Where Are All of Our Teachers?
Teachers On Teaching Curated collection showcasing voices of real teachers on teaching today. In 2006, I was hired to teach Eleventh grade English for one of the largest and more affluent school districts in Texas; I felt like Cinderella. Unlike previous schools, there was an overflow of supplies delivered to my desk annually, and low […]
The ABC’S of Differentiation in Education
The ABC’S of Differentiation in Education Differentiation has always been an instructional model for educators. Basically, educators need to make changes in content, process, product, and environment to meet the diverse needs of their students. This is especially important because the elementary standards provide the building blocks of future learning. At an elementary level, typically, […]
Leveraging Robust Education Data to Navigate the Higher Education Landscape
Discover the game-changing potential of education data to drive innovation, connect with educators and administrators, and thrive in the education space.
The Importance of Cybersecurity in Schools
Cybersecurity is valuable for most enterprises, but it brings additional benefits to educational institutions.
Can We Have Your Attention, Please?
Can We Have Your Attention, Please? Let’s talk about attention spans. Are they shortening? Studies suggest that attention spans have shortened considerably over the last few decades. Why is that? Think about it: as adults, when was the last time you had an entire day completely free from digital distractions? No text messages, email notifications, […]
How to Engage Students with Shorter Attention Spans
How to Engage Students with Shorter Attention Spans In today’s vast and varying world of education, there are a few topics in which teachers in any school or district will find common ground. As you think about what items may be on this list – teacher pay, school safety, the use of technology – I […]
Elementary School Students & Their Attention Spans
Elementary School Students & Their Attention Spans Over the past 25 years, I have seen attention spans drastically decrease. These changes are both physical, social, and academic. In short, it is hard for young learners to sit and listen for long periods of time. However, elementary students have always had short attention spans. There are […]
What is Microlearning?
What is Microlearning? Microlearning is one of the latest buzzwords in education. When implemented correctly it can be used to help students become more engaged in their learning. By understanding the basics microlearning is and how to incorporate it into a classroom, you can better help those clients who are still on the fence regarding […]
Micro-Learning Through Digital Platforms
Micro-Learning Through Digital Platforms Education’s timeline was shifted by the COVID -19 pandemic. Seen as a turning point, practices, policies, and research that existed pre-pandemic have come under scrutiny. Still, tension between crisis management and reform exists. In short, the goals of leaders during a crisis scenario tends to emphasize the need to minimize damage […]
Let’s Get Digital! Why Micro-learning Works. Let’s Get Digital!
Let’s Get Digital! Why Micro-learning Works. Let’s Get Digital! By now, most of us are familiar with Micro-learning. Micro-learning is an educational strategy that refines complex concepts into compact, digestible knowledge. As the term suggests, it presents information in concise, short bursts, each focusing on a specific learning objective. Micro-learning is done in business training in professional […]
The value of supplemental education services
Supplemental education services can be extremely helpful for students who are struggling. Let’s learn more about their value.
Using Data To Create A Positive School Culture
K12 educators using data analytics are improving educational quality, safety, and student outcomes. Agile knows how to harness data to promote learning in a positive school culture.
Agile School + Student Performance (ESSA) Data
ESSA stands for the Every Student Succeeds Act, a federal law in the United States that governs K-12 education policy. ESSA data refers to the various information and metrics collected under this legislation, such as student performance, school rankings, funding allocations, and educational program effectiveness. Businesses selling products and services to the US education market […]
7 Key Things to Know About the Schools You Serve
7 Key Things to Know About the Schools You Serve As marketers, we know that understanding buyer personas is critical as we create marketing pitches and sales approaches, choose distribution channels, and develop and improve products. But, as education marketers, it is just as important to understand the schools and districts in which our customer’s […]
The Summer Slide Problem And How To Prevent It
Learn more about what summer slide means and why administrators are worried about learning loss for students in the year’s off-months.
Teachers As Frontline Workers 2023 (Part 3): With Dr. Sheryl Ziegler (Emotional Safety)
Agile Video Series Teachers as Frontline Workers Part 3 Teachers As Frontline Workers (Emotional Safety) with Dr. Sheryl Ziegler Watch Now In the third installment of this video series, Sheryl will discuss: Emotional, Physical Safety, and Containment in Schools Real-life examples of proactive and practical measures schools can adopt that positively impact the teachers, students, […]
Reaching Every Parent Where They Are: Communicate, Communicate, Communicate
Reaching Every Parent Where They Are: Communicate, Communicate, Communicate Communication is critical to any healthy relationship, which is undoubtedly true for schools, students, and parents. It’s no secret that students benefit in several ways when schools make an effort to foster healthy, strong relationships with families. Why is parent communication important? Studies suggest that parental […]
Communication Is Key To Effective Parent Communication
Communication is Key to Effective Parent Communication Communication is the key that opens relationships. As individuals and groups exchange information, both parties send and receive messages. These messages can have a positive or negative impact on further interactions. Over the years, I have learned the importance of effective communication with parents. As stakeholders, you can […]
Effective Parent Communication
Effective Parent Communication Schools are communities. And for communities to function with purpose, be nurturing, and foster innovation, effective communication needs to be at the center. What’s more, communication specifically with parents needs to be a priority. In fact, a 2020 survey conducted by Pew Research produced this finding regarding family engagement: “Information from the […]
Everything You Need To Know About Social-Emotional Learning
Learn more about students’ social-emotional learning and how it impacts other areas of their education.
Mind Matters: The Modern State of Student Mental Health
Mental health is taking a more prominent spotlight in educational institutions. What is the state of student mental health and what can we expect in the future?
Why Summer and Professional Development Are a Perfect Pair
Why Summer and Professional Development Are a Perfect Pair Professional development and personal fulfillment can be accomplished this summer for educators nationwide. We live in a time where learning is at our fingertips, and although teachers enjoy having some time off during the summer season, they are always actively preparing for the next school year. […]
Teacher Mental Health
Teacher Mental Health How to boost teacher mental health In the past ten years, it has become more normalized to discuss the importance of mental health, including concepts like therapy, medication, and asking for psychological support when necessary. With the introduction of legislation like the Student Mental Health Helpline Act and the Student Mental Health […]
ChatGPT Cheating
ChatGPT Cheating What to Know About ChatGPT Cheating The technology of artificial intelligence (AI) is taking the world by storm, and it has definitely found its way into education. Specifically, the chatbot, ChatGPT, has caught the eye of educators and students alike because of its many uses, including the dangerous potential for cheating. If you’re […]