Parent Power
Parent Power When schools closed in 2020 due to the pandemic, parents suddenly became their students’ teachers or at least their learning facilitators. Many looked forward to the day when they could send their kids back to a traditional classroom setting. In contrast, others realized they enjoyed the freedom and autonomy of homeschooling. A new […]
Leaders Leave Too: The Unspoken Crisis of School Leaders Resigning
Leaders Leave Too: The Unspoken Crisis of School Leaders Resigning There’s a lot of talk about teachers leaving the classroom and the education field altogether. Many people are more or less aware that America is experiencing a teacher shortage. Although their personal reasons vary, the current teacher shortage typically falls into three categories: overworked, underpaid, […]
Data-Driven Strategy (Part 2: Engaging School Decision Makers in a Post-ESSER Environment): with Mike LeClare and Verlan Stephen
Agile Video Series Data-Driven Strategy Part 2 Engaging School Decision Makers in a Post-ESSER Environment with Mike LeClare + Verlan Stephens Watch Now In the second installment of this video series, Mike and Verlan will discuss: Timely insights and surprising trends revealed in the latest ESSA data reporting The importance of real-time data to understand […]
It’s Time To Assess Assessments
It’s Time To Assess Assessments Tests, assessments, and evaluations are hot topics in education right now, and rightfully so because they happen constantly. How much testing is too much testing? That’s a difficult question to answer. However, most educators would agree that students are currently being tested or assessed way too much. With continued state-driven […]
How To Sell to School Districts and Understand Educational Purchasing Cycles
Discover the art of selling to the right stakeholders in school districts, precisely timing your outreach efforts with their purchasing cycles.Â
Data Clean-Up: Preparing Your Education Database for the Next Purchasing Cycle
Discover the importance of data hygiene in reaching educational stakeholders effectively and how to align your database for the next purchasing cycle.Â
How Does Cyberbullying Affect Mental Health in Schools?
Explore cyberbullying’s deep impact on students’ mental health, and discover actionable strategies to promote safer school environments.Â
G.A.M.E.S. for the Classoom
G.A.M.E.S. for the Classoom I recently attended a professional development session where the presenter intentionally used the word “play” in the presentation. For years this was an unspoken no-no in our district. Yes, students used educational games but we never said that word because students were learning not playing. There has been a sudden shift […]
Gaming in Classrooms
Gaming in Classrooms As I was writing this piece, I had multiple flashbacks to the 1980s, the decade I first experienced game based learning. To this day, I attribute these gaming experiences as integral to my understanding of my favorite subject – history. However, although the games I was playing were directly related to content, […]
Strengthening Connections with Educational Leaders: Overcoming Challenges and Strategies for Success
Discover the key strategies for effective communication with educational leaders in evolving ecosystems and how data-driven outreach enables success.Â
A Comprehensive Guide on Post-CARES Federal Funding for Schools
Explore the post-CARES federal funding landscape for schools, its repercussions, and how educational service providers are adapting for success.
Gaming in Higher Education
Gaming in Higher Education Many have seen game-like exercises in K-12 classrooms, but expectations for those pedagogies typically stop at the gates of higher education. Not anymore. On many campuses across the globe, games are also becoming a learning resource at the college level. Although gaming is typically viewed as a pastime or a fun […]
The Shift Towards Non-Traditional Education Models
The Shift Towards Non-Traditional Education Models ascascascas If I was writing this article in the 20th century, “non-traditional” schooling would reference alternatives to public schools like Montessori education, charter schools, or Expeditionary Learning programs. All three represent both the historical trend to offer variety in the way schooling happen and, through their growth, the normalizing […]
Is Elementary Education Shifting Towards Non-Traditional Education Models?
Is Elementary Education Shifting Towards Non-Traditional Education Models? Last week we celebrated National School Choice Week. This is a week where parents are encouraged to learn about all educational options available for their child. Over the past several years, many parents sought other educational school settings for their children. There are a variety of factors […]
Non-Traditional Students and Their Impact on Higher Education
Non-Traditional Students and Their Impact on Higher Education What is a non-traditional student? A non-traditional student is any college student obtaining their education outside the traditional face-to-face classroom. How many college students, both undergraduate and graduate, have earned a degree or two through an online platform? Probably several. Online learning has now outpaced face-to-face instruction, […]
Who Makes Purchasing Decisions for Schools? Exploring Critical Education Decision-Makers
Discover key decision-makers in school purchasing decisions. Explore the district, department heads, and other influencers who impact purchasing choices.Â
Is There Room for AI in Elementary School?
Is There Room for AI in Elementary School? Growing up I watched Saturday morning cartoons. Two of my favorite families were the Flintstones and the Jetsons. At the time, I enjoyed the humor and funny antics. Looking back, I marvel at the stark contrast of their time periods. They were both living their best lives […]
AI in the Classroom
AI in the Classroom I was recently asked by a member of my Professional Learning Network (PLN) how my district is addressing artificial intelligence (AI) in our school. Her school system is starting down the road of exploration of AI; specifically, the implications and applications of this game changing technology. As we have started down […]
New Year, New Trends in Higher Education
New Year, New Trends in Higher Education 2024 is here, bringing great ambitions for the new year , along with some baggage from 2023. A new year allows us to review what works and what doesn’t and effectively plan to progress in 2024. The past year was challenging for American colleges and universities. Many institutions […]
Artificial Intelligence and Higher Education
Artificial Intelligence and Higher Education The discussion of AI and its place in Higher Ed is on the table nationwide. Higher education institutions are joining other companies and organizations in several ways to embrace artificial intelligence for educators and students alike. First things first, what is AI? Thanks to media influences, consumers have varying ideas […]
Data-Driven Strategy (Part 1: Engaging School Decision Makers in a Post-ESSER Environment): with Mike LeClare and Verlan Stephens
Agile Video Series Data-Driven Strategy Part 1 Engaging School Decision Makers in a Post-ESSER Environment with Mike LeClare + Verlan Stephens Watch Now In the first installment of this video series, Mike and Verlan will discuss: Knowing your districts Key factors that help businesses effectively visualize the current market landscape Proven strategies for aligning your […]
Emerging Trends in Education for 2024
Emerging Trends in Education for 2024 I always loved the uniqueness of the school calendar juxtaposed to our commonly used Gregorian version. Indeed, both celebrate the start of 2024, but they engage the new year with a distinctly different tenor. In general, as the population enters January 1st with promises and a renewed energy for […]
The Swinging Pendulum of Elementary Education
The Swinging Pendulum of Elementary Education When I first began teaching 25 years ago I heard the phrases “the pendulum swings” or “same idea, but different name.” Now I understand what those teachers meant because I too have seen trends come and go. Whether you are working with a new educator or a veteran teacher, […]
Teacher Shortage on the Ground
Teacher Shortage on the Ground I recently read an article regarding improvements being made to a local office building. The management company touted the construction of a new roof top lounge and relaxation facility. The new amenity includes social spaces, gaming opportunities, community events, and complementary food and beverages. The addition expanded the already existing […]