social and solitary learning styles

Teaching techniques for social and solitary learning styles

For some, group projects present an exciting opportunity to learn and engage with their peers. Others find these types of collaborative efforts only cause stress and reluctance. Why such a […]

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5 ways to use edtech during National Mentoring Month

5 ways to use edtech for National Mentoring Month

5 ways to use edtech for National Mentoring Month Each January, schools across the country come together to celebrate National Mentoring Month. It’s a great opportunity to shine a spotlight […]

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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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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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Theory vs. practice: which is more important in education?

Traditionally, two schools of thought exist in the education community. On one side, educators believe equipping students with a deep theoretical knowledge of varied topics and concepts within each subject […]

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The benefits of experiential learning for Special Educational Needs (SEN) students 

Students with special educational needs (SEN) represented 14.5% of the total American student population in 2020-21, according to the U.S. Department of Education, so it’s an important responsibility for educators […]

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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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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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Explain Everything is joining Promethean!

Today we’re announcing that Explain Everything, a leading digital whiteboard platform, will merge with Promethean. We are excited to share the news with our customers, administrators, and all of the […]

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What is a reading and writing learning style?

Students who prefer the reading and writing learning style are more than just “bookworms” – they absorb all kinds of written information, and they have highly developed linguistic skills that […]

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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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technology for auditory leaners

How does technology help auditory learners?

Technology for auditory learners opens up new worlds and ways to interact with information.  Keep reading to discover the massive impact technology has on auditory learning and how you can […]

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what is auditory learning

What is auditory learning?

Students who retain information best by hearing or listening could be classified as auditory learners. In 1987, Neil Flemming coined the acronym VARK to describe the main ways people learn. […]

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The US teacher training landscape 

Teacher training may be an essential component of an educator’s professional development, but our annual State of Technology in Education Report shows how widely this varies in practice. We’ve tracked […]

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Promethean explains: Digital-first teaching

As educators consider how to teach most effectively since returning to the classroom, they’re looking for a future-proof approach aligned to the shifts they’ve seen. A core component of this […]

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How much tech training have teachers had this year? 

If teachers are to be in the best position to overcome the challenges of each school year and prepare themselves for the next, a proper commitment to training is essential.  […]

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Southeast Christian School classroom

Sweeping edtech change inspires Southeast Christian School students, teachers, and substitutes

Located on the outskirts of Denver, Southeast Christian School has an energetic student body of more than 450 pre-K through 8th grade students. Committed to providing their students with an […]

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What are the 4 learning styles

What are the 4 types of learning styles and what do they mean for a modern classroom?

Take a second to reflect on your students – do some children always have a book in their hand? Are others constantly humming or singing? Do other students doodle while […]

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Edtech upskilling for all levels of staff confidence 

For educators, edtech upskilling—keeping up with new technologies and upgrades to what they already use in the classroom—is a constant priority. It’s both important for the quality of their instruction […]

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upcoming school year

Back to School with Promethean: What to Expect in the 2022-2023 Year

It’s nearly impossible to predict what the upcoming school year will feel like, but reliable education technology can prepare you for anything. With Promethean, you can increase student engagement and […]

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Education Technology News

Education news roundup – September 2022

Here are three of the latest and trending U.S. education and edtech news subjects from September 2022. 1. Why edtech isn’t just for students In America’s K-12 schools, education technology […]

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7 reasons you’ll love the all-new ActivPanel

At Promethean, we lead the way in next-generation interactive displays for education, and our interactive display is at the forefront.   From the stress of exams and marking to managing a […]

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