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Student engagement requires more than edtech tools

eSchool News

During a session at FETC 2024, Tom Murray, Director of Innovation for Future Ready Schools, dove into just what, exactly, makes for the effective use of edtech in supporting student engagement. Just because it’s digital doesn’t mean it’s any good,” Murray said. ”

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64 predictions about edtech trends in 2024

eSchool News

Here’s what they had to say: Text-based AI interfaces provide an opportunity to help close the digital divide…and avoid an impending AI divide. This will necessitate a reevaluation of curricula, training methods, and the development of future-ready skills.

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Makerspace Starter Kit Updated

The Daring Librarian

When I started up the Makerspace area, I didn't have any rules, I just said to the kids "here's all this cool stuff, some books for inspiration, play with it, figure it out, and have fun!".but Along with the coloring books, I would add in a mega box of Crayola Crayons and a large assortment of colored pencils. What do you think?

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65 predictions about edtech trends in 2024

eSchool News

Here’s what they had to say: Text-based AI interfaces provide an opportunity to help close the digital divide…and avoid an impending AI divide. This will necessitate a reevaluation of curricula, training methods, and the development of future-ready skills.

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How Technology Has Improved Student Learning

eSchool News

Let’s delve into the tangible ways in which technology has enhanced student learning in K-12 settings, fostering a dynamic, interactive, and future-ready educational landscape. Technology benefits K-12 student learning in multifaceted ways, enriching educational experiences and preparing students for a digitally driven future.

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Learning in the Digital Age

eSchool News

Digital resources such as interactive e-books, educational apps, and multimedia content enrich the learning experience, making lessons more engaging and accessible. Several key impacts highlight the transformative nature of technology in primary and secondary education and its impact on digital age learners.