The Digital Classroom

Ideas, research, and instructional insights for better teaching and learning.

Explore practical strategies, emerging trends, and expert perspectives on curriculum, assessment, instructional technology, AI, student learning, and the daily classroom data that helps educators know what’s working—and where support is needed.

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TX HB 1605

HB 1605: 12 Takeaways for Teachers, Parents, and District Leaders Who wants to read HB 1605 that is 50+ pages of legislative text covering more than 55 sections of the Texas Education Code? We do! And we’ve condensed all those details into this concise, user-friendly summary of House Bill 1605—passed by the 88th Texas Legislature (2023). Sponsored by Rep. Brad Buckley (House) and Sen. Brandon Creighton (Senate), HB 1605 revises how teachers, parents, district leaders,

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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 time consuming. 10 Problems Educators Encounter When Digitizing HQIM Converting static or paper-based HQIM like Eureka Math’s into digital interactives

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AI Is For Educators

AI can make adults more productive, but children still need to build the knowledge and habits that make independent thought possible. Classwork.com keeps generative AI in educators’ hands while students do the reading, writing, reasoning, and problem-solving.

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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 “A Nation At Risk.” Our series on HQIM also looks at: The origins of the HQIM movement How certain states

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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 here now. So how do teachers learn to incorporate AI into their classrooms? By consulting with experts, of course! We

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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 for addressing individual student needs and for closing achievement gaps and improving the overall educational environment. This model is structured

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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 as the best in class digital classroom tool because of its auto-grading, versatility, ease of use– and affordability. Classwork.com does

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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 African-American community.   A Brief History of Black History Month Black History Month originated from “Negro History Week,” established in

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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 with Classlink and Clever – presented by Classwork Matt!   Monday February 5th – Exhibit hall open from 9 –

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Better Instruction Starts With Better Information

The classroom generates evidence of learning every day. The challenge is turning that evidence into something educators can act on.

The Digital Classroom explores the ideas, research, technology, and instructional practices shaping K–12 education—from curriculum implementation and formative assessment to AI, student engagement, instructional leadership, and data-informed teaching.

We look beyond technology for technology’s sake. Our focus is how educators can use the right tools and the right evidence to strengthen instruction, respond to student needs, and improve learning.

Classwork.com helps connect that same instructional cycle—turning everyday student work into timely instructional insights for teachers, campuses, and district leaders.

What is a digital classroom?
A digital classroom uses technology to support instruction, assessment, student practice, communication, and access to learning resources. The strongest digital classrooms use technology to improve teaching and learning—not simply replace paper with screens.

How can teachers use student data to improve instruction?
Teachers can use formative assessment and daily student work to identify misconceptions, group students for reteaching, provide enrichment, and adjust instruction while learning is still happening.

What is instructional intelligence in K–12 education?
Instructional intelligence is the ability to turn evidence from everyday teaching and student work into useful information about curriculum implementation, student understanding, instructional needs, and progress over time.

How is AI being used in K–12 classrooms?
AI can help educators create instructional materials, align content to standards, analyze student work, support grading, and identify learning patterns. Effective use keeps educators responsible for instructional decisions and student learning.

How does Classwork.com support formative assessment?
Classwork.com turns everyday assignments and assessments into actionable instructional data through autograding, standards alignment, reporting, and tools that help educators identify student needs quickly.