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Accessing high-quality educational materials for young learners has never been easier! Thanks to the abundance of online content geared toward early childhood learning, children have the resources they need to succeed in academics right at their fingertips. With engaging, fun educational programming and podcasts available via websites and apps, your little one can get a head start with reading and math readiness concepts through content that entertains as it educates. Best Educational P …

Two years after the COVID-19 pandemic forced schools across the United States to close their doors and pivot to an online learning platform for months on end, numerous elementary, middle and high school students are still feeling the after-effects. The necessity of switching to remote learning in an effort to protect students and teachers from contracting the novel coronavirus ended up having a significant, devastating impact on learning, with many students falling far behind grade level expe …

As the world recovers from the pandemic, the online learning environment has been crucial in helping students continue their education. Even though classrooms are starting to fill up again, there’s one accessory students have that can still enhance their learning experience: school testing headphones. With the right pair of high-quality headphones, students stay more engaged with their coursework, studies, activities, and online lectures. In this article, we’ll first explain exactly …

As the end of the 2021-2022 school year winds to a close, students, teachers, and parents everywhere are celebrating the end of the most normal year we’ve had in K-12 education since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. For the first time in years, schools across the country got down to business as usual, with students returning to full-time in-person learning and many of the mandates and restrictions put in place in school districts finally getting more relaxed. Of course, the school ye …

It's no secret that the world of education is constantly evolving. From new teaching techniques to new technology, educators have more to choose from than ever before when it comes to educating their students—and one of the most exciting recent trends in education has been eSports. eSports and other game-based educational curricula are a hot new trend in education, recently highlighted at the FETC and TCEA conferences. On both occasions, talented speakers offered practical advice for in …

Classroom gaming headsets are in high demand. How do you decide which gaming headset to purchase? Fortunately, there some great “convertible” options designed for classroom use when gaming programs are being utilized and even when they’re not. Gaming Headset Options Why are  gaming headsets more costly? Most gaming headsets include detachable inline gaming controls, premium surround sound, separate game and audio chat, and cushioned ear cups that diminish external distracti …

WIDA (World-Class Instructional Design and Assessment) offers a comprehensive, research-based system of language standards, assessments, professional learning and educator assistance for developing English efficiency in multilingual learners in grades 1-12. Currently, 41 states, Puerto Rico and the Northern Marina Islands utilize WIDA language development resources and network consortiums. WIDA programs often require students to participate in listening and speaking exercises while wearing he …

EduTech tradeshows show us the latest advancements in educational hardware and software, but it can be overwhelming to have so many company reps offering you their wares. Luckily, there are a few things you can do to ensure you get the most out of your EduTech trade show experience, such as thorough planning and knowing what to look for in new products. Read on to learn how you can get the most out of attending an EduTech tradeshow.Before the Show Before you attend, you need to think of a f …

If you are like most of the world, using headphones has become a daily occurrence in your classroom and a habit for commuters. Often there are so many features when choosing headphones, you may be asking questions like, " When is volume control necessary for headphones?" You can drive yourself crazy digging through reviews - but understanding the need for volume control can help you determine whether or not it's an appropriate addition to your headphones. Built-in volume control makes …

These days, two is not always better than one, especially when it comes to particular sound environments. For those using  disposable bulk earbuds, it is common to find students, drivers, workers, commuters and others who only use one earbud in order to stay alert to their surroundings. Models like the mono earbud ER-215 are made for these situations. Here are a few more reasons why you should consider buying a mono earbud like the ER-215, whether for personal use or business. …