EdTech & Innovation
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Teaching Mastery, Not Memorization with Phonics-Based Learning
A district improvement specialist explains how her district successfully implemented a new approach in response to Arkansas’ literacy legislation. By Sandra Halley Throughout Marion ... -
Why Practice Isn’t Always Perfect in SAT/ACT Prep
To reach their goals on these potentially life-changing tests, students need a combination of personalized and active learning. By Chandra S. Pemmasani, M.D. We’ve ... -
Feeling Lethargic? It May All That Screen Time
Do any of us really remember what life was like before cell phones? Before computers? Before information 24/7? Probably not….While it is nice to ... -
Global Classroom Engagement Provider, Vivi, Launches New Student Feedback Tool
At ISTE 2019, the wireless screen mirroring company will unveil features including on-the-fly formative assessments, student polling, and student well-being checks (MELBOURNE, Australia) June ... -
Boost Parent Engagement with Bloomz and Win $10,000 for Your School’s PTA
Teachers can also win $500 for their classroom by helping colleagues improve parent-teacher communication with the all-in-one family engagement app (Redmond, Wash.) June 19, ... -
MIND Research Institute Launches ST Math Chats During ISTE 2019
The new interactive lessons use MIND’s “play, discuss, apply” model to deepen learning through whole-class discussion (Irvine, CA) June 13, 2019 — MIND Research ... -
KinderLab Robotics Announces New Extension Set for Advanced Coding with KIBO
The KIBO Advanced Coding Extension Set unlocks new coding options to allow users of the robot kit to design their own programming blocks, create ... -
Renaissance Acquires Student-Centered, Teacher-Driven Math Solution
The edtech leader has acquired Freckle Education to enhance its offerings with differentiated math, science and social studies solutions (WISCONSIN RAPIDS, Wis.) May 20, ... -
ETA hand2mind Announces Name Change to hand2mind
The new name reflects the company’s mission to create a hands-on, engaging classroom experience (Vernon Hills, IL) April 30, 2019 – ETA hand2mind, a ... -
4 Keys to Finding and Using Technology in Early Elementary Classrooms
Incorporating tech into the classroom appropriately can be particularly challenging with younger students. Here are some suggestions for balancing innovation and safety. By Victoria ...
