Survey finds “optimism gap” between teachers, admins
Administrators are more optimistic than teachers about the future of the teaching profession, student motivation, and the role of AI in the classroom.
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Addressing the teacher shortage: Six strategies for inspiring future educators
As teacher shortages continue to challenge K-12 education, it’s essential for school and district administrators to create pathways for high school students to experience the teaching profession.
Better pay, benefits can boost teacher retention
Larger pay increases and better benefits could help keep K-12 teachers in the teacher workforce, finds a new, nationally representative RAND survey.
As a paradeducator, here’s how I use tech to help neurodivergent students gain agency
As a paraeducator, I see how the most basic uses of classroom technology can create barriers for my students--especially those who struggle with executive functions.
Exploring generative AI through the lens of science fiction: A framework for educational dialogue
Fiction offers a unique lens through which we can explore the ethical, social, and practical implications of AI technologies. By examining these narratives, we can better understand the…
3 keys to making math engaging
One of the challenges to getting students engaged in math is the perception that it's a subject where you sit at a desk and do 30 math problems…
Can VR help multilingual students better grasp science concepts?
Multilingual students face unique challenges that can hurt their performance in school. New methods of teaching may help close this gap, according to a new study from the University of Georgia.
Kids in special education are struggling–it’s time to rethink their education
Relatively common diagnoses for which there is insufficient mainstream educational or behavioral support, such as autism and ADHD, have risen enough that now fully 15 percent of the…
Why neurotypical students should learn alongside their neurodiverse and disabled peers
As the new school year approaches, educators have an opportunity to reflect on how they can make their classrooms more inclusive. By embracing inclusive education, teachers not only…
PAEMST honors teachers in communities like yours
As a school leader, you know better than anyone that teachers are the backbone of your school. Their commitment to serving the next generation and their dedication to…
Compton Students Level Up with Esports and Extron
Anaheim, California – To better engage their K-12 students, the Compton Unified School District (CUSD) in Southern California offers an ... Read more
Gaining Insight into Student Comprehension and Learning Gaps with AI
Discover how AI-powered tools can help you identify learning gaps and boost student comprehension. Enhance classroom success with real-time insights ... Read more
Leveraging collaborative e-learning to support UDL
When we talk about learning methods, most of us hark back to the days when we were either referred to as audio or visual learners, and that would…
Love My Library Partners With Mackin to Bring Easy and Equitable Book Fundraising to Schools
Burnsville, MN – Love My Library is thrilled to announce its partnership with Mackin Educational Resources, a leading distributor of ... Read more
DHS Marks Back to School Season with New Resources for Schools, Educators to Recognize and Prevent Online Child Exploitation
WASHINGTON – The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is sharing new resources for educators, school administrators, coaches, and others who ... Read more
GMB Announces New Brand Centered on Creating Abundance in Education
Holland, Michigan – GMB, a planning, architecture, engineering, enrollment marketing, and branding firm serving schools and universities, has announced a ... Read more
In the age of bots and AI, how can students identify misinformation online?
Now that AI can effortlessly create convincing but fabricated stories, today’s curricula must prepare students to navigate the murky waters of AI, bias and misinformation.
Better IT Insights for Better Educational Outcomes
This white paper provides six brief, illustrative use cases and research data points to help you assess where your IT ... Read more
Michigan Virtual survey highlights K-12 educators’ AI beliefs, needs
A Michigan Virtual survey of more than 1,000 educators from classrooms, districts, and support organizations found higher trust in AI among building and district administrators than within teacher…
Online and Hybrid Learning Strategies: eSN Innovation Roundtable
We can't discuss online and hybrid learning without acknowledging the role the COVID-19 pandemic played in forcing districts to move fully online for virtual instruction, later paving the…
Growing Number of K-12 Districts Add ParentSquare to Strengthen Family Engagement Efforts
SANTA BARBARA, CALIF. — As educators wrap up the 2023-24 academic year, school-home engagement remains a top priority. To unify ... Read more
Interoperability is finally getting the spotlight it deserves
Implementing interoperability can bring information from edtech tools together to holistically contextualize student learning, allowing educators, schools, and districts to understand their students better and support their paths…
FCC adopts $200M cybersecurity pilot program
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on June 6 adopted a three-year, $200 million Schools and Libraries Cybersecurity Pilot Program, which will allow the FCC to obtain and analyze…
Look Who’s Talking—Carl Hooker With An Insider’s Guide to #ISTE24
Who better to offer ISTE newbies advice than the edTech legend himself? Just listening to Carl Hooker’s calendar for the ... Read more
Here’s how schools can better support neurodiverse students
The number of children diagnosed with developmental disabilities is on the rise, specifically attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Wearable panic buttons help us better protect students and educators
One of the issues that is top of mind for our district is how we can create and implement the best school safety practices to protect our students,…
Funds For Learning Commends FCC Approval of Schools and Libraries Cybersecurity Pilot Program
EDMOND, Okla.— On June 6, 2024, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) voted to approve the Schools and Libraries Cybersecurity Pilot ... Read more
7 Ways To Personalize Learning for Better District Outcomes
Changes brought about by the pandemic have primed the educational landscape for personalized learning. With devices available for student use, ... Read more
How this school social worker helps students inside and outside of the classroom
The more caring and loving adults in a child’s life, the better. That’s the approach Michele Whaley carries into her job as a school social worker at Eleanor…
Personalized Learning: eSN Innovation Roundtable
Personalized learning has emerged as a pivotal strategy in educators’ quests to meet students where they are and boost engagement. Still, equitable access to technology, the right PD,…
4 educator reflections on the 2023-2024 school year
The end of the school year naturally inspires a period of reflection among educators, particularly as we close the door on a year that saw challenges around equity…
How school leaders can manage and control emotions
We have spent generations being told that our emotions are those things that should be corralled, encircled, and subdued. It has fomented the ideas that we should "leave…
Districts, Schools, and Educators Nationwide Honored as the Inaugural Winners of the Discovery Education Awards
North Carolina — Global edtech leader Discovery Education today announced the recipients of the inaugural Discovery Education Awards. The Discovery ... Read more
A bungled FAFSA rollout threatens students’ college ambitions
Christian Rojas Linares can’t finish his financial aid forms because he’s been blanketed with error messages. The New York City high school senior has even received incorrect emails…
Prioritizing inclusivity in game-based learning
Applying the principles and practices of inclusive design in game-based learning can expand access to rich learning experiences to a neurodiverse group of learners, according to a new…
Educators love their edtech, but want more training
An overwhelming majority of educators believe edtech makes teaching and learning better, according to a new survey from classroom management solution NetSupport.
Is it the school, or the students?
Are schools that feature strong test scores highly effective, or do they mostly enroll students who are already well-prepared for success?
Do Students Learn Better In-Person or Online?
Determining whether students learn better with in-person classroom learning or online is a multifaceted question. Both modalities offer unique advantages and challenges.
Do Students Learn Better Online or in a Classroom: Statistics
The question of whether students learn better online or in a classroom setting is a multifaceted debate, encompassing considerations of individual learning styles, and access to resources.
5 ways to combat tech fatigue and support student success
Ask anyone involved in public education right now and you’ll hear a familiar refrain: “Too many technology tools.” Almost every K-12 district brought on new technology solutions during…