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8 Productivity Apps for Students

It’s said that “student life is a golden life,” but it’s definitely not an easy one. There is a lot on your plate during those few years—but since we live… read more →

3 Things to Consider Before Investing in Online Learning Tech

If you’re considering investing in online learning tech, knowing where to start may feel overwhelming. Technology has revolutionized today’s learning experience. Teaching no longer has to be confined to a… read more →

What Is Edge Computing, and Why Would It Benefit the K–12 Classroom?

In the past decade, most sectors have started integrating technology into their operations to boost productivity, better learning, and enhance data processing, among other things. Although many technological breakthroughs have… read more →

Time Fillers to the Rescue! Activity Sheets from The Mailbox®

All teachers know that time filler activities are important forms of classroom management—and the key is to have these ideas ready to go when needed. Who knows when you’ll have… read more →

The Filibuster: A Featured Controversy from Issues & Controversies

Featured in Issues & Controversies: THE FILIBUSTER: Should the U.S. Senate Abolish the Filibuster? Should the U.S. Senate eliminate the filibuster? Be sure to check out Issues & Controversies’ complete and… read more →

Women’s History Month Spotlight: Winning the Vote: 1900–1920

In the opening years of the 20th century, the campaign to win voting rights for women seemed to have run out of steam, but within ten years, it had gained… read more →

8 Reasons Students Need Technology in the Classroom

Technology continues to have a profound impact on today’s students, allowing students across the globe to compete on equal footing and to broaden their horizons like never before. With the… read more →

Simple Social Media Strategies for Library Promotion

Social media has become an indispensable part of our lives—and during the COVID-19 pandemic in particular, it has made it easier for libraries to stay connected with their patrons, even… read more →

Trending Professional Development Topics in Higher Education

Educators have always had to stay on top of their field and keep up to date with their skills and knowledge. But since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the… read more →

The Logistics Checklist for Every Stage of Your Virtual Event

Virtual events are the new “in” thing. They offer an opportunity to let people enjoy the comforts of their own home while still being able to enjoy what the world… read more →

New Dance Content Broadens The World Almanac® for Kids’ Arts Coverage

A brand-new topic area, World of Dance, has just been added to the award-winning The World Almanac® for Kids database, along with new bullet biographies of entertainers, athletes, American leaders,… read more →

The Harlem Renaissance’s World Influence

Although the Harlem Renaissance is most closely associated with New York City, its influence spread around the globe. Here we show some of the areas affected by Harlem’s ideas and… read more →