eSchool News
DECEMBER 29, 2023
Each year, we share our 10 most-read stories. Not surprisingly, many of this year’s Top 10 focused on equity, edtech innovation, immersive learning, and the science of reading. This year’s no. 1 most-read story focuses on some of the biggest education trends from 2023. With the start of a new year and education conference season just beginning, educators and industry leaders are discovering the biggest education trends for 2023.
The Hechinger Report
DECEMBER 29, 2023
Aléshah Brown wasn’t yet in high school when she started having doubts about college. This story also appeared in The Washington Post “Even in middle school, you’re feeling all this pressure and stress about going to college, but no one’s asking you, ‘What do you want to do?’ ” said Brown, of San Antonio, Texas. “That was a very stressful thing for me.
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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning
DECEMBER 29, 2023
In our previous exploration, we delved into the immense potential of Artificial Intelligence through a series of enlightening AI TED Talks. However, with great potential comes great responsibility — and a need for caution. In this post, we pivot to a critical aspect of our journey towards AI literacy, especially as teachers, educators, and parents in an era where AI is rapidly advancing and largely unbridled.
eSchool News
DECEMBER 29, 2023
PHOENIX — Bluum , a leading provider of education technology, this week named Dan Groskreutz its new chief financial officer (CFO). Groskreutz brings decades of executive experience to the Bluum leadership team , having served as CFO for Appvion, Whitehall Specialties, and Scientific Protein Laboratories LLC over the past 20 years. Before embarking on a financial career spanning 40 years thus far, Groskreutz earned his undergraduate degree from Bethel University and his MBA from the University o
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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning
DECEMBER 29, 2023
In the dynamic world of education, keeping students engaged and attentive is a challenge every educator faces. Classrooms, the breeding grounds for future thinkers and innovators, can sometimes become arenas of boredom and disengagement. Boredom, as Vogel-Walcutt et al. (2012) stated, “occurs when an individual experiences both the (objective) neurological state of low arousal and the (subjective) psychological state of dissatisfaction, frustration, or disinterest in response to the low ar
American Consortium for Equity in Education
DECEMBER 29, 2023
“From STEM to STEAM: Latino Perspectives,” published by Capstone, shares viewpoints and strategies from 10 Latino educators The Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) has partnered with educational publisher Capstone to release “From STEM to STEAM: Latino Perspectives,” a Keep Reading Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) Releases Member-Authored Book Focusing on STEAM Education The post Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (
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Think Exam
DECEMBER 29, 2023
In 2024, the landscape of talent assessments has evolved dramatically, propelled by technological advancements and changing workforce dynamics. This white paper explores the transformative trends in talent assessment methodologies, highlighting the integration of digital tools, AI, and machine learning, and the shifting focus towards soft skills and continuous development.
Educational Technology and Mobile Learning
DECEMBER 29, 2023
With the AI revolution unfolding before our eyes, its waves are inevitably reaching the shores of our educational institutions, touching the lives of our students and reshaping the landscape of our professional and personal lives. As educators, parents, and lifelong learners, it’s crucial to develop a robust understanding of AI — not just as a buzzword, but as a tool with immense potential and challenges.
eSchool News
DECEMBER 29, 2023
Key points: Ransomware disrupts learning—but vetted cybersecurity practices can help See article: Fixing the K-12 cybersecurity problem See article: How to keep hackers off your school attendance list For more news on ransomware, visit eSN’s Cybersecurity page Ransomware attacks continue to wreak havoc on the education sector, hitting 80 percent of lower education providers and 79 percent of higher education providers this year.
Brainscape
DECEMBER 29, 2023
This year, the Brainscape team unleashed a veritable tsunami of fresh features and content upon the world, from a whole new editor that revolutionized the flashcard creation process , to an ambitious (and totally free) collection of general knowledge flashcards that could single-handedly make you the smartest person in any room (except perhaps NASA’s rec room).
Speaker: Andrew Cohen, Founder & CEO of Brainscape
The instructor’s PPT slides are brilliant. You’ve splurged on the expensive interactive courseware. Student engagement is stellar. So… why are half of your students still forgetting everything they learned in just a matter of weeks? It's likely a matter of cognitive science! With so much material to "teach" these days, we often forget to incorporate key proven principles into our curricula — namely active recall, metacognition, spaced repetition, and interleaving practice.
The Jose Vilson
DECEMBER 29, 2023
There are complex answers that deserve interrogation through all their interwoven facets and there are complex answers that converge toward a simple response. The cause of the American Civil War is the latter. Unfortunately, former governor Nikki Haley quickly found the nuance out the hard way when, in response to a question about the cause of the Civil War, she answered “Well, it was basically about how government was gonna run, the freedoms and what people could and couldn’t do.
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