Educators are always looking for ways to make curriculum-based learning more engaging and impactful and today they have an arsenal of digital learning tools to help. Enter Sandbox, a powerful 3D modeling tool from Discovery Education, designed to bring immersive learning to life on Chromebooks and iPads. This innovative tool makes standards-based instruction more immersive, […] The post Reimagining Curriculum with 3D Scene Building appeared first on Discovery Education Blog.

Engagement is the first step to accelerating learning. Before students can absorb new knowledge, they must first be drawn into the learning experience. The more invested they are, the more likely they retain information, develop critical thinking skills, and make meaningful connections to the subject matter. But many teachers face the challenge of motivating and […] The post Measuring Engagement: Tools to Capture Learning Evidence with Sandbox appeared first on Discovery Education Blog.

Technology can be a powerful tool for deepening engagement and enhancing student understanding. From exploring ancient civilizations to creating science labs and visualizing math concepts, Sandbox empowers students to design their own virtual and AR experiences, making learning not only interactive but also personalized and unforgettable. Sandbox is available for FREE from the Apple App […] The post 25 Ways to Use Sandbox in the Classroom appeared first on Discovery Education Blog.

Emotions and energy over holidays and extended school breaks are guaranteed to go up and down, for both grown-ups and kids. Here are three tips to help your students stay on the learning track during the holidays: 1. Offer flexible, timely content Embrace the flexibility that digital resources provide by sharing resources that students can […] The post Three Tips to Keep Students Learning Over the Holidays appeared first on Discovery Education Blog.

Incorporating immersive learning tools transforms the learning experience by allowing students to “learn by doing,” putting them at the center of the learning process. Gamified experiences promote career readiness by introducing students to diverse career opportunities and allowing them to bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world applications.  What is Immersion, and Why is […] The post Create an Interactive Journey to Career Readiness appeared first on Discovery Education Blog.

In today’s classrooms, creating immersive learning experiences is more than just a trend—it’s a powerful tool for engaging students in a way that amplifies understanding and retention. But what makes an experience truly immersive, and why does it matter? Below, we’ll outline five key principles to help educators evaluate how immersive an experience is for […] The post Five Guiding Principles of Successful Immersive Learning appeared first on Discovery Education Blog.

The majority of the 5.5 million English Language Learners (ELLs) in the U.S. public school system speak Spanish as their first language, which makes the capability of teaching math in Spanish, using bilingual teachers or teaching assistants, a high priority. Many of these students may have difficulty learning effectively in English and require specialized or […] The post Six Strategies to Help English Language Learners in Math appeared first on Discovery Education Blog.

Physical (also known as concrete) manipulatives like the abacus or blocks have been basic tools of teaching math since time immemorial. The ancient Romans and Greeks conceived of counting boards and eventually the abacus, and the Chinese abacus that came into use centuries later is thought to be an adaptation of the Roman version. Italian […] The post The Benefits of Virtual Manipulatives appeared first on Discovery Education Blog.

The drive to engage and motivate students is a critical factor in their ability to learn and retain knowledge. Developing these for learners creates the conditions where they are giving their attention and want to learn. Motivation comes in two forms: extrinsic and intrinsic. Extrinsic is often related to a drive to finish, to achieve […] The post Intrinsic Motivation: Why It’s Lacking in Students and How to Foster It appeared first on Discovery Education Blog.

Educators today wear many metaphorical hats, especially as technology develops. They are expected to become film directors, vloggers, and coding experts, not to mention navigating the world of AI and feeling the burden of their students’ online safety.  It can be easy to forget that a key part of the mission of educational technology (EdTech) […] The post Five Ways to Create Immersion in the Classroom appeared first on Discovery Education Blog.