Study Reveals That School Cellphone Bans Reclaim Attention. Now What?

As school cellphone bans sweep across districts in 2026, the ‘Great Unplugging’ is only half the battle. Discover how to turn reclaimed student attention into meaningful engagement through instructional visibility and data-driven insights.

Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA): Is ESA Expansion Worth It?

Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) have reached a $1 billion milestone in 2026. This deep dive analyzes the fiscal impact of ADA funding loss, the administrative burden of the APEX-ESA portal, and the “Accountability Black Box” of

Hearing the Unspoken: Using Real-Time Classroom Data to Humanize Learning

If a student could tell you why they were stuck, they wouldn’t be stuck. Discover why real-time classroom data is the ‘unspoken voice’ of the student, and how moving past delayed benchmarks helps teachers see the human story behind every number.

HB 8 and the Shift to Instructional Intelligence

Texas districts are entering an environment in which old measurement habits will no longer work. Benchmark testing is going away, and without structure, classroom evidence cannot support district decision-making at scale. Discover why daily instruction must become your new measurement engine to ensure SST readiness.

AI for Teachers: 12 Ways to Eliminate Planning Fatigue and Build Rigor

Stop staring at the ‘Blinking Cursor of Doom.’ Discover how AI for teachers can eliminate planning fatigue by transforming your existing PDFs and Google Docs into high-rigor DOK 3 activities in seconds. Reclaim your weekends without sacrificing student engagement.

Executive Brief – Tracking the Right Data in the SST™ Era

Executive Brief April 2026: Tracking the Right Data for Texas SST Accountability As districts navigate the transition to Texas SST Accountability, many are discovering a disconnect between adaptive growth signals and the static, grade-level mastery required for a high rating. This executive brief explores how to move beyond predictive traps to secure your district’s future.​ […]

If You’re a Principal Asking “What Classroom Data Should I Be Looking At?” — Start Here

If You’re a Principal Asking “What Classroom Data Should I Be Looking At?” — Start Here Great principals don’t just manage buildings. They shape the conditions for teaching and learning. However, shifting from “manager” to “instructional leader” requires a structured approach to evidence. Many successful districts have adopted the Data Wise improvement process developed at […]

Executive Brief – Bluebonnet™ Math Assessments

Executive Brief March 2026: Bluebonnet™ Math Assessments The 2026-2027 school year is the critical transition window before the Student Success Tool (SST) becomes the primary Texas accountability measure. Current data shows a significant gap between Bluebonnet™ module assessments and STAAR requirements: while Readiness TEKS account for ~65% of STAAR weight, they comprise only 49% of […]

5 Bluebonnet Math™ Implementation Pain Points

5 Bluebonnet Math™ Implementation Pain Points — and How Texas Districts Are Solving Them Bluebonnet Math™ Adoption in Texas: What Happens After “Yes” Pain Point #1: Static Bluebonnet Math™ PDFs Limit Visibility Pain Point #2: Teachers Rebuilding Bluebonnet Math™ Lessons Pain Point #3: No District-Level Progress Monitoring System Pain Point #4: Year-One Implementation Overload Pain […]

The “Human-Centered” AI Shift in 2026: Why Schools are Prioritizing Authentic Learning

The “Human-Centered” AI Shift in 2026: Why Schools are Prioritizing Authentic Learning The New Reality of the 2026 Classroom: Beyond the Hype It is officially 2026, and the “will they or won’t they” debate regarding Artificial Intelligence in schools is settled. AI has transitioned from a shiny digital add-on to a foundational piece of district […]

The Digital-Only Bluebonnet™ Adoption: Why It Can Work for Your District

The Digital-Only Bluebonnet™ Adoption: Why It Can Work for Your District At A Glance Texas districts adopting Bluebonnet™ Math and ELAR are not required to implement a paper-based curriculum. A digital-only Bluebonnet™ adoption, paired with Classwork.com, fully satisfies HB 1605, preserves IMRA funding, and eliminates recurring workbook costs that exceed state subsidies. Over three years, […]

Why “Data” Should Not Be A Dirty Word for Teachers

Data should not be a dirty word, yet it often is. We break down why the shift toward instructional intelligence and low-stakes classroom assessment is finally making daily formative assessment for teachers possible without the burnout. Learn how to reclaim student learning evidence for your classroom.

A New Year’s Reminder

A New Year’s Reminder: Your Students Are More Than Their Test Scores As educators, you live in a world of dashboards and data points: benchmarks, percentiles, sub-groups, growth bands, proficiency labels. These numbers are essential. But your students are more than their test scores. At this time of year, it’s worth saying that out loud. […]

AI Use in K12: Strong Critical Thinking Skills Are More Important Than Ever

AI use in K12. Strong critical thinking skills are more important than ever in K12 due to AI. Hermeneutics offers a clearer, teachable definition of critical thinking.

Which Instructional Approaches Truly Improve Learning

Discover which instructional approaches truly improve learning, comparing effect sizes, cost, and student reach—plus why daily data-driven instruction stands out.

The Future of Through-Year Assessment: Research, AI, and Real-Time Learning Data

The future of through-year assessment is here. Discover how AI, data integration, and continuous feedback are redefining growth measurement and classroom practice.

The Implementation Playbook for Instructionally Supportive Systems

A district-level playbook for building instructionally supportive systems—from data strategy to teacher development and policy alignment.

The Effective Schools Framework

The Texas Effective Schools Framework outlines how districts align leadership, instruction, and data to build instructionally supportive cultures. Learn why every state should take notice.

Building Instructionally Supportive Systems

Instructionally supportive systems connect classroom learning to district growth goals. Discover how daily data, professional learning, and technology integration build sustainable improvement.

Instructionally Supportive Teaching Strategies for Through-Year Assessment

Instructionally supportive teaching strategies help teachers turn assessment data into learning growth. Explore research-backed approaches like immediate feedback, reteaching, and personalized pathways.

Why Legacy Assessment Management Systems Can’t Keep Up

Assessment management systems were built for the NCLB era, not for instructionally supportive teaching. Discover why these platforms fall short in the age of through-year assessment and real-time learning.

Texas Through-Year Assessment Pilot

Texas is preparing for through-year testing by the 2027-2028 school year. Explore the Texas Through-Year Assessment Pilot (TTAP), House Bill 8 reforms, benchmark bans, and what “instructionally supportive” really means.

A Primer on Florida FAST: What, When, Why, and How It’s Going

Florida FAST is the nation’s first statewide through-year testing system. Learn what it measures, when it’s administered, who builds it, and how it’s changing instruction.

The History and Policy Foundations of Through-Year Assessment

Through-year assessment is reshaping accountability and instruction. Learn how federal waivers, Florida FAST, and early state pilots created this shift from compliance to growth.

How a Balanced Assessment System Improves Teaching and Learning

A balanced assessment system connects formative classroom data with growth-focused accountability, helping educators improve instruction, support students, and drive real learning.

Adaptive Learning vs. Modern Formative Assessment Systems

Discover the key differences between adaptive learning and modern formative assessment systems—and how combining both gives educators real-time insights that improve instruction.

Is the Era of Benchmark Testing Finally Ending?

Is the Era of Benchmark Testing Finally Ending? A Brief History of How We Got Here In 2001, the US education system became governed by the “No Child Left Behind” (NCLB) Act that required criterion-referenced testing at grades 3 – 8 in ELA and Math and again at HS. Federal Title I funding was now […]

Is Houston ISD’s NES a Model for America’s Schools?

Is Houston ISD’s NES a Model for America’s Schools? HISD: A District in Crisis The Houston Independent School District (HISD) is the eighth-largest public school system in the United States, serving more than 180,000 students across 274 campuses. For years, HISD had been under scrutiny because of a small but stubborn group of chronically failing […]

Realigning Assessment Departments to Become Teaching and Learning Support Departments

Learn how realigning assessment departments into teaching and learning support teams helps districts strengthen instruction, streamline data use, and improve student outcomes.

How to Support Teachers and Students When Using Daily Formative Assessments

Discover practical ways to support teachers and students when using daily formative assessments, ensuring stronger instruction, clearer feedback, and better learning outcomes.

The Impact of Data-Driven Instructional Systems

Explore how data-driven instructional systems improve teaching, streamline intervention, and give educators real-time insights that support stronger student learning.

A Rose By Any Name: Exit Tickets

In 2025, Texas passed HB 8, banning district-level benchmark testing, STAAR practice tests, and test-prep as a district-sanctioned practice. As the second most populous state, the passage of the new law marks the official beginning of the end of the benchmark era.

Exit Tickets in the Post-HB 8 Era: The New Way to Progress Monitor

Exit Tickets in the post-HB 8 era Texas has just taken a bold step with HB 8, banning test prep packets, local benchmark assessments, and STAAR practice tests. For decades, these practices consumed instructional time and distorted teaching, turning classrooms into test-prep factories

HB 8 in Texas: FAQ on the End of Benchmark Testing and the Test-Prep Era

What is HB 8?
HB 8 in Texas is a landmark education bill passed by the Texas Legislature in 2025. It restructures how state assessments are delivered and — more importantly — bans local benchmark testing and test-prep practices that have dominated Texas schools for two decades.

Case Study: Houston ISD’s NES Schools and the HB 8 Future

In 2025, HB 8 marked a turning point for Texas education by banning benchmark testing and practice test prep. For decades, benchmarks were sold as “instructionally supportive,” but in reality they were compliance tools — designed to identify “bubble kids” and push them over the passing line, not to improve everyday instruction.

Texas HB 8: What the Benchmark Testing Ban Means for Districts and Instruction

Learn how the benchmark testing ban under Texas HB 8 reshapes district assessment, instruction, and progress monitoring—and what educators must prepare for next.

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Teacher’s Guide to Prompting AI Using RTFC + CLEAR

This teacher’s guide to RTFC + CLEAR explains how to strengthen student prompts, improve clarity, and support consistent classroom routines that boost learning.

Sustainable Teaching and Teacher Wellness: Creating More Time in Your Day

Sustainable Teaching and Teacher Wellness: Create More Time in Your Day  Leveraging Digital Tools for a Balanced and Efficient Classroom As the demands on teachers continue to grow, the need for *sustainable teaching* practices that promote *teacher wellness* has never been more urgent. Teachers are tasked with following new legislation, administrative policies, lesson planning, grading, […]

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Exit Tickets: The Progress Monitoring Workhorse Meets AI

Discover how exit tickets are evolving with AI to deliver faster, smarter progress monitoring—helping teachers adjust instruction and support students in real time.

Student Data Privacy at Classwork.com: Why Promises Aren’t Enough

Learn why student data privacy requires more than promises. See how Classwork.com protects sensitive information with secure systems, clear policies, and transparent practices.

Who Wrote The Bluebonnet Learning™ Math Curriculum for Grades K-5?

Who Wrote The Bluebonnet Learning™ Math Curriculum for Grades K-5? Bluebonnet Learning™ is the brand name for the State of Texas’ Open Educational Resources (OER) curriculum. Bluebonnet RLA K-5 and Bluebonnet Math K-5, 6-8 and Algebra were approved by the TX State Board of Education in November of 2024 and are supported by the Texas […]

Did TEA Develop Bluebonnet Learning™ Math Curriculum for Grades 6–8 and Algebra I

Did TEA Develop Bluebonnet Learning™ Math Curriculum for Grades 6–8 and Algebra I No. TEA did not “create” the Bluebonnet Learning™ Math curriculums for any grade level. HB 1605 directed TEA to make high-quality instructional materials available to Texas schools via open educational resources. TEA contracted with curriculum providers to fulfill the requirements of the […]

Super Scholar Search

Explore Super Scholar Search, a fast and intuitive way to help educators find resources, boost instructional support, and connect students with what they need most.

7 Painful Bluebonnet™ Math Problems

7 Bluebonnet™ Math Problems—and How to Fix Them Bluebonnet™ Math is a major step forward in Texas’s effort to provide high-quality, TEKS-aligned instructional materials for free. Built on content from respected publishers and backed by state funding, it delivers strong instructional design and consistent coverage of grade-level math standards. But while the curriculum offers strength […]

Best Progress Monitoring for Bluebonnet Learning™ Curriculums

Classwork.com’s Texas Edition — Worth a Look! Progress Monitoring with Bluebonnet Learning™ Curriculum is Tough for Districts and Teachers It’s hard to do progress monitoring with Bluebonnet Learning™ curriculum materials. Though we’re well into the 21st Century, Bluebonnet Learning™ curriculum comes as printed workbooks and printed teacher guides. Classroom teachers have to collect and record […]

An Insider’s Look at Bluebonnet Math™ and STAAR Prep

An Insider’s Look at Bluebonnet™ Math and STAAR Prep Are you a curriculum director considering the adoption of Bluebonnet™ Math in your school district?  Before recommending Bluebonnet™ Math to your superintendent, you will want to consider: how challenging it is to generate timely, reliable TEKS‑mastery data when using the curriculum, and  how little room is […]

Are Texas Schools Being Bribed to Use Bluebonnet Learning™?

Explore whether Texas schools are being pressured to adopt Bluebonnet Learning and what the incentives mean for districts, accountability, and instructional decision-making.

Elementari: Where Creativity and Coding Meet in Your Classroom

Discover how Elementari blends creativity and coding to help students write, animate, and publish interactive stories that enrich learning across your classroom.

Make Eureka Math, Bluebonnet™ HQIM Auto-graded: 10 Problems Solved

Make Eureka Math, Bluebonnet™ HQIM Auto-graded: 10 Problems Solved Educators everywhere face the daily challenge of bringing static High-Quality Instructional Materials (HQIM) to life for their students. Whether you’re using Texas’s Bluebonnet Learning™ Program or other district-endorsed HQIM like Eureka Math, the process of digitizing and enhancing these materials for modern learners can feel daunting—and […]

Prep Rally Newsletter January 5th, 2025

Meet Classwork.com Welcome back to a new edition of the Prep Rally. It’s a new year, a new semester, and we have a new name: Classwork.com. Why? Like a pet name from childhood, we’ve outgrown our Classwork moniker. Classwork.com is a bigger vision; it’s not just for teachers anymore. Over the next few weeks and […]

AI PREP RALLY – November 17, 2024 Edition

Click to view the November 10th edition. Classwork is Getting a New Name: Classwork.Studio Over the next four weeks, you’ll start to see Classwork’s name evolve to Classwork.Studio! Our commitment to supporting teachers is stronger than ever, and this new name reflects all the ways our platform is growing to serve you better. Within a […]

AI PREP RALLY – November 10, 2024 Edition

Click to view the November 3rd edition. Classwork is Getting a New Name: Classwork.Studio Over the next two weeks, you’ll start to see Classwork’s name evolve to Classwork.Studio! Our commitment to supporting teachers is stronger than ever, and this new name reflects all the ways our platform is growing to serve you better. We’re so […]

November 3, 2024

Remember: Students don’t need Classwork accounts. You send Classwork Activity links to them via Google Classroom, MS Teams, Canvas, Schoology, Brightspace, etc. It’s faster and safer this way. To view the October 27th edition, please click here. What can you do with that extra hour you get this week? Playing with Classwork’s AI Content Assistant […]

October 27th, 2024

Please Remember: Students don’t need Classwork accounts. You send them Classwork Activity links via Google Classroom, Canvas, Schoology, Brightspace, etc. It’s faster and safer this way. To view the October 20th edition, please click here. https://vimeo.com/1023462551 See Student Work Easily  Tracking student progress is simpler than ever with Classwork’s student review feature. From your homepage, […]

EdTech for Neurodiverse Students with Autism

Introduction Neurodiverse students are encountered more frequently in today’s classrooms. Those with autism represent a particular challenge for schools and families– and edtech may be able to help. Resources for autism education have evolved significantly since FT4T’s 2009 post on this topic.  EdTech products now offer even more effective ways to support students. While trusted […]

AI Prep Rally Newsletter – October 20th, 2024

Please Remember: Students don’t need Classwork accounts. You send them Classwork Activity links via Google Classroom, Canvas, Schoology, Brightspace, etc. It’s faster and safer this way. To view the October 6th edition, please click here. Is Halloween Weaving Its Magical Web at Your School? The magic of Halloween is creeping through the halls of schools […]

YourStory Education: Chat With History

YourStory is thrilling for kids. Imagine texting Benjamin Franklin about his famous kite experiment. “Hello! Who are you? What did you do?” you type. Ben promptly replies, “Hello! I am Benjamin Franklin. I was a Founding Father of the United States, a renowned author, inventor, scientist, and diplomat.” Intrigued, you ask, “I heard you got […]

AI Prep Rally Newsletter – October 13th, 2024

Please Remember: Students don’t need Classwork accounts. You send them Classwork Activity links via Google Classroom, Canvas, Schoology, Brightspace, etc. It’s faster and safer this way. To view the October 6th edition, please click here. Make Classwork Activities Using AI Directly in Our App Prompting AI directly in Classwork is still in beta testing– but […]

TidyText Fixes ChatGPT Formatting Fiascos

Streamlining Your Documents with TidyText Introduction TidyText fixes the mess that ChatGPT leaves behind when you generate text. Imagine this: You’ve just crafted the perfect assignment using ChatGPT. It’s dialed in to challenge and engage your students. Once you transfer it to Google Docs, the formatting is a fiasco. Enter TidyText, ready to save you […]

AI Prep Rally Newsletter – October 6th, 2024

Please Remember: Students don’t get Classwork accounts. You send them Classwork Activity links. Let’s keep it safe for our kids!! To view the September 29, 2024 newsletter, please click here. From an AI Prompt to An Assignment in 2 Minutes or Less Prompting AI directly in Classwork is in beta testing. It will be released […]

AI Prep Rally Newsletter – September 29, 2024

Please Remember: Students don’t get Classwork accounts. You send them Classwork Activity links. Let’s keep it safe for our kids!! To view the September 22, 2024 newsletter, please click here. Sad greetings from Asheville, NC. Since the region is in the news for the devastation from Hurricane Helene, I thought I’d give you a firsthand […]

5 Fast Steps to Using Canva and Classwork.com Together

Ever feel like you need a magic wand to turn your mountain of paper worksheets into sleek, interactive digital lessons? Well, grab your wizarding hat because Canva and Classwork.com can be your charmed duo! Let’s dive into how these tools can transform your teaching game! Canva and Classwork.com Offer Free Access; Canva Pro Costs Money […]

Prep Rally Newsletter – September 22, 2024

Please Remember: Students don’t get Classwork accounts. You send them Classwork Activity links. Let’s keep it safe for our kids!! To view the September 15, 2024 newsletter , please click here. Happy Fall!! It’s hard to believe it was just two autumns ago when OpenAI made ChatGPT available to the public. And how usage has […]

Prep Rally Newsletter – September 15, 2024

To view the September 8, 2024 newsletter , please click here. Why Should I Add a Second Email Address to My Account?? At the start of every semester, our Support Team gets too many emails that start with “I’ve changed schools…” or “I’ve changed my name…” or “I can’t remember…” They’re emails from busy teachers […]

Retro Report Ignites Gen Z Civic Engagement

Retro Report Ignites Gen Z Civic Engagement with New Initiatives  Retro Report, the Emmy Award-winning nonprofit newsroom (free access), is stepping up to address a critical gap in civic education among today’s youth. With the 2024 election on the horizon and only 22 percent of students nationwide proficient in civics, Retro Report is launching a […]

Prep Rally Newsletter – September 8, 2024

To view the September 1, 2024 newsletter , please click here. Explaining Classwork to Colleagues Classwork grows because of you, our devoted users. And we really appreciate you. ♥ ♥  But it can be hard to explain everything that Classwork does, especially to those educators who are not tech-savvy.  One of our users says she […]

Prep Rally Newsletter – September 1, 2024

To view the August 25, 2024 newsletter , please click here. Assignment Timers and Due Dates Are Live!! The No. 1 most requested feature in 2024 has finally arrived!! You can now set timers and due dates for assignments. There are four time management tools Teachers now have access to when creating Classwork assignments: Open […]

AI Prep Rally Newsletter – August 25, 2024

It’s Back To School time, and there’s even more excitement and anticipation in the air than usual. Why? AI, of course! Teachers like you are using AI tools to create lesson plans, curriculum and supplemental materials for their students. We’re using it to write and create activities for the Prep Rally!! AI has lots of […]

HQIM: Can It Stop A 4-Decade Smear Campaign?

HQIM: Can It Stop A 4-Decade Smear Campaign? Introduction This article is part of series on the High Quality Instructional Materials (HQIM) Movement being embraced by many states across the nation. It provides a brief policy view of the last 40 years and explores how HQIM may fix the damage done by the 1983 report […]

Teaching with AI: Best Tools for 12 Classroom Types

Teaching with AI: Best Tools for 12 Classroom Types Introduction to Teaching with AI Teaching with AI holds tremendous promise. Never have we seen a technology redefining the classroom and the teacher’s role in it in such a short time span. Teaching with AI is no longer a goal for the future; the future is […]

3 Ways Classwork Supports MTSS

3 Ways Classwork Supports MTSS Introduction to MTSS In the quest for educational success, schools nationwide are increasingly turning to the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework. MTSS is a strategic approach designed to help schools use data-driven techniques to provide academic and behavioral support tailored to the needs of all students. MTSS is important […]

Khan Academy for Teachers is Now Free in US

Announced on May 21, 2024, the press release titled “Khan Academy and Microsoft partner to expand access to AI tools that personalize teaching and help make learning fun” by Sally Beatty discusses a new collaboration between Khan Academy and Microsoft to enhance educational tools through AI. The two companies are providing free access to AI-powered […]

AI Slide Generators: 4 Benefits for Teachers

Introduction In the ever-changing world of educational technology, AI slide generators can play a key role in transforming how instructional content is developed. AI slide generators are particularly valuable for their ability to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of lesson preparation and presentation, making them essential tools in contemporary classrooms.   Benefits of AI Slide […]

AI in Education: SlaySchool

SlaySchool: Another AI in Education Tool with Promise for Your Students AI in education has brought about many unique and useful tools. As we continue our look at worthy AI in education technologies, today we’ll take a deep dive into SlaySchool.  As educators, our goal is to engage students in the learning process effectively and […]

Collaborative Learning with Listium

Who doesn’t love making lists? With Listium, crafting and sharing lists becomes a breeze, transforming classroom activities into collaborative learning experiences. With its user-friendly interface and robust features, Listium is the ultimate companion for educators aiming to boost engagement and organization in their classrooms or collaborative learning centers.   A Collaborative Learning Tool That Empowers […]

Want More for Less? Compare Classwork.com to 6 Digital Classroom Tools

Want More for Less? Compare Classwork to 6 Digital Classroom Tools Classwork.com is one of the most feature-rich digital classroom tools available today. If you use Formative, Classkick, or Edulastic/Pear Deck, then we invite you to explore how Classwork’s versatility can save you time and money. When You Compare Digital Classroom Tools… Classwork.com stands out […]

ActiveLearningLabs.com – Free Simulation Platform

The era of passive learning is waning, slowly giving rise to a demand for something more engaging, more challenging. Today’s students seek not just information but experiences that spark curiosity and foster active participation.  In a world where attention spans have shrunk, the team at ActiveLearningLabs.com has a FREE interactive simulation platform for teachers who […]

Will Magic School AI Outlast the AI Gold Rush?

Many generative AI wrappers have popped up in the last 12 months of the AI Gold Rush. Flush with investor capital, there’s a new one every day. But how many of them will last past the AI Gold Rush? To last, you have to find a solid customer base. I think we can say Khanmigo […]

Classwork Activities: February is Black History Month

Classwork Activities: February is Black History Month   Each February, Black History Month offers us a dedicated time to honor the rich legacy and profound impact of African-Americans on the tapestry of American history. This month-long observance is not just a period of reflection; it’s a vibrant celebration of the contributions and achievements of the […]

Free Ed Tech: Classwork.com’s Digital Learning Platform

And here’s some great news for FreeTech4Teacher educators looking for free ed tech: Classwork.com is free again and we’re offering you a 60-Day Free Trial of Classwork.com Pro, too.    What is Classwork.com? Classwork.com is a digital learning platform. It’s powerful ed tech for creating digital activities from PDFs– or from scratch. With intuitive, nuanced […]

Classwork Schedule – Booth 2335 Demo Station at TCEA 2024

Sunday February 4th – Exhibit hall open from 1 – 5 pm 1:00 – 2:00: Come Meet the Classwork Team!  2:00 – 2:45: What’s New With Classwork – presented by Classwork Kate! 3:00 – 3:45: How I Use Classwork in my Classroom – presented by Tania Briceno from Crespo Elementary School! 4:00 – 4:30: SSO […]

AI Tutoring is Expensive; Sizzle is Free 

AI Tutoring is Powerful but Really Expensive!! AI tutoring is poised to be one of the most impactful and ethical uses of AI in education. Sizzle may be a cost-effective way for AI tutoring to reach every student. The well-heeled leader in the AI tutoring space is Khan Academy’s Khanmigo.  It’s a remarkable tool that […]

AI Chatbots: 3 Free LLMs That Transform Teaching

AI Chatbots: Free for the Foreseeable Future Since December 2022, we’ve seen a big shift in how we can teach, thanks to AI chatbots, also known as Large Language Models (LLMs). These are free tools that can transform teaching and learning so we’re all paying attention, right? You’re probably familiar with how these sophisticated systems, […]

Get Started with AI in Education Now: Here’s Why

Get Started with AI in Education Now: Here’s Why Sign Up for a Risk-free Trial of TeacherMade Today! Are You Ready to Dive Into AI in Education? Here Are The Terms You Need to Know First If you’re curious about how AI in Education is transforming learning environments or if you’ve been hesitating to explore […]

EduEase: A Free AI Quiz from Any PDF

Hey Educators, Check Out This Free AI Tool! We’ve all been there – drowning in paperwork, lesson plans, and the never-ending quest to make our classes more engaging. Then comes another buzzword – AI in education. But before you roll your eyes about another technology you don’t have time to explore, hear me out. Because […]

Whatever the Reason, Free Classwork Activities are Here for the Season!

Whatever the Reason, Free Classwork.com Activities are Here for the Season! There is so much to celebrate at this time of year– and with free Classwork.com activities, it’s easy to get in the spirit! There are so many teachable events– how snowflakes are formed, solstices vs. equinoxes, where Christmas comes from, why there are several […]

Thankful for Educators Everywhere

It’s Thanksgiving in the USA, a time when we ask ourselves what we’re thankful for. It may sound trite, but it’s heartfelt… we’re thankful for educators everywhere. Can you imagine where we’d be without you?? Every day you wage war against our lesser proclivities and, despite how it feels when you scroll through your news […]

Turning Text into Educational Videos with AI-Powered Tools

In this post, we’re looking at AI tools that let you turn text into videos. In some cases, it will even write the text for you! We all know that it’s challenging to keep students engaged in an increasingly digital world. Using videos more often is one way to capture their attention.    Exploring AI […]

10 of the Best AI Tools for Teachers in 2023

AI Tools for Teachers Appear Everyday – Try These In 2023, the landscape of educational technology transformed dramatically, especially with the rise of AI tools for teachers. From streamlining student feedback to creating interactive content tools, AI-powered platforms like Canva, Lumen 5, and Whimsical have become essential for educators. As classrooms increasingly integrate digital tools, […]

A Fun and SAFE Halloween

Halloween is just around the corner, and while it’s a time of spooky fun and sweet treats, it’s also essential to prioritize safety. Here are some top safety tips you can share with your students.     >>>>Why not turn these tips into a Kahoot game?– Let Richard Byrne show you how in his “Fun and […]

Some Free Halloween Activities from Classwork.com

It’s that scary time of year when your students are so excited about Halloween that it’s really hard to keep them focused. Each year at Classwork.com, our most popular activities– the ones that get shared thousands of times across schools and state lines– are the Halloween ones. Maybe trying to hold student attention is the […]

Video Lessons and Quizzes Using Twee.com

There’s a reason why there is so much hype around AI– it’s a huge time-saver for content generation. AI can be used to save you time while you prepare lessons, activities, and quizzes for your students. And right now, while so many of the AI tools are free, it’s a great time to play around, […]

The Power of AI in the Classroom: Generate Engaging Video Questions for Free!

The digital age has brought video and sounds into the classroom like never before. But, as we all know, passive watching and listening isn’t enough. We need to ensure our students actively engage and process the content. So, how do we do that without burning a hole in our pockets? Highly specialized tools like EdPuzzle […]

The Evolution of Collaborative Whiteboarding: A New Chapter sans Jamboard

Change is the only constant, and in the tech world, it’s more like a daily ritual. Today, we’re diving into some significant updates from the tech giant that’s always on its toes – Google. Jamboard’s Sunset 🌅 Google’s Jamboard, the beloved collaborative whiteboarding software, is gearing up for its final curtain call. The company has […]

Important Changes Coming to Third-Party App Access in Google Workspace for Education

As part of its ongoing commitment to enhancing security and the user experience, Google Workspace for Education is introducing highly restrictive changes within third-party app access and settings.  K12 teachers will no longer be able to freely connect the apps they want to use to their Google Classroom. Now their Google admin and/or others at […]

Harnessing the Power: Creating Images with Canva’s AI

In the ever-evolving world of design, Canva stands out as a versatile tool, offering a plethora of options for creating stunning visuals. However, its capabilities extend beyond mere templates and elements, delving into the realm of AI-powered image creation. This feature is a game-changer for those struggling to find the perfect image. Here’s a guide […]

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Tutoring for Learning Loss: Strategies to Regain Student Achievement Tutoring is one of the best strategies to employ when students fall behind. But how do you do it for large groups of students who have experienced learning loss due to the pandemic? We will walk you through strategies for structuring tutoring programs that work and […]

Teacher Burnout and How Administrators Can Help

Teacher Burnout and How Administrators Can Help Look at the news, and you’re bound to hear about “The Great Resignation.” This phenomenon is happening in education. How could it not? All the making of teacher burnout has been brewing over the last few years: overworked (check!), the stress in the workplace (check!), less respect (check!), […]

10 Ways to Use Classwork.com in Your School: Tips for Administrators

10 Tips for Administrators to Use Classwork.com in Your School Tips for Administrators Classwork.com is the premier tool for creating online worksheets and digital assignments and Tips for Administrators. Using our program is effortless. Start with the activity that you want to digitize. Upload it into the Classwork.com system. Then this assignment becomes the background […]

10 ways to use Classwork.com in the classroom

10 ways to use TeacherMade in the classroom Reclaim your nights and weekends TeacherMade is the all-in-one app that converts PDFs and other files into interactive digital activities. Thousands of teachers love TeacherMade because it saves them time doing tasks they already do in the classroom: creating assignments, copying assignments, collecting papers, and grading. Teachers […]

9 Ways School Administrators Can Support Co-Teaching

9 Ways School Administrators Can Support Co-Teaching What is Co-Teaching? Co-teaching is where two (or more) Teachers pair up to teach specific lessons, curriculum, or activities. There are essentially seven co-teaching models, often referred to as co-teaching strategies. One Teaching, One Observing: One Teacher gives the lesson to students while the other observes students formatively […]

Which online worksheet maker is best?

Which online worksheet maker is best? There have been so many new online worksheet makers flooding the market lately. It’s given teachers so many options. But how do you have time to wade through all of the choices out there? It can be time-consuming to learn and implement new software into your classroom routine. But […]

Lessons from Virtual Learning

Lessons from Virtual Learning: What can we use in our everyday classrooms? Teaching during a pandemic is like building the car as it drives down the highway. But there are hard and fast lessons that can come from pandemic teaching. Virtual learning is here to stay, and teachers can take the lessons from the COVID-19 […]

What are strategies to motivate students during distance learning?

What are strategies to motivate students during distance learning? Have you reached the point in your remote learning school year where motivation is waning? Often as educators, we need to steer our students towards motivation. We’ve rounded up a few tips from some of the awesome Teachers in the Classwork community. The best advice comes […]

More Meaningful Teacher Evaluations: Gather Evidence of Student Learning with Classwork

More Meaningful Teacher Evaluations: Gather Evidence of Student Learning with Classwork What makes Teacher evaluations productive and meaningful? The evaluation needs to focus on growth rather than scores. Reframe Teacher evaluations by using the right tools. Classwork focuses regular assessment in the classroom on meaningful feedback that produces valuable data. Teachers can use Classwork at […]

PDF to Online Worksheets: How to Use Adobe Scan in the Classroom

PDF to Online Worksheets: How to Use Adobe Scan to Create Interactive Worksheets Has it been on your to-do list for months to digitize your materials to do more online assignments online? The nagging feeling can happen when you have downtime at breaks, standing at the copy machine, or even just the time you spend […]

Troubleshoot hybrid and distance learning problems with these 9 tips

Troubleshoot Hybrid and distance learning problems with these 9 tips Now that school is back in session, Classwork is here to help with distance learning. We’ve talked with Teachers all over the country, so we know that distance learning is challenging. We’ve rounded up some tips that can work in any classroom at any age. […]

Ideas for Formative Assessment for Distance Learning

Ideas for Formative Assessment for Distance Learning 8 Tips for Exit Tickets that Work Online Formative assessment may feel challenging to do with distance learning, but it doesn’t have to be. There are plenty of quick and informal activities you can start doing today. We’ve rounded up a few ideas to get started with formative […]

Why Do Teachers Love It?

Teachers Love Classwork for Online Worksheets: Top 3 Reasons Why Classwork takes your static PDFs, Word documents, or image files and turns them into digital, interactive worksheets. They’re easy to make and more successful for your students. As a result, the best materials and teaching tools that you’ve curated over the years can now take […]

Using Classwork.com digital forms to test reading comprehension

Using Classwork’s digital forms to test reading comprehension Reading comprehension is one of the most important skills a student will learn in school. It can also be one of the most difficult. A Teacher’s superpower is taking a complicated skill and breaking it down to teach more effectively. We’ll walk you through the essential reading […]

TpT Easel vs Classwork.com: Which online worksheet maker is best?

TpT Easel vs Classwork: Which online worksheet maker is best? Less is more in the online classroom. Picking the online tools that work hardest for you and your students is important. We’ve rounded up the ways Classwork and TpT Easel compare. TpT Easel offers basic features that work for beginners. But online worksheets are here […]

Classwork vs. Liveworksheets

Classwork vs. Liveworksheets At Classwork, we have worked hard to create the most intuitive digital worksheet creator for Teachers.Classwork simplifies the process of converting your existing worksheets into online worksheets for your students. It’s simple to get started. We’re a little biased, and we think Classwork is your best bet. But take a moment and […]

What’s an alternative Worksheet Maker to Google Forms for Teachers?

What’s an alternative worksheet maker to Google Forms for Teachers? Google Forms is always the online worksheet maker that gets pushed at Teachers because it comes with Google Classroom. But it is not the only worksheet maker out there. Classwork is a great alternative to Google Forms worksheets. We’ve rounded up some reasons why Classwork […]

How to motivate students during hybrid and distance learning

How to motivate students during hybrid and distance learning Stop using grades as motivation. Instead, Connect virtual learning to intrinsic motivation. Intrinsic rewards come from internal motivation instead of external rewards like grades. Developing a culture of intrinsic motivation is the key to sustainable success in a virtual learning classroom.  Give autonomy to students while […]

If you find yourself switching to a hybrid teaching model, Classwork can help

Tools for Distance Learning: If you find yourself switching to a hybrid teaching model, Classwork can help If you find yourself suddenly reverting to hybrid or remote learning, don’t worry. There are tools out there that can help. We created Classwork as a way for Teachers to seamlessly switch into hybrid teaching. We developed a […]

Classwork.com recognized for awards for technology in the classroom

Classwork recognized for awards for technology in the classroom Tech & Learning Names Classwork one of the 2021 Best Tools for Back to School Tech & Learning gives Classwork the award for Best Tool for Back to School. The award recognizes tools that help educators in the learning environment while having “versatility, compatibility, value, and […]

Expert tips for classroom management for 2021

Expert Classroom Management Tips for 2021 The new school year is about to start, and the best way to get going on the right foot is to check in with your classroom management. It’s the perfect time to evaluate what worked and what processes in your classroom need to be reworked. Classroom management is the […]

How to make a PDF editable in Google Classroom

How to make a Fillable PDF in Google Classroom Over the years, Teachers collect effective resources that are invaluable in their classrooms. But as we adapt our classrooms with an increased emphasis on technology, it can be tough to bring the knowledge and resources we’ve acquired with us. Classwork has developed a new technology that […]

Math and Science Bellringer Ideas: 6 Bell Work Ideas and Tips

Math and Science Bellringer Ideas: 6 Bell Work Ideas and Tips Bellwork is essential for Teachers and classroom management. It functions as time for students to focus and review material. But bellwork also does a lot for Teachers as well. It gives Teachers time to take attendance, pass back work, and just collect their thoughts […]

What should educators know about the Texas STAAR test? New STAAR Item Types Explained

What should educators know about the Texas STAAR test? New STAAR Item Types Explained Does it feel like standardized tests are constantly changing? It can be hard to keep up as educators, and we want you to be prepped on the new STAAR Item Types and the upcoming changes to the STAAR testing program. We’ll […]

A Most Transformative Year

A Most Transformative Year All Was Fine Until It Wasn’tBefore the pandemic, I could teach students the difference between who and whom, but when it came to technology, I was completely lost. Thank goodness our school was using Synergy to record attendance and grades–that I knew how to do! As for posting and accepting assignments […]

6 Steps to Incorporate Authentic Assessment into Your Classroom

6 Steps to Incorporate Authentic Assessment into Your Classroom Assessment is one of the cornerstones of learning, along with instruction, practice, and application. Without assessment, we can’t measure how our instruction impacts our students. As remote learning redefines our definition of a classroom, we need to redesign assessments so we can understand the depth of […]

How can I use Classwork for formative assessment for my students?

How can I use Classwork for formative assessment for my students? The best formative assessments are frequent, relevant, and easy for teachers to evaluate student learning. We’ve taken the guesswork out of online formatives. Know where your students are with their understanding, effortlessly. Sign up today to try Classwork. SIGN UP NOW! Guide to Bell […]

Use Classwork for online quizzes, tests, and other assessments

Use Classwork for online quizzes, tests, and other assessments One of the biggest worries that educators face when adapting their classroom for digital learning is administering quizzes and tests. How do you recreate the testing conditions of the paper-based classroom? How do you make your quizzes look and feel the same to ease students’ worries? […]

How do I use Classwork.com for online bell work?

How do I use Classwork for online bell work? Bell work, bell ringers, and Question-of-the-Days need to be effortless because you’re making them each day for your students. There’s no need to forego the use of great classroom technology just because you have the materials in paper format. Classwork makes it easy to convert existing […]

What Are The Best EdTech Tools For The High School Math Class?

What are the Best EdTech Tools for the High School Math Class? Teaching Tools: What are the best teaching tools for educators? EdTech tools have become staples in today’s classrooms as teachers engage with a generation of truly tech-native students. As a high school teacher, it’s especially important for me to grab students’ attention and […]

How do I use Classwork.com for online assignments?

How do I use Classwork to create online assignments? Classwork makes it easy to convert your existing assignments into interactive, online assignments that your students can complete. You no longer have to choose between easy and using technology. Classwork makes it easy to do all of your assignments online. Try our free App today! SIGN […]

How Can Classwork.com Help Make Guided Practice That Benefits Students?

How Can Classwork Help Make Guided Practice That Benefits Students? SIGN UP NOW! It can be time-consuming to create guided practice. That’s what makes Classwork such a great tool. Classwork converts your traditional paper assignments into online interactive activities. It’s simple: Step 1: Upload your file. The file you upload becomes the background of your […]

How can I use Classwork as a homework app for my students?

How can I use Classwork as a homework app? Whether your students are working entirely at home or just doing their homework there, Classwork is a great homework app. That’s because students can’t forget to turn homework in or lose it on the bus! Best of all, you can use worksheets and homework assignments that […]

How do you use Classwork.com for daily student exit tickets?

How do you use Classwork for daily student exit tickets? Exit tickets are an excellent tool for formative assessment. But they are only effective if you use them regularly and can absorb the feedback for your teaching. Classwork has the answer for this. We’ve made it easy to have an online exit ticket in your […]

How do you use Classwork.com for Questions of the Day and other student check-ins?

How do you use Classwork.com for Questions of the Day and other student check-ins? A crucial part of the classroom is checking in every day with your students. It’s the way to check if students understand what they’ve learned, or to get to know them better. Now you can digitize activities like Questions of the […]

Best Extensions to Power Up Remote Teaching (Using Google Meet)

Best Google Meet Extensions to Power Up Remote Teaching Classwork is a teaching tool that works for remote teaching and in-person learning. It’s free and easy to use. It may feel like things are getting back to normal for schools, but experts warn that disruption is the new norm in education. From major weather events […]

The Worst of Times: How The Pandemic (and Classwork.com) Have Changed the Way I Teach Chemistry For The Better

The Worst of Times: How The Pandemic (and Classwork) Have Changed the Way I Teach Chemistry For The Better Let me first state that I am a “veteran” teacher who has not been a big adopter of educational apps in the classroom. When I first started teaching in the early 1990s there were still mimeograph […]

How To Make An Interactive Worksheet

How to Make Interactive Worksheets with Classwork What are Interactive Worksheets? Interactive worksheets, or “interactivities” as we like to call them, are made with educational apps that take your favorite PDF worksheets and convert them into engaging digital materials delivered online to your students. Interactive worksheets challenge students in ways plain old paper worksheets never […]

SAMR Model Explained: Substitute, Augment, Modify, and Redefine Activities Using Classwork

SAMR Model Explained: Substitute, Augment, Modify, and Redefine Activities Using Classwork Technology has shifted from a luxury to a need in the modern learning environment. Making the appropriate use of edtech has now become an important teaching skill. The SAMR model can help teachers with this. The SAMR model is a framework for evaluating instructional […]

Personalized Learning for Your Students: Aaron Daffern

Personalized Learning For Your Students: Aaron Daffern And Digital Worksheets Using Classwork.com It’s easy to think that personalized learning means a private Zoom session with the Teacher. But we all know it means so much more. In this article, veteran Educator and author Aaron Daffern helps us understand that truly effective digital worksheets and other […]

“I Use Classwork.com to Make Digital Worksheets for ALL of My Students”

“I Use Classwork to Make Digital Worksheets for ALL of My Students” Our Guest Blogger is a middle school ELA Teacher in Florida. Mary D. uses Classwork to create digital, interactive worksheets that she assigns online to keep all of her students on the same page. In her district, virtual learning is optionally available to […]

Using Google Meet to Power Virtual Learning

Using Google Meet to Power Virtual Learning How will classrooms look this fall? This year’s back-to-school season is difficult for so many reasons. With the pandemic on the rise in many communities, Teachers must ensure that they are equipped for whatever COVID-19 throws their way. For many, that means remote teaching and using videoconferencing to work with […]

Research-Based Guidelines For Evaluating Worksheets

Research-Based Guidelines For Evaluating Worksheets In this article I will show why worksheets, when designed effectively, are the most efficient way for the Teacher to influence and impact student learning in their classroom. Education tools that are essential to the classroom often support one of the three stages of the education cycle. Think of education […]

Interactive Worksheets From Paper? Compare Available Tools

Interactive Worksheets From Paper? Compare Available Online Tools There are lots of powerful online publishing tools available today. They are referred to by many names: courseware, digital curriculums, and the Adobe Creative Suite, to name a few. But almost none of them start with your tried-and-true papers stored in the filing cabinet. They all seek […]

Practice Worksheets Fit Brain-Friendly Teaching Strategies

Practice Worksheets Fit Brain-Friendly Teaching Strategies Practice worksheets are essential resources in the classroom and comprise one of the three components of the education cycle: Instruction – A teacher’s responsibility to convey information to students. Practice – The combined responsibility of students and teachers to put knowledge from instruction into practice. Assessment – A student’s […]

Why Practice Online With Digital Worksheets?

Why Practice Online With Digital Worksheets? Digital worksheets combine the best of two worlds. In the past, when students needed to practice and internalize the knowledge, skills, or abilities they just acquired in the classroom, teachers traditionally reached for paper worksheets or workbooks. Then, along came educational computer games such as Quia (now IXL) or […]

Must-Have Chrome Extensions For Online Teaching And Learning

Must-Have Chrome Extensions For Online Teaching And Learning If you’re online teaching in a Chromebook school, then you’re most likely using Google’s Chrome browser. Customizing Chrome with extensions is a very simple procedure that brings much more power and convenience to your browser. According to Wikipedia, a browser extension is “…a small software module for […]

Want Improved Worksheets? Up the Rigor and Pair With Active Learning

Want Improved Worksheets? Up the Rigor and Pair With Active Learning Can you believe it? Many curriculum directors want teachers to stop using worksheets. But don’t panic… it’s only one specific type of worksheet they dislike: drill-and-kill, e.g. 20 of the same multiplication problems to solve. Educators know that worksheets are essential to learning so […]

How to Zoom and Meet Like a Pro for Teachers

How to Zoom and Meet Like a Pro for Teachers Remote meetings, teaching, and learning are part of the new normal since the 2020 COVID pandemic changed our lives. Teachers, students, parents, and employees are using Zoom, Google Meet, Webex, Skype, Google Hangouts and other video conferencing apps. These products allow us to continue interacting, […]

The Best Online Collaboration Tools For Your Classroom

The Best Online Collaboration Tools For Your Classroom In today’s classrooms, digital tools can greatly enhance collaboration and communication among students. To encourage idea-sharing and active participation, consider assigning work through Chrome extension tools like Kami or InsertLearning. These tools facilitate seamless collaboration, allowing students to interact, annotate, and engage with the content more effectively. […]

Google Slides: Turn Paper Into Online Interactive Worksheets

How to Turn PDFs and Paper Worksheets into Google Slides There are many reasons to create interactive worksheets from PDFs: you’re going paperless, your students all have access to Chromebooks in the classroom, or your school is doing hybrid or virtual learning. There are many ways to make worksheets interactive.  Many tutorials will point you […]