k12 Digest

JUNE 24, 2025

More Than Just Academics Learning at ProEd Global School isn’t limited to textbooks. The school is continuously evolving, expanding its curriculum and integrating new technologies to ensure students are prepared for an ever-changing world. Success isn’t just about where you end up—it’s about who you become along the way,” says Llana.

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Edsurge

JUNE 18, 2025

Some said yes, or gave textbook answers such as, “So we can be successful in high school,” or “to grow our brains.” Clark crying and apologizing for being a bad kid, we returned to the question of why. I asked my students, “Do you understand why you learn what you learn in school?” But many, when pushed, said no.

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Faculty Focus

MAY 15, 2025

Dr. Tony Zhang from Gies College of Business offered perspective on AI, ChatBot technology, and ethical academic support tools. Textbook format and cost mattered. Amy Leman, professor in Human Development and Family Studies, helped navigate the IRB process providing insight and guidance.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

Moreover, virtual classrooms often utilize a variety of technological tools that enhance interactivity and collaboration. Another concern is the varying levels of access to technology. This change reflects both the advancements in technology and the increasing availability of information at their fingertips.

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k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

As an Apple Distinguished School, Elmwood integrates technology in ways that feel seamless and empowering. But here, technology isnt a shiny extra. Technology at Elmwood is not a mere add-on, says Matt Perreault, Director of Technology. Technology doesnt get in the way here either. Its a bicycle for the mind.

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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. AEF also integrates cutting-edge technology to enhance personalized learning. Technology-driven learning is also advancing.

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Cult of Pedagogy

MAY 11, 2025

But because this was 1980, and the technologies that could be used to cheat were more advanced than the technology available to detect cheating, there was no definitive proof. Give students examples of proper citation formatting including for AI tools and textbooks and expect students to use them throughout the school year.

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Edsurge

APRIL 28, 2025

We should be offering them to all students as part of their education, just like we offer a ride to school and textbooks to learn from. These meals are critical to ensuring that students are nourished for success, Wick said.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 27, 2025

In Brave New Words , Salman Khan, the visionary behind Khan Academy, explores how artificial intelligence and GPT technology will transform learning, and offers a road map for teachers, parents, and students to navigate this exciting (and sometimes intimidating) new world. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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Edsurge

JULY 2, 2025

A Supreme Court ruling at the end of June handed a major victory to parents who want to opt their children out of lessons that run counter to their religious beliefs, part of a push for parental rights over the finer details of what goes on in classrooms that has gained strength in recent years. Parsing education data into snack-sized servings.

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Edsurge

MAY 7, 2025

Researchers were surprised to learn, Gillis says, that the most-used sources for historical information are not textbooks but online sites run by museums and the federal government, especially the Smithsonian, Library of Congress and National Archives. Textbooks clearly are diminishing in influence, the AHA report states.

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Southwest Washington Education

JULY 5, 2025

Sweden has been reconsidering the role of digital tools, such as tablets, in its education system, particularly in response to concerns about declining reading comprehension skills among students. The country has historically been a leader in digital education, with tablets being a common sight in classrooms for over a decade.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 20, 2017

Some districts purchase the product as a wholesale textbook replacement for their ELA classes. ThinkCERCA jostles with major textbook providers, such as Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, to be the provider of core ELA instructional materials. Teachers teach writing to improve how kids learn.”

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eSchool News

MAY 8, 2017

For decades, schools have been scaling up the technology incorporated into the classroom, from small computer labs designed to teach basic computer skills to student-assigned tablets for more complex, daily assignments (and occasional play). Arguments against Classroom Technology in School. Social limitations. Distractions.

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Edsurge

JULY 26, 2017

Some 25 years ago, three textbook companies heavily dominated the business of providing materials to public K through 12 schools. At this year’s ASU+GSV education technology conference, organizers shared data that showed about 34 percent of nearly 180 companies presenting at the event had a woman founder or CEO.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 26, 2016

Joining Soumakian were Stuart Burt, chief technology officer for Royse City ISD; Doug Brubaker, an assistant superintendent at Garland ISD; and Tom Murray, a former educator and tech director who now helps coordinate the Future Ready Schools project for the Alliance for Excellent Education. What are some of the challenges there?

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Textbooks play a central role in discussions around higher ed affordability , and publishers have long been cast as the villain, pulling in high profits as textbook prices rise. These days some publishers are trying a new sales model they say will save students money: textbook subscription services. higher education product.

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Edsurge

JULY 11, 2024

There’s a new battle raging in the long-running war over costly college textbooks , one that may strike a serious blow to the textbook subscription programs promoted by publishers and criticized by student advocates. Searching for Savings The business of textbooks elicits strong opinions from nearly everyone in higher education.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Millie González and her colleagues aren’t here to argue about whether open educational resources are on par with traditional textbooks?she culturally relevant textbooks? Usually when you hear any discussion about free textbooks, it really talks about just the cost, and what we’re saying is, it goes way beyond that.”

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Edsurge

APRIL 19, 2022

High textbook costs continue to prove a barrier to college for some students, with some studies showing that many students skip textbook purchases even if they worry it’ll harm their grades because of the price tag.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

From interactive apps to virtual environments, these technologies create dynamic educational experiences, preparing students for the demands of the digital age while empowering educators to deliver impactful lessons. How technology helps in teaching and learning Technology revolutionizes K-12 teaching and learning, offering myriad benefits.

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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

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Key points: Technology is not without its pitfalls–and equity is a big issue Learn more about K-12 Tech Innovation News Discover The Impact of Technology on Education While technology has revolutionized K-12 education, its integration has not been without challenges.

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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. About Continental Han Feng Network Technology (CHF). VHS Learning courses are designed from the start to be conducted using online best practices.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 18, 2021

It’s designed for learners who are interested in hands-on experiences, problem-solving, and discovery over non-traditional methods like reading textbooks and listening to lectures from a professor. Immersive learning is meant to mimic the real world by providing students with an environment that is as close to reality as possible.

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 20, 2020

Traditional textbooks or workbooks provide limited means of interacting with information. Similarly, teachers may want to explore the tools available in the technology tools they are already using with students. Physical Action.

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eSchool News

MAY 26, 2022

SILVER SPRING, MD (Thursday, May 26, 2022) —The Aim Academy of Science and Technology in Minneapolis, MN, today announced it has selected Discovery Education — the worldwide edtech leader whose state-of-the-art digital platform supports learning wherever it takes place— to support science and social studies instruction in all grades.

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 28, 2021

It doesn’t matter whether a student reads a story for English, a chapter in a textbook for science or math, or an online article for history; they need to be actively thinking about what they are reading. This model is a great option for teachers who want to integrate technology in a meaningful way in a traditional class.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

Increased use of immersive technologies. As the technologies become more affordable and available, we expect to see their usage increase dramatically in K-12 education. We’ve been seeing more schools across the board adopting integrated learning solutions that combine print materials and textbooks with digital aids.

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Blended Learning Textbooks Education History 279

eSchool News

JUNE 9, 2022

As new VR technologies emerge, educators at all levels are finding new applications to augment the classroom experience – and for good reason. VR allows educators to move past pages in a textbook to create totally immersive experiences that stimulate and inspire students.

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Social Studies Education Textbooks History 332

eSchool News

JUNE 27, 2022

If the pandemic has taught us anything, it’s that we must invest in educational technology. When schools use technology to improve the quality and quantity of educational content, learners will thrive. 3D technologies can help support a differentiated approach to instruction. Increased Student Engagement.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Key points: Educational technology plays a critical role in the classroom Education technology boosts student learning Stay up to date on the latest in education technology Educational technology transforms learning by increasing engagement, personalizing instruction, and expanding access to resources.

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Educational Technologies Technology Textbooks Education 130

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

Verizon has committed over $3 billion to help schools pay for technology, hoping “to leave no student behind.” Namely, many people think access to technology simply boils down to whether students have a working device and a reliable internet connection. Since the shift to remote learning in spring 2020, schools in the U.S.

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eSchool News

APRIL 6, 2021

Discovery Education and Keysight Technologies, Inc. NYSE: KEYS), a leading technology company that delivers advanced design and validation solutions to help accelerate innovation to connect and secure the world, have launched an innovative new public-private partnership that supports student learning and builds academic confidence.

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eSchool News

APRIL 18, 2025

Nearly 2 in 3 K-12 teachers (63 percent) say they (or their school district) have incorporated GenAI technology into their teaching process compared to 49 percent of higher-ed instructors. textbook readings) (30 percent) and visuals (e.g., images included in textbooks and digital content) (29 percent).

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Key points: Technology can be a boon for classroom processes Education technology boosts student learning Stay up to date on the latest in education technology Educational technology improves efficiency in the classroom by streamlining administrative tasks, facilitating real-time assessments, and automating grading.

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Technology Textbooks Feedback Teaching Methods 130

eSchool News

JUNE 18, 2022

June 17, 2022 — Benetech, the leading software for social good nonprofit, today announced two significant AI initiatives to reduce barriers to STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) education and employment for people with disabilities and learning and thinking differences. AI for Accessible Math and Textbooks.

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