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Block by Block: The Student Skilling Journey

Edsurge

As technology reshapes the workforce, digital and AI literacies are becoming essential for every student. From early problem-solving to advanced AI skills, learners build critical thinking, ethical technology use and career-ready competencies — block by block. The progression of skills at each educational stage ensures that students are well-prepared for future challenges and can pursue careers in emerging fields.

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Teacher-Authors: What’s Happening on my Writer’s Blog–Online Images

Ask a Tech Teacher

A lot of teacher-authors read my WordDreams blog. In this monthly column, I share the most popular post from the past month. I last published on this topic on my ed blog in 2017. A lot has changed since then so it’s time for an update: When I teach professional development classes, by far the topic that surprises attendees the most is the legal use of online images.

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Could Podcasts Fix Screen Time Woes for Children?

Edsurge

As Deborah Nichols traversed from Kansas City to Lawrence, Kansas, daily for her postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Kansas, her preteen son in the backseat, a familiar story flowed out from the car speakers: Every day, they listened to the same cassette tape detailing Disney’s story of Bambi. Nichols is now an associate professor in human development and family science at Purdue University and her son is 32 years old, but she knows that decades later, she can still recite specific scen

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ISTE launches four new initiatives to improve edtech experiences

eSchool News

Key points: ISTE+ASCD is focusing on robust, engaging learning for all students ISTELive 25: Let’s Get on With the Show! A critical shift in digital instruction in 2025 For more news on ISTELive 25, visit eSN’s Live @ ISTE hub The nation’s largest professional edtech organization kicked off its annual conference on June 29 by announcing major initiatives to train 200,000 teachers in using AI within the next two years, support instructional leaders more effectively, help schools manage thei

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From RESPECT to Co-Creation: Integrating AI into Higher Education Course Design through Backward De

This article explores how educators can ethically and effectively integrate generative AI into higher education using the RESPECT and CREATE frameworks, fostering student co-creation, critical thinking, and inclusive course design through backward design.

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What Is Along And How Can I Use It to Teach?

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Skip to main content Open menu Close menu Tech & Learning Search Search Tech & Learning Subscribe RSS News How to Classroom Tools Higher Ed Events PD Resources Subscribe Topics Resource Library Magazine Advertise T&L Contests AI Webinars Grants Recommended reading Classroom Tools What Is Colleague AI And How Can I Use It to Teach? Classroom Tools Education Communication: Best Free Sites & Apps Classroom Tools What is Quizalize and How Can I Use It To Teach?

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Showfloor News: West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional SD focuses on student data, achievement

eSchool News

In a first of its kind agreement, New Jersey’s West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District (WWP) announced a new partnership with  Otus , the leading K-12 assessment, data, and insights solution, and  Discovery Education,  the creators of essential PreK-12 learning solutions used in classrooms around the world. Through this collaboration, Otus and Discovery Education are providing new resources that help WWP organize student data into actionable insights and enhance district educators’ abil

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Second Step Demonstrates How Social-Emotional Learning Drives Academic Success

eSchool News

Sheridan Doerr shares how the Second Step K-12 social-emotional learning curriculum builds foundational human skills that enhance academic performance. The company recently completed a major evidence study across 242 sites and 25,000 students, showing significant improvements in English language arts, reduced disciplinary issues, better school culture, and 2.5 fewer absent days per student.

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Amira Learning: Teaching With The AI-Powered Reading Tool

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Skip to main content Open menu Close menu Tech & Learning Search Search Tech & Learning Subscribe RSS News How to Classroom Tools Higher Ed Events PD Resources Subscribe Topics Resource Library Magazine Advertise T&L Contests AI Webinars Grants Recommended reading Classroom Tools AI Starter Kit for Teachers Classroom Tools What Is Colleague AI And How Can I Use It to Teach?

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Unlocking Behavior & Flex Success in Texas: Minga at TASSP 2025

Minga

Last week, the Minga team had the privilege of attending the Texas Association of Secondary School Principals (TASSP) Summer Workshop, held June 18–20 at the Hilton Anatole in Dallas. The event brought together thousands of dedicated educators and administrators from across the state to collaborate, learn, and explore solutions for the most pressing challenges facing Texas schools today.

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Edtech Show & Tell: ISTELive 2025

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Skip to main content Open menu Close menu Tech & Learning Search Search Tech & Learning Subscribe RSS News How to Classroom Tools Higher Ed Events PD Resources Subscribe Topics Resource Library Magazine Advertise T&L Contests AI Webinars Grants Recommended reading Classroom Tools Edtech Show & Tell: June 2025 Classroom Tools Edtech Show & Tell May 2025 Ready for AI?

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Make Tuition Agreements Work Smarter—for Your School and Families

A well-crafted tuition agreement is more than paperwork—it’s a powerful tool for protecting your school and building family confidence. This guide helps private and independent K–12 schools reduce legal risk, improve collections, and foster long-term trust with families. Learn best practices for drafting enforceable agreements, communicating clear expectations, and navigating challenges like payment disputes, custody conflicts, and continuous enrollment.

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Showfloor News: Cleverlike focuses on the real power in using games for education

eSchool News

Cleverlike School empowers educators to transform student passion for video games into powerful learning experiences. It is a comprehensive platform with curriculum-aligned content, industry-standard tools, and expert support, bridging the gap between gaming and academic success. The learning platform is built by game developers and educators to maximize the benefit of video games in education.

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AI Skills & Next-Level EdTech: Inside the PD Teachers Love!

Shake Up Learning

The post AI Skills & Next-Level EdTech: Inside the PD Teachers Love! appeared first on Shake Up Learning. Summer has been buzzing with energy—especially for teachers inside ALL ACCESS! While the FREE Summer Learning Series sessions have received rave reviews, our EXCLUSIVE bonus sessions are where the real transformation is happening. Don’t miss out on these awesome professional learning opportunities, including our entire PD course collection (75+ hours), our exclusive download libra

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Implementing the “5Rs” of A Restorative School Culture

Lightspeed Systems

Key Takeaways: Beyond Punishment Playbooks: Discover how schools are abandoning traditional discipline for practices that heal relationships and build genuine community bonds instead of excluding students. The 5Rs Framework: Uncover the concrete roadmap of Relationship, Respect, Responsibility, Repair, and Reintegration that transforms school culture from retribution-focused to restoration-focused.

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Discovery Education Strengthens PreK–5 Literacy with Latest DreamBox Reading Updates

ET Magazine

Discovery Education , the creators of essential PreK-12 learning solutions used in classrooms around the world, today announced significant enhancements to the online, adaptive literacy program DreamBox Reading. These improvements broaden DreamBox Reading’s coverage to support all PreK-5 learners and expand educators’ abilities to develop students’ foundational skills and confidence in reading through personalized instruction.

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The Case for Game Design as an Innovative STEAM Teaching Tool

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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

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Showfloor News: SMART Technologies debuts premium interactive display  

eSchool News

SMART Technologies is raising the bar on what affordable classroom technology can deliver—the all-new SMART Board GX Plus redefines entry-level interactivity with advanced education tools for delivering high-impact learning experiences. Packed with premium features to help schools deliver modern learning experiences without the premium price, the GX Plus stands as a purpose-built innovation for both teachers and school leaders.

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The number one trend driving change across industries

The Thinking Stick

In this conversation, Tricia Friedman and Rachael Mann explore the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on education, the workforce, and various industries. They discuss the importance of preparing educators and students for the changes brought about by AI, emphasizing that it’s not too late to start engaging with these technologies.

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Showfloor News: Edlio’s new analytics dashboard boosts engagement

eSchool News

Edlio , a provider of K–12 school communication solutions, announced significant enhancements to its Mass Communication system and mobile app. The update includes a new Community Analytics dashboard, which gives school and district leaders visibility into message delivery, audience reach, and overall communication effectiveness. Designed to foster stronger engagement with families and communities, the system update and new deliverability tools enable education leaders to monitor communication su

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Portrait of a Successful Middle School Student

MiddleWeb

Creating a well-rounded middle school student goes way beyond the textbook! Anne Jolly shares the core learning skills and life skills middle-schoolers need and invites teachers – especially STEM teachers – to take up the challenge to help students achieve their potential. The post Portrait of a Successful Middle School Student first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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Meeting the Evolving Financial Needs of K-12 Private Schools

Private and independent schools rely on tuition to provide excellent learning experiences for all students, so it’s important to have a tuition and billing management solution that fits the unique needs of your school and families. Learn how the right technology provides the following benefits: Automated invoicing and PCI-compliant payment processing Integrations into financial aid solutions and student information systems Reporting and analytics to provide up-to-date financial insights Read thi

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Fixing a curriculum ‘not fit for the future’

Twinkl International Publishing

How to future-proof the curriculum for the workers of tomorrow.

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New Webinar - "Patron Behavior Management: Six Key Decision Points"

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

Patron Behavior Management: Six Key Decision Points Part of the Library 2.0 Service , Safety, and Security Series with Dr. Steve Albrecht OVERVIEW : When it comes to the wide range of patron behavioral issues, it’s not always easy to know what to do. There is no perfect solution for every situation. It can help to apply some structure to how staff and the PICs decide how to handle issues that can range from pretty easy to highly vexing.

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Helping Children with SEND Navigate the Summer Using Symbols

Twinkl International Publishing

The summer holidays can be a joyful time for families but for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), the lack of routine and unfamiliar activities can bring challenges. Symbols are a powerful, accessible way to reduce anxiety, increase independence and support understanding. Whether you're planning days out or relaxing at home, here’s how you can use symbols to help your child make the most of summer.

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🇺🇸 4th of July Sale! 🇺🇸 – 50% Off ALL ACCESS

Shake Up Learning

The post 🇺🇸 4th of July Sale! 🇺🇸 – 50% Off ALL ACCESS appeared first on Shake Up Learning. © Shake Up Learning 2025. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this blog’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to Kasey Bell and Shake Up Learning with appropriate and specific direction to the original Continue Reading The post 🇺🇸 4th of July Sale!

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Enhancing Higher Education with Generative AI: A Responsible Guide

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.

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Say ‘Yes!’ to a Child Friendly Wedding

Twinkl International Publishing

How to plan for a family friendly wedding by creating an inclusive space for children to enjoy and record the day.

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COLUMN: Why higher education should be mourning the loss of its independence on July 4th

The Hechinger Report

The University of Virginia describes itself as a place where “differing perspectives not only coexist, they co-create.” It’s a sentiment that may no longer ring true at the prestigious public university, and, potentially, all of higher education. Today, the venerable research institution created by Thomas Jefferson suddenly finds itself in big trouble, its mission and independence threatened by the Trump administration’s demands to weaken its diversity, equity and inclusion programs or risk losi

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What do teachers consider the most and least valuable uses of time in 2025?

Twinkl International Publishing

Teachers report frustration at a lack of sufficient time to complete tasks.

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Why the Trump administration grounded these middle schoolers’ drones–and other STEM research

eSchool News

This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters. Give a girl a drone, and she might see her future as a scientist. But if her teacher doesn’t have the training or resources to turn cool tech into lessons that stick, she’s likely to crash it, get frustrated, and move on. Take Flight, a research project backed by $1.5 million from the U.S.

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Enhancing School Device Management for Improved Learning

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.

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أفكار نشاطات مدرسية ترفيهية: 5 أنشطة لبهجة اليوم الدراسي

Twinkl International Publishing

أفكار نشاطات مدرسية ترفيهية ومرحة يمكن تنفيذها بسهولة في الفصل الدراسي، كما أنها مناسبة لأوقات الفراغ، الحصص الخفيفة، أو حتى كمكافأة في نهاية الأسبوع.

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Catherine McKinnell MP: ‘We won’t be removing any existing, effective support’

Twinkl International Publishing

The Minister for School Standards shares the government’s plans in the last session of the SEND inquiry.

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Teaching Planet Earth and Beyond with Twinkl

Twinkl International Publishing

Are you and your students ready for an out of this world experience with Planet Earth and Beyond? That’s great, because here at Twinkl we’ve got so many juicy resources for you - you can carry on reading to pick out all the best ones for enjoying with your class.

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SEND inquiry told DfE ‘keen to see much greater use of apprenticeships’ for teaching assistants

Twinkl International Publishing

Minister and DfE’s Director of SEND give evidence in final SEND inquiry session.

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Quickly Create Personalized Learning Experiences that Work

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.