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Why is zoom learning so tiring, and what can we do to fix it?

Have you ever noticed that you feel more tired after a day of zoom calls than you ever did in the office? Well, it turns out that it’s not just you. Recently research has show that it actually can be more tiring to spend all day staring at screens in your pjs than it is … Continue reading →

Thanksgiving through the years (infographic)

While thanksgiving may look a little differnt this year, we hope you enjoy a healthy and safe holiday! Continue reading →

Ed Tech Tools to help beat the COVID Slide

Last week we talked about the impact that COVID- 19 has had on education this year. As renaissance reported, students seem to be performing well in reading, but are really starting to fall behind in math. What can we do to help students stay on track and improve learning outcomes while they learn virtually? Reading … Continue reading →

How Has the COVID Slide Impacted Students?

Before school even started, educators and experts across the education industry were concerned about “the COVID slide”. Much like the summer slide, the COVID slide refers to a loss of knowledge or struggle to meet benchmark metrics that many students may face after difficulties with zoom learning and connectivity issues. The subjects that were the … Continue reading →

Celebrate STEAM/STEM Day

November 8 is international STEAM/STEM day. While this year celebrations will have to look a little different, there are still plenty of ways to join in on the fun. Here are some of our favorite ideas for how to get involved. Get creative Whether it is coding, art, an experiment, or finding a new way … Continue reading →

7 key ingredients for self care during online learning (Infographic)

Social distancing and online learning is a lot to manage for students, parents, and teachers alike. While there isn’t a magic potion to prevent tough times, there are plenty of things you can do to help get through them. Continue reading →

Want to start podcasting? Here’s how we did it.

We started a podcast. Here is how we did it, and how schools can too: Start with your passion Here at the Douglas Stewart Company, there is nothing we love more than education trends and topics, and a chance to connect with our partners. So, we started a podcast where we get together with the … Continue reading →

Pro Tips for Virtual Event Success

With in person events being cancelled until at least the start of 2021, many organizations have been turning to virtual events in order to still interact with their audience and share meaningful connection. In July we hosted our own virtual event, and here are the top 4 lessons we learned: Continue reading →

3 Common Cyber Security Issues for Virtual Learning (and how to prevent them)

With Virtual learning and online resources being a vital part of learning in 2020, Cyber security and good internet hygiene have never been more important. From zoom bombing to keeping student’s safe on the internet, here are 3 common cybersecurity and internet safety issues and what you can do to prevent them. Continue reading →

How can SEL support students in today’s classrooms?

Social emotional learning (SEL) is vital for students. Now more than ever it is important that SEL is a focus, as students are adjusting to changing classroom set ups, expectations, and challenges. While learners may not be able to socialize with their peers and teachers face to face, it is still vital that they are … Continue reading →