Tag: Education
Bridging Divides: Student Exchange Program Offers New Perspectives in the US
Jessica Osei-Adjei, a student from Baltimore, had an eye-opening experience during her week-long trip to Anchorage, Alaska through the American Exchange Project (AEP). This...
University Tuition Fee Increase in England: Impact on Students and Families
University tuition fees in England are set to increase to £9,535 for the upcoming academic year. This rise, approved by the government due to...
English Schools Should Embrace ‘Difficult’ Pupils, Says Ofsted Chief
Schools should not reject "difficult" students in fear of affecting their overall results, according to Ofsted's chief inspector of schools, Sir Martyn Oliver. He...
Improving School Attendance Through Work Experience: Insights from Manchester Airport CEO
Ken O'Toole, the CEO of Manchester Airport Group, believes that in order to combat the rising rates of school absences, companies should provide work...
Addressing Data Gaps: Improving Academic Progress and Attendance
Addressing Data Gaps: Improving Academic Progress and AttendanceEducators and administrators are facing challenges accessing necessary student data, with many citing data gaps as a...
Developing Media Literacy in the Era of Artificial Intelligence
Media literacy is more important than ever in today's digital age. With the rise of social media and artificial intelligence, students must be equipped...
Dallas ISD Approves CoderZ and RoboX for Pre-Engineering and Robotics Certification Programs
Intelitek and CoderZ, a subsidiary of Intelitek, have announced that the Dallas Independent School District (DISD) has given the green light for the implementation...
Unified Solution for Curriculum, Assessment & Professional Development: HMH Performance Suite
HMH, an adaptive learning company, has introduced a groundbreaking teaching and learning solution called HMH Performance Suite. This platform integrates assessment, Tier 1 curriculum,...
Unlock Free STEM Resources to Celebrate National STEM Day 2024
National STEM Day 2024 is just around the corner, and to celebrate, Discovery Education and its partners are offering a variety of free resources...
Securing Education Data: Importance for Student Protection and Privacy
The education sector is a prime target for cybercriminals in today's digital landscape. Schools collect a vast amount of personally identifiable information (PII) from...
Harvard Awards Innovators in Early Education
The Saul Zaentz Early Education Initiative at the Harvard Graduate School of Education recently announced the winners of its 2024 Zaentz Early Education Innovation...
End Exam Tunnel Vision: Phillipson Urges Schools to Prioritize Student Wellbeing
Bridget Phillipson, the education secretary, emphasized the importance of prioritizing student well-being over academic success during a speech in Birmingham. She highlighted that while...
Limiting Parental Access to Marks-Sharing App to Reduce Student Stress: Dutch School’s Initiative
A secondary school in the Netherlands has taken a unique approach to reduce student stress by limiting parental access to children's grades for a...
Maximizing Tuition Revenue: How English Universities Can Benefit from Fee Increases
The government announced an increase in undergraduate tuition fees in England, with new students starting university next fall and existing students in their second...
Preparing Students for the Future: The Role of Standardized Testing in Education
Standardized testing, including AP exams, plays a crucial role in preparing students for their future endeavors. While many view these exams as a measure...
Empowering Teens: The Urgent Need for Media Literacy Education
An alarming study conducted by The News Literacy Project, a nonpartisan education nonprofit, revealed that while 94 percent of teens desire media literacy education...
Decline in Children’s Reading Habits: A Shocking Report
A recent survey conducted by the National Literacy Trust (NLT) has revealed a concerning trend in children's reading habits. The survey found that only...
Labour’s Tuition Fee Increase: A Test of Students’ Faith
It was always going to be a challenge for the Labour government to navigate the issue of tuition fees. After promising to abolish them,...
Prioritizing Help for Poorer Students: The Key to University Fee Hikes
The recent announcement of a tuition fee hike for English students has sparked concerns about the impact on poorer students. The financial crisis facing...
E-rate Funding Supports Learning Amidst Crisis: Survey Results
Federal E-rate funding continues to play a crucial role in closing the digital gap, especially for rural and underserved communities, as per the latest...
2024 K12 Photography Competition Winners Revealed
K12, a prominent name in virtual education, recently announced the winners of its 2024 Photography Competition. This annual event showcases the creativity and talent...
Addressing Education’s Biggest Challenges: 3 Key Opportunities
Teachers and educators face challenges in improving student engagement and learning outcomes, according to a recent report from Discovery Education. Despite students expressing eagerness...
Building Strong Relationships in Education: Going Beyond Compliance
Our country is currently facing unprecedented challenges, and teachers are at the forefront, working tirelessly to educate and support students. As someone who has...
Enhancing Science Learning for Multilingual Students with VR Technology
The University of Georgia conducted a study to explore how virtual reality technology can enhance science learning for multilingual students. In the United States,...
STEM Careers Coalition Reaches Over 10.7 Million Students: Achieving Goals Early
The STEM Careers Coalition, a partnership between industries and non-profit organizations working with Discovery Education to provide free STEM content and career opportunities, has...
Success Tips for Introducing Robotics to Young Learners – Key Strategies Revealed
As a school library media specialist and enrichment teacher at Garfield Elementary School in Kearney, New Jersey, I embarked on a journey to introduce...
Empowering Pre-Service Teachers to Embrace STEAM Tools in Education
In my fall 3rd-year “STEM in Early Childhood” class, I observed a common trend among pre-service teachers, all of whom were women. They shared...
Transforming Education: The Impact of AI on Personalized Learning
Keisha Ray and Susan Gentz, co-founders of k20 connects, are experts in the field of education and technology. They recently discussed the impact of...
IXL State-Approved Literacy Solution for Grades K-5 in Missouri
IXL, a personalized learning platform used by 16 million students, has been recognized as a High-Quality Evidence-Based Instructional Material for Early Literacy by the...
Navigating Special Educational Needs in the UK: Share Your Experiences
A recent report by the National Audit Office revealed that despite a significant increase in funding for children with special educational needs (SEN) in...