Key points: Project-based learning (PBL) has many definitions, but at its core, it is a teaching method through which students gain knowledge and skills by working for an extended period of time to investigate and respond to an engaging and …
Key points: In the year and half since the launch of ChatGPT, AI-powered edtech tools have flooded the market–but most, if not all, of these products may be missing out on the most exciting and creative ways to use AI …
Key points: In the ever-evolving landscape of education, it is important to understand how students think and learn so as to be able to teach effectively. Jean Piaget, a Swiss psychologist, profoundly impacted educational theory with his comprehensive theory of …
Key points: As a former teacher and current teacher trainer, I have seen first-hand how challenging it can be to create English language arts (ELA) lessons that deeply engage students. While novels are engrossing for some students, teachers who use …
Key points: Back-to-school season comes with highs and lows, and along with those mixed emotions come trends and predictions around edtech tools, digital learning resources, and important curricular objectives. Here are some back-to-school tips, advice, and valuable insights from educators, …
Key points: Schools in the U.S. and across the globe continue to struggle with student engagement, according to new research from LEGO Education. Only one-third of U.S. administrators, teachers, and parents/caregivers say students are engaged in learning, underscoring the critical …
Key points: With a new school year comes new priorities for educators and students alike. Teaching is evolving at a rapid pace, pushed forward by advancements in AI, the need for real-world relevance in classroom lessons, and a focus on …
This is republished as part of a series in collaboration with the Headway Election Challenge. Chalkbeat and Headway at The New York Times will ask young people to share their insights and perspectives throughout the 2024 presidential election. This story was …
Key points: Maybe it’s just me, but it feels as though AI is starting to take over the world. To be clear, I don’t mean this in an “evil robots” sort of way. Rather, in a short amount of time, …
This article originally appeared on iCEV’s blog and is reposted here with permission. As classroom teachers, one of the many challenges we face is student engagement. With the changing landscape of education, how do we keep students focused and provide …
