Guest Author: Ben Baker What is a powerful personal brand and why do you need one? In short, a strong personal brand helps you build influence and trust. When you can clearly define, package, and communicate who you are and the value you deliver, people listen. That trust translates into opportunities—career growth, sales, partnerships, and … Read more

Using Technology to Manage the Complexity for Parents In this episode of the Learning Counsel’s EduJedi Report, Dr. Travis Taylor, Instructional Technology Specialist at Little Rock School District in Arkansas, joins Berj Akian, CEO of ClassLink, for a focused conversation about how schools can organize and support learning when families must manage instruction from home. … Read more

College is not the right path for everyone. Today’s technology and low barriers to entry have made it easier than ever to start a business, but launching a venture is only the first step. Long-term success requires building and refining key entrepreneurial skills. Below are three essential attributes every entrepreneur should develop to increase their … Read more

The conversation about gender disparities in the workplace has finally entered the mainstream, signaling progress toward fairer hiring and promotion practices. Still, achieving real professional equality in the United States requires addressing the root causes that shape career trajectories long before people enter the labor force. Research has repeatedly shown that men and women begin … Read more

By Betsy Hill Technology reshapes our minds—for better and worse—but it’s important to remember that every experience shapes the brain. Our brains continually develop through interactions with our environment. As one neuroscientist put it, our brains become what our brains do. So what are our brains doing in the digital era, and how are they … Read more

Are you interested in teaching using principles from one of the world’s most respected education systems—Finland’s? Finnish Schools International (FSI) is launching FSI Global Online School (FSI GO), a new global online school that brings Finnish-inspired education to students worldwide. FSI GO is recruiting innovative teachers to join a Founding Teachers Program where educators can … Read more

By Ian Fagan and Julian Fagan Since the pandemic began, many students have experienced a steep rise in anxiety, emotional withdrawal and other mental health concerns. Remote learning disrupted routines, increased isolation and removed day-to-day supports that young people rely on. While technology has been blamed for contributing to these challenges, it also offers powerful … Read more

By Jenny Barker Addressing Learning Loss and Compensatory Services for Students with Disabilities The impact of widespread school closures on students is likely to be felt for years. The Biden administration has proposed additional funding through the American Rescue Plan for the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund (ESSER), with an estimated $130 billion … Read more

How to Succeed in an Online Technical Program Guest article written by: Brian Warnecke Faculty Member, Electrical Engineering at American Public University One of the most common questions I hear from students and colleagues is: “What does it take to succeed in an online technical program?” I have taught in online engineering and technology programs … Read more

The Discovery Education Awards celebrate districts, schools, and educators who accelerate student achievement by tapping into learners’ natural curiosity and passion for discovery. These awards recognize teams and individuals who design engaging, personalized instruction that sparks exploration and supports growth for all students. In May 2024, the inaugural Discovery Education Awards honored U.S. districts, schools, … Read more