Digital assessments offer many benefits, such as rich insights into student learning and more time for teachers to focus on students. But educators may feel skeptical about shifting to digital assessments because they present certain challenges. Learning how to use a new platform may seem overwhelming, or teachers may be concerned about the impact on […]
Picture a typical educator in a room full of young people with unique strengths, challenges, backgrounds, and learning needs. Regardless of the teacher’s expertise, achieving the best outcomes for each student in this scenario can be tough—especially as student needs will shift over time as they learn (or not!). This is where adaptive learning can […]
Cybersecurity is a pressing concern for digital education. Schools, businesses, and institutions entrusted with safeguarding learning data bear a significant responsibility to ensure its confidentiality, integrity, and availability. But inevitably, as educational technology continues to advance, so do the risks associated with cyber threats and data breaches. From unauthorized access to manipulation of assessment results, […]
Assessment and student testing are important tools in ensuring that students are growing and learning the content in the classroom. Traditionally, assessments have been given in a one-size-fits-all format with all students taking the same exam and being scored on the same rubric. This was done out of necessity in many cases as developing multiple […]
Education has always been an ever-changing and evolving field. As education technology trends continue to become more advanced, teachers and school districts have more resources available to personalize the learning experience for each student. These education assessment tools and personalized learning opportunities all serve to help students grow and reach their full potential. As with […]
For educators, knowing where a student is in terms of skills and abilities is critical. It is challenging to move forward in a lesson or unit if the teacher doesn’t have a clear understanding of what a student can and cannot do. This is why diagnostic assessments tools such as pretesting, formative assessments, and other […]
