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TeachingBooks Resources Available to 24 Million Readers with New Statewide Library Systems Added in 2021

eSchool News

CLEVELAND – February 3, 2022 – TeachingBooks , an online database of supplemental resources that enrich children’s and young adult books, had a busy year in 2021. In addition to being acquired by OverDrive in October, TeachingBooks announced the signing of four new statewide licenses and one territory license in 2021. million students.

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6 tips to help start an elementary esports program in your school

eSchool News

This year’s 2nd most-read story focuses on creating an elementary esports program. Thus far, conversations around esports have centered on collegiate and secondary levels, however, a recent change in the winds has shifted the conversation to elementary esports. Summer 2021: Farmcraft Summer Camp.

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Gale Launches New Accredited Online Adult High School Program to Public Libraries

eSchool News

September 11, 2021 – Gale , part of Cengage Group, today announced the launch of Gale Presents: Excel Adult High School , a new online accredited diploma completion program available to public libraries. With Gale Presents: Excel Adult High School , we are helping public libraries change lives. FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich.

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Online Courses from Vector Solutions Help Schools Address Pandemic-Related Behavioral Challenges

eSchool News

Tampa, FL – September 20, 2021 – For many students, the stress and challenges of the pandemic may have caused regression both socially and emotionally and in terms of their behavior. The courses are authored by experts and are appropriate for general education teachers, special education teachers, paraprofessionals, and principals.

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How one city closed the digital divide for nearly all its students

The Hechinger Report

After schools went remote in 2020, Jessica Ramos spent hours that spring and summer sitting on a bench in front of her local Oakland Public Library branch in the vibrant and diverse Dimond District. A Tech Exchange employee works in the nonprofit’s warehouse in May 2021. OAKLAND, Calif. Credit: Javeria Salman/ The Hechinger Report.

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West Sound STEM Network Expands Partnership with Slooh to Engage More Students in Space Exploration

eSchool News

As part of its commitment to reaching more students, Slooh recently launched The Slooh Space Exploration Grant for the 2021-2022 school year. Funded in part by a National Science Foundation grant, Slooh brings the wonders of space exploration to upper elementary through post-secondary students around the world. About Slooh.

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Putting Guidance to Work: Lessons from the Massachusetts Edtech Peer Learning Cohort

Digital Promise

Their team consisted of a high school student, a teacher, a library media specialist, and the technology team. The teacher and library media specialist provided insight into how specific tools were currently being used and discussed how staff members could possibly introduce a new tool into the district.

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