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AWARDS & ACCOLADES
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Shorty Awards
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Audience Honor, 2023, Shaped
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Shaped
A community-driven blog supporting educators, building lifelong learners, and shaping the future of education.*
OVER 10 MILLION READS
How Has Technology Changed Education?
Here we take a deep dive into the question, “How has technology changed education?” and uncover tech’s role in opening up new possibilities for teaching and learning.
The Impact of AI On One School District: A Conversation with Dr. Kecia Ray and Jerry Almendarez
Edtech expert, Dr. Kecia Ray, recently sat down with Jerry Almendarez, the superintendent of Santa Ana Unified School District in California, to discuss embracing AI with the help of teachers and stakeholders.
As the school year ends, keep kids engaged with these fun summer school activities for elementary and middle school students.
This blog post explores the question, “What is RTI in elementary school?” and how RTI serves as a powerful framework to ensure all students have the right support they need to succeed.
When Galveston ISD leaders saw a notable dip in student performance, they decided to set forth on a growth journey—starting with the implementation of integrated edtech solutions. We sat down with Galveston leaders and educators to discuss the district's plan of action that resulted in incredible student gains.
Shorty Awards
Audience Honor, 2023, Shaped
Digiday Content Marketing Awards
People’s Choice Podcast Awards
Finalist, 2021 & 2023, Teachers in America
*The views expressed in our blog are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent those of HMH.
