Are schools giving social-emotional learning the attention it needs?

The 2023 State of Technology in Education report revealed that social-emotional learning (SEL) is the top priority in schools for the second year in a row. Social-emotional learning helps students […]

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How are teachers supporting social-emotional needs this year?

For the second year in a row, the majority of educators who contributed their experiences and opinions to the State of Technology in Education report put social-emotional learning (SEL) at […]

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reciprocal teaching

Reciprocal teaching 101

Reciprocal teaching is a form of guided learning where students assume the role of teacher.  This strategy is often employed in a small-group setting where students can be given more […]

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Creating Transformation Classroom

Transformation is happening. Here’s how you can be a part of it.

Judging from our 2022/2023 State of Technology in Education Report, the evidence is clear: school communities everywhere are on a transformation journey. A journey led by students—digital natives who believe […]

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Recognizing Earth Day

Promethean: Recognizing Earth Day every day

From weather phenomena to natural disasters, our natural world covers a vast expanse of intellectually stimulating topics. Topics that are far too vital to the health and future of the […]

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Learning in the classroom

3 things students taught us about edtech

At Promethean, we keep the teacher-student bond at the center of everything we do. Which is why we’re deepening our understanding of it—by learning firsthand from students how they believe […]

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Experiential learning for differentiated students

Educators understand that, because each student is unique with different needs, they require a different teaching approach. Experiential learning opens up ways for educators to engage students without being limited […]

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ActivPanel

Classroom lightbulb moments with the ActivPanel

The ActivPanel is a front-of-class display designed to empower teachers, but that doesn’t mean students don’t benefit as well. In fact, our customer stories about the schools and communities we […]

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Cherokee County School District

Dedicated technology director leaves a lasting legacy in Cherokee County

John James, director of information technology at Cherokee County School District (CCSD), knew that technology was the means for keeping students engaged in learning, and he was deeply committed to […]

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ActivPanel 9

The not-so-hidden gems of ActivPanel 9

On a project with as many moving parts as the engineering of our all-new flagship ActivPanel 9, everybody has a feature that becomes especially significant to them.   These details and […]

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teachers

What we learned from 1,300 teachers

We interviewed hundreds of educators to find out. Engaging remote students, tools for differentiated instruction, and staying relevant in a world where technology is essential to daily life are just […]

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ActivPanel 9

Ready for any teaching scenario

When we ask educators what defines the modern classroom, adaptability—the readiness to engage students in any teaching scenario—is usually top of mind.   We think of adaptability as a transformational capacity […]

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Creating Transformation Classroom

Welcome to the transformation classroom

What exactly do we mean when we talk about transforming the way the world learns and collaborates? To begin with, we focus on the one thing whose significance will never […]

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Adaptive Learning Strategies

Adaptive learning in education

Some students dread analytical subjects like math and science, while others find creative pursuits particularly challenging. In these moments of struggle, students often need one-on-one guidance from their teacher.  With […]

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Adaptive learning

Everything you need to know about adaptive learning

From slate boards and chalk to stylus and tablet, the tools we use to drive learning are constantly evolving. As the landscape of the classroom changes, educators must adapt their […]

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Education Technology News

Education news roundup – December 2022

1. Why the pandemic’s spotlight on edtech is positive for schools and students         In many ways, the pandemic expedited the evolution, use, and capabilities of edtech in the classroom. The […]

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Learning strategies for tactile learners

These sayings describe the core principles of tactile learning. Tactile learning – also known as kinesthetic learning – requires physically interacting with the world around you. This style of teaching […]

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Helping kinesthetic learners thrive in the modern classroom

Some children learn best by listening, others by seeing, and others by doing. This last group is known as “kinesthetic” or “tactile” learners, and they absorb the most information by […]

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What is experiential learning? 

Student engagement has always been a priority for educators, especially since the return to the classroom, and experiential learning is a key trend to help. Educators still believe the face-to-face […]

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Using edtech for immersive learning experiences

Educators value the classroom as the central hub where they can create an engaging student experience and community. However, making the most of this environment doesn’t mean being restricted by […]

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visual learner student working on school work on a tablet device

How does technology help visual learners?

Presenting information in a brand new way is one of the best things you can do for visual learners. When they see concepts illustrated with images and graphics, students will […]

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young student holding up flashcards in the classroom

What do visual learners struggle with?

Visual learners have many strengths. They are often able to work independently at their desk and thrive with flashcards and videos. Visual learning is also a wonderful trait for artistic […]

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reading and writing learning style tips

Reading and writing learning style: Tips for teachers and technology in the classroom

Reading and writing learners naturally learn best by taking notes, choosing printed books over audiobooks, and prefer using closed captions while watching videos. It’s easy to overlook students who learn […]

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Education Technology News

Education news roundup – October 2022

1. How technology can aid interest and engagement during teacher shortages and high demand for substitutes    Teacher shortages, unfortunately still very prevalent across the country, have reached a universal peak […]

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