'Universal design' thinking could improve Common Core learning for all students

Adopting a 'universal design for learning' mindset can help general and special ed teachers reach students and improve Common Core-aligned instruction.

By Erin McIntyre • April 20, 2016

CoSN resource aims to help schools with fiber internet connections

The new three-part toolkit is aimed at helping schools figure out how to improve connections with federal E-rate funding.

By Erin McIntyre • April 19, 2016

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From AI to quantum physics, STEM learning opportunities in K-12 are expanding to keep pace with related fields.

By K-12 Dive staff

How teachers are using technology to change the classroom

Teachers are citing a preference for mobile devices and apps in blended learning environments.

April 19, 2016

New digital approaches to teaching history engage students with interactivity

Efforts towards having open-ended conversations that demand critical thinking are improving student engagement.

By Erin McIntyre • April 15, 2016

'Internet of Things' poised to facilitate the rise of 'smart' schools

A new survey reveals that many education leaders believe connected devices could soon transform learning environments.

By Erin McIntyre • April 14, 2016

Oracle donates $200 million for computer education

The donation, which includes in-kind support, will be distributed over 18 months as part of President Obama's Computer Science for All initiative.

By Erin McIntyre • April 13, 2016

New ed tech companies eye branded learning

A South African ed tech startup has partnered with the Ogilvy Digital Marketing Academy (ODMA) to market a course on behavioral economics.

By Erin McIntyre • April 13, 2016

Schools an increasing focus of ransomware hackers

For hackers, the use of ransomware attacks are soaring and the FBI says victims paid over $209 million in ransom payments over the first three months of 2016.

By Erin McIntyre • April 12, 2016

Letting students lead can help teachers teach

Alan November, senior partner and founder of November Learning, writes in eSchoolNews that teachers can benefit from involving students in their professional development. 

By Erin McIntyre • April 12, 2016

Online credit recovery courses aren't helping students

A new study shows the programs are costing districts more money than they're worth.  

By Erin McIntyre • April 11, 2016

Digital leadership, social media critical for schools to reach communities

At the CoSN 2016 conference, thought leader Eric Sheninger detailed ways schools can share information, tell stories and build relationships.

By Erin McIntyre • April 11, 2016

Wi-Fi bans, continuing ed and School 2.0: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the pack with the latest on virtual realtiy, what public schools can learn from private peers, and more right here!

By Roger Riddell • April 8, 2016

Robots jumpstart learning in some US districts

In honor of National Robot Week, Education Dive took a look at two ways robots are being used in K-12 classrooms.

By Erin McIntyre • April 8, 2016

Mobile hotspots hope to address access voids

In California, innovative mobile Wi-Fi strategies are bringing the Internet to many students who don't have it at home.

By Erin McIntyre • April 8, 2016

Virginia plan will transform traditional high school experience

A new plan by the State Board of Education will divide the traditional four years of high school into a pair of two sections with various avenues toward completion.

By Erin McIntyre • April 7, 2016

What schools should know as cybercrime climbs 73%

An increasing number of attacks happened in 2015, according to new research from various sources.

By Erin McIntyre • April 7, 2016

iOS 9.3 will modify iPad usage in K-12 schools

Alongside the new ed-related features is an app dubbed 'Classroom' that allows educators to see what individual students are working on at any time.

By Erin McIntyre • April 6, 2016

Survey: 62% of K-12 schools have digital strategies

New data from the Center for Digital Education's Digital School District Survey Awards shows 38% of those strategies involve OER.

By Erin McIntyre • April 5, 2016

Is micro-credentialing the future of K-12 PD?

An increasing number of educators have expressed interest in the short-form, skills-focused learning format for their professional development.

By Erin McIntyre • April 5, 2016

Using data visualization to engage non-English speaking parents

Real-time data is helping some districts engage and communicate with non-English speaking parents, supplementing an academic parent-teacher team approach.

By Erin McIntyre • April 5, 2016

Panorama's Feuer: 'Education is the ends, and tech is one of the means'

The 25-year-old Panorama co-founder details barriers to helping schools improve and the role ed tech should play.

By Erin McIntyre • April 4, 2016

New 'Definitive Guide' details customer service approach to ed

K12 Insight's new guide stresses the importance of listening and responding to parent and community feedback.

By Erin McIntyre • April 4, 2016

Collaboration key to manage huge tech initiatives

In Oregon, one district's learning and tech groups are boosting collaboration on a tech rollout worth $680 million.

By Erin McIntyre • April 4, 2016

Despite lack of scientific evidence, Ban Wi-Fi movement persists

The answer to whether the movement is scientifically grounded might not matter for school administrators, as districts can still be sued over claims.

By Erin McIntyre • April 1, 2016

Schools go high-tech in ensuring safety

Surveillance and advanced visitor management systems are among solutions helping schools increase security measures. 

By Erin McIntyre • March 31, 2016