Friday 5: Blended learning
Blended learning is not a new instructional approach, but it became more mainstream during and after the COVID pandemic, when educators and students elected to keep parts of…
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How a small school in Sierra Leone uses remote learning to offer high school
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.
Google, MIT RAISE launch no-cost AI training course for teachers
Google and MIT RAISE have announced a no-cost Generative AI for Educators Course designed to help teachers use generative AI tools to personalize instruction.
Close the Learning Gaps With High-Dosage Tutoring
High-dosage tutoring helps students quickly overcome learning loss through real-time, online sessions with state-certified teachers. This proven intervention method fuels ... Read more
How digital tools and AI can enhance social studies
Social studies education serves as the cornerstone for cultivating informed and engaged citizens capable of understanding the complexities of the world around them.
Close Learning Gaps With High-Dosage Tutoring
High-dosage tutoring helps students quickly overcome learning loss through real-time, online sessions with state-certified teachers. This proven intervention method fuels ... Read more
Classroom Learning
Classroom learning remains a cornerstone of education, fostering a dynamic environment where students engage with peers and instructors in real-time.
Online Learning vs. Classroom Learning Research
The debate over online versus in-person classroom learning in K-12 education rages on, driven by concerns over student engagement, academic performance, and social-emotional development.
Which is More Effective, Online Learning or Classroom Learning?
The effectiveness of online learning versus classroom learning is a contentious topic in education. While online platforms offer flexibility, traditional classrooms foster interaction.
Should Online Learning Replace Classroom Learning?
The question of whether online learning should replace classroom learning is a complex and contentious issue.
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.
IXL Learning Acquires Dictionary.com and Thesaurus.com
SAN MATEO and OAKLAND, California — IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by millions of people globally, is ... Read more
Friday 5: Online learning’s evolution
Online learning has limitless potential for students and teachers, offering the ability to learn from any location and at all times of the day. Let's take a look…
Loudoun County Public Schools Offers New Youth Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Resources for Parents and Students
SALT LAKE CITY – The Cook Center for Human Connection, a nonprofit dedicated to mental health and suicide prevention, has ... Read more
Learn Applied AI with MindSpark: New Certification and Free Resources for Educators
DENVER–( BUSINESS WIRE)–MindSpark Learning®, a nonprofit organization that delivers extraordinary learning experiences for educators and professionals, launched three new AI resources for ... Read more
How esports can help students in the classroom (no, seriously!)
Ask most parents if their children’s school should start an esports team, and you’ll be met with reluctance. Video games? In the classroom? Absolutely not!
VHS Learning Students Continue to Excel Academically with 91% Pass Rate
Boston – Although reports reveal that U.S. students’ general academic performance still trails behind pre-pandemic rates, students taking VHS Learning’s high-quality, teacher-led online ... Read more
Friday 5: The many faces of classroom learning
There's no denying it: Classroom learning is changing. Classrooms today could be in person, online, or hybrid. Classrooms may be student-driven, might focus on project-based learning, or may…
Pearson’s Connections Academy Partners with HOSA–Future Health Professionals to Engage and Connect Middle and High Schoolers Early to Healthcare Careers
Columbia, Md. – Pearson (FTSE: PSON.L) and its Connections Academy, the fully online public school program serving K-12 students for more ... Read more
15 edtech startups selected for the inaugural AWS Education Accelerator
Amazon Web Services (AWS) in early January announced 15 startup companies selected to participate in the inaugural AWS Education Accelerator.
Promoting music education beyond the classroom
At its core, music is about self-expression and creativity. Music education also gives students a chance to reflect on their inner thoughts and helps struggling children build their…
Learning in the Digital Age
In today’s digital age, learning has gone through a profound transformation, reshaping traditional educational models. Technology’s omnipresence has brought forth a new era of accessibility.
Examples of Technologies that Improve Student Learning
As education becomes more an experience of learning in the digital age, technologies play a pivotal role in reshaping the learning experiences of K-12 students.
Tutor.com’s On-Demand Tutoring Meets ESSA II Standards, Demonstrating Positive Impacts on Student Grades and Attendance
NEW YORK — Tutor.com, one of the world’s largest and most innovative online tutoring organizations, announced that it satisfies Level ... Read more
Learning enters the metaverse with “Mission: Mars” Roblox experience
The Museum of Science, Boston is making its first move into the world of immersive online education with its launch of “Mission: Mars,” an educational experience on Roblox,…
What are the technological impacts on education?
The technological impacts on K-12 education are profound and transformative, reshaping traditional teaching paradigms. The integration of digital tools, adaptive technologies, and online platforms as detailed in K-12…
Big Deals—Khan Academy Boosts National Civics Bee, AI Tackles Campus Safety, and Stanford Offers Online Math
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation this month announced the launch of the 2024 National Civics Bee. The competition is ... Read more
The pandemic is over–but American schools still aren’t the same
On a recent Friday at Gary Comer Middle School in Chicago, you had to squint to see signs of the pandemic that upended American education just a few…
Schoolwork shouldn’t double as screentime
Children get one childhood, and time is one of the most precious resources we have in schools. For these reasons, I am increasingly frustrated that I have next…
New Program Gives High School Students Training and Job Placement in an Allied Healthcare Career
LIVONIA, Mich. – After a comprehensive and successful two-year pilot with more than 900 students, MedCerts has launched a training program ... Read more
Riverside Insights Debuts CogAT.com Portal to Support Strengths-based, Differentiated Learning that Helps All Students Thrive
ITASCA, Ill. – Riverside Insights®, a leading developer of research-based assessments and analytics, today introduced www.CogAT.com, a new microsite to ... Read more
Slooh Launches Its Next-Gen Platform to Engage Students in Space Exploration
Washington Depot, Connecticut – Slooh, the pioneer in offering live online telescope feeds of the universe and an NGSS-aligned curriculum ... Read more
5 Ways Remote Learning Strategies Work for Districts
In the wake of the pandemic, families have increasingly turned to remote learning, prompting Stride Learning Solutions to become a ... Read more
Pearson’s Connections Academy and Home Depot’s Path to Pro Program Partner to Connect High School Students to Trade Careers
HOBOKEN, N.J. — Pearson and its Connections Academy, the fully online public school program serving K-12 students for more than 20 ... Read more
Most Parents Think Teachers Are Fully Prepared to Deliver Science of Reading-Aligned Instruction; Educators Are Less Optimistic
BOSTON – A national survey of over 800 U.S. parents[1] commissioned by Lexia, a part of Cambium Learning Group, and conducted ... Read more
Online PD helps teachers respond to bullying
Students with disabilities are often bullied and socially excluded in school at a far greater rate than their classmates. Researchers at the University of Missouri collaborated to develop…
Unfinished learning concerns still plague educators
Concerns over unfinished learning continue to occupy educators' and parents' minds. For educators, teacher shortages and burnout are the only issues that loom larger than unfinished learning and…
Prioritizing social growth during online learning
The expansion of online education has been a real boon for busy parents, teachers, and students. Online learning lets children learn from the comfort of their own homes…
Tutor.com Announces Launch of Round-the-Clock Online Tutoring for South Orange and Maplewood Students
NEW YORK — Tutor.com, one of the world’s largest and most innovative online tutoring organizations, announced today that it has ... Read more