There are few industries that have felt the transformational touch of technology quite like education. In this e-book, we address the cybersecurity threats that impact K12 education, highlight why it is critical to proactively address them, and more.
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The classroom has evolved. Students are transitioning from sitting at their desks listening to a lecture to actively participating through the introduction of technology. Learn about apps & tools teachers have to deliver the best learning experience.
Being cyber smart at school used to simply mean logging out of your computer before leaving the lab. But with the move to 1:1 digital devices and remote learning, schools and students are being exposed to a high volume of threats from across the web — and inside the campus. Now it falls on school…
A teacher’s job is to educate the young people who will shape our future world. What profession could be more important? Yet a recent survey by Merrimack College shows that 44 percent of teachers indicate they are very likely or fairly likely to leave the profession within the next two years. Another 2022 survey by…
Cybersecurity is no longer something schools can take lightly. Because it’s hard to predict how technology will be exploited, K-12 leaders must assume that anything connected to their network is a potential target and prepare to be as resilient as possible. Here are 10 essential steps that every school should take to prepare for a…
After a tumultuous few years teaching during a pandemic, some educators are embarking on a unique approach to social and emotional learning (SEL) training this summer: They’re pursuing a virtual wellness, SEL, and yoga training course. Graduates of Breathe For Change’s 200-hour program will be certified to teach inclusive yoga classes to both adults and…
Ensuring students achieve grade-level reading proficiency is more vital than ever. In this research report, we present academic findings on the challenges facing early literacy instruction, and the way forward for literacy programs in the future.
This past year has been, without a doubt, the most challenging one of my entire teaching career. As an art teacher, I always say that my teaching style relies on that one-on-one connection with each student in order to help them build their confidence to prepare them for an engaging, hands-on learning experience. This approach…
Cross-curricular connections throughout different subject and content areas help to make lessons more meaningful and relevant for students. Thoughtfully-crafted STEM lessons that leverage technology-rich resources similar to what your students are using outside the classroom are great ways to engage students in interdisciplinary instruction. As a STEM educator, I work with teachers at my school…