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The 8 Learning Styles Every Teacher Should Know

ViewSonic Education

From color-coders and chatterboxes to quiet notetakers and hands-on builders, students absorb information in all kinds of ways. Thats where the 8 learning styles come in. While they arent hard science, theyre widely recognized as a helpful framework for understanding how different learners tickand how you can meet them where they are. Keep reading for classroom-ready strategies tied to each of the 8 learning stylesor explore how ViewSonic Education Software can support diverse learners today!

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Most teachers agree AI is a time-saver

eSchool News

Key points: Many teachers say they have yet to receive any AI training or substantial guidance from their school 6 recommendations for AI in classrooms AI in K-12 instruction: Insights from instructional coaches For more news on AI, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub More than half of educators (62 percent) are already making use of AI at school, with more than one-quarter using it daily for work purposes, according to a Twinkl survey of more than 3,500 U.S. teachers.

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How AI Can Help You Bridge Your Students’ Knowledge Gaps

Knowledge Avatars K-12

How AI Can Help You Bridge Your Students Knowledge Gaps Emiliano De La Sat, 04/05/2025 - 11:59 As educators, were constantly asking ourselves: Will new technology help our studentsor distract from their learning? Weve seen how tools like social media can be a double-edged sword. Now, with AI, were at a similar crossroads. The good news? Its impact is in our hands.

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Lenovo Devices Open the Door to AI for Teachers and Students

EdTech Magazine

Educational institutions increased their artificial intelligence spending by 160% this past year, according to the CIO Playbook 2025 report by IDC and Lenovo. The report also found that while systemwide use of AI is still limited at most institutions, a little over one-third of respondents plan to start using AI in the next 12 months. Teachers and students will require robust tools to leverage AIs full potential, including devices with sufficient processing speed and power.

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Make Tuition Agreements Work Smarter—for Your School and Families

A well-crafted tuition agreement is more than paperwork—it’s a powerful tool for protecting your school and building family confidence. This guide helps private and independent K–12 schools reduce legal risk, improve collections, and foster long-term trust with families. Learn best practices for drafting enforceable agreements, communicating clear expectations, and navigating challenges like payment disputes, custody conflicts, and continuous enrollment.

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In Elementary School, Many Teachers Have a Shaky Grasp of Math. Can Preparation Programs Change That?

Edsurge

When it comes to math, students are struggling. The recent national assessment underscored that by revealing that 24 percent of fourth graders are still performing below basic math skills, also shining a spotlight on an ever-growing inequality in math performance across the country. Other assessments such as the critical thinking-focused international PISA exam have also indicated declining math abilities.

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4 Resources To Celebrate the Week of the Young Child

Digital Promise

To celebrate Week of the Young Child, Digital Promise shares four resources to support early childhood educators and students.

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Helping Educators Reimagine AI’s Role in Transformational Learning

Edsurge

From customer service chatbots to personalized shopping recommendations, artificial intelligence has become integral to our daily lives. Mainstream generative AI tools, which can create original content, have risen dramatically in popularity. Many educators have begun exploring these tools to streamline administrative tasks from composing parent emails to analyzing assessment data and differentiating instruction.

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What Does the Research Say? 3 Guidelines for Designing STEM Opportunities for Early Learners

Digital Promise

The post What Does the Research Say? 3 Guidelines for Designing STEM Opportunities for Early Learners appeared first on Digital Promise.

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How Generative AI Can Propel Education

techlearning

Educational innovation exists, but it can move slowly at times. Does generative AI have what it takes to push the envelope in a notoriously lacking space?

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The Case for Game Design as an Innovative STEAM Teaching Tool

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Searching for innovative ways to deliver integrated STEAM education that also help students attain industry-ready skills? Then this punchy 30-minute thought leadership webinar is for you. Join fellow education leaders as we share: National data on STEAM performance and student engagement that indicates post-pandemic learners are craving inspired intervention 10 research-backed reasons why game design is the leading method for practically teaching integrated STEAM education An inside look at live

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Tech Tip #125: Basics in Every Lesson Plan

Ask a Tech Teacher

In these 169 tech-centric situations, you get an overview of pedagogythe tech topics most important to your teachingas well as practical strategies to address most classroom tech situations, how to scaffold these to learning, and where they provide the subtext to daily tech-infused education. Today’s tip: Basics in Every Lesson Plan Here are four skills to be included and reinforced in every lesson plan.

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Portland’s Universal Pre-K Proposal Was Hailed as a ‘National Model.’ How’s the Rollout Going?

Edsurge

Its been a little over a year since Tram Gonzalez opened Color Wings Preschool in her home in Portland, Oregon. Of the 15 children enrolled in her program, 10 attend for free, covered in full by Multnomah Countys Preschool for All initiative, which was passed by Portland voters in November 2020 to create universal free preschool for all 3- and 4-year-olds who want it.

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5 Ways to Help Students Succeed in School and Life

The CoolCatTeacher

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. Coach Daron Franklin “Coach Frank,” shares five of his tips to help us teachers be successful in both school and in life. Daron Franklin also known as Coach Frank, is a former Algebra I teacher turned human performance coach.

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How AI Is Transforming Business Operations in K-12

EdTech Magazine

Instead of fearing artificial intelligence, Val Verde Unified School District has embraced it. Last February, Val Verdes Board of Education acknowledged AIs risks but directed district leaders to begin evaluating and testing it to enhance teaching and learning and improve business operations. Since then, the Southern California district of 19,000 students began developing adoption guidelines and training educational and administrative staff on how to use generative AI tools and do so responsibly

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Enhancing Higher Education with Generative AI: A Responsible Guide

Generative AI holds tremendous promise for all stakeholders in higher education. But guardrails are needed. Strong governance that empower instructors are at the core of a responsible approach to using generative AI in academia.

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What You Might Have Missed in March–What’s up in April

Ask a Tech Teacher

Here are the most-read posts for last month: How to Leverage AI Tutors for Effective Learning Tips for Parents, Educators, and Students Subscriber Special: 50% Off Sidebar Sponsors Didnt Get in College? Interested in the Military? Try NAPS 11 Ways X/Twitter Improves Education LOTS of Resources for Kids Online Research Celebrate Pi Day and Maths Day 9 St.

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Transforming learning at Tāmaki College with Hāpara

Hapara

Listen to an audio version of this post: [link] Customer Details Location : East Auckland, New Zealand Number of students : Over 700 Age group : Years 9-13 Tool they leverage : Full suite of classroom management tools, primary Hpara Workspace Year they adopted Hpara : 2011 Featuring : Deputy Principal Russel Dunn and educators Peter Erhard, Faiyaz Hoosein, Nilesh Krishna, Brenton Moyes, Haitelenisia Siulua Tmaki College is a secondary school located in East Auckland, New Zealand, serving learner

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Where to Begin: Building Capacity for Reimagining School-Based Mental Health

Digital Promise

The post Where to Begin: Building Capacity for Reimagining School-Based Mental Health appeared first on Digital Promise.

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How hands-on learning deepens STEM engagement

eSchool News

Key points: Probeware is key in helping students make sense of scientific concepts 5 powerful ways to link STEM lessons to real-world applications Rural areas are poised for unique STEM education, but need more resources For more news on STEM learning, visit eSN’s STEM & STEAM hub STEM careers are on the rise. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics , employment in STEM occupations is expected to grow by 10.4 percent from 2023 to 2033, compared to just 3.6 percent for non-STEM

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Enhancing School Device Management for Improved Learning

Schools face increasing challenges as technology becomes integral to education. Efficient device management is essential for maximizing technology use and safeguarding investments. Our article discusses the importance of tracking devices, outlines current challenges, and suggests modern solutions that go beyond traditional methods like Excel. Learn how advanced tracking systems can streamline operations, improve maintenance, and offer real-time updates for better resource allocation.

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April is Financial Literacy Month

Ask a Tech Teacher

Financial Literacy Month is recognized annually in Canada in November, and the United States in April. It’s purpose: to teach how to establish and maintain healthy financial habits. When kids read America’s almost $37 trillion debt is accepted by many as business as usual, I wonder how that news will affect their children. Do they understand the consequences of unbalanced budgets?

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April 2025 product update: Get ready for teacher screen sharing in Hāpara Highlights

Hapara

Listen to an audio version of this post: [link] At Hpara, Hipi and the team are always listening to your input and innovating to better support schools and districts like yours. Thats why were so excited to tell you about our latest feature coming to our classroom management tool, Hpara Highlights. Get ready for teacher screen sharing, a powerful new feature that will make digital lessons more interactive and engaging than ever before.

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A New Certification to Empower Informed AI Product Procurement

Digital Promise

The post A New Certification to Empower Informed AI Product Procurement appeared first on Digital Promise.

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Leading (again) in uncertainty

eSchool News

Key points: Change has become the norm in our high-speed world How school leaders can manage and control emotions Em-pathy, not un-pathy, in school leadership For more news on navigating change, visit eSNs Educational Leadership hub We are again in uncertain times. We again find ourselves dealing with sudden changes and uncertainty. We seem to be in a state of constant change and ambiguity.

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Meeting the Evolving Financial Needs of K-12 Private Schools

Private and independent schools rely on tuition to provide excellent learning experiences for all students, so it’s important to have a tuition and billing management solution that fits the unique needs of your school and families. Learn how the right technology provides the following benefits: Automated invoicing and PCI-compliant payment processing Integrations into financial aid solutions and student information systems Reporting and analytics to provide up-to-date financial insights Read thi

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What School of Rock Got Right about Education

MiddleWeb

When you need a bit of inspiration in your teaching life, Stephanie Farley encourages you to watch some or all of School of Rock. Perhaps, like her, youll find yourself wondering how you can create a project similar to rock band in your own classroom for a little while! The post What School of Rock Got Right about Education first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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Ethical Artificial Intelligence and The Immediate Needs Placed on Schools: Proactive Districts, Better Teaching, and Stronger Students

Educate AI Magazine

Schools must ensure that students are prepared to confront the ethical dilemmas that Artificial Intelligence (AI), like all new technologies, will inevitably present. Humans have created AI and are learning from it. Consequently, AI will have flaws that require a skillful interaction to uphold the basic tenets of right and wrong. Ethics are not merely a reflection of transient feelings, a prescription from religion, or an acquiescence to whatever society deems correct in a moment; instead, ethic

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Reflecting on the 2025 AI in EDU Summit

EdTechTeacher

Post by Catherine Atkinson On March 11th, I had the privilege to attend and present at EdTechTeacher’s AI in EDU Summit at Bentley University in Massachusetts. It’s been quite some time since I’ve presented in person at a conference, and let me tell you, I’ve certainly missed the adrenaline rush and camaraderie of in-person back-and-forth conversations.

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CoSN 2025 Takeaways, Part 3: Navigating AI Opportunities and Risks

eSchool News

Kevin Kiley, President of Airia, who was at the show introducing Brainfreeze, an AI Platform for Education , thinks were at the end of AIs hype cycleand that’s a good thing. He emphasizes that AI adoption in schools is inevitable and accelerating, with districts currently facing a critical window to implement proper governance, security measures, and policies.

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Quickly Create Personalized Learning Experiences that Work

How can we actively engage learners 24/7, on their level and according to their interests, while respecting their learning styles? It’s not impossible. In this guide: Explore how to transform traditional, one-way videos into two-way interactive learning experiences Understand different types of artificial intelligence (AI), including - Generative vs.

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A new kind of high school diploma trades chemistry for carpentry

The Hechinger Report

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. In a corner of Huffman High School, the sounds of popping nail guns and whirring table saws fill the architecture and construction classroom. Down the hall, culinary students chop and saute in the schools commercial kitchen, and in another room, cosmetology students snip mannequin hair to prepare for the states natural hair stylist license.

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Every Child, Every Need: Celebrating the Power of Early Learning

Digital Promise

The post Every Child, Every Need: Celebrating the Power of Early Learning appeared first on Digital Promise.

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Designing Group Work that Advances Learning

MiddleWeb

Well-designed small-group collaborations can result in kids learning more quickly and more deeply than individual students can accomplish in the same amount of time. Learning scientist Karin Hess shares the "GPS and I" strategy she's developed to ensure groups work for everyone. The post Designing Group Work that Advances Learning first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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