Author: Grace Maliska

0 I was a classroom teacher for over two decades and now I support teachers in developing quality math instruction. One of the most challenging things I see educators encounter is student engagement. Engagement can be particularly challenging in a math class where students can become overwhelmed, and your own teaching success is often contingent on the skills taught by the teachers who preceded you.  The Education Insights Report shows that engagement is a key driver of success. In fact, over 90% of teachers, principals, and superintendents agree that student engagement is a critical metric for understanding overall achievement. Even…

17 December 2025 5:07 pm Great teaching is built on the power of storytelling and research shows that narrative- led instruction improves comprehension and information retention. But why is storytelling so powerful in the classroom and how can educators harness 3D technology to amplify its impact?  The Power of Narrative  Stories engage us because they provide context and meaning. When students encounter facts on their own they may struggle to understand. But when presented as part of a narrative, they can make a deeper connection.  Immersive storytelling strengthens this impact by placing learners inside a story. When students participate actively in their learning rather than simply receiving information, they experience emotion and build empathy. This in turn boosts comprehension, critical thinking and even retention. This is especially true in subjects such as history, literature and science where students benefit…

Jeffrey Bradbury (: 00:00Hello everybody and welcome to the TeacherCast educational network. My name is Jeff Bradbury. Thank you so much for joining us today and making TeacherCast your home for professional development. On today’s episode of Digital Learning today, we’re going to talk all about student engagement, but in a different way than you might be used to. My guest today has recently created with her team at Discovery Education, an entire pamphlet all about student engagement from the teacher’s point of view, from the student’s point of view.from the administrator’s point of view, and even from the parent’s…

Volume 28 | Issue 4 Strategies for companies to build effective classroom connections. Click here to read the complete illustrated article or continue below to read the text article. By Catherine Dunlop, Senior Vice President of Corporate Partnerships, Discovery Education The global workforce is undergoing a significant shift. By 2030, more than 170 million new jobs are projected worldwide, and the U.S. manufacturing sector alone anticipates 4 million openings in the next decade. Yet, despite this growth, the talent pipeline is under strain. The manufacturing industry could face a shortage of 1.9 million skilled workers by 2033 if current trends persist. This gap isn’t just in manufacturing: employers across industries cite consistent…

Education companies selling curriculum in the nation’s second-largest K-12 market will face increased competition from Texas’ in-house learning resources following the approval of a new suite of Bluebonnet Learning programs.The Texas State Board of Education has approved 19 new state-developed products for the adopted list of instructional materials as part of the 2025 curriculum adoption cycle, adding to the Bluebonnet curriculum lineup that is expected to continue growing in the coming years.Legislation passed in 2023 completely overhauled the state’s curriculum adoption process and directed funding to the Texas Education Agency to create its own instructional materials. Those materials now compete…

This Giving Tuesday, we’re reflecting on a powerful truth: the most transformative gift corporations can give isn’t always monetary—it can be access, mentorship, and opportunity. Through our Building Pathways series with CECP, we’ve learned that when businesses invest their time and expertise in education, they don’t just build workforce pipelines; they help educators accelerate student learning and empower future leaders. Q: Why should corporations think about education partnerships as part of their giving strategy? A: The skills crisis and the race for AI talent have made one thing clear: we can’t wait until college to start developing our future workforce.…

Charlotte, NC (Tuesday, December 2, 2025) — Discovery Education and Dell Technologies today announced the launch of a new educational initiative, Tech Career Circuit. Tech Career Circuit is a one-stop huboffering complementary learning resources to prepare students in grades 6-12 for success in the IT industry.   Using Tech Career Circuit’s unique hands-on learning opportunities and digital literacy resources, students can develop the essential workforce skills required in the IT industry. The Tech Career Circuit resources are standards-aligned, making integration in any classroom environment simple. The Tech Career Circuit resources include wrap-around lesson plans, activities, and educator supports available in multiple formats such as web-based content, PDFs, learning management system integrated designs, and more. The resources are designed to fit into any 6-12 classroom and support career and technical education tracks.  “Technology is moving at an incredible speed. At Dell, we want to prepare students…

Charlotte, NC (Monday, November 24, 2025) — DreamBox Math for Texas by Discovery Education is fully approved by the Texas State Board of Education (SBOE) through the Instructional Materials Review and Approval (IMRA) process for supplemental math programs.   Created expressly for Texas educators and students, DreamBox Math for Texas is 100% aligned to the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) Readiness Standards. This dynamic supplemental math program for grades K-5 complements full-subject instruction, such as Bluebonnet Learning. Through engaging, adaptive lessons that reinforce key math skills and build confidence, DreamBox Math for Texas helps educators prepare students for proficiency, including STAAR assessments.  DreamBox Math for Texas offers a balance between procedural fluency and conceptual understanding and is available in English and Spanish. Offering digital and downloadable materials, DreamBox Math for Texas delivers responsive adaptivity with…

EdTech hacks that can help educators create a more engaging and dynamic learning environment for their students. 1. Virtual bulletin boards: Create an online space where students can collaborate and share ideas using tools like Padlet or Google Drawings. This will encourage teamwork and open communication among classmates. 2. Gamification: Incorporate game-based learning elements, such as points, levels, and badges, into your lesson plans to motivate students and make learning more enjoyable. 3. Interactive presentations: Utilize interactive presentation tools like Nearpod or Pear Deck to create dynamic lessons that allow for real-time feedback from students. 4. Digital storytelling: Encourage students…

Brief description of the episode Student engagement is one of the most talked-about challenges in K12, yet teachers, students, and district leaders rarely agree on what it looks like or how to measure it. Brian Shaw, CEO of Discovery Education, unpacks new research from the Education Insights Report and reveals a striking perception gap. The conversation explores what signals truly indicate engagement, how AI can meaningfully support teaching time, and what it takes to scale successful pilots across diverse districts. If you build or lead in EdTech, this dialogue is a must-listen for understanding how engagement connects to achievement, motivation,…