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Common Sense Media, OpenAI launch free K-12 AI training course

December 11, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

“ChatGPT Foundations for K-12 Educators" helps teachers safely and effectively navigate AI, generative AI, and ChatGPT in the classroom.

In a nod to educators' desire to become more comfortable using AI in teaching and learning, Common Sense Media and OpenAI have launched "ChatGPT Foundations for K-12 Educators."

Teacher Professional Development

Strategies to craft effective PD for schools and districts

November 15, 2024 by Jamie Fernandez-Schendt, Participate Learning

To create useful, sustained teacher PD in schools and districts, align efforts with school-specific needs and district-wide goals

The best teacher professional development is an empowering experience that equips educators with the skills and insights they need to grow and thrive in their careers.

Student Data Security

Protecting our students: The urgency of securing education data

November 6, 2024 by Vichai Levy, Protegrity

Protecting all student data is important, but safeguarding the personal information of young students is especially critical.

When considering industries such as finance or healthcare, the potential for sensitive data to fall into the wrong hands is a common concern. These sectors are prime targets…

Teaching Trends

The 10 most common questions teenagers asked about the election

October 29, 2024 by Terry Parris Jr. and Anna Diamond, The New York Times, Chalkbeat

Chalkbeat and Headway received more than 500 questions from teenagers about this year’s presidential election.

Throughout 2024, Headway and Chalkbeat, a nonprofit news organization focused on education in America, have been in conversation with teenagers about the upcoming presidential election.

Digital Learning Tools

How 5 educators use digital tools in the classroom

August 7, 2024 by Laura Ascione

Integrating digital tools and interactive resources into instruction helps engage students and makes lessons more impactful.

When it comes to classroom learning, it's common knowledge that students of all ages are a bit more engaged when they're able to use an interactive or captivating…

Live @ ISTE 2024

Balancing AI with humanity

June 25, 2024 by Laura Ascione

It seems educators can’t turn on a device or have a conversation without AI working its way into the mix. ... Read more

Breaking Product News—Headsets You Can Chew

June 18, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Cyber Acoustics, the leading manufacturer of edtech for all classroom environments, will be showcasing its complete line of education solutions ... Read more

Newsline

LearnWith.AI Launches TeachTap, the first AI-powered learning app for AP exam prep and high school courses

May 1, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

AUSTIN, Texas — LearnWith.AI, an educational technology startup passionate about harnessing technology to dramatically improve educational outcomes, today announced the ... Read more

Online & Hybrid Learning

How a small school in Sierra Leone uses remote learning to offer high school

April 29, 2024 by Brian Roach, American International School of Freetown

The more engaging an online program or remote learning can be and the more human contact it offers, the better it's going to be for students.

The American International School of Freetown in Sierra Leone (AISF) has 90 students between the ages of three and 19, seven teachers and a director--an all-encompassing administrative role.

Literacy

6 tips to help educators support young readers

April 9, 2024 by Tiffany Peltier, Ph.D., NWEA

Instead of focusing on memorization, provide strong foundational skills that young readers can use to understand how to sound out words.

In school, many kindergarten and first-grade students are asked to memorize lists of common words, which are sometimes called “sight words.” This practice skips important steps.

Academic Esports

The 4Cs: How esports promotes student development

April 5, 2024 by Chris Aviles, Garden State Esports

Esports and competitive gaming develop students’ sense of community, competition, character, and college and career readiness.

I first started trying to get an esports program at my school in 2011. At the time, there was a lot of resistance around the misconception that violent…

Student Well-Being

How bullying contributes to K-12 student absenteeism

April 4, 2024 by Dr. Joy Smithson

Bullying's negative outcomes are documented for K-12 student absenteeism and academic achievement, as measured by GPA and assessments.

The National Center for Education Statistics released its findings from the school survey on crime and safety: 2021-2022 and reported that bullying occurs at least once a week…

Teacher Professional Development

Friday 5: Teacher professional development

March 29, 2024 by Laura Ascione

Finding time for teacher professional development can be challenging, especially when district cannot offer PD during the school day.

Teacher professional development is undergoing a facelift of sorts, moving from static and uninteresting lectures to dynamic video coaching, mentorship programs, and approaches that engage teachers.

School Management

5 ways to create an inviting, engaging multipurpose learning space

February 28, 2024 by Courtney Billig and Lisa Moretti

A flexible learning space is essential in meeting students' varied needs and supporting excellent instruction

We always knew that it would be great to have a dedicated space for students who needed pull-out testing, different accommodations, and/or more individualized instruction.

District Management

How to ensure edtech ROI? Ask these 4 questions

February 7, 2024 by Nancy Rose

School leaders can take an inquiry approach as they explore how to increase the edtech ROI of edtech tools across their schools.

Working with curriculum and system leaders and educators across the state of New Hampshire, I frequently hear some common refrains about education technology tools for the classroom.

The State of Ransomware in Education 2023

May 30, 2024January 31, 2024 by Jeff Festa

Read the report to discover the impact of ransomware on both K-12 education and higher education providers over the last ... Read more

District Management

Can 4 equal 5? The impact of 4-day school weeks

December 21, 2023 by Emily Morton, PhD, Research Scientist, NWEA

There are benefits and drawbacks to four-day school weeks--each district’s context and priorities are critical for guiding conversations.

Four-day weeks are becoming more common in school districts, particularly in rural areas of the U.S. Many districts are finding students and families like the shorter school weeks.

Newsline

Ello, World’s Most Advanced AI Reading Coach Recognized by Common Sense Media as Top AI Tool

November 27, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

SAN FRANCISCO (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ello, developer of the world’s most advanced AI reading coach, announced today that Common Sense ... Read more

Newsline

1EdTech and Common Good Learning Tools Launch Major Upgrade to Database of State Learning Standards

November 9, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

LAKE MARY, Fla. – 1EdTech® Consortium and Common Good Learning Tools announce a partnership to launch CASE® Network 2. CASE ... Read more

Newsline

Poptential™ High School Economics Curriculum by Certell Offers Free Stock Market Investment Lessons

October 20, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — October historically has been a month of notable volatility in the stock market, with historic crashes like ... Read more

Literacy

4 big benefits of professional development for adolescent reading instruction

August 21, 2023 by Katie Leonard, Acting Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction, Hartford Public Schools

With the help of a professional development platform, teachers understand the need for structured literacy for adolescent reading instruction.

The mission of our English Language Arts Department is for staff, families, and community members to work in partnership to ensure that all students have adequate and equitable…

K-12 Cybersecurity

Education suffers the highest rate of ransomware attacks

December 11, 2023August 15, 2023 by Laura Ascione

Strengthening defensive measures and optimizing attack preparation, along with good security hygiene, can help education organizations avoid ransomware attacks

Education reported the highest rate of ransomware attacks in 2022, and over the past year, 79 percent of higher-ed organizations surveyed reported being hit by ransomware, while 80…

Ancillary

Create a Common Language

August 2, 2023August 1, 2023 by ESchool News

Debunking common myths about AI in education

December 12, 2023July 21, 2023 by Emily Torvik, English Educator, BlueSky Online Charter School

Generative AI has potential in education, but it also has some educators wary--here's the truth about some of the most common AI myths.

Artificial intelligence is not a completely new concept in education; it has been used for years. Consider spelling and grammar checks that are built into word processors and…

Personalized Learning

4 pieces of advice for aspiring tutors

July 18, 2023 by Kristie Streepy, Tutor, BookNook

A service member recounts how she moved from air traffic control to tutoring and offers advice for those hoping to tutor online.

What do directing planes to land successfully on the runway and directing students to read successfully in the classroom have in common? A lot, as I found out…

DEIA (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Access)

ISTELive, Abbott Elementary, and a push for Black educator representation

June 27, 2023 by Laura Ascione

During ISTELive 23, panelists discussed the need for students to see themselves in their teachers--and the need for Black educators.

Representation matters, and when students have educators who look like them, it does wonders for their learning experience. At ISTELive 23’s opening mainstage event, featured speakers sat down…

K-12 Cybersecurity

Defending against the most common cyberattacks

June 21, 2023 by Robert Johnston, Co-Founder and CEO, Adlumin

In meeting the demand for remote access and online learning, schools have—unavoidably—increased their vulnerability to cyberattacks.

K-12 schools are facing an increased risk of cyberattacks due to a combination of competing factors. School districts have sprawling networks where availability often takes precedence over security,…

Innovation Insights

How asynchronous tech can bridge the digital divide

June 27, 2023June 20, 2023 by Kevin Hogan

When pondering the future of education, it’s understandable that most of us will slip into Utopian scenarios. Think Garrison Keiler’s ... Read more

Newsline

Open LMS Partners With Copyleaks, Adding Advanced AI-Driven Plagiarism and AI Content Detection

June 8, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

Raleigh, N.C. — Open LMS, a leading global provider of open-source learning management systems (LMSs), today announces its new partnership ... Read more

Curriculum & Assessment

Outsourcing student assessments can revitalize teaching

June 5, 2023 by Thomas Arnett, Senior Research Fellow, Clayton Christensen Institute

Leveraging technology and creating new staffing models could help create new and better systems for student assessments and grading.

As a restaurant manager, how would you feel if you were suddenly tasked with inspecting the food in your own kitchen? Or as a gymnastics coach, how would…

K-12 Security Essentials for Beginners

July 19, 2023May 11, 2023 by Jeff Festa

There are few industries that have felt the transformational touch of technology quite like education. In this e-book, we address ... Read more

Student Well-Being

How did the pandemic impact students’ social capital?

May 5, 2023 by Laura Ascione

Access to opportunity depends on more than just education--social connections play a role, meaning students' social capital can't be overlooked

Students’ access to opportunities in life largely depends on their access to diverse, supportive relationships. Now, updated Christensen Institute research illustrates the impact students’ connections and relationships have…

District Management

How our district improved a 5 percent attendance rate

July 28, 2023May 4, 2023 by Daniella Byrne, Public Information Officer, Eagle Pass Independent School District

Our rural district found its attendance rate so low after the pandemic that funding was at risk. Here’s how we brought students back to class

Here at Eagle Pass Independent School District, we’re right on the border of the United States and Mexico. Approximately 95 percent of our students are Hispanic, and most…

Curriculum & Assessment

4 simple strategies to help students ace standardized tests

April 3, 2023 by Ben Talsma, Learning Solution Specialist, Van Andel Institute for Education

Standardized tests have their place in the world of education, but that doesn’t mean they need to be traumatic for the students taking them

Standardized tests can be hard on students. Many of us still remember the frustration and anxiety we experienced when we were younger and sat down for our first…

Students with Special Needs

7 ways to make homework easier for students with autism

March 28, 2023 by Vladimir Kogan, Founder, Nevada Autism Center

For educators and parents working with students with autism and students with special needs, here are some strategies to implement when assisting them with homework

Homework can be challenging for all children, but for those with autism, it can be challenging. It is common for children with autism to have difficulties with executive…

Teaching Trends

Balancing high expectations with relationship building to boost engagement

February 24, 2023 by Mariana Aguilar, Vice President, Education, GoGuardian

When we approach setting high expectations as a positive and nurturing experience, we can integrate these two strategies to support students more effectively in meeting their goals

Teachers are constantly challenged with improving student engagement, something they know directly impacts student learning outcomes. A USC Rossier School of Education Center EDGE survey this year queried…

Newsline

New Nationwide Data Shows Significant Increase in Alerts on Self-Harm, Harm to Others and the Presence of Weapons on K–12 Campuses

February 23, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

RICHFIELD, OHIO (PRWEB) — Navigate360, the nation’s leader in K–12 student wellness and physical safety solutions, announces significant increases in alerts ... Read more

School Management

Is now a good time for a reset?

January 23, 2023 by Dr. Ben Klompus, Vice President of Impact and Innovation, Professional Education, Relay Graduate School of Education

A reset is different from long-term planning--it's a focused initiative from school leaders with a meaningful impact in a short period of time

At this time of year, I hear a common refrain from school leaders I know: 1) This work is challenging, 2) We have a plan for student success,…

K-12 Cybersecurity

How K-12 IT leaders can protect schools from ransomware

January 26, 2023January 19, 2023 by Sanjay Raja, VP of Product Marketing and Solutions, Gurucul

With limited budgets and outdated security systems, school districts are often unprepared for incoming ransomware attacks

Cyber attacks on public schools are becoming more common and more severe every year. Between 2020 and 2021, more than 56 percent of K-12 education organizations suffered ransomware…

Common Sense Media, OpenAI launch free K-12 AI training course

Strategies to craft effective PD for schools and districts

The 10 most common questions teenagers asked about the election

How 5 educators use digital tools in the classroom

Balancing AI with humanity

Breaking Product News—Headsets You Can Chew

LearnWith.AI Launches TeachTap, the first AI-powered learning app for AP exam prep and high school courses

How a small school in Sierra Leone uses remote learning to offer high school

6 tips to help educators support young readers

The 4Cs: How esports promotes student development

How bullying contributes to K-12 student absenteeism

Friday 5: Teacher professional development

5 ways to create an inviting, engaging multipurpose learning space

How to ensure edtech ROI? Ask these 4 questions

Can 4 equal 5? The impact of 4-day school weeks

Ello, World’s Most Advanced AI Reading Coach Recognized by Common Sense Media as Top AI Tool

1EdTech and Common Good Learning Tools Launch Major Upgrade to Database of State Learning Standards

Poptential™ High School Economics Curriculum by Certell Offers Free Stock Market Investment Lessons

4 big benefits of professional development for adolescent reading instruction

Education suffers the highest rate of ransomware attacks

Create a Common Language

Debunking common myths about AI in education

4 pieces of advice for aspiring tutors

ISTELive, Abbott Elementary, and a push for Black educator representation

Defending against the most common cyberattacks

How asynchronous tech can bridge the digital divide

Open LMS Partners With Copyleaks, Adding Advanced AI-Driven Plagiarism and AI Content Detection

Outsourcing student assessments can revitalize teaching

How our district improved a 5 percent attendance rate

4 simple strategies to help students ace standardized tests

Balancing high expectations with relationship building to boost engagement

Is now a good time for a reset?

How K-12 IT leaders can protect schools from ransomware

The 36th Annual National Service-Learning Conference® Returns to Saint Paul, MN

Tutor Doctor Becomes First Global Tutoring Franchise to Partner with MindPrint Learning

SchoolStatus Named to 2025 GSV 150 List of Most Transformational Growth Companies in Digital Learning

Frontline Education Announces Hope Needham as Chief People & Culture Officer

Texas State Board of Education Names Just Right Reader’s English and Spanish Literacy Resources as Approved Instructional Materials

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