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Apr 11, 2019

5 Ways EdOptions Academy Teachers Use Video Conferencing to Make Virtual Learning Real

Last summer, Edmentum rolled out video conferencing software, powered by Zoom, for all of our EdOptions Academy students and educators and it’s been a game-changer. EdOptions Academy teachers have always prioritized relationship building, but the ability to easily connect via video is helping deepen student-teacher connections, improve teachers’ ability to provide intervention, and allow students to more quickly and fully get their questions answered.

Sarah Cornelius

Apr 05, 2019

The Teacher’s Reading List: 2019 Edition

We at Edmentum think it is a good time to bring back one of our favorite series of posts dedicated to helping teachers fill their reading lists with inspiring, insightful, or just plain entertaining books around topics dominating education today.

Scott Sterling

Apr 03, 2019

How Getting Out into the World Expands Our Perspective

A better approach to understanding educators? Get into the wild, where the users of our products roam free. In Edmentum’s case, that means spending time in classrooms and district offices.

Jason Scherschligt

Apr 01, 2019

[Scholarship Opportunity] Network and Learn with Peers at the Next Edmentum Educator Summit!

For the past year, we’ve been embarking on an entirely new adventure—the Ed

Sarah Cornelius

Apr 01, 2019

4 Tips to Help Older Students Avoid Testing Burnout

Teachers tend not to have much input on testing these days (otherwise, the last decade would have looked a lot different), so the best an educator can do is help support students as they run through this examination gauntlet. Here are things to keep in mind.

Scott Sterling

Mar 13, 2019

[Resource] Blended Learning: Fundamentals of the Planning Process

At its core, blended learning is designed to help personalize learning experiences for every student by effectively infusing technology into the teaching and learning process. This how-to workbook is designed to help you determine the most appropriate blended learning program for your school or district, build a plan for a successful rollout, and navigate the implementation process.

Brita Hammer

Mar 08, 2019

Good Question: How Can Educators Make Competition in the Classroom Effective?

We’ve all heard the line about “a little healthy competition,” right?

Winnie O'Leary

Mar 04, 2019

[Administrator Tips] Using Your Mission Statement to Build Shared Student Ownership

Here are four questions school and district leaders can ask to borrow from the community-building savvy of the corporate world and create mission and vision statements that resonate with staff and students.