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Are Teachers Satisfied With Their Jobs During COVID-19? Here's What Our Data Says

During the ongoing pandemic, are teachers satisfied with their jobs given the challenges being thrown their way? Our annual survey explores educators' areas of optimism and concern.

Jordan Friedman
Former Shaped Editor

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The Latest Trends in Educational Technology

Explore eight of the latest trends in educational technology—including differentiation, the use of big data, and virtual reality—as digital tools become more important than ever in K-12 education.

Jordan Friedman
Former Shaped Editor

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Welcome to the Connected Era: Digital Learning Comes of Age

Whereas “blended” teaching and learning was the 2010s, “connected” teaching and learning will be the 2020s. The coronavirus was the forcing function that made it so.

John "Jack" Lynch
President, Chief Executive Officer, and Director, HMH

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Navigating the Journey to Remote Learning: Tips for School Districts

ICLE Senior Fellow Eric Sheninger shares tips with education leaders on transitioning their district to remote learning while schools are closed during the coronavirus outbreak.

Eric Sheninger
Senior Fellow, the Center for Model Schools; Aspire Change EDU; Keynote Speaker; Author

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Boolean Algebra and Getting Logical in the Math Classroom

Learn the basic ideas of what Boolean algebra is, along with some history and examples. Use the free activity to have high school students practice evaluating logical Boolean expressions.

Fernando J. Castillo

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Using Social Media for Teacher Professional Development

Start using social media for teacher professional development to network with other educators, follow trends, and share resources. The value of social media for professional growth should not be understated.

Jordan Friedman
Former Shaped Editor

Best of Shaped

A Year in Review: Most-Read Shaped Blogs of 2019

In this selection of the most-read blog posts of 2019, we hear from middle school teachers, literacy and math experts, and a parent.

Christine Condon
Shaped Editor-in-Chief

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Exploring EdTech and Connecting with Teachers at ISTE 2019

More than 16,000 educators gathered to explore the ways in which today’s technology can shape tomorrow.

Lisa Huston
Shaped Contributor

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EdTech Expert, ICLE Senior Fellow Eric Sheninger Named an Education IT Influencer

Congratulations to our very own Eric Sheninger, an ICLE Senior Fellow, who made EdTech magazine's list of 30 Must-Read K-12 Education IT Influencers.

Shaped Staff

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ASU GSV: Highlights From the 10th Annual Summit

See what you missed at the 10th Annual ASU GSV Summit, where stakeholders from across the edtech industry meet to network, learn, and innovate.

Shaped Staff

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How and Why to Use Social Media as a School or District Leader

Social media can be valuable for education leaders to network, share useful resources, and showcase student and staff achievements.

Jordan Friedman
Former Shaped Editor

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Address 3 Challenges to Teaching STEM as an International Educator

Examining these challenges is essential to establish a pragmatic foundation upon which a STEM program can be constructed.

Michael DiSpezio
Author, ScienceFusion and HMH Science Dimensions Programs

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ASU GSV 2019: A Focus on Empowering All Learners

At HMH, we are looking forward to talking about equity in K-12 education at the 10th Annual ASU GSV Summit in San Diego, California, on April 8–10, 2019.

Caitlin Henault
Senior Communications Associate, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

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Is There Such a Thing as 'Good AI' in the Classroom?

Artificial intelligence should allow teachers to remain at the center of the classroom while boosting their superpowers behind the scenes.

John "Jack" Lynch
President, Chief Executive Officer, and Director, HMH

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Improving Classroom Instruction in a Digital World

The Rigor/Relevance Framework gives students the opportunity to take more ownership of their growth and development.

Eric Sheninger
Senior Fellow, the Center for Model Schools; Aspire Change EDU; Keynote Speaker; Author

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Is It Time for Schools to Teach Social Media and Tech Safety?

With the explosion of one-to-one device usage, schools should develop specific technology competencies around safety, time management, and positive peer interaction.

Anthony Colannino
Senior Fellow, the Center for Model Schools; Leading & Teaching for Growth, LLC; Author of Leading with Head and Heart

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Focusing on the Whole Child: How One Educator Acted for Impact

An educator details how she used what she learned at the 2018 Model Schools Conference to make a difference at her new school district.

Kelly Boeing
Assistant Principal, Lucerne Valley Middle High School

Teaching Literacy

Teaching Literacy in a Digital World: 5 Things Educators Should Know

For educators who didn't grow up in the same digital world as their students, there are a number of factors to consider.

Katrina George
Shaped Staff