# Teacher's Connection Blog

## Our Recent  Blogs

##### [Schoology Simplified: Turning Everyday LMS Tasks Into Better Teaching](https://edtechsolutions.com/blog/schoology-simplified-turning-everyday-lms-tasks-into-better-teaching/ "Schoology Simplified: Turning Everyday LMS Tasks Into Better Teaching")

##### [Press Pause on Passive Learning: Using Edpuzzle to Turn Videos Into Thinking Moments](https://edtechsolutions.com/blog/press-pause-on-passive-learning-using-edpuzzle-to-turn-videos-into-thinking-moments/ "Press Pause on Passive Learning: Using Edpuzzle to Turn Videos Into Thinking Moments")

##### [From Pretty Slides to Powerful Learning: Using Canva the Right Way in Your Classroom](https://edtechsolutions.com/blog/from-pretty-slides-to-powerful-learning-using-canva-the-right-way-in-your-classroom/ "From Pretty Slides to Powerful Learning: Using Canva the Right Way in Your Classroom")

##### [Beyond the Workbook: Making VHL Central Work in Real Language Classrooms](https://edtechsolutions.com/blog/beyond-the-workbook-making-vhl-central-work-in-real-language-classrooms/ "Beyond the Workbook: Making VHL Central Work in Real Language Classrooms")

##### [Beyond the Slides: Using Nearpod With Purpose in Everyday Teaching](https://edtechsolutions.com/blog/beyond-the-slides-using-nearpod-with-purpose-in-everyday-teaching/ "Beyond the Slides: Using Nearpod With Purpose in Everyday Teaching")

##### [When a Quiz Becomes a Conversation: Using Quizizz as a Feedback Tool for Real Learning](https://edtechsolutions.com/blog/when-a-quiz-becomes-a-conversation-using-quizizz-as-a-feedback-tool-for-real-learning/ "When a Quiz Becomes a Conversation: Using Quizizz as a Feedback Tool for Real Learning")

##### [More Than a Turn-In Folder: Turning Google Classroom Into a Space for Real Learning](https://edtechsolutions.com/blog/more-than-a-turn-in-folder-turning-google-classroom-into-a-space-for-real-learning/ "More Than a Turn-In Folder: Turning Google Classroom Into a Space for Real Learning")

##### [Making Social Studies and Science Come Alive: A Practical Guide to Using TCI Online Well](https://edtechsolutions.com/blog/tci-online-practical-ways-to-use-it-for-teaching-and-learning/ "Making Social Studies and Science Come Alive: A Practical Guide to Using TCI Online Well")

##### [When Learning Needs a Passport: Making Carnegie Passport Work in Real Classrooms](https://edtechsolutions.com/blog/carnegie-passport-practical-ways-to-use-it-for-education/ "When Learning Needs a Passport: Making Carnegie Passport Work in Real Classrooms")

##### [BFW Achieve: Practical Ways to Use It for Teaching and Learning](https://edtechsolutions.com/blog/bfw-achieve-practical-ways-to-use-it-for-teaching-and-learning/ "BFW Achieve: Practical Ways to Use It for Teaching and Learning")

##### [Savvas Realize Tips: Making It Work for Real Teaching and Real Learning](https://edtechsolutions.com/blog/digital-learning/savvas-realize-tips-making-it-work-for-real-teaching-and-real-learning/ "Savvas Realize Tips: Making It Work for Real Teaching and Real Learning")

##### [Cengage MindTap Tips: How to Use It Effectively for Learning and Teaching](https://edtechsolutions.com/blog/cengage-mindtap-tips-how-to-use-it-effectively-for-learning-and-teaching/ "Cengage MindTap Tips: How to Use It Effectively for Learning and Teaching")

## Missed a Month? Browse our Past Newsletters!

##### [April 2026 Newsletter – ALEKS Deep Dive Part 1](https://edtechsolutions.com/newsletter/april-2026-newsletter-aleks-deep-dive-part-1/ "April 2026 Newsletter – ALEKS Deep Dive Part 1")

##### [March 2026 Newsletter – Cengage NGLSync Deep Dive](https://edtechsolutions.com/newsletter/march-2026-newsletter-cengage-nglsync-deep-dive/ "March 2026 Newsletter – Cengage NGLSync Deep Dive")

##### [February Newsletter – VHL Central Deep Dive](https://edtechsolutions.com/newsletter/february-newsletter-vhl-central-deep-dive/ "February Newsletter – VHL Central Deep Dive")

##### [January 2026 Newsletter – Wayside Learning Site Deep Dive](https://edtechsolutions.com/newsletter/january-2026-newsletter-wayside-learning-site-deep-dive/ "January 2026 Newsletter – Wayside Learning Site Deep Dive")

##### [November 2025 Newsletter – Sadlier Connect Deep Dive](https://edtechsolutions.com/newsletter/november-2025-newsletter-saddlier-connect-deep-dive/ "November 2025 Newsletter – Sadlier Connect Deep Dive")

##### [April 2025 Newsletter –  IXL Deep Dive](https://edtechsolutions.com/newsletter/april-2025-newsletter-ixl-deep-dive/ "April 2025 Newsletter –  IXL Deep Dive")

##### [March 2025 Newsletter –  IXL Deep Dive](https://edtechsolutions.com/newsletter/march-2025-newsletter-ixl-deep-dive/ "March 2025 Newsletter –  IXL Deep Dive")

##### [February 2025 Newsletter –  IXL Deep Dive](https://edtechsolutions.com/newsletter/february-2025-newsletter-ixl-deep-dive/ "February 2025 Newsletter –  IXL Deep Dive")

##### [January 2025 Newsletter –  IXL Deep Dive](https://edtechsolutions.com/newsletter/january-2025-newsletter-ixl-deep-dive/ "January 2025 Newsletter –  IXL Deep Dive")