Entries by Mia

Get Connected! Technology Every Teacher Should Know

It can be challenging to sift through the immense amount of tech resources that are available to teachers! Here are a few of our favorites, selected based on ease of implementation, usefulness, and student engagement. Mindmeister This is the website for those who have too many thoughts. Mindmeister is an online mind mapping tool that […]

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Tech Tuesday: Makerspaces

What are they? The popularity of the maker movement has created a large push for students to learn about the STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) in their early education. Schools among all levels of the education system are implementing an area for students to explore the STEM field. The areas are known as […]

Getting Smart With Community Engagement

Schools can’t do it alone! The people and businesses in the surrounding community can be a valuable (but often overlooked) resource to help students succeed. According to this report, schools with the highest number of community and parent volunteers have the highest test scores. Community involvement with a school promotes real-world learning and a broader […]

5 Ways Classrooms Have Changed in the 21st Century

Lifestyles have changed dramatically since the beginning of the new millennium. Similar changes have occurred in our classrooms. As the first generation to grow up with smartphones, social media, and more, today’s students have different expectations and needs when it comes to education.   Graphic via Open Colleges Collaboration Pupils expect fewer lectures and more interaction […]

How One Teacher Used Tech to Transform Student Learning

The increased use of technology in the classroom has made some parents and educators nervous about the negative impact it might have on their students’ education. There is always the chance that these devices may distract students if they are not used properly. Recently, parents and educators alike are seeing the overwhelming benefits of using […]

Introducing Our Partner: Educators of America

iClass CMS has partnered with Educators of America to support their mission of connecting educators with technology to increase student achievement.    Educators of America works with schools around the world – from New York to New Delhi – to provide teachers with technology and tools for success. In addition to supplying schools with the […]

Foolproof ADA Compliance Tips for Your School’s Website

When crafting a school webpage, it’s critical to consider how all users will interact with the site. It’s valuable for schools to be proactive when considering how the site will function for users with disabilities. Here are 5 simple fixes for common accessibility problems on the web.   Problem #1: Media Accessibility Users are unable […]