How to Teach with the U.S. Government’s UFO Report By Erik Ofgang published 17 May 22 The U.S. government’s UFO report provides the perfect opportunity to teach about media literacy and the search for extraterrestrial life.
Tech & Learning Launches Best of Show at ISTELive 22 By TL Editors published 17 May 22 These annual awards celebrate the products, and businesses behind each one, who are transforming education in schools around the world.
Best Free Virtual Escape Rooms for Schools By Diana Restifo published 16 May 22 Virtual escape rooms incorporate riddles, puzzles, math, logic, and literacy skills to create an exciting adventure in education.
The Metaverse: 5 Things Educators Should Know By Erik Ofgang published 11 May 22 As the metaverse draws increasing attention, a team of leading researchers has put together an evidence-based guide for educators
Digital Wellness, Data Privacy, and Innovation Explored at the Tech & Learning Leadership Summit in Boston By Christine Weiser published 10 May 22 Tech & Learning’s Boston Leadership Summit covered a wide variety of topics and recognized the winners of the Boston Tech & Learning Innovative Leader Awards
School Resiliency: Not as Simple as Remote vs. In-Person Classes By Erik Ofgang published 9 May 22 A new study found that schools had great variation in student math scores that couldn’t be explained by in-person vs. remote school alone
What is a Flipped Classroom? By Erik Ofgang A flipped classroom prioritizes hands-on work and educator-student interaction by “flipping” the type of work typically done during and outside of class.
How to Teach with the U.S. Government’s UFO Report By Erik Ofgang published 17 May 22 The U.S. government’s UFO report provides the perfect opportunity to teach about media literacy and the search for extraterrestrial life.
The Metaverse: 5 Things Educators Should Know By Erik Ofgang published 11 May 22 As the metaverse draws increasing attention, a team of leading researchers has put together an evidence-based guide for educators
Digital Wellness, Data Privacy, and Innovation Explored at the Tech & Learning Leadership Summit in Boston By Christine Weiser published 10 May 22 Tech & Learning’s Boston Leadership Summit covered a wide variety of topics and recognized the winners of the Boston Tech & Learning Innovative Leader Awards
School Resiliency: Not as Simple as Remote vs. In-Person Classes By Erik Ofgang published 9 May 22 A new study found that schools had great variation in student math scores that couldn’t be explained by in-person vs. remote school alone
The Superintendent Shuffle By Dr. Kecia Ray published 5 May 22 Finding a qualified school superintendent is a major challenge for school districts, now more than ever
Best Mother's Day Activities and Lessons By Diana Restifo published 3 May 22 These top resources make great Mother's Day activities for any age.
What Is Augmented Reality? By Luke Edwards published 2 May 22 Augmented Reality could be the future of teaching and it's available to use right now.
Does Growth Mindset Work? By Erik Ofgang published 29 April 22 Does growth mindset really help students? The research has shown yes and no.
4 Things to Know About Montessori Schools Today By Erik Ofgang published 27 April 22 Developed in the early 1900s the Montessori method is gaining popularity today yet continues to be misunderstood.
May the 4th Be With You: Best Free Star Wars Teaching Ideas By Diana Restifo published 26 April 22 With Star Wars Day, May 4th, just around the corner, it’s a great time to turn the magical allure of the Star Wars movie franchise into fun and fascinating lessons
What Is Virtual Reality? By Luke Edwards published 25 April 22 Virtual reality is a powerful area of technological growth that's being used in education to change the way we teach.
Providing Professional Learning for Classroom Technology Implementation on a Large Scale By Sascha Zuger published 25 April 22 Cristin Kennedy, Director of Instructional Technology for Cobb County Schools in Georgia, was recently recognized for leading the way on technology implementation
Teaching With Word Games Beyond Wordle By Erik Ofgang Wordle isn’t the only word game that can teach children while also entertaining them.
Storybird Lesson Plan By Stephanie Smith Budhai, Ph.D. published 16 May 22 This Storybird Lesson Plan is designed to help educators utilize a digital learning platform to support teaching and learning
How Robots Connect Students, Families, and Educators By Heather Lee published 13 May 22 In Idaho, placing robots in libraries is a playful, hands-on strategy to introduce families to key foundational concepts that create strong learning supports for young children
3 Ways You & Your Students Can Use Microproductivity By Erik Ofgang published 13 May 22 Practicing microproductivity by breaking large tasks down into smaller, easier-to-complete ones, can save time and help educators and students tackle daunting projects
How To Setup Virtual Reality Or Augmented Reality In Schools For Free By Luke Edwards published 12 May 22 Want virtual reality or augmented reality? Here's how to get it free
What Is Canva And How Does It Work? Tips & Tricks By Luke Edwards published 10 May 22 Canva is the design tool that is ideal for use in education to create beautiful projects.
What is Padlet and How Does It Work? Tips & Tricks By Luke Edwards published 9 May 22 Padlet digitizes the notice board for a rich media space that makes education communications better.
Implementing Authentic Exploratory Research (AER) into Teaching By Michael Morrison & Jun Shen published 9 May 22 Authentic exploratory research provides an opportunity for reality-based learning
Growth Mindset: 4 Ways to Implement It In Class By Erik Ofgang published 6 May 22 Growth mindset works for specific students in specific instances but educators should be careful when implementing it, says David S. Yeager of the University of Texas at Austin.
What is Kahoot! and How Does it Work for Teachers? Tips & Tricks By Luke Edwards published 4 May 22 Kahoot! uses game-style learning to engage students for more immersive learning.
Best Practices for Blending SEL and Technology By Ray Bendici published 2 May 22 Blending technology with solid pedagogy and social-emotional learning needs
6 Tips for Protecting Student Data Privacy By Erik Ofgang published 2 May 22 The award-winning edtech specialists at Oak Grove School District in California share their tips for protecting student data privacy while still utilizing the latest tech tools.
How to Recession-Proof Your School Technology Department By Lisa Gonzales published 28 April 22 School technology leaders need to recession-proof technology departments to weather potentially tough economic times ahead
MTSS for Educators By Erik Ofgang published 27 April 22 Providing an MTSS for educators and students helps schools grow academically and emotionally.
Best Tools for Teachers By TL Editors Here's what you need to know about the digital tools for teachers, such as Google Classroom, Microsoft Teams, and Flipgrid
Exploring Learning Spaces During Remote and Hybrid Learning By Ray Bendici published 1 March 21 How and where learning occurs has been permanently changed by the pandemic
How To Use Google Sites, Tips and Tricks By Luke Edwards published 29 January 21 Google Sites is a great way to build a website and is available to teachers for free, here's how to best use the resource.
ISTE Must See Product Guide By TL Editors published 8 January 21 Here is just a sampling of the products showcased at ISTE20 live.
What is Language! Live and How Can It Help Your Students? By Joan Gal Peck, Luke Edwards published 15 October 20 Language! Live curriculum can help students improve their literacy abilities when struggling.
5 Best Mobile Device Management (MDM) Tools for Education By Luke Edwards published 9 October 20 Manage your school's mobile devices from tablets to laptops with the software – find your perfect match here.
