Ray Bendici
Ray Bendici is the Managing Editor of Tech & Learning and Tech & Learning University. He is an award-winning journalist/editor, with more than 20 years of experience, including a specific focus on education.
Latest articles by Ray Bendici

The #NYCSchoolsTech Summit 2024 Marked A Welcome Return to In-Person Professional Learning
By Ray Bendici Published
The recent #NYCSchoolsTech Summit was a success of professional development for educators from across the five boroughs.

Edtech Show & Tell: March 2024
By Ray Bendici Published
New edtech products that have caught our attention this month

2024 Edtech Trends: Authenticity, Better Tools, and More AI (Of Course)
By Erik Ofgang Published
Looking ahead to see what edtech trends may emerge in 2024

Edtech Show & Tell: February 2024
By Ray Bendici Published
New edtech products that have caught our attention this month

Tech & Learning 2023: Year in Review
By Ray Bendici Published
A look back at the top articles published by Tech & Learning over the past year

Using the U.S. National Parks to Support STEM Learning
By Ray Bendici Published
Expeditions in Education provides STEM learning opportunities based on the U.S. National Park System

Supporting LGBTQ+ Students
By Ray Bendici Published
How teachers and administrators can support LGBTQ+ students in classrooms and beyond

Creating A District-Wide Student Wellbeing Survey
By Ray Bendici Published
How the School District of Philadelphia uses its student wellbeing survey to support diversity, equity, and inclusion

The Battle of the Boroughs: A Win for Education and Esports
By Ray Bendici Published
During the recent Battle of the Boroughs Minecraft Challenge, students weren’t the only ones who won

10 Tech Skills Every Student Should Have
By David Andrade Published
Every student should have these basic tech skills in order to be successful during their education and beyond

Extraordinary Attorney Woo: 5 Lessons for Teaching Students with Autism
By Ray Bendici Last updated
Although mostly set in a courtroom, the hit show Extraordinary Attorney Woo has lessons for the classroom

Abbott Elementary: 5 Lessons for Teachers
By Ray Bendici Last updated
The popular sitcom Abbott Elementary provides laughs–and teaching lessons

Best Practices for Interactive Displays in the Classroom
By Ray Bendici Published
Using interactive displays in the classroom is an opportunity to make the most of time with students and empower them with simple strategies.

How to Discuss Eco-Anxiety with Students
By Ray Bendici Published
Many students are experiencing eco-anxiety as they witness the effects of climate change

Best Practices for School Leaders to Support Well-Being
By Ray Bendici Published
Under the leadership of Alena Zachery-Ross, Ypsilanti Community Schools in Michigan has developed award-winning wellness programs

‘Grow Your Own’ Teacher Programs: What To Know
By Ray Bendici Last updated
School districts are increasingly developing teachers from within their own student ranks

Best Practices for Blending SEL and Technology
By Ray Bendici Published
Blending technology with solid pedagogy and social-emotional learning needs

Tech & Learning Names the Winners of the Innovative Leader Awards in Atlanta
By Ray Bendici Published
The honor recognizes exceptional administrators in select regions around the country who are leading innovation in their school districts

Analytics-Based Strategies to Equitably Address Opportunity Gaps
By Ray Bendici Published
How schools use analytics and data to personalize the learning experience for all students

Tapping the Potential of Learning Through Play in STEAM Programs
By Ray Bendici Last updated
Encouraging purposeful play through tools such as LEGO Education to engage students and improve STEAM learning outcomes

How to Write in Plain Language for Teaching
By Ray Bendici Published
Using plain language for school websites and family communication is an effective way to assure understanding, especially when translation is involved

Promoting Social-Emotional Learning in Digital Life
By Ray Bendici Published
Social-emotional learning continues to be a key aspect of digital citizenship
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