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From pencils to pixels: Tech is shaping the future of education

eSchool News

Students would laugh as the teachers mumbled about the annoyances of technology. Now think about how far the classroom has come since then–schools stocked with iPads and tablets, interactive touchscreens, and even virtual reality headsets. There are various new adaptive learning platforms, including Smart Sparrow and ScootPad.

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Characteristics of The 21st Century Classroom

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Smartboards, for instance, have transformed the way lessons are presented, offering interactive and dynamic content that can cater to various learning styles. Tablets, laptops, and Chromebooks have become as commonplace as notebooks, enabling students to access a vast reservoir of information and educational resources at their fingertips.

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Technology Tools for Teaching and Learning

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One key aspect is the incorporation of interactive multimedia, such as educational videos, simulations, and virtual reality experiences, to make lessons more captivating and accessible. Educators use these multimedia tools cater to diverse learning styles, ensuring that students grasp concepts more effectively.

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What’s New: New Tools for Schools

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This program adds full home access for students, custom curriculum alignment, performance reporting, professional development, and more. Amplify Close Reading is a digital graphic novel that engages students in a suspenseful story while helping them master close reading skills covered by ELA standards in grades 6–8.

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K-12 Tech Innovation News

eSchool News

These devices and tools empower teachers to create engaging lessons, fostering a more interactive and collaborative learning experience. The proliferation of educational apps and online resources has expanded learning beyond the confines of textbooks. How has technology impacted K-12 education?

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Learning in the Digital Age

eSchool News

Key points: Digital tools are powering a new era of K-12 learning Still, challenges remain–among them, equity and access Stay up to date on the latest trends about learning in the digital age In today’s digital age, learning has gone through a profound transformation, reshaping traditional educational models.

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How did edtech impact learning in 2023?

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Education and student well-being are stretched thin, and lingering learning gaps, exacerbated by the pandemic, present hurdles for all students–especially underrepresented students groups who were already at a disadvantage. We headed into a fourth year of learning in the pandemic’s shadow.

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