Online College Articles
Creating more accessible classrooms in 3, 2, 1…
Equity became one of the top issues as the COVID-19 pandemic spread across the globe. Educators in every building acknowledged the continuing need to create more equitable education environments. The interruption of in-person learning environments has impacted everyone, but has particularly challenged those with specific learning needs. Students deserve the resources and support they need […]
What are the next steps to defend K-12 schools from cyberattacks?
Education has been dealt a difficult hand over the past several years. The mass shift to virtual schooling during the pandemic upended systems in so many ways, and it shone a light on the aging infrastructure and technical deficits so many school districts struggle with. Not only did children and teachers have to be more […]
Why e-learning requires Wi-Fi optimization
Schools are officially in the age of technological learning. There are 1:1 programs, hybrid classrooms, free online learning platforms, eLearning applications and assessments, video collaborations, and the expectation of more to come with developments in augmented and virtual reality technologies. While useful, these technologies can come with challenges. This includes: A need for reliable internet […]
Essential time-tested teaching tactics
In this week’s episode of Getting There: Innovations in Education, host Kevin Hogan explores: 3 ideas to center educator wellness How to use critical thinking in ELA and social studies The future of assessment using project-based learning (PBL)
6 key trends shaping the future of K-12 assessment
Most educators are concerned that summative assessments cause students undue anxiety, adding to growing concerns over the state of K-12 assessments and how they’re created, delivered, and interpreted. State of Assessment in K-12 Education, a new report from Instructure, the makers of Canvas, explores the current state of K-12 assessments as COVID-19 continues to push […]
Playing to win: The vital role of research in the future of esports
You stand, triumphant in front of a crowd cheering your name. After years of dedicated training and countless hours of practice, you’ve made it to the pinnacle of your game, the moment of enjoying the spoils of being a world-class athlete. Just a few months later, the pressure, stress, and injuries due to maintaining that […]
5 elements of a strong math intervention program
Early studies are showing significant learning loss in math due to the pandemic. Because of this, teachers need to be prepared to identify and fix any gaps when all students return to in-person learning. Over a decade ago, Vail School District overhauled our math curriculum and intervention plan and have continued to make updates as […]
4 ideas to infuse critical thinking in ELA and social studies
Every teacher knows the importance of critical thinking in education. Strong critical thinkers make better decisions, are more informed, have more career opportunities, and are generally better equipped to navigate the challenges of everyday life. In the classroom, critical thinking is essential to the growth and betterment of our students. It’s not enough for them […]
3 tactics to center educator wellness
I’m currently a 4th grade teacher at an elementary school in North Carolina, a Post Master’s student at the University of North Carolina – Greensboro, and a Science partner with Next Generation Academy. I have been in the profession for nearly two decades. So much has changed over the years: from overhead projectors to online […]
How to unlock the true power of student and teacher videos
When educators can create and share videos, districts are able to knock down content silos and better communicate with students, families, and colleagues. Sharing asynchronous video knocks down barriers between your teachers and students in any classroom environment; gives parents and families more visibility into their students’ successes; and offers a simple and secure solution […]
