Online Learning
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Sponsored by FlexPoint
Teacher shortage solutions to implement in the short-term
Looking for Teacher Shortage Solutions? FlexPoint Offers a Short-Term Solution to Support Your School or District.
By Jason Odom, Director of Instruction, FlexPoint Virtual School • Aug. 19, 2024 -
Sponsored by Lenovo
5 pandemic-era technologies schools don’t want to give up
Whether in-person or hybrid, schools should continue utilizing these five pandemic-era technologies.
By Coby Gurr, General Manager, Education Software, Lenovo • March 20, 2023 -
Sponsored by Vivi
From physical to digital to social: The evolution of the classroom
Engagement and interaction now underpin the way our children are taught. From the environment, to the content to the technology that enables it, is designed to support social learning.
March 7, 2022 -
Sponsored by School Pathways
Envisioning student success as independent study and virtual learning programs grow
The COVID-19 pandemic triggered greater awareness and interest in alternative educational environments.
Feb. 28, 2022 -
Sponsored by D2L
Creating community-based learning in a blended environment
Three steps to create blended learning opportunities that integrate the community into teaching.
Jan. 24, 2022 -
Sponsored by Pearson
4 realizations that will help schools close learning gaps
Smarthinking online tutors provide a pathway for a brighter future. For over 25 years, our network of expert tutors has helped learners reach their full potential.
Oct. 25, 2021 -
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Envisioning the new normal: A story of optimism in education
A discussion on how the education system continuously adapts to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Aug. 23, 2021 -
Sponsored by Corwin Press
Rebound! A focus on 1 critical need: rebuilding student agency
To successfully bounce back and "rebound," one area to focus our attention is rebuilding student agency.
By Douglas Fisher and Nancy Frey, Corwin • May 24, 2021 -
Reading gaps widen in mid-year data, especially for K-1 students of color
Compared to last year, the percentage of students on-track decreased from 55% to 37% for kindergartners, and from 58% to 43% for 1st-graders, according to data in a new report.
By Naaz Modan • Feb. 25, 2021 -
"Open pencil case with school supplies and personal protection items. Study during quarantine" by Marco Verch is licensed under CC BY 2.0
Decisions to stop or start in-person K-12 learning aren't getting easier
As COVID-19 surges, school leaders are pivoting weekly to address disrupted schedules. Here's how they're navigating uncharted waters.
By Kara Arundel • Nov. 25, 2020 -
How to use a workshop model for full lessons, not just individual skills
The learning approach shares many characteristics with project-based learning and gives more hands-on experiences to students, educators say.
By Lauren Barack • Nov. 18, 2020 -
Deep Dive
4 ways COVID-19 could alter long-term curricular approaches
From the times and places learning occurs to what schools look like, pandemic shifts to education are unlikely to revert, experts say.
By Lauren Barack • Nov. 18, 2020 -
Can SpaceX satellite tech bridge the homework gap?
Looking to solve an ongoing remote hurdle experienced by many schools, a Texas district is piloting the company's Starlink tech to provide high-speed home internet to rural students and teachers.
By Kara Arundel • Nov. 18, 2020 -
Deep Dive
'Relationships matter': Remote learning places new hurdles in fight against chronic absenteeism
Schools are employing a variety of tactics — including coaches, phone calls and dance parties at lunch — to boost attendance in virtual environments, but defining students' "presence" remains a challenge.
By Natalie Gross • Nov. 12, 2020 -
Deep Dive
Rubric for Recovery: Tightening budgets, litigation add to pandemic special ed pressures
Dedicated in-person sessions and group interventions have been among districts' strategies for additional supports amid remote learning challenges.
By Kara Arundel • Nov. 4, 2020 -
Deep Dive
Rubric for Recovery: For rural communities, it's all-hands-on-deck to help low-income students
With some families so remote they lack access to reliable connections, rural schools have reached students with lessons on USB drives and more.
By Naaz Modan • Nov. 3, 2020 -
Deep Dive
Rubric for Recovery: How schools are educating marginalized students during COVID-19
In a four-part series, we explore the challenges districts face teaching at-risk groups in-person and online, and how they are creatively addressing them.
Nov. 3, 2020 -
Deep Dive
Rubric for Recovery: ELs face more hurdles amid lost in-person learning
Schools are employing extra English development courses, individualized support delivered to students' sidewalks and more to maintain progress.
By Kara Arundel • Nov. 2, 2020 -
How are educators keeping young students engaged online?
Physical activity such as nature walks and creating a connection with parents and enlisting their involvement are two keys to success, educators say.
By Lauren Barack • Oct. 28, 2020 -
How deeply will digital learning transform K-12 long term?
While pandemic shifts to remote learning set the stage for significant change, a variety of factors will determine how far and fast it goes, a new report shows.
By Roger Riddell • Oct. 22, 2020 -
Flexible backup plans keep online learning going through illness, outages
Planning ahead for the unexpected provides entry points to put students and substitutes at ease in the event of unexpected disruptions.
By Lauren Barack • Oct. 21, 2020 -
3 COVID-19 education trends set to persist post-pandemic
While the coronavirus has caused hardships, some K-12 practices born from the virus have the potential to enhance outcomes and school operations.
By Kara Arundel • Oct. 19, 2020 -
Project-based learning can be more engaging, but remote spaces provide challenges
One curriculum designer suggests providing office hours and collaboration rooms are among keys to remote PBL success.
By Lauren Barack • Oct. 14, 2020 -
Hotlines fill tech, homework help gaps for teachers, parents during distance ed
One state's department of education partnered with a local nonprofit to provide these resources statewide.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Oct. 13, 2020 -
State ed chiefs rethinking accountability during COVID-19
Using old models is a "bridge too far" for 2020-21, one expert said, and an unprecedented year could mean performance and goal expectations overhauls.
By Naaz Modan • Oct. 7, 2020