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Homeroom: Breaking LEA Silos

April 22, 2024
In the education field, silos can often hinder collaboration, growth and professional development opportunities. In this episode of UEN Homeroom chat with experts from UEN and beyond who have successfully navigated and overcome...
UALC eMedia Hub

April 9, 2024
The new Utah Academic Library Consortium hub on eMedia provides Utah educators with easy access to Pressbooks from universities across the state. Create, adapt, and share accessible, interactive, web-first books for your students.
Teacher Tip: Fighting Mis, Dis and Mal Information

April 9, 2024
In our digital age, equipping students with information literacy is key to their future success. This article provides a quick guide to help you empower your students to navigate the complex information landscape, preparing them...
Homeroom: Educators in the Legislative Process

April 4, 2024
Delve into the connection between education and legislation in Utah. Get ready to gain a deeper understanding of the mechanisms that shape educational policies and practices in our state!
PDTV: The Benefits of Open Educational Resources

March 28, 2024
Explore the innovative use of Open Educational Resources (OER) in higher education on this episode of UEN's PDTV. Visit Utah State University and Weber State University, where a professor and librarian utilize Pressbooks to...
Revolutionize Elementary Math

March 27, 2024
Nearpod is a must-have tool for elementary math education! Learn how to turn lessons into engaging and accessible experiences that captivate young learners with this UEN Teacher Tip.
Homeroom: Portrait of a Graduate (POG) and Personalized, Competency-Based Learning (PCBL)

March 14, 2024
Explore how Utah's Portrait of a Graduate defines the skills and competencies students need for the future and how a Personalized, Competency-Based Learning (PCBL) approach helps students master these competencies. 
Homeroom: Digital Teaching and Learning (DTL)

February 29, 2024
Join hosts Dani and Matt on this episode of UEN Homeroom as they explore the Digital Teaching and Learning (DTL) grants given to Utah schools to support technology purchases. 
Tumbleweeds Kids Film Competition

February 27, 2024
Last call for submissions for the 2nd annual Tumbleweeds Kids Film Competition for 2024! If you're a student in grades K-8 and have a passion for storytelling through film, this is your chance to shine.
Teacher Tip: Using Nearpod's Draw-It Tool for Formative Assessment

February 27, 2024
Want to improve formative assessments in your classroom? Learn how Nearpod’s “Draw-It” tool can elevate your assessments by encouraging student creativity and providing valuable insights into their learning...
2023 Utah School Technology Report

February 20, 2024
Utah Education Network and Connected Nation Release the 2023 Utah School Technology Report. New report emphasizes why technology is a critical tool in all Utah public and charter schools.
2024 Utah NAME Conference

February 20, 2024
Join the Utah Chapter of the National Association of Multicultural Education for their annual conference, this year’s theme is "Igniting the Power Within: Nurturing Unity and Compassion in Education."
PDTV: Leading Schools

February 15, 2024
Host Katie Blunt travels to Orangeville, Utah to visit principal John Hughes of Cottonwood Elementary to discuss how his experiences at the UEN Leading Schools Conference have provided him with ideas to support his staff,...
Secondary ELA eMedia Hub

February 13, 2024
Are you looking for high-quality resources aligned to the Utah Secondary English Language Arts standards? Explore the eMedia Secondary ELA Hub today!
Digital Learning Day

February 13, 2024
Celebrate Digital Learning Day (2/15), by checking out some of Utah's innovative educators who are successfully integrating technology in their classrooms on UEN's PDTV.