Flipped learning takes a big step forward
5 ways to create a community of learners
Remote learning makes relationship-building more challenging--here are some ideas that can help
School district invents custom charging solution for all schools
A Texas district is partnering with LocknCharge to create a new mobile device charging station for Chromebooks.
First national academic 3D printing conference launches
Agenda explores the expanding role of 3D printing as a digital fabrication tool for college faculty, K-12 educators, and informal education leaders.
How to address executive function skills in the classroom—and why you should
The key to student achievement may lie in first developing a set of cognitive processes that enable students to manage information and complete tasks.
New MakerBot program launches for teachers
New MakerBot program allows educators to promote the use of 3D printing in their classrooms, participate in challenges, and receive support from MakerBot.
First-ever online library of edtech pricing data launches for school districts
Consortium's Data Platform allows members to see peer reviews and the actual prices paid by districts.
After ethics review, Senate postpones vote for Betsy DeVos
A spokesman for Washington Sen. Patty Murray said the senator is concerned that members will not have a chance to have their questions answered before the vote.
5 state policies to sustain computer science education
A new report examines the ways state policies can buoy computer science education efforts
5 ways to make thinking visible
Alan November webinar gives advice on how to incorporate new ways of determining whether students have understood what they were taught.
New Google Classroom features make it easier to learn, teach, manage, and build
As everyone heads back to school to start the new semester, users will find new Google Classroom updates designed specifically for them.
The best PD webinars of 2016—did you watch?
The 2016 results are in. Who is participating the most in professional learning webinars? Early childhood educators!
Georgia students leverage Parchment to improve college access
High school and college students across the state of Georgia are leveraging simple solutions every day to improve their access to their next educative journey. Parchment, a leading…
Can $47M help improve universities’ principal training?
District administrators say university principal programs need to improve A new five-year, $47 million initiative from the Wallace Foundation will ... Read more
Boxlight introduces ultra short throw interactive projector
BOXLIGHT has announced the release of the latest in its interactive projector series – the ProjectoWrite12. There are two versions in the P12 series, including finger or pen…
New app launches for online video coaching
A new iOS app from Edthena, a video coaching platform for classroom observation, lets teachers upload video of classroom instruction directly from mobile devices. “Our new app now…
Partnership will develop solar energy education
Kansas City-based energy company Brightergy and global nonprofit Women in Solar Energy (WISE) are announcing their partnership to develop KidSun. KidSun will be an energy education program built…
Media companies partner for bilingual early childhood ed
Highlights for Children, a family media brand and publisher of the best-read children’s magazines in North America, and the Hispanic Information and Telecommunications Network, Inc. (HITN), a U.S.…
Teachers gain access to OER math curriculum
EdCaliber, creator of Lessoneer, a teacher empowerment platform for K-12 school districts, and Mathematics Vision Project (MVP), announced the availability of the complete MVP open educational resource (OER)…
Odeum brings 3D immersive role-playing games to schools
Odeum is launching a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter to bring to the market a collection of customizable 3D immersive role-playing games built around K-12 curriculum to enhance students’…
Science achievement gaps begin as early as kindergarten
Science achievement gaps present between racial, ethnic and socio-economic groups in the eighth grade already exist when those children are in kindergarten, according to new research published in…
Strategies for teaching, learning success
Every Friday, I’ll bring you a recap of some of the most interesting and thought-provoking news developments that occurred over the week. I can’t fit all of this…
Why one district gave students a virtual learning day
As college and career skills are touted as essential for students' success after high school, students in one New Jersey school got a lesson in one fast-growing workplace…
Sony pro compact camcorder delivers 4K production
Sony’s newest 4K camcorder, the PXW-Z150, combines enhanced low-light performance and multiple file transfer options in a compact design for professionals who need to quickly and easily shoot,…
Follett acquires ClassBook
Follett announced it has acquired ClassBook, a K-12 education online bookstore that serve schools, teachers, parents, and students. ClassBook provides private and parochial schools with 24/7 bookstores, streamlining…
Curriculum includes 10 lessons for digital citizenship
ESSDACK has collaborated with GoEnnounce to build an affordable digital citizenship curriculum for secondary students titled Your Digital Footprint. The curriculum includes 10 lessons focusing on the importance…
Technology can help states meet learning, leadership goals
Every Friday, I’ll be bringing you a recap of some of the most interesting and thought-provoking news developments that occurred over the week. I can’t fit all of…
Computer science could become grad requirement for Chicago students
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Report explores 3 college, career readiness strategies
A new white paper introduces three "readiness models" designed to gauge students' preparedness for college and workforce success. "On Track: Redefining Readiness in Education and the Workplace," from…
Shmoop releases computer science, technology courses
The White House recently took aim at the lack of computer science education in the U.S., with a proposal to spend $4 billion to turn up the volume.…
School Specialty unveils intervention program for low-level readers
According to the 2015 National Assessment of Educational Progress – the Nation’s Report Card – only about 35 percent of U.S. fourth and eighth graders perform at the…
Alabama commits $12M to beef up wireless in poor and rural schools
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Survey: Students discouraged from seeking STEM teaching careers
Though 90 percent of parents in a recent survey said they would encourage their children to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM), 87 percent…
School leadership toolkit targets digital equity
A new toolkit aims to improve digital equity in school systems across the nation by helping district leaders develop thoughtful and measured strategies to narrow the homework gap…
Epson projector works with SMART Board interactive whiteboards
As part of its ongoing partnership with SMART Technologies Inc. to bring advanced collaborative learning solutions to the classroom, Epson has announced a line of projectors designed and…
Dremel launches 3D printing, curriculum program
Incorporating new technology is important for demonstrating the applications of STEM education, but limited access to advanced technology and corresponding curriculum can be a barrier for educators. That’s…
AASA names 2016 Superintendent of the Year
Thomas S. Tucker, superintendent of Princeton City Schools in Cincinnati, Ohio, has been named the 2016 AASA National Superintendent of the Year. The announcement came at the National…
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…