Use of Technology in Teaching and Learning Technology ushers in fundamental structural changes that can be integral to achieving significant improvements in productivity. Used to support both teaching and learning, technology infuses classrooms with digital learning tools, such as computers and hand held devices; expands course offerings, experiences, and learning materials; supports learning 24 hours a day, 7 days a week; builds 21st century skills; increases student engagement and motivation; and accelerates learning. Technology also has the power to transform teaching by ushering in a new model of connected teaching. This model links teachers to their students and to professional content, resources, and systems to help them improve their own instruction and personalize learning. The links on this page are provided for users convenience and are not an endorsement. Full-time online schools: The following online or virtual schools enroll students on a full-time basis. State operated District operated Charter operated State operated
Helpful Tools to Ease Learners Back into Math, Reading, and Writing Help students focus on what they'll gain next year, not what they've lost. The rotation of every school year offers a mixture of excitement and anxiety. As students transition from one grade or year to the next, summertime is an opportunity to reset and reinvent. While we can and should acknowledge these challenges, framing them as "learning loss" can put undue stress on you and your students. Instead, as we look toward next school year, let's honor students' commitment to learning, no matter where they are in their lives or academic development. We think the resources we've curated below can help you in this process. We've divided this list into three parts -- you can jump to any section below using these links: Assess Where Your Students Are These tools will help you get a sense of where students are, and which skills they still need to develop. Edulastic Read our review of Edulastic Freckle Read our review of Freckle Inside Mathematics Read our review of Inside Mathematics Knowledgehook Quill