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3 reasons instructional audio is a must-have in classrooms
When I conduct training for school employees, I like to start my presentations speaking in a “normal” voice. About halfway in, I turn on the instructional audio solution that is set up in the room. I love the “wow factor” as teachers hear firsthand what a difference instructional audio makes. This reveal proves the technology’s […]
Your classrooms might need digital assistants
AI has untapped potential in classrooms, from preschool through higher education. Digital assistants can transform how educators teach, giving them the freedom to teach from anywhere in the room. When digital assistants are used in classrooms, the outcomes can be overwhelmingly beneficial. Join eSchool News as a panel of experts shares the benefits of using […]
Designing fair and inclusive tests for non-native speakers
Roughly 20 percent of U.S. residents, which is approximately 67.3 million people (equal to the population of France), speak a language other than English at home, according to the Center for Immigration Studies. When it comes to taking tests not in their first language, these groups can be at a notable disadvantage – especially for tests […]
4 tips for using data to differentiate instruction
Finding ways to help all students grow academically – regardless of where they are starting from – can be challenging. From my experiences teaching special education, general education, and English Learners, I can tell you there is no one-size-fits-all approach that works. In order to meet the unique and individual learning needs of each student, […]
Hey teachers–what is your ‘why?’
More than half of the teachers in the US are seriously considering leaving the profession earlier than planned. A number of factors have led to this, including Covid-19 learning interruptions, lack of resources and support for teachers, and more. Right now, teachers are also experiencing burnout at an all-time high. This has shown to impact […]
All together now
In this episode of Innovations in Education, hosted by Kevin Hogan: Teachers using technology report stronger connections, community with students5 tips to build community-wide support for IT transformationDigital Safety for Students: Keeping Student Data Private and Access Secure
Modern students need modern librarians
When you think of a school librarian, what comes to mind? Is it shelving, stamping, and shushing? That’s the stereotype you’re probably most familiar with. Librarians are so much more than this, though. We’re the keepers of the information, the resource kids use to explore new lands through the turning of pages – but our […]
Spaced repetition is the secret to overcoming learning loss
Just as “turnt,” “on fleek,” and “adulting” have become trending words in pop culture, so too has “spaced repetition” become a buzzword in education. Some educators are obsessed with it. Others say it’s just a minor hack for memorizing vocabulary. So what’s “the tea?” In fact, spaced repetition is the key to all learning of […]
Teachers using technology report stronger connections, community with students
Educators who use technology as part of their teaching practice report that they are more aware of their students’ individual needs (61 percent) and more likely to be leveraging technology purposely to tailor learning for their students (61 percent), according to results from a national survey from education nonprofit Gradient Learning. What’s more, teachers using […]
5 tips to build community-wide support for IT transformation
Technology’s role has been elevated to an integral strategic function in today’s school districts. But getting everyone to understand the value of digital transformation can be challenging and test the persuasion and people skills of even the most seasoned IT leaders. Here are some strategies IT teams can use to help build a supportive culture […]
