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Introducing Hāpara Highlights Chat
We’re excited to introduce Hāpara Highlights Chat! Explore our two-way messaging feature that helps you manage the digital classroom and communicate with learners.
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Transforming learning at Tāmaki College with Hāpara
Explore how Tāmaki College in New Zealand is transforming learning with Hāpara tools, promoting equitable education and empowering educators.
April 2025 product update: Get ready for teacher screen sharing in Hāpara Highlights
Get ready for teacher screen sharing, our upcoming classroom management feature! Explore how it will simplify instruction and make learning more engaging.
How Appleton Area School District uses Hāpara for real-time learning visibility
Discover how Appleton Area School District in Wisconsin uses Hāpara for real-time learning visibility to boost student accountability, track progress and personalize learning.
Three Google Chrome management settings to optimize Hāpara and Chromebooks
Discover how to optimize Google Chromebooks with three Chrome settings. Boost security and get the most out of Hāpara!
March 2025 product update: A look behind the scenes
In this March 2025 Hāpara update, get a look behind the scenes of product development, from feedback to design to releasing new features.
Five benefits and challenges of classroom technology
Discover the benefits and challenges of classroom technology, from boosting engagement to tools that help educators overcome obstacles.
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Four principal communication tips using the R.I.C.E. method
Use Del Ender's R.I.C.E. method instructional leadership tips to redesign teaching and learning during COVID-19 in 2021 and beyond.
Why you should teach students the skill of digital curation
Curation is a skill that students may gravitate towards naturally. For research and reading, though, digital curation is a skill that needs to be taught.
Post pandemic, what’s next for edtech?
Amy Mayer and Dr. Racheal Burden have been in the trenches of the pandemic helping schools across the United States figure out how to effectively implement technology and ensure continuity of learning. Check out our discussion on what we’ve learned from the pandemic and the future of education and technology.
A new and improved Hāpara Highlights is here!
While there are some minor visual updates to the new Highlights, overall it will look and function just like the Highlights you’re already using.
A K-12 web filter that paves the trail to real learning
Digital tools for learning, including K-12 web filters, should focus on teachers and students. Deledao ActiveScan, presented by Hāpara is teacher and student-centered.
Learning management system migration is easier than you think
Schools shouldn't stay married to a learning management system not designed for K-12 students. It’s easy to make the switch to one that supports learners.
How to use an LMS to support students with ADHD and developmental challenges
Educational Therapist Ezra Werb discusses how an LMS helps students with ADHD, learning and developmental challenges.
Instructional leadership tips for COVID-19 and beyond (R.I.C.E. method)
Use Del Ender's R.I.C.E. method instructional leadership tips to redesign teaching and learning during COVID-19 in 2021 and beyond.
Leadership in unprecedented times
Eric Sheninger will dissect the competencies and practices that leaders need to model in order to usher in a reimagined educational experience regardless of the challenges faced.
How much screen time should students have?
It's time to think twice about assuming all screen time is harmful. How much screen time should students have? We dive into recommendations for K-12 learners.
Why instructional decision-makers should care about Chromebook monitoring tools
When selecting a Chromebook monitoring tool, there are actually more instructional decisions than you realize.
Strategies to prepare for face-to-face instruction
Whether or not you have a return date for face-to-face instruction, there are strategies you can use right now to help prepare for a successful transition.
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