The Rejuvenation of After School Programs
Why were afterschool programs struggling? One of the main reasons that afterschool programs screeched to a halt in 2020 and 2021 was the lack of funding. Especially for low-income school districts, much of the public school funding went to supporting remote learning programs, leaving less money for tutoring. In order to have afterschool programs during […]
Crossing the Bridge from Learning Loss to Learning Gains & The Future
Many schools, in many places, are still struggling with the question: how do we catch up? There’s not an easy answer to this; we know that. However, if we’re going to make sure students find success, it’s essential to take a closer look at both learning loss and learning gains. Like many other regions, the […]
Congratulations to these 2021 Recognized Companies!
Tech & Learning, a leading edtech publication, recently released its Awards of Excellence: Best of 2021Â highlighting standout products that support teaching and learning in our schools. The Tech & Learning judges were impressed with the creativity presented by our Best of 2021 nominees, many of whom found new and innovative ways to use technology […]
Digital Literacy
Elementary School Resources such as read-aloud, videos, and online activities that encourage students to learn the importance of being a good digital citizen are essential. For example, I have used programs like Google’s internet safety curriculum, Interland. However, I have found it lacks the ethical use component. This required me to supplement with another program. […]
Problem Solving Technology for K-12 Schools
Problem Solving Technology for K-12 Schools Education + Technology = The Future. We’ve seen this equation come to life and evolve over the last two years, as virtual learning has become necessary for teachers and students everywhere. Technology cannot only bring learning and text to life for students, but it also can solve some of […]
Classroom’s Latest Technology
Technology is always changing and advancing with new information. When it comes to education tech, it is not far behind. With a hands-on approach, digital tactics are becoming more important in an increasingly online learning environment. Let’s explore some of the newest and latest technologies that teachers are integrating into their classrooms. Blended […]
Digital Literacy — What’s Changed and What’s NEW
In a world that operates increasingly online, digital literacy is becoming increasingly essential to include in K-12 education. Unfortunately, many adults struggle with digital literacy as it is. For example, a 2019 Pew Research study found that 49% of American adults have no idea what private browsing is. However, the same study did find that younger adults […]
School Safety – New Approaches, Technologies + Concerns
School Safety – New Approaches, Technologies + Concerns New concerns The meaning of safety changed for the world in general on the heels of the COVID-19 pandemic. Suddenly, it was imperative that social distancing and other preventative measures were being taken to prevent the spread of sickness. Safety has always been important to educators, but […]
Agile Education Marketing Exhibited at FETC 2022
DID YOU VISIT OUR BOOTH AT FETC 2022 TO SEE FOR YOURSELF WHY AGILE IS THE BEST CHOICE FOR EDUCATION DATA, INTEGRATIONS, AND SERVICES? We understand that FETC was a busy time for you to focus on your clients and prospects. We would like to schedule a time that works best for now that we […]
Updated Social Media Landscape: How to Connect with Education Leaders
According to the 2020 Educator Confidence Report created by the Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Learning Company in collaboration with YouGov, 73% of teachers feel that the experience with distance learning over the last two years has made it evident that technology in teaching and learning is here to stay. Educators understand the necessity of edtech today, and it’s […]
How Important is Networking for Edtech Professionals?
As an edtech professional, expanding your network is an effective way to gain leads and grow your outreach to teachers and other education decision-makers. Here are a few examples of ways to network in your industry:Â Get on social media It’s also a networking platform, providing the opportunity to search for other edtech professionals. This […]
How Timing and Ed. Tech Made Teaching and Learning Better
By Craig Perrier Title 1, Large district, Urban, 9-12 It had been just 20 months after laptops were introduced to each student and those pre-COVID years seem nostalgic. The pre 1:1 experience, however, seems like a century ago. This is largely because what was perceived as a radical change in teaching and learning or something […]
The Decisions and Impacts of School Choice 2021
Meredith Biesinger Title 1, Small district, Rural/Town district, K-12 Once upon a time, there used to be limited K-12 education options for students and their families. However, so many options are available that it can be overwhelming for families to decide on the best fit for their child. It can also be equally overwhelming for […]
School Choice Enrollment
Teresa Marchant Title 1, Medium district, Suburban, K-6 Why this Topic is Important Parents who homeschool are not public education’s enemies. However, there needs to be an open discussion of its impact on schools. The loss of enrollment means failing state and federal dollars for schools. Those funds are essential to run programs, pay for […]
Seeing Now as a way to Better
Craig Perrier Title 1, Large district, Urban, 9-12 About a month into this school year, a colleague shared clarifying and jarring sentiments. He said, “it feels like we are acting as if everything is normal again.” His comment gave me immediate pause. And as I mentally scanned the current landscape of our school system – […]
School Funding and Pandemic Relief: How Will it be Spent?
Pandemic relief has helped millions of people across the nation feel a sense of financial stability after lockdowns. As the federal government continues to provide pandemic aid to schools up and down the country, the hope is for teachers and other decision-makers to turn this money into solutions that will provide for future generations of […]
Webinar: Data Deep Dive with Mike LeClare: Data Enhancement
Agile Video Series Data Enhancement Part 1 Data Enhancement And Learning Loss In The ESSA Era with Mike LeClare Watch Now In the first installment of this video series, Mike will discuss: Gain a deeper understanding of how to leverage demographics and data that only Agile can provide How to target your messaging based on […]
Learning Loss and Second Chances
Meredith Biesinger When the world shut down in March of 2020, and school districts had to develop a plan for virtual or “at-home” learning within days, it is safe to say that we as educators were traveling down a road that had NEVER been taken before. The phrase “learning loss” has been discussed quite a […]
The Potential Gains of Learning Loss in Students
The core principle of student learning loss is that learning decays over time when students don’t engage with it regularly. Placed in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, the lack of engagement came due to many circumstances. Among these were family and life tragedies, mental health and wellness, and a switch in priorities emphasizing survival. […]
Data Speaks Louder Than Words
Meredith Biesinger In a recent survey conducted by Harris Poll, on behalf of Agile Education Marketing and Sheer ID, a random sample of K-12 teachers were invited to respond to relevant questions about the 2020-2021 school year. It should come as no surprise that across the board, the 2020-2021 school year was the most challenging […]
Helping Educators Keep Up with the Dynamic Classroom
Teaching today looks much different than it did just a few years ago. Teachers, students, and parents alike may be accustomed to the idea of remote learning. Still, there’s an indefinite back and forth between in-person and online education based on the rollercoaster of the pandemic and an increase in COVID-19 cases. Educators and administrative staff […]
Teacher Professional Development: What Skills are Priorities Now?
Teresa Marchant Professional development opportunities: Teacher Professional development opportunities have drastically changed due to Covid and additional advancements in technology. These unforeseen changes have been challenging, not just for us as educators but for students as well. Frequent instructional interruptions due to illness, quarantines, and school schedules will impact future learning. In addition, they may […]
Student Discipline in the Virtual Classroom
Meredith Biesinger Classroom management and student discipline can be one of the most complex parts of teaching. Throw in a pandemic and virtual learning, and it seems nearly impossible! Classroom management has always been a top professional need for teachers, and now it is more than ever. Over the last eighteen months, we’ve seen a […]
Free Guide: Email Marketing Best Practices
Everything you need to know to be an email marketing pro! Email has been a staple of the education marketer’s toolbox for a long time now. While it may not be the newest and shiniest marketing tactic, it’s one that can consistently deliver good quality leads and high ROI.