Robotics plays a key role in early STEM education

Listen to an industry expert explain how robotics offers the perfect way for younger students to develop critical higher-order skills

While many think of high school students engaged in mechanical engineering or robotics competitions when they hear the word “robotics,” the subject naturally lends itself to learners of all ages—including very young students. In this episode of Innovations in Education, hosted by Kevin Hogan, you’ll hear from Jason Innes, Director of … Read More

Cybersecurity: eSN Innovation Roundtable

District IT leaders discuss their successes, challenges, and priorities around K-12 cybersecurity

Cybersecurity is arguably one of the biggest priorities in K-12 school districts across the country. IT leaders agree that a “when, not if” mentality is essential in formulating a K-12 cybersecurity strategy to keep school networks and sensitive information protected from hackers, phishing, ransomware, and other external (and internal) threats. … Read More

Improving literacy through engagement

When educators use edtech tools properly, student achievement and engagement can reap the benefits

In this episode of Innovations in Education, Madeleine Mortimore, Global Education Innovation and Research Lead for Logitech details how classroom technologies, if used properly, can increase engagement and ultimately test scores.

The new rules for library research

Libraries and librarians are a cornerstone of teaching and learning--and AI is reshaping their pivotal role

In this episode of Innovations in Education, Wilson Tsu, founder of PowerNotes, talks about how AI is being baked into his and other platforms to transform the ways students perform research—and how the rise of AI has re-invented the role of libraries and librarians.

Esports grows up

Esports continues its evolution as it becomes an important part of student engagement--here's how educators can leverage its popularity

This month’s episode of Innovations in Education features James O’Hagan, Vice President of Education Innovation at LeagueSpot. O’Hagan shares his insights on the continued emergence of esports as an integral part of any school’s overall education experience; how student use of tech in esports compliments and clashes with other onscreen … Read More

Running an esports program in a remote learning model

Learn how one district is using gaming--and esports in particular--to build community and serve student well-being

James O’Hagan is not playing around. As Director of Digital and Virtual Learning for the Racine Unified School District in Wisconsin, his job entails not just managing the virtual learning program in response to the pandemic, but also supporting library services, as well as developing his passion project of esports. … Read More