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Latest Trends in Educational Technology for 2025

Discover the latest trends in educational technology in 2025 and how they’re shaping the future of teaching and learning.

Brenda Iasevoli
Shaped Executive Editor

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Meeting the AI Moment in Education—and How We Get It Right

AI is reshaping education—discover how to harness its potential and ensure we get it right for learners everywhere.

Andrew Goldman
Executive Vice President, HMH Labs

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AI Best Practices: Developing AI Literacy in the Classroom

Explore essential AI literacy concepts and discover best practices for integrating artificial intelligence into the classroom.

Dr. Kate Peila
National Content Specialist, HMH

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What a New Teacher and a Veteran Teacher Had in Common About Tech

Read more on why, when designed thoughtfully, technology shouldn’t be a barrier. Instead, it should bridge the gap between curriculum and teacher needs, ensuring that both new and veteran teachers have the tools to succeed.

Jim O’Neill
President, Core and Supplemental Solutions

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Reading Achievement Is on the Rise in New Haven Public Schools

Reading scores for Connecticut's New Haven Public Schools reached what officials called a “crisis.” Three years later, the numbers are starting to turn around.

Brenda Iasevoli
Shaped Executive Editor

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Why HMH Performance Suite Is "Huge" for Liberty Elementary: A Conversation with Learning Director Lisa Nelson

Learn how HMH Performance Suite with Into Math helped Liberty Elementary students improve their math scores.

Christine Condon
Shaped Editor-in-Chief

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How AI can enhance a high-quality classroom experience

Hear from Andrew Goldman at HMH Labs on how artificial intelligence can benefit your classroom experience.

Andrew Goldman
Executive Vice President, HMH Labs

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Teachers in the Age of AI

Hear from HMH CEO, Jack Lynch, on how artificial intelligence can support teachers in the changing landscape of education.

John "Jack" Lynch
Chief Executive Officer

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A Streamlined Math Solution Brings Planning Time Down and Student Performance Up in California

The Liberty School District in California is seeing strong results with a new solution that combines high-quality math curriculum, the most accurate assessments available, and planning tools that save teachers time.

Brenda Iasevoli
Shaped Executive Editor

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What Does Successful Technology Integration Look Like in Education?

Successful technology integration does not have a single blueprint, but the components we describe here are a good start.

Billy Soden
Shaped Contributor

Adam Garry and Dr. Kecia Ray for an AI Insights conversation about generative AI in education.

Navigating the AI Landscape: A Conversation with Dr. Kecia Ray and Adam Garry

Dr. Ray speaks with Adam Garry, an education consultant at StrategicEDU Consulting, with over two decades of experience guiding educational institutions in digital and student-centered learning transformations.

Zoe Del Mar
Shaped Executive Editor

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AI Integration in Teaching Practices: A Conversation with Dr. Kecia Ray and Cathy Cavanaugh

Dr. Ray speaks with Cathy Cavanaugh, Ph.D., the Assistant Director of the University of Florida's Lastinger Center for Learning, on integrating AI into teaching practices.

Zoe Del Mar
Shaped Executive Editor

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Achieving Math Outcomes with Into Math and Waggle: A California Success Story

A case study describes how schools in California were able to multiply their student outcomes using the math programs Into Math and Waggle.

KT Browne
Marketing Manager, HMH

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AI Integration in Schools: A Conversation with Dr. Kecia Ray and Dr. Neil Gupta

In this episode of AI Insights: Conversations with Dr. Kecia Ray she speaks with Dr. Neil Gupta, Superintendent of Oakwood City Schools in Ohio, recognized for his leadership in education and contributions to leadership, assessments, and coaching.

Zoe Del Mar
Shaped Executive Editor

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How a Texas District Achieved Literacy Growth with Integrated Edtech Solutions

When Galveston ISD leaders saw a notable dip in student performance, they decided to set forth on a growth journey—starting with the implementation of integrated edtech solutions. We sat down with Galveston leaders and educators to discuss the district's plan of action that resulted in incredible student gains.

Jennifer Corujo
Shaped Editor

Susan Gentz and Dr. Kecia Ray featured in Episode 4 of AI Insights: Conversations with Dr. Kecia Ray.

Policy Perspectives on AI: A Conversation with Dr. Kecia Ray and Susan Gentz

On today's episode, Dr. Kecia Ray is joined by Susan Gentz, an education policy expert and founder of BSG Strategies, with experience as a legislative aide in the Iowa House of Representatives, a staffer in the U.S. Senate, and as Deputy Executive Director for the Center for Digital Education.

Zoe Del Mar
Shaped Executive Editor

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How Does Technology Affect Education?

How does technology affect education? Explore how instructional technology impacts the way students learn and teachers teach.

Debi Christensen
Shaped Contributor