Technology

As reopenings move forward, so do plans to maintain online learning options

With millions invested in distance learning infrastructure, some districts may approach the model as an in-house "school choice" option.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Jan. 26, 2021

Promising Practices: How one district built online learning buy-in, engagement

A Texas district successfully implemented a comprehensive launch of resources for students, parents and teachers to boost engagement and effectiveness.

By Kara Arundel • Jan. 25, 2021

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The impact of the coronavirus on e-learning

A year disrupted by the coronavirus pandemic forced public schools to embrace e-learning virtually overnight. We're keeping this page up to date with the latest ed tech trends and developments.

By K-12 Dive staff

How to offer hands-on learning opportunities in hybrid environments

The pandemic may have shifted the idea of what and where a classroom is, but educators are finding new ways to bring immersive learning to students.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 20, 2021

Effective online teacher training grows, but in-person supports still needed

Virtual sessions expand professional development's reach and capacity, but experts warn against abandoning essential individualized supports.

By Kara Arundel • Jan. 13, 2021

4 superintendents to watch in 2021

These administrators are tackling immediate pandemic-related challenges while also looking ahead to long-term reforms.

By Kara Arundel • Jan. 11, 2021

If an app can detect COVID-19 carriers by the sound of a cough, should schools use it?

As with contact tracing apps, artificial intelligence that detects COVID-19 via sound recording could still pose some privacy risks.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Jan. 11, 2021

State closes digital divide with boots-on-the-ground effort

Three-quarters of Nevada's students live in and around the urban center of Las Vegas in Clark County, setting the state's challenges apart from its peers.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Jan. 08, 2021

5 ed tech trends to watch in 2021

The shifts of the past year are shaping new developments in online learning, classroom tech training, cybersecurity concerns and more.

By Natalie Gross • Jan. 07, 2021

Clarity crucial to support student learning objectives in remote education

There are a number of steps educators can take to help define goals as plainly as possible to fuel student success, a California superintendent writes.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 06, 2021

New York law stymies facial recognition tech in schools, questions effectiveness

The state's education commissioner is tasked with evaluating costs, impacts on privacy, and ability to differentiate individuals from various backgrounds. 

By Shawna De La Rosa • Jan. 05, 2021

COVID-19 pandemic highlights cracks in K-12 truancy laws

Texas is considered ahead of the curve on rethinking attendance laws, having decriminalized truancy in 2015.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Jan. 05, 2021

These 8 trends will impact schools in 2021

With the effects of multiple crises likely to linger at all levels for years to come, these key factors will influence the direction of schools in the coming year.

By Roger Riddell , Naaz Modan , Kara Arundel • Jan. 04, 2021

How homework is changing during online learning

Teachers are reconsidering how much homework is needed in online school, while flipped learning may help reduce work completed outside of class.

By Lauren Barack • Dec. 23, 2020

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Lessons In Leadership: 3 areas K-12 administrators shined in an unprecedented year

As COVID-19 disrupted schools, leaders quickly pivoted to adapt academics to remote learning and ensure basic needs were met across school communities.

By Roger Riddell • Dec. 22, 2020

Digital self-harm on the rise among students, study finds

The pandemic has led to increased mental health issues among Gen Z, but there are things administrators can do to mitigate its social-emotional impacts.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Dec. 21, 2020

Survey: Students praise teachers' efforts, have concerns about academic declines

The National Education Association and National PTA recommended boosting student-teacher interactions and family engagement in a Wednesday media call.

By Kara Arundel • Dec. 17, 2020

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Curricular Counsel: How district curriculum practices changed due to COVID-19

The pandemic impacted procurement, assessment and professional development approaches. Here's how district and curriculum leaders adapted.

By Roger Riddell • Dec. 16, 2020

Lessons Learned: Pre-COVID-19 virtual courses prepared district for pandemic

Students in South Carolina's Pickens County School District had an easier time adapting due to prior experience managing online coursework.

By Kara Arundel • Dec. 16, 2020

How to embed creativity in STEM curriculum

Research shows art, music and other student interests can provide gateways for learners, especially those with spacial aptitude, connect more deeply.

By Lauren Barack • Dec. 15, 2020

Federal agencies: K-12 schools face heightened cyberthreats

Cyberattackers are trying to steal data and disrupt remote learning as COVID-19 continues to impact schools, the FBI and other agencies said. 

By David Jones • Dec. 14, 2020

Night kindergarten class meets needs of working families during the pandemic

Concerns about absences and students’ difficulties with participating in daytime classes led to the development of KIPP NJ’s Evening Learning Program.

By Kara Arundel • Dec. 14, 2020

Turning cameras off to keep student engagement on

Remaining sensitive to students' home lives can help learners stay involved in remote classwork and feel connected to their peers, experts say.

By Lauren Barack • Dec. 09, 2020

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4 ways schools use video game design to spark interest in computer science

Districts can hook students with existing enthusiasm, helping them build technical and soft skills while also broadening STEM diversity.

By Lauren Barack • Dec. 09, 2020

ISTE 2020: Expanding computer science opportunities for girls, students of color

Distance learning and partnerships are critical in broadening access, and districts can also weave CS training into a variety of classes, school tech leaders said during the annual conference last week.

By Naaz Modan • Dec. 09, 2020

Report: Schools should look for long-term solutions to digital divide

Digital access improved this fall, but increasing COVID-19 cases will lead to more struggles with at-home learning, according to a UCLA researcher.

By Kara Arundel • Dec. 09, 2020