Month: March 2025

Key points: Teachers are supporting students taking ownership of their learning Explicit instruction: Students need more of it 3 edtech tools for station rotation in early learning For more news on real-world connection, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub In my classroom, I frequently encounter students expressing their opinions: “How is this relevant to the real […]

This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters. President Donald Trump has signed a much anticipated executive order that he said is designed to close the U.S. Department of Education. The order Trump signed Thursday tells Education Secretary Linda McMahon to “take all necessary steps to facilitate the closure […]

Charlotte, NC — Discovery Education, the creators of essential K-12 learning solutions used in classrooms around the world, today announced a host of exciting product updates during a special virtual event led by the company’s Chief Product Officer Pete Weir. Based on feedback from the company’s school-based partners, these updates make teaching and learning even […]

Key points: Choose a college that offers strong programs, career support, and opportunities Online learning in high school helps students explore career pathways Students need clarity on their postsecondary pathways For more news on college readiness, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Choosing a college is one of the biggest decisions a student will make, shaping […]

Key points: Classroom SEL helps students improve emotional intelligence Effective SEL instruction isn’t possible without this key element Why SEL must be part of the chronic absenteeism solution For more news on SEL, visit eSN’s SEL & Well-Being hub Social-emotional learning (SEL) is a crucial component of education, helping students develop self-awareness, emotional regulation, and […]

Key points: Phenomena-based learning can help boost student engagement How to choose the right digital courses for your students Online learning programs increase student access, engagement For more news on online learning, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub I have worked in many different states and in many different learning environments throughout my 19-year career as […]

The Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) recently announced that it has become the new steward of Engaging Schools’ extensive body of educational resources. With Engaging Schools set to close in early 2025 after more than four decades of impact, CASEL will ensure the organization’s valuable tools, books, and frameworks remain available to […]

Key points: Successful educator collaboration requires more structured support GenAI and cultural competency: New priorities in teacher preparation Advancing digital equity through teacher leadership For more news on PLCs, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership hub What is the next generation of professional learning community (PLC) that will increase the power of collaboration to inspire more effective […]

Key points: Teaching and learning are moving forward, buoyed by innovative approaches to edtech A critical shift in digital instruction in 2025 Closing the digital use divide with active and engaging learning For more news on digital tools, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub The COVID-19 pandemic had a profound impact on K-12 education, reshaping how […]

Infosys recently announced a critical milestone in its three-year collaboration with Street Child, an international children’s charity, with the establishment of seven Digital Learning Centers (DLCs) to address the educational challenges faced by children in crisis-affected areas of Ukraine. This collaboration addresses the profound disruption to Ukraine’s education system caused by the ongoing conflict, which has affected over 3,700 […]

This post originally appeared on the NAS news site and is reposted here with permission. Key points: STEM learning in rural areas can leverage strong connections to surroundings and students’ culture Using free resources to connect the environment to education 3 tips to authentically engage students in real-world STEM learning For more news on STEM […]

Sean Ryan, President of McGraw Hill School Group, breaks down the elements of Competency-Based Education (CBE) in education and how its implementation can transform teaching and learning. CBE represents a significant paradigm shift from the traditional fixed-time, rigid scope and sequence model to fixed outcomes where students must demonstrate competency at each skill level before […]

Key points: Edtech makes differentiated instruction manageable and measurable Edtech teaching strategies that drive sustainability Quality over quantity: Rethinking edtech time in the classroom For more news on edtech trends, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Meeting the diverse learning needs of students has long challenged educators who recognize that each student processes information differently and […]

Key points: Reflect on your level of fatigue and identify which type of rest you need AI and teacher burnout: Can technology really help? To boost teacher morale, reimagine the teacher role For more news on teacher burnout, visit eSN’s SEL & Well-Being hub Today’s teachers are coping with a wide range of stresses, from […]

This story originally appeared on the Christensen Institute’s blog, and is reposted with permission. Key points: This pivot presents a remarkable opportunity for teachers and society at large AI is changing the role of teaching assistants Navigation and guidance in the age of AI: 5 trends to watch For more news on AI in education, […]

Key points: Real-world relevance makes STEM learning more personal for students 12 lesser-known K-12 STEM education resources Using free resources to connect the environment to education For more on STEM concepts, visit eSN’s STEM & STEAM hub “Why are we learning this?” This is a question every educator has faced before. To be fair, it’s […]