, 2025

"Generation Alpha" is what we're calling children born since 2010, which covers everyone from 0-25, the group that is currently being "schooled." I've been in education long enough now to know that this concern about students not being "where they need to be" is an alarm that's sounded with each generation. I blame the schools.

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k12 Digest

APRIL 26, 2025

In the rolling hills of Southwestern Pennsylvania, nestled among 350 acres of natural beauty, lies The Kiski School , a place where tradition meets transformation. The school offers a timeless boarding school experience where a tight-knit community forges lifelong friendships. Kiskis approach goes beyond academics.

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eSchool News

MARCH 4, 2024

Even mainstream media has picked up on the trend and called it the fastest-growing segment of schooling. But broadly speaking, this parent-power movement is creating a flourish of different schooling arrangements as parents want to ensure their children make progress in their development. My read is slightly different.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 5, 2023

And that makes sense–as systemic as some issues facing our education system are, every school, class, and student is unique. Students today are more distracted and disengaged than ever, all while they’re spending an average of 95 minutes every single day on TikTok alone. There’s an entire school of thought on this.

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eSchool News

APRIL 11, 2023

Poptential course packages boost student engagement by using a variety of pop culture media to illustrate concepts, including those taken from sitcoms, movies, animations, cartoons, late-night shows, and other sources. Click to tweet. More information is available at poptential.org.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Key points: School libraries have evolved to offer students and teachers everything they need See article: Modern students need modern librarians See article: 10 reasons we love school librarians For more news on school libraries, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching page What makes an effective school library?

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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. To learn more visit [link] and www.classvr.com.

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 8, 2020

Covid 19 has educators and educational institutions worried about and preparing for possible school closures. What happens if students have to stay home for days or even weeks? I have fielded multiple questions about the best ways to engage students and leverage online learning tools if schools close for a period of time.

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eSchool News

MAY 28, 2024

Newark Public Schools wants to see a districtwide expansion of an artificial intelligence tutoring tool after it was piloted at First Avenue School last year, as the district searches for ways to help students catch up from pandemic learning loss. The strategy here is not to do it in any one school only,” León added.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Angela Fleck says this was the typical scene last year in the sixth grade social studies classes she teaches at Glover Middle School in Spokane, Washington: Nearly every student had a smartphone, and many of them would regularly sneak glances at the devices, which they kept tucked behind a book or just under their desks.

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eSchool News

MARCH 5, 2025

High schools can fulfill this goal by giving students opportunities to explore a wide range of career options in the courses they provide. Taking career-related courses in high school doesnt just broaden students horizons. It also helps them narrow their choices.

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