/digital-curriculum Digital Curriculum en-US 2021 (c) Education Week Wed, 17 Jan 2024 21:39:12 GMT /teaching-learning/reading-on-screens-worsens-comprehension-for-younger-students-what-can-teachers-do/2024/01 A new metanalysis adds to the growing evidence base showing that reading on screens is worse for comprehension. Wed, 17 Jan 2024 21:39:12 GMT /teaching-learning/reading-on-screens-worsens-comprehension-for-younger-students-what-can-teachers-do/2024/01 /technology/using-ai-in-the-classroom-tips-and-tricks-from-two-teachers/2024/01 AI is here to stay. How educators can maximize it in the classroom for the benefit of all. Thu, 11 Jan 2024 22:14:48 GMT /technology/using-ai-in-the-classroom-tips-and-tricks-from-two-teachers/2024/01 /technology/opinion-more-than-12-million-students-have-used-this-new-study-aid-whats-the-deal/2024/01 There is a near-constant stream of new ed-tech tools. What makes this one unique? Thu, 11 Jan 2024 11:00:00 GMT /technology/opinion-more-than-12-million-students-have-used-this-new-study-aid-whats-the-deal/2024/01 /technology/how-3-districts-are-integrating-tech-into-math-instruction-and-what-theyve-learned/2023/09 Finding the right digital math tool for a district’s instructional philosophy, culture, and capacity is a challenge, educators say. Mon, 18 Sep 2023 04:01:00 GMT /technology/how-3-districts-are-integrating-tech-into-math-instruction-and-what-theyve-learned/2023/09 /technology/teachers-want-more-tech-support-for-students-with-ieps-and-504-plans/2023/09 The findings come as the percentage of students in special education increases. Fri, 15 Sep 2023 20:21:30 GMT /technology/teachers-want-more-tech-support-for-students-with-ieps-and-504-plans/2023/09 /teaching-learning/prageru-creator-of-controversial-social-studies-videos-now-has-a-toehold-in-schools/2023/08 Florida's Department of Education has come under fire for approving the media company's videos as supplementary materials. What's in them? Thu, 31 Aug 2023 21:10:15 GMT /teaching-learning/prageru-creator-of-controversial-social-studies-videos-now-has-a-toehold-in-schools/2023/08 /teaching-learning/a-digital-game-offers-a-lesson-on-compromise-the-18th-century-way/2023/08 A civics group and historical site teamed up teach about the compromises made to create the U.S. Constitution. Wed, 30 Aug 2023 21:35:20 GMT /teaching-learning/a-digital-game-offers-a-lesson-on-compromise-the-18th-century-way/2023/08 /teaching-learning/opinion-can-this-shark-tank-winning-platform-get-kids-to-read/2023/08 Summer reading is always a big push for schools and communities. What tools are available to increase their success? Thu, 17 Aug 2023 10:00:00 GMT /teaching-learning/opinion-can-this-shark-tank-winning-platform-get-kids-to-read/2023/08 /events/webinar/how-intentional-design-builds-learner-identity Learn what positive learner identity looks like in a digital learning resource and how it benefits math and reading outcomes. Mon, 01 May 2023 23:19:16 GMT /events/webinar/how-intentional-design-builds-learner-identity /teaching-learning/the-case-for-choosing-a-physical-book-over-a-digital-reader/2023/04 Physical books encourage a deeper reading of a text than digital devices do, some experts argue. Tue, 25 Apr 2023 20:44:11 GMT /teaching-learning/the-case-for-choosing-a-physical-book-over-a-digital-reader/2023/04 /technology/how-teachers-choose-apps-for-their-classrooms/2023/04 A study examines whether educators are more likely to select apps that have educational benchmarks or ones that feature buzzwords. Fri, 07 Apr 2023 14:39:25 GMT /technology/how-teachers-choose-apps-for-their-classrooms/2023/04 /teaching-learning/video-teachers-try-this-improve-student-engagement-through-design/2023/04 Small differences in font choice and size within classroom materials can make a huge difference for students. Thu, 06 Apr 2023 21:14:25 GMT /teaching-learning/video-teachers-try-this-improve-student-engagement-through-design/2023/04 /teaching-learning/why-printed-books-are-better-than-screens-for-learning-to-read-q-a/2023/03 UCLA professor Maryann Wolf outlines the best ways to teach reading to kids who have grown up using digital devices. Wed, 15 Mar 2023 04:01:58 GMT /teaching-learning/why-printed-books-are-better-than-screens-for-learning-to-read-q-a/2023/03 /teaching-learning/reading-on-screens-for-class-assignments-in-charts/2023/03 The EdWeek Research Center surveyed teachers nationally to probe how they use digital and printed reading materials. Wed, 15 Mar 2023 04:01:47 GMT /teaching-learning/reading-on-screens-for-class-assignments-in-charts/2023/03 /teaching-learning/how-technology-is-shaping-reading-instruction-for-better-or-worse The transition from print books to reading on computer screens raises questions about how to use digital tools to teach reading. Wed, 15 Mar 2023 04:01:42 GMT /teaching-learning/how-technology-is-shaping-reading-instruction-for-better-or-worse /teaching-learning/kids-understand-more-from-books-than-screens-but-thats-not-always-the-case/2023/03 What the research says about the benefits and drawbacks of reading on screens versus printed text. Wed, 15 Mar 2023 04:01:23 GMT /teaching-learning/kids-understand-more-from-books-than-screens-but-thats-not-always-the-case/2023/03 /events/webinar/reimagine-classroom-reading-with-digital-class-sets Learn how going digital can transform your district’s approach to required reading. Tue, 21 Feb 2023 16:07:47 GMT /events/webinar/reimagine-classroom-reading-with-digital-class-sets /technology/how-this-superintendent-is-leaning-into-tech-and-sel-to-boost-kids-reading-skills/2022/11 Tech and social-emotional learning strategies aim to improve poor reading achievement. Fri, 18 Nov 2022 21:00:22 GMT /technology/how-this-superintendent-is-leaning-into-tech-and-sel-to-boost-kids-reading-skills/2022/11 /technology/what-do-teachers-think-about-an-ai-model-that-writes-essays-we-had-them-test-it/2022/08 Three teachers tested out a new technology that generates essays, poems, sales pitches, and other writings on command. Fri, 19 Aug 2022 20:25:07 GMT /technology/what-do-teachers-think-about-an-ai-model-that-writes-essays-we-had-them-test-it/2022/08 /technology/tech-can-open-doors-for-english-language-learners-to-express-themselves/2022/06 69´«Ã½ feel less pressure when using video to practice their speaking skills. Tue, 28 Jun 2022 21:57:12 GMT /technology/tech-can-open-doors-for-english-language-learners-to-express-themselves/2022/06 /technology/10-tips-for-making-digital-materials-more-accessible-to-students-with-disabilities/2022/06 Avoiding PDFs, editing automatic transcriptions, and describing what's onscreen rather than pointing are among their ideas. Tue, 28 Jun 2022 20:12:05 GMT /technology/10-tips-for-making-digital-materials-more-accessible-to-students-with-disabilities/2022/06 /sponsor/prodigy/building-social-emotional-learning-with-prodigy Fun can be a very powerful motivational tool in the classroom. Wed, 27 Apr 2022 04:00:17 GMT /sponsor/prodigy/building-social-emotional-learning-with-prodigy /technology/khan-academy-founder-on-how-to-boost-math-performance-and-make-free-college-a-reality/2022/04 "There's something very strange happening in the education system," Khan Academy Founder Sal Khan told Education Week. Tue, 12 Apr 2022 20:03:36 GMT /technology/khan-academy-founder-on-how-to-boost-math-performance-and-make-free-college-a-reality/2022/04 /technology/how-tech-driven-teaching-strategies-have-changed-during-the-pandemic/2022/04 Expanded use of popular tools like Khan Academy, Google Classroom, and Accelerated Reader point to lasting changes in how teachers work. Tue, 12 Apr 2022 20:03:14 GMT /technology/how-tech-driven-teaching-strategies-have-changed-during-the-pandemic/2022/04 /events/webinar/supporting-literacy-skills-development-for-every-student Enable equitable and inclusive literacy skills development so students can thrive. Tue, 12 Apr 2022 18:15:43 GMT /events/webinar/supporting-literacy-skills-development-for-every-student /technology/video-video-the-tech-tools-that-are-here-to-stay/2022/03 The pandemic has forever altered the way educators and administrators do business—from checking on students’ math understanding to conducting meetings to providing mental health supports. Mon, 14 Mar 2022 16:25:51 GMT /technology/video-video-the-tech-tools-that-are-here-to-stay/2022/03 /technology/video-video-how-expanded-tech-use-is-changing-teaching-and-learning/2022/03 For teachers, the sudden switch to remote learning during the pandemic brought huge growth in tech use. A look at what that means today. Thu, 10 Mar 2022 18:58:00 GMT /technology/video-video-how-expanded-tech-use-is-changing-teaching-and-learning/2022/03 /technology/online-quizzes-are-now-wildly-popular-with-teachers-see-how-other-digital-tools-stack-up/2022/03 See how other digital learning tools stack up in popularity with online quizzes. Tue, 08 Mar 2022 22:51:07 GMT /technology/online-quizzes-are-now-wildly-popular-with-teachers-see-how-other-digital-tools-stack-up/2022/03 /events/webinar/bring-student-choice-and-voice-into-your-ela Student choice and voice are two critical elements that can spark your students’ interest in books and inspire a greater sense of self-empowerment. Wed, 23 Feb 2022 17:59:20 GMT /events/webinar/bring-student-choice-and-voice-into-your-ela /sponsor/kognity/welcome-to-the-future-of-science-education-in-america Evolution is a fact of natural science. But how often do we think about the fact that science — or rather science education — is itself evolving? Mon, 21 Feb 2022 05:00:16 GMT /sponsor/kognity/welcome-to-the-future-of-science-education-in-america