Tech & Learning: Ideas and Tools for EdTech Innovators

New Research: Therapy Dogs Reduce College Stress, Improve Executive Functioning Spending just one hour per week for a month with therapy dogs led to a significant improvement in executive functioning for college students at risk of failing academically.

What is Slido for Education? Best Tips and Tricks Slido is a superb hybrid learning tool that makes remote learning more engaging for students

4 Ways My Teaching Has Changed Because of Remote Learning

How to Teach with the U.S. Government’s UFO Report The U.S. government’s UFO report provides the perfect opportunity to teach about media literacy and the search for extraterrestrial life.

11 Edtech Tips for New Teachers These edtech tips for new teachers can assist with intentional and purposeful integration within PK-12 classrooms

What is Storybird for Education? Best Tips and Tricks Storybird lets students create their own stories with images, making it ideal for school and home learning

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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

Oakland Undivided: How a California District Closed the Digital Divide

By Erik Ofgang

When the pandemic began, Oakland USD leaders needed to act quickly to ensure equitable access for all 53,000 students

Best Google Tools for English Language Learners

By Eric Curts, Luke Edwards

Learn how to use Google tools for translation, speech-to-text, text-to-speech, dictionary, screencasting and more.

The Future of Career Technical Education (CTE): What Educators Need to Know

By Ray Bendici

Career technical education is gaining expanded interest and funding support in the wake of the pandemic

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Best Free Language Learning Websites and Apps

By Diana Restifo

This blog gets readers from around the the world.

STEM Lessons: Make Learning Engaging in Any Environment

By Erik Ofgang

From 3D printing to STEM-themed escape rooms, there are plenty of STEM lessons to make learning fun.

3 Education Trends to Watch for the Upcoming School Year

By Dr. Kecia Ray

Education trends in the year ahead include micro lessons, integrated whole classrooms, and reconsidering assessments

Nancy Knowlton Turns Focus to Classroom Audio

By Erik Ofgang

Nancy Knowlton’s new venture, Nureva Inc., is designed to help students hear their teachers better.

Digital Learning Annual Conference DLAC 2021: A Preview

By Eileen Belastock

DLAC 2021 returns to Austin June 14-16

Best Juneteenth Lessons and Activities

By Diana Restifo

Teaching about Juneteenth can inspire students’ reflections and creativity

5 Learning Gains Made During the Pandemic

By Erik Ofgang

Despite the challenges, there have been useful learning gains made during the pandemic

ISTELive 21 Preview: Designing a New Learning Landscape

By Eileen Belastock

With live, interactive, and immersive learning sessions, featured voices, playgrounds, poster sessions, and an expo hall, this virtual ISTE conference exemplifies that “the show must go on!”

Tech & Learning Edtech Conference Guide

By TL Editors

Tech & Learning's Edtech Conference Guide features the best 2021/2022 education technology conferences, in person, virtual, and hybrid

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Tech & Learning Reader Favorites

By TL Editors

These top Tech & Learning articles explore the latest ideas, resources, and tools for teachers and students.

What Is WeVideo And How Does It Work For Education?

By Luke Edwards

WeVideo is the online video editing platform aimed at K-12 for students and teachers.

5 Summer Professional Development Ideas for Teachers

By Dr. Kecia Ray

Summer professional development opportunities can be done by the pool or while on vacation

What is Prodigy for Education? Best Tips and Tricks

By Luke Edwards

Prodigy makes math fun for students in class or at home.

What is Epic! for Education? Best Tips and Tricks

By Luke Edwards

Epic! is a book and video library built specifically for educators to work with, here's the ultimate guide with tips.

Google Education Tools and Apps

By TL Editors

Google Classroom is the most popular digital tool in education.

How to Recruit New Teachers

By Annie Galvin Teich

How to recruit new teachers involves finding candidates who are skilled, resourceful, and flexible

How to Use Data Dashboards to Drive Student Success

By Erik Ofgang

The Fullerton School District is launching new data dashboards that will provide a holistic picture of each student.

6 Grant Application Questions to Ask Yourself

By Gwen Solomon

The answer to these grant application questions can help inform and shape a successful proposal

What is SurveyMonkey for Education? Best Tips and Tricks

By Luke Edwards

SurveyMonkey for education is the ultimate survey tool for teachers, admins and more.

5 Ways to Unleash Creativity in the Classroom

By Erik Ofgang

Empowering students with inclusion and technology are key to unlocking their potential

How To Teach Coding with No Prior Experience

By Tom Glynn

Learning to teach coding involves enthusiasm and being ready to learn

SEL For Educators: 4 Best Practices

By Erik Ofgang

Effective SEL programs start with educators and establish sustainable best practices.

Wakelet Lesson Plan for Middle and High School

By Stephanie Smith Budhai, Ph.D.

This Wakelet Lesson Plan is designed to assist educators with incorporating online curation tools for team projects

Latest Resources

Teacher Discounts: 5 Ways to Save on Vacation

By Erik Ofgang

From discounted hotels to reduced price museum tickets and car rentals, there are many ways to save as an educator while traveling

Go Big or Go Home

By Cindy Davis

Exploring Learning Spaces During Remote and Hybrid Learning

By Ray Bendici

How and where learning occurs has been permanently changed by the pandemic

How To Use Google Sites, Tips and Tricks

By Luke Edwards

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

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

Language! Live curriculum can help students improve their literacy abilities when struggling.

Elementary school children stand in front of blackboard using iPad tablet computers

5 Best Mobile Device Management (MDM) Tools for Education

By Luke Edwards

Manage your school's mobile devices from tablets to laptops with the software – find your perfect match here.