Learning Resources


Brief: Texas Launches Afterschool Activity Database

The Texas Afterschool Centers on Education has launched the Texas ACE Activity Collection, a database of after school activities.

Alexander Street Press To Launch Online Video Repository

Alexander Street Press is releasing an online library of more than 8,000 academic video titles and plans to expand their offerings to more than 10,000 this year and 20,000 by 2013.

Scholastic Updates Grolier Online

Scholastic has released a new version of Grolier Online, the company's online database of nonfiction content for grades 3 and up.

3 Free Resources To Enhance Teaching and Learning

Quality educational resources don't have to be expensive. Here we spotlight three academic gems that can help teachers either enhance instruction in the classroom or extend learning into students' homes, all without any out-of-pocket expenses.

Brief Carnegie Learning Previews Middle School Math Software

Carnegie Learning has released a preview of its Math Series, available as demonstration problems, video walkthroughs, and a text-sampling tool.

DreamBox Learning Adds Administrative Dashboard

DreamBox Learning has released an administrator dashboard for use with the company's math software.

Skype Community Comes to the Classroom

Skype has launched a global community for educators called Skype in the classroom. The free service is focused on connecting teachers from around the world to collaborate on learning activities and share expertise and resources.

Cengage Delivers Online Learning Platform

Ed tech developer Cengage Learning has launched a new online learning platform. Called MindTap, the platform is designed to work across devices--traditional computers, smart phones, and tablets--to deliver coursework, learning management, and a range of educational materials.

Orchard Now Releases Remedial Math Instruction

Orchard Learning has released remedial math instructional activities for Orchard Now, the company's Web-based assessment and instruction tool.

An Education Free-for-All

The creator of Khan Academy aims to change the way we think about the delivery of educational content to students.

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