5 ways to create a community of learners
5 ways to create a community of learners
Remote learning makes relationship-building more challenging--here are some ideas that can help
Class Size Matters: Understanding the Link Between Class Size and Student Achievement
The discussion about the importance of class size has been ongoing for decades. While some still argue that class size ... Read more
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Barco wePresent in the classroom to share content from any device
This “open” innovation may indicate the future of learning
There are several terms you should know. Credentialing. Micro-Credentialing. Badging. But the one you should get very familiar with is Open Badges.
Why keeping parents and kids connected in the early years is critical
A childcare teacher explains how her center involves even the busiest working parents in their children’s day.
How to measure edtech impact in the ESSA era
New guidelines help clarify how research is conducted and information presented to users of edtech products based on the changes brought by ESSA.
4 ways to improve STEM professional development
How teacher buy-in and excitement were evidenced in a variety of ways during and after teacher-led STEM PD training
How to reach high achievement through listening skills
How building up our listening ability can assist us in achieving at high levels in our schools.
6 tips for making educational travel attainable for all students
When considering educational travel for your students, start by determining how much money is needed and what deadlines need to be met.
3 ways to reimagine learning spaces
As learning needs change, learning spaces and their design are following suit.
Are these preschools changing the future?
Do online preschools offer the same learning benefits to children and cost savings to family budgets that online ed claims to offer for older learners?
Fact or fiction: Devices stunt SEL
Documentary explores impact of mobile device screen time on student well-being, SEL.
7 tools for global learning you can use right now
As learning goes global, these tools and apps can help set students up for success.
Why combining assessments and LMS technology is essential
When paired with an LMS, assessments don’t just measure student learning—they provide a powerful means for improving learning itself.
Media specialist: These are “My Tech Essentials” to make students’ voices heard globally
Media specialist creates a "Peace Prize" project that collects votes from all around the world.
Teachers: How to use your voice for a positive school culture
The use of voice in collaboration, coaching, facilitation and leadership is a piece of what each leader and teacher does daily.
Learn how these model districts implemented personalized learning
Reading, math show dramatic gains in annual analysis.
6 ways video technologies are fundamentally shaping education
New survey reveals extent to which video technologies have impacted teaching and learning in K-12 and higher-ed classrooms.
Poll: How has technology impacted the future of work?
Americans respond to questions focusing on how technology is impacting education and opportunities.
6 grants to support edtech and educational innovation
If you need a funding boost, these grants could help your school or district.
ISTE issues Digital Citizenship Week challenge
Use new ISTE resources to explore what it means to be a good citizen in a digital world.
Teacher: These are “My Tech Essentials” for a 1:1 Classroom
Within a 1:1 classroom, these 3 technologies make the grade.
New partnership to promote the 16 Habits of Mind
State-of-the-art animations "Bring to Life" research-proven habits of mind for students in kindergarten through 2nd grade.
Do you know about the “Trump Effect” on public education?
Annual survey demonstrates partisan views on key education trends.
Why we need to change the teacher vs. tech narrative
The future of learning technology is not replacing teachers, but amplifying their ability to meet the learning needs of their students.
What education inspiration looks like on a global basis
Microsoft's Imagine Cup is just a small representation of the vast amount of innovative talent around the world who use technology to solve future challenges.
A tale of two states’ computer science programs
Computer science is becoming more essential to future jobs; but are students developing the skills they need?
10 ways Google is making Classroom and Forms easier for teachers this school year
This year, Google is sending teachers back to school with updates designed to help them do what they do best—teach.
To turn around schools, first turn around the principals
A superintendent outlines the PD plan he is using to model and support excellence for principals in failing schools.
Fascinating library project has students award peace prize
A media specialist’s grade-wide interdisciplinary project shows students that their voices have power around the world.
Here’s how you tie spending to student outcomes—with big success
A Chief Financial Officer shares how his district office moved from 500-page PDFs to real-time financial analysis.
Breaking: Microsoft just made its biggest education investment in history
New summer STEM courses, technology released by Microsoft are designed to empower the students of today to create the world of tomorrow.
9 steps to better online assessments
As online assessments increase across the nation, tools and guides are helping administrators navigate the sometimes-confusing assessment landscape.
Why education needs strong advocates now more than ever
Like springtime, the education world is coming alive with ideas and strong voices that refuse to take ‘no’ for an answer.
6 tips for a successful one-to-one rollout
Educators share their advice when it comes to planning and deploying one-to-one programs.
Warning: These fraud attacks are wreaking havoc on education
Colleges, school districts become latest victims in W-2 fraud attacks—here’s how to stay safe.
Teacher-loved upcoming conference has incredible number of registrants
Collaboration, innovation-focused CUE conference likened to the Star Wars convention for teachers and administrators.
Virtual inclusion helps this district commit to all students–no matter what
The eSchool Media and Xirrus Innovate to Educate Grand Prize Winner offers lessons learned from a virtual inclusion pilot
Teachers in one district urged to learn in their pajamas
When the weather gets rough, technology and pajamas help teachers with PD days.
Resource Library:
The Complete Guide to Computer Science Education for Elementary Classrooms
Introducing computer science at the elementary level gives young learners a strong foundation for the future. By learning tech skills early, students are set up for success in school and…
Take measure of your mathematics practices
DNA Mathematics professional development empowers educators to master the mathematics being taught in classrooms. To exemplify the benefits of DNA Mathematics, download our FREE white paper now to learn a…
Enhance PreK-5 STEAM and CS Instruction with playful, screen-free robotics!
Research shows that young students learn STEAM and Computer Science best with hands-on, playful experiences. Meet KIBO, the screen-free robot, where students problem solve, engineer, collaborate, and develop their computational…