EdTech Magazine
APRIL 23, 2025
Since the National Science Foundation coined the acronym STEM in 2001, K12 educators have been refining their approaches to science, technology, engineering and math. STEAM emerged around 2006 to incorporate the arts. Today, STEM and STEAM frameworks play a significant role in preparing students for new career pathways and the skills theyll need to succeed.
eSchool News
APRIL 24, 2025
Key points: AI’s instant feedback may help students from feeling lost during instruction Most teachers agree AI is a time-saver With AI coaching, a math platform helps students tackle tough concepts For more news on AI and instruction, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub This press release originally appeared online. As AI becomes more widespread in education, more than half of high school students (56 percent) polled think it can go a long way in reducing math anxiety, a new global sur
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Digital Promise
APRIL 22, 2025
The post What Does EdTech Recommended Dosage Look Like in Real Classrooms? appeared first on Digital Promise.
Edsurge
APRIL 24, 2025
Gen Z is in an awkward phase. Parsing education data into snack-sized servings. The oldest of the cohort born from 1997 to 2012 are in their mid- to late 20s and taking heat for chafing against workplace culture in ways that come off as entitled (sound familiar, millennials?). The youngest Zoomers, as theyre also known, are around 13 years old and still have years left in public school systems dealing with frequent upheavals due to federal-level uncertainty , politicization of essential servic
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Think Exam
APRIL 22, 2025
The most radical change in learning and assessment has been established by digital education-a new form of education for students. The CBT Exams (Computer Based Testing Exam) are among the most impressive innovations in this field. Progressive educational institutions and corporate training courses are starting to withdraw use of pen-and-paper exams under the computer-based […] The post How CBT Exams Are Revolutionizing Online Education?
eSchool News
APRIL 23, 2025
Key points: Unplugged activities make coding accessible to all students 5 fast and fun Hour of Code resources 5 ways online coding programs prep students for success For more news on K-12 coding, visit eSN’s STEM & STEAM hub Teaching K-12 coding without computers may seem like a daunting task, but it can be a powerful way to introduce students to the fundamental concepts of computer science and problem-solving without the distraction of technology.
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Adam Watson Edtech Elixirs
APRIL 23, 2025
As a former high school English teacher, a big fan of game-based learning, and a person with a keen interest in how artificial intelligence can positively impact student learning, I'm delighted when an edtech tool ticks off all three boxes. Friends, I give you two such tools: WeWillWrite and Short Answer. In a world where we wonder what writing instruction will look like in the near future of school, these AI-empowered tools might show us one possible way.
eSchool News
APRIL 23, 2025
Key points: Building a data-literate school culture takes time and intention We are all digital immigrants now Data-informed decision-making in education: A comprehensive approach For more news on data literacy, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub While digital literacy has become an aspirational cornerstone of modern education, the exponential growth of data-driven decision-making across industries reveals critical gaps that demand a stronger focus on data literacy.
Edsurge
APRIL 23, 2025
From the time were kids, were asked, What do you want to be when you grow up? Its a big question one that many students struggle to answer. Without real exposure to different career paths or learning about careers they may never have heard of, students often make choices based on limited information, missing out on opportunities that align with their skills and interests.
The CoolCatTeacher
APRIL 21, 2025
From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. Imagine sending your child to school only to find out their teacher has never been trained. No coursework. No classroom experience. Just passionand a paycheck. Jacob Kirksey found that students lose an average of three months when placed with an uncertified new teacher.
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Searching for innovative ways to deliver integrated STEAM education that also help students attain industry-ready skills? Then this punchy 30-minute thought leadership webinar is for you. Join fellow education leaders as we share: National data on STEAM performance and student engagement that indicates post-pandemic learners are craving inspired intervention 10 research-backed reasons why game design is the leading method for practically teaching integrated STEAM education An inside look at live
EdTech Magazine
APRIL 22, 2025
Ten years ago, EdTech: Focus on K12 published a list of blogs that covered all things relating to educational technology. Over the past decade, that list has become an honored tradition for our community, changing with the times to feature education IT influencers, podcasts and more. In 2015, the social platform X still featured a little blue bird logo, the only TikTok we knew was a Kesha song and daily encounters with artificial intelligence (AI) were limited to using spell-check.
Ask a Tech Teacher
APRIL 25, 2025
New America has a good overview on raising kids with tech: Navigating How and When to Use Tech When Teaching Young Children Take-Aways from Our Two-Part Series Focused On Tablets in Pre-K Through Third Grade Early childhood educators make thousands of decisions each day. Among them are decisions around technology use with their young learners, which are too often shaped by policies and pedagogies that lag behind the latest research and the abundance of available options.
eSchool News
APRIL 25, 2025
Key points: Building an app for kids came with unique challenges A new era for teachers as AI disrupts instruction With AI coaching, a math platform helps students tackle tough concepts For more news on AI tools for kids, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub A recent survey found that 88 percent of U.S. parents believe AI is essential to their childrens education, but most arent even sure whether the technology is being used in their childs classroom.
The CoolCatTeacher
APRIL 25, 2025
From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. There is so much news happening now. I'm personally finding some of the voices I follow to be useful. Their commentary on happenings assists me. I decided to return to a format I often used a decade ago. (Yes, my blog is almost 20 years old!
Generative AI holds tremendous promise for all stakeholders in higher education. But guardrails are needed. Strong governance that empower instructors are at the core of a responsible approach to using generative AI in academia.
EdTech Magazine
APRIL 24, 2025
Many school leaders and K12 technology professionals feel uncertain about the future of funding for education. With no clear vision for where money will come from ahead of the next school year, some experts are urging schools to start considering blended funding opportunities now. Still, some K12 IT administrators may hesitate when it comes to making investments in educational technologies.
Ask a Tech Teacher
APRIL 23, 2025
Military academies offer benefits most high school students and their parents don’t realize: the quality of education is comparable to an Ivy League they not only provide you with an education, but provide a job when you finish–no job hunting, no rejections, they pay you to go to school–that’s right, each of the four years, you are paid more to attend classes and complete the other activities required to graduate they are free–no charge for classes, books, room and
eSchool News
APRIL 25, 2025
Key points: School districts turn to AI to improve personalized education for students With AI coaching, a math platform helps students tackle tough concepts 5 practical ways to integrate AI into high school science For more news on AI in education, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Simply put, AI can do a lot–it can personalize learning, help students expand on ideas for assignments, and reduce time spent on administrative tasks, freeing up educators to spend more time on instruction
The CoolCatTeacher
APRIL 24, 2025
From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. I was that student who felt like I didn't fit in. Every teacher has them. And in this weeks episode, I met a principal who makes it his mission to reach those very kids. Principal Carlos Ramirez doesnt just talk about belonginghe walks students home to prove it.
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Schools face increasing challenges as technology becomes integral to education. Efficient device management is essential for maximizing technology use and safeguarding investments. Our article discusses the importance of tracking devices, outlines current challenges, and suggests modern solutions that go beyond traditional methods like Excel. Learn how advanced tracking systems can streamline operations, improve maintenance, and offer real-time updates for better resource allocation.
Digital Promise
APRIL 21, 2025
The post From The 74: Public Education Has Lots of Positive Stories to Tell. We Help Schools Do It appeared first on Digital Promise.
Ask a Tech Teacher
APRIL 21, 2025
A lot of teacher-authors read my WordDreams blog. In this monthly column, I share the most popular post from the past month: What Should You Know About Interactive Storytelling? Here’s what I cover: What is it? How can writers use it? Advantages Disadvantages What is interactive storytelling Interactive storytelling is a growing trend that allows readers to actively participate in shaping the narrative.
ScienceDaily (EdTech section)
APRIL 21, 2025
Working memory is like a mental chalkboard we use to store temporary information while executing other tasks. Scientists worked with more than 200 elementary students to test their working memory, assess its role in word-problem solving and if interventions could boost it and thereby improve their word problem solving skills. Results showed that improving working memory helped both students with and without math difficulties and can help educators more effectively by helping teach the science of
The CoolCatTeacher
APRIL 22, 2025
From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. Dan Meyer has long been a powerful voice for how to teach math in engaging ways. In today's “edtech tool Tuesday,” he starts the show with a shocking assertion. These are very powerful devices. They can be used to powerfully dull a students mind.
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Digital Promise
APRIL 25, 2025
The post Is Text Data? Taking on Data Literacy in English Class appeared first on Digital Promise.
eSchool News
APRIL 24, 2025
This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters. During a quiz about plate tectonics, two students whisper in the back of my room. I notice but stay quiet. I have one chance to redirect them. Forty-seven seconds into their conversation, with my back to them, I spin around, make eye contact, and say, I know, right?
Catlin Tucker
APRIL 22, 2025
When state testing season arrives, classroom routines can quickly fall apart. Schedules shift, instructional time is cut, and students often sense the disruption. Its easy for learning to take a backseat, but it doesnt have to. In this blog, I’ll share six strategies that encourage students to explore, create, reflect, and connecteven during the testing season.
The CoolCatTeacher
APRIL 22, 2025
From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. Grammar can be tough to teach. I've heard some teachers say that it can't be fun. On the contrary, my remarkable teacher friend! Patty McGee is just a joy. She finds a way to make grammar fun and even suggests grammar manipulatives.
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How can we actively engage learners 24/7, on their level and according to their interests, while respecting their learning styles? It’s not impossible. In this guide: Explore how to transform traditional, one-way videos into two-way interactive learning experiences Understand different types of artificial intelligence (AI), including - Generative vs.
Digital Promise
APRIL 24, 2025
Across the country, districts in the League of Innovative Schools collaborate to learn and bring transformational change to their communities.
eSchool News
APRIL 22, 2025
Today, ISTE+ASCD announced a $1 million grant from Pinterest to help school leaders create healthy digital cultures. The initiative will establish digital wellbeing task forces in 12 school districts, bringing together educators, leaders, and experts in youth mental health and digital citizenship. These task forces will support districts in creating the right conditions for students to practice becoming upstanding members of their digital communities.
MiddleWeb
APRIL 24, 2025
In "Scaffolding for Success" Blackburn and Miles explore the intricacies of educational scaffolding, offering educators a comprehensive framework to design supportive learning environments that enhance student engagement, learning and achievement, writes Melinda Stewart. The post Using Scaffolding to Meet Rigorous Expectations first appeared on MiddleWeb.
ET Magazine
APRIL 23, 2025
Discovery Education , the creators of indispensable K-12 learning solutions used in classrooms around the world, today announced an exciting new slate of standards-aligned educational content and instructional resources for Back-to-School 2025 that will inspire teachers and engage students. The development of Discovery Educations newest content is based on feedback from the companys school-based partners and makes teaching and learning even more relevant, interesting, and personalized for users
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.
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