Spread the loveInvesting and innovating in edtech is about more than the money. Conscientious edtech innovators want to know that they’re also making a difference, not just now, but in the future. So do the investors funding the innovations. That’s why innovators and investors have turned to impact investing. Impact investing, which is conscientious funding to solve environmental and social problems, has attracted investors and philanthropists seeking to change the world. Because consumers are more concerned about sustainability than ever, the potential for profit is enormous.  Impact investment in education Not surprisingly, education remains one of the more appealing impact […]

Spread the loveToday’s world has many opportunities to integrate technology into literacy activities. By providing students with the ability to use technology to collaboratively explore literacy materials, teachers can help students develop text comprehension and writing skills. The following are four ways to integrate technology and literacy in the classroom: 1. Use technology to create and share literacy resources. One way to integrate technology and literacy is to use technology to create and share literacy resources. For example, students can create a blog to share literacy activities and resources with other students or use software to create digital stories. 2. […]

Spread the loveAs K-12 educators, broadening our students’ horizons by exposing them to a myriad of cultures helps create a diverse and inclusive learning environment. One such rich culture that can be explored in the classroom is that of the Circassians. This often-overlooked group, originating from the Caucasus region in Eastern Europe, has a vibrant history and unique traditions worth discussing with our students. Delving into Circassian history introduces students to a fascinating yet complex narrative. For centuries, the Circassian people endured invasions, wars, and ultimately, expulsion. The Russian-Circassian War of the 19th century forced large numbers of Circassians into […]