The Hechinger Report

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Psychologists have long warned that children’s lives are overscheduled, which undermines their ability to develop non-academic skills that they’ll need in adulthood, from coping with setbacks to building strong relationships. Still, some association between scheduled activities and academic skills remained.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 2, 2018

That’s something you shouldn’t be seeing,” replied Parkville technology teacher Nicholas Coppolino, who runs the high school’s Cisco Networking Academy program. Parkville is among a growing number of high schools around the nation offering cybersecurity programs in which students can earn professional certification and college credit.

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 29, 2019

Esports has grown rapidly in the K–12 sphere, with many schools starting up student-run clubs which they then expand into fully fledged esports programs. . When not in the office, Eli is busy scanning the web for the latest podcasts or stepping into the boxing ring for a few rounds.

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Edsurge

JUNE 7, 2021

In the last couple of decades, as online learning was steadily being recognized by millions of students as a convenient way to earn a highly prized academic degree, most senior officers at the nation’s colleges and universities paid little attention, dithered or dabbled.

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 19, 2018

SEL or, social-emotional learning, is the process in which students develop the necessary soft skills to collaborate effectively with their peers, according to the Collaborative for Academic, Social and Emotional Learning (CASEL). Why Are Social Emotional Learning Competencies Important?

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

When former National School Library Program of the Year librarian Marge Cox retired, she began volunteering at Youth Haven, a shelter designed to help abused and neglected children and teens in Southwest Florida. It happens through community and business partnerships. It happens through full time jobs or second acts in life.

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 17, 2018

As universities and schools increase their use of data analytics for initiatives related to student behavior management and academic performance , the amount of data they collect is growing, which worries security experts. Cybersecurity education programs are also crucial to ensure users are responsible at all times. by Eli Zimmerman.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Nominations were judged by a panel of education experts, including Laura Ascione, eSchool News editorial director, and Eileen Belastock, CETL, Belastock Consulting. Dr. Jara collaborated with Edmentum to introduce a program focused on accelerating learning in core subject areas, specifically to improve math and reading scores.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 18, 2018

For example, one of the most common technology proposals for personalized learning initiatives is one-to-one device programs. Without the proper funding and management, however, implementing a one-to-one program is nearly impossible. SIGN UP: Get more news from the EdTech newsletter in your inbox every two weeks!

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Learner-centered education can play a critical role in reshaping education systems, offering a more holistic approach to meeting learners’ needs and helping students find fulfillment in their academic accomplishments. When students reach high school, research shows that close to 66 percent of students are disengaged.

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The Hechinger Report

OCTOBER 8, 2023

After all, children who receive high-quality early childhood care and education services are more likely to enter school prepared for academic and social success in kindergarten and beyond. Child care businesses all over the country shut their doors or limited their seats , and teachers fled in droves.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 25, 2024

The 10-week Accelerator program kicks off this week at Amazon’s Headquarters in Seattle. The program will culminate with a virtual Emerging Technology Showcase in collaboration with OMNIA Partners to increase visibility with education customers. Quizard AI, Inc.

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EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 9, 2018

5 Steps to a Successful K–12 STEM Program Design. schools offer programming or coding classes. . Knowing where to focus time and attention when getting started can mean all the difference between a solid program and one that fades after a couple of years. Where do STEM programs come from? eli.zimmerman_9856.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 3, 2022

eSchool Media is pleased to announce the three winners of the eSchool News K-12 Hero Awards : Dr. Ann Hughes, Director of Student Intervention for Sanger ISD in Texas; Kim Leblanc, Chief Technology Officer for Calcasieu Parish School Board in Louisiana; and Daniel Olivas, Network Analyst at Austin Independent School District in Texas.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 24, 2018

It will be not only the new home for STEM education, but also a new academic program focused on leadership and innovation that aims to expose children to the skills they need in the workforce , says the center’s director, Kimberly Mecham. SIGN UP : Get more news from the EdTech newsletter in your inbox every two weeks!

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The Hechinger Report

MARCH 29, 2024

Recognizing that, The Washington Center and other organizations have in recent years created new programs to serve a broader pool of learners. Kim Churches, president of The Washington Center, welcomes participants to an experiential learning program in Washington, D.C., and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

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eSchool News

MARCH 1, 2024

Key points: A new report urges policymakers to help students develop career-ready skills at each level of education 3 lessons on perseverance from a honey badger Are you tackling the durable skills challenge? “SREB is committed to helping states and schools tailor strategies for their local areas.”

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The Hechinger Report

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

She is enrolled in the school’s law magnet program — one of its many “pathways” that combine academics with exposure to careers in specific fields. These programs provide students with opportunities to take career and technical education (CTE) courses that offer real, work-based learning experiences.

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eSchool News

MAY 3, 2022

The Stay Connected K-12 offering is part of the District’s broader efforts to help close the digital divide in its communities and make it easier for all students to fulfill their academic potential. Los Angeles Unified is relentless in our efforts to equip our students with the resources they need to achieve their full academic potential.”.

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EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 13, 2018

But innovations in education technology can equip teachers with the tools to help students stay on a good path and get the most out of their academics. . SIGN UP : Get more news from the EdTech newsletter in your inbox every two weeks! Take schools with one-to-one device programs.

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The Hechinger Report

JANUARY 24, 2023

Districts from San Diego to Sioux Falls to Pawtucket invested in new music programs to help make up for lost learning. The annual Lewis Prize for Music directs millions of dollars to out-of-school programs that invest in diverse young people through music. Nearly 4 million U.S. Sign up for Hechinger’s newsletter.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 5, 2019

Quality: When teachers go out on their own to find resources for the classroom, there is a higher chance that they will use applications that do not provide the academic components students need to succeed. This can create a financial burden for students later in their academic careers. billion annually.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 31, 2023

BOSTON – Clark County School District (CCSD) in Nevada, has made Lexia LETRS ® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) professional learning programs available to most elementary schools in the district with a plan to continue expanding the program to additional elementary and early childhood teachers and administrators.

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The Hechinger Report

MAY 24, 2022

And during periods of remote and hybrid instruction, academic progress for many students stalled , particularly for those who were already struggling. District leaders and educators won’t solve these problems by focusing solely on making up lost academic time. The pandemic took the lives of hundreds of thousands of family members.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

The eSchool News K-12 Hero Awards recognize the dedicated efforts of education professionals across K-12 departments, including IT, curriculum, instruction and administration. The program received an influx of inspiring nominations that highlight the innovation and selflessness of educators in schools and districts across the nation.

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Edsurge

MARCH 31, 2022

Many students base their college search on the type of programs offered within a given major. In fact, according to research from New America, the academic programs offered are the most important decision factor for a student’s specific college choice. The good news is that there is still time to fix the problem.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 5, 2022

The fortunes of Online Program Management companies, or OPMs, are falling fast these days. These companies, which help colleges set up online programs and often help finance them as well in exchange for a cut of revenues, have lately seen a barrage of bad news. The Pivot What 2U announced was both a pivot and an acceleration.

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The Hechinger Report

MAY 27, 2022

She earned an associate degree online, then enrolled in Morgan State’s applied liberal studies program and completed her bachelor’s degree while working full time. Many programs across the country are targeting the 39 million people who have taken some college classes but never finished. Credit: Image provided by Robin Golden.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt and his wife Wendy, who serves as president of the family foundation, last week announced the 100 winners of their Rise Talent Competition, a new kind of youth talent contest that promises to provide a lifetime of financial backing toward winners’ education and business endeavors.

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The Hechinger Report

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

President Joe Biden’s proposal to make community colleges tuition-free is officially dead on arrival, news that could not come at a more unfortunate time: Recent enrollment figures show many colleges nationwide are in dire straits, particularly at the community college level.

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Edsurge

JULY 23, 2021

I recently came upon a pair of contradictory articles about what colleges will be charging for tuition next academic year: One reporting that Ohio State University found reasons last month to nearly double its online tuition , and another noting that some colleges are in a race to lower tuition.

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The Hechinger Report

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

As misleading news reports, misinformation and false data spread throughout the world, students of all ages need better instruction on how to assess media and data. Their course covers everything from interpreting data visualizations to understanding publication bias in academic literature to identifying fake news.

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The Hechinger Report

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

It’s difficult to overstate how vital teachers, a key factor in student success, are to post-pandemic academic and social-emotional recovery. There are also new programs that use technology to expand expert teachers’ reach to new schools. Fortunately, some innovators are providing inspiration.

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The Hechinger Report

MAY 23, 2023

This story also appeared in The Associated Press and The Dallas Morning News So when she enrolled in Dallas College after a five-year break in school, she was left to navigate a dizzying array of options and decisions solo as she sought to train for a job outside of retail management.

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The Hechinger Report

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

However, high school trade programs have had a deservedly bad reputation as a “dumping ground” for low-income students, providing a subpar education and failing to prepare young adults for the modern world. Federal legislation has encouraged these programs to prepare students not only for a career, but also for college.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 8, 2019

News and World Report now take into account how well institutions serve first-generation students. News includes in its college guide—it now has 50 different lists that it updates each year, such as “Best Value Schools,” “Most International Students” and “Best Undergraduate Business Programs.” News stand out these days?

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The Hechinger Report

MAY 6, 2021

Too often the disconnect leads to poor academic performance or, worse yet, disengagement and dropping out. The result is that we are losing the energy, intelligence and creativity young people could and should bring to New York’s economic recovery. The Summer Youth Employment Program alone will employ 75,000 young people in 2021.

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