Teachers give low marks on schools' ed tech use

In a recent survey of educators, many expressed dissatisfaction with how technology is being leveraged in their schools to improve student learning.

By Pat Donachie • June 14, 2017

Facebook testing new features to turn site into platform for online education

If the social network's developer community rolls these features out, it means that anyone on the site could start teaching online courses.

By Shalina Chatlani • June 13, 2017

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School Safety and Security

Safety and security has been a growing concern for school districts, with shootings continuing to rise amid concerns over how to best prevent and respond to them.

By K-12 Dive staff

Best practices to protect and empower students online

Hutto Independent School District Director of Technology Travis Brown offers his advice on how to protect students from illegal, indecent or time-wasting content without significantly limiting access online.

By Travis Brown, Director of Technology at Hutto ISD • June 12, 2017

3 tips for identifying what's useful in ed tech

What should K-12 administrators keep in mind when navigating the flood of pitches from vendors?

By Roger Riddell • June 12, 2017

Bridging the digital divide: Districts work to overcome access deserts at school and at home

Not having access to reliable internet deeply impacts student learning and puts kids at a competitive disadvantage.

By Autumn A. Arnett • June 12, 2017

The top 5 trends in K-12 ed tech — and where they're headed

As technology becomes a mainstay for the classroom, K-12 administrators should consider these trends to ensure they are building solid ed tech strategies. 

By Jessica Leigh Brown • June 12, 2017

More must be done to stoke girls' interest in STEM fields

Only 11% of girls from ages 13-17 are interested in pursuing a STEM career, according to new research from EY and Junior Achievement.

By Pat Donachie • June 12, 2017

Is it time to reconsider your LMS?

Learning management systems must be constantly reappraised to ensure that it is the best fit for users and instructors, according to eLearning Industry.

By Pat Donachie • June 12, 2017

Rhode Island putting power in teachers' hands with more autonomy around experimentation

The state is setting the standard for how to handle ed tech strategy at the state and local level.

By Roger Riddell • June 9, 2017

Students build satellites as educators show greater focus on upgrading STEM education

Educators are shifting towards cultivating a more hands-on and upgraded STEM education experience. 

By Shalina Chatlani • June 8, 2017

Teachers must be classroom disrupters as automation gains steam

In order to adequately prepare students for a workforce increasingly dominated by automation, teachers must not only integrate tech into the classroom but also effectively teach human-centric values. 

By Shalina Chatlani • June 8, 2017

DC Public Schools practices data-informed college advising

Armed with information about how DCPS students do at particular colleges, educators and advisors offer tailored insights about likelihood of success.

By Tara García Mathewson • June 8, 2017

Summer provides ample opportunity for individualized PD

The last day of school doesn't always mean teachers' work is done. 

By Roger Riddell • June 7, 2017

Opportunities on the rise for teachers to work remotely

Educators are increasingly able to work from home, according to new job postings touting open positions for online teachers.

By Pat Donachie • June 7, 2017

Survey shows room for STEM ed improvement

Lockheed Martin stressed that a STEM workforce will be vital if the country ever intends to conduct a manned mission to Mars, but a survey found some educators are worried curricula and resources aren't yet up to the task.

By Pat Donachie • June 6, 2017

West Virginia educator introduces kids to tech

One staff member says the state is not generating enough college graduates in STEM fields to fill open computer science jobs.

By Pat Donachie • June 5, 2017

Blended learning platforms can help educators with grading challenges

For the use of blended learning platforms to be successful, it is essential that both students and educators are afforded the time and opportunity to train themselves on how to use the platform

By Pat Donachie • June 5, 2017

Michigan school aims for 'transcendent' stage of technology use

According to the T3 framework, Gaylord Community Schools started out in the "translational" stage and have largely moved to "transformational," though "transcendent" is the goal.

By Tara García Mathewson • June 2, 2017

Value of game-based learning on the rise

An upcoming study details benefits of short form game-based learning on engagement, critical thinking and performance on assessments.

By Roger Riddell • June 2, 2017

'Phigital' students demand new approaches from educators

The students of Generation Z, which consists of children born between 1995 and 2012, take a very different approach to navigating the physical and digital world than their predecessors.

By Pat Donachie • June 2, 2017

How should educators begin building the schools of the future?

Two researchers examined schools nationwide and determined eight key takeaways on setting in motion the path toward future models.

By Pat Donachie • June 2, 2017

Virtual reality could be poised to disrupt the prison education market

The technology can provide real-world experiences and hands-on training to help provide career certificates prior to release.

By Autumn A. Arnett • June 2, 2017

Armed Forces see STEM education as ensuring a bright future

The U.S. military employs thousands in STEM-related pursuits, and the branches are trying to ensure those skillsets are paramount for today's students by promoting them in workshops and mentorships.

By Pat Donachie • May 30, 2017

Gene editing comes to the classroom

Scientific tools like CRISPR Cas9 are increasingly becoming accessible to students, as opposed to being a resource available solely to researchers.

By Pat Donachie • May 30, 2017

Chicago magnet principal's tech approach empowers teachers

Due to finances, Wildwood IB World Magnet School had to forgo tech staff — but doing so has facilitated innovation by teacher leaders.

By Roger Riddell • May 26, 2017