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5 Free Evernote Features Every Educator Should Know

The CoolCatTeacher

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. Episode 896 of the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast features Dr. Frank Buck sharing 5 free Evernote tools teachers and school leaders can use to stay organized and boost productivity. A decade ago, I tried to break up with Evernotemore than once.

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The Growing Quishing Security Threat

EdTech Magazine

Cyberthreats impacted 82% of K12 schools in the past year and a half, with a high rate of attacks targeting human behavior among the reported approaches. In particular, phishing scams continue to threaten school cybersecurity, as noted in a Consortium for School Networking report. In addition to using deceptive links in emails, attackers are now trying to use QR codes to obtain personal credentials and other information.

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Is the Traditional Classroom Becoming Obsolete?

Ask a Tech Teacher

Something broke in American education these past years. Too many students don’t reach grade-level metrics and no one can agree on the cause. I went out to our international contributors for ideas. They had a lot, but this one I thought I’d cover first: Is the Traditional Classroom Becoming Obsolete? You might argue that the traditional classroom still plays an essential role in education, but the rapid growth of online and hybrid models suggests otherwise.

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News Roundup: What’s the Latest in Edtech and AI Right Now?

The CoolCatTeacher

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. There is so much news happening now. I'm personally finding some of the voices I follow to be useful. Their commentary on happenings assists me. I decided to return to a format I often used a decade ago. (Yes, my blog is almost 20 years old!

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Enhancing Higher Education with Generative AI: A Responsible Guide

Generative AI holds tremendous promise for all stakeholders in higher education. But guardrails are needed. Strong governance that empower instructors are at the core of a responsible approach to using generative AI in academia.

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New Tech Helps Schools Defend Against Student-Built Proxies

EdTech Magazine

Since the early days of internet access in K12 schools, there has been a need to protect students from inappropriate content with filtering and restricted access. Beyond redirecting their attention from games on their devices toward completing homework and projects, filters are often a requirement for federal funding, mandated by the Childrens Internet Protection Act.

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How One District Built Coherent Systems for Digital Equity

Digital Promise

Wichita Public Schools demonstrates whats possible when vision, strategy, and systems align to support digital equity

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Navigating How and When to Use Tech When Teaching Young Children

Ask a Tech Teacher

New America has a good overview on raising kids with tech: Navigating How and When to Use Tech When Teaching Young Children Take-Aways from Our Two-Part Series Focused On Tablets in Pre-K Through Third Grade Early childhood educators make thousands of decisions each day. Among them are decisions around technology use with their young learners, which are too often shaped by policies and pedagogies that lag behind the latest research and the abundance of available options.

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One District’s Approach to Successful AI Integration

Edsurge

Schools across the country are racing to integrate artificial intelligence into classrooms, but the real challenge isnt just adopting the technology its making sure it works for all students. Will AI be a tool for innovation or yet another factor widening educational gaps? As districts explore AIs potential, they must also confront critical questions about equity, algorithmic bias and access.

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How 4 districts use AI tools to transform education

eSchool News

Key points: School districts turn to AI to improve personalized education for students With AI coaching, a math platform helps students tackle tough concepts 5 practical ways to integrate AI into high school science For more news on AI in education, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Simply put, AI can do a lot–it can personalize learning, help students expand on ideas for assignments, and reduce time spent on administrative tasks, freeing up educators to spend more time on instruction

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What You Might Have Missed in April–What’s up in May

Ask a Tech Teacher

Here are the most-read posts for the past month: National Library WeekResources, Links, Ideas 17 K-8 Digital Citizenship Topics April is Financial Literacy Month 15 Best Technology Careers for the Future in 2025 Basics in Every Lesson Plan Join me to launch my Indie Book Easter Classroom Resources Great App to Teach Spelling Summer STEM at USNA Earth Day Class Activities Here’s a preview of what’s coming up: May is Homeschooling Awareness Month Online Resources for Screenshots, Scree

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Enhancing School Device Management for Improved Learning

Schools face increasing challenges as technology becomes integral to education. Efficient device management is essential for maximizing technology use and safeguarding investments. Our article discusses the importance of tracking devices, outlines current challenges, and suggests modern solutions that go beyond traditional methods like Excel. Learn how advanced tracking systems can streamline operations, improve maintenance, and offer real-time updates for better resource allocation.

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Essay challenge: ChatGPT vs students

ScienceDaily (EdTech section)

Researchers have been putting ChatGPT essays to the test against real students. A new study reveals that the AI generated essays don't yet live up to the efforts of real students. While the AI essays were found to be impressively coherent and grammatically sound, they fell short in one crucial area -- they lacked a personal touch. It is hoped that the findings could help educators spot cheating in schools, colleges and universities worldwide by recognizing machine-generated essays.

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Capitalize on Blended Funding and Critical Funding Periods

EdTech Magazine

With Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) funding gone and continued uncertainty about what federal funding will look like going forward, K12 IT leaders may feel stuck in a holding pattern. But while its too soon to tell how federal funding will evolve, schools dont have to wait passively. There are actions they can take to support their tech investments in the meantime.

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Is Text Data? Taking on Data Literacy in English Class

Digital Promise

The post Is Text Data? Taking on Data Literacy in English Class appeared first on Digital Promise.

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‘Too many apps for that’ in schools

eSchool News

Key points: Students and parents often have a fragmented digital experience For more news on digital tools, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub A “patchwork of apps” in schools often leads to app fatigue, frustrating parents and educators who have to use multiple apps weekly, or even daily, according to new research from Cornerstone Communications, LTD. and Edsby.

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Quickly Create Personalized Learning Experiences that Work

How can we actively engage learners 24/7, on their level and according to their interests, while respecting their learning styles? It’s not impossible. In this guide: Explore how to transform traditional, one-way videos into two-way interactive learning experiences Understand different types of artificial intelligence (AI), including - Generative vs.

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Dystopian Fiction to Stretch Students’ Minds

MiddleWeb

Teaching dystopian literature offers students a meaningful way to engage with literature while developing critical thinking and analytical skills. Kasey Short shares discussion questions, activities, and dystopian novels and short story titles to capture students attention. The post Dystopian Fiction to Stretch Students Minds first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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The Evolving Landscape of CTE

Edsurge

Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs are evolving, becoming more deeply integrated into mainstream high school curricula. Alongside this transition is an expanded perspective on career exploration, and a stronger emphasis on student agency and well-being. In this first episode of a new series, The Idea Spark podcast, host Carl Hooker speaks with Elyse Monahan, a former CTE educator and current National Product Sales Specialist at Pearson.

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Study Finds Virtual Reality Improves Students’ Knowledge Retention and Motivation

American Consortium for Equity in Education

Chicago, (April 28, 2025) Using virtual reality (VR) in the classroom can lead to significant increases in knowledge retention and motivation among students, according to new international research. A study involving more than 300 students from vulnerable communities in Keep Reading Study Finds Virtual Reality Improves Students Knowledge Retention and Motivation The post Study Finds Virtual Reality Improves Students Knowledge Retention and Motivation appeared first on American Consortium for Eq

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Pathways to Success: A Learner-Centered Toolkit for Building Inclusive Learning and Employment Solutions

Digital Promise

The post Pathways to Success: A Learner-Centered Toolkit for Building Inclusive Learning and Employment Solutions appeared first on Digital Promise.

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Can Brain Science Actually Help Make Your Training & Teaching Stick?

Speaker: Andrew Cohen, Founder & CEO of Brainscape

The instructor’s PPT slides are brilliant. You’ve splurged on the expensive interactive courseware. Student engagement is stellar. So… why are half of your students still forgetting everything they learned in just a matter of weeks? It's likely a matter of cognitive science! With so much material to "teach" these days, we often forget to incorporate key proven principles into our curricula — namely active recall, metacognition, spaced repetition, and interleaving practice.

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New Survey Reveals Teachers’ Concerns About College and Career Readiness Among Students

eSchool News

Teachers are not very optimistic about their students preparedness for the future, regardless of whether their students are going to college or directly into the workforce, according to new research from the Walton Family Foundation and Gallup. Only 21% of high school educators believe their college-bound students are very prepared for success, and even fewer just 10% say the same about students planning to enter the workforce immediately after high school.

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Breaking Down Silos, Optimizing Technology, and Empowering Student Success: Insights from Our Webinar

Lightspeed Systems

Hello everyone, Amy Bennett here, Chief of Staff at Lightspeed. I had the pleasure of moderating todays insightful webinar with district leaders, where we dove into some of the biggest challenges facing education today. From breaking down departmental silos to leveraging technology for informed decision-making, the conversation was filled with real-world strategies and valuable takeaways.

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AI or human writing: how teachers detect AI misuse

PlagiarismCheck

Is it possible to check for AI or human writing, and are there any risks in using AI tools for help with assignments? The short answer is yes, as any educational institution now implements an AI essay checker to detect AI misuse and catch academic cheating. How and why do they do it, and what are the ways to prevent AI abuse accusations? Why teachers check for AI Originality and authenticity are the crucial requirements for any assignment.

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Knowledge Avatars: Transformative Education For Teachers and Students

Knowledge Avatars K-12

Knowledge Avatars: Transformative Education For Teachers and Students Emiliano De La Mon, 04/28/2025 - 15:31 Knowledge Avatars (KAs) are revolutionizing classrooms by enhancing teaching effectiveness and deepening student learning. Heres how were implementing this dynamic tool across several schools. For Teachers: Personalized Teaching Assistant Knowledge Avatar bots are customizable, allowing teachers to upload tests, notes, videos, rubrics, and other resources.

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Behind the Bell: The Underlying Impact of Tardiness in K-12 Schools

Managing a K-12 campus with constant pressure to meet performance metrics is challenging. And tardiness can significantly limit a school from reaching these goals. Learn more about why chronic lateness matters, and key strategies to address the following impacts: Data errors caused by manual processes Low attendance and graduation rates that affect a school’s reputation Classroom disruption, which leads to poor academic performance High staff attrition and “The Teacher Exodus” Unmet LCAP goals t

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A Regional Approach to Innovation: What Leaders Learned from Pittsburgh

Digital Promise

At the League of Innovative Schools Spring 2025 Convening, leaders gained insights from schools in 13 districts across Pittsburgh.

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A new kind of high school diploma trades chemistry for carpentry

eSchool News

This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters. This story about Alabama graduation requirements was produced by The Hechinger Report , a nonprofit, independent news organization focused on inequality and innovation in education. Sign up for the Hechinger newsletter. In a corner of Huffman High School, the sounds of popping nail guns and whirring table saws fill the architecture and construction classroom.

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How VC3 Is Advancing Video Coaching for Teacher Learning (via ET Magazine)

Edthena

In the news In a recent article from ET Magazine , Edthena’s VC3 platform was highlighted as the next evolution in video coaching, designed to elevate teacher learning through deeper collaboration and smart, time-saving tools. According to the article, drawing on more than a decade of innovation, VC3 combines asynchronous video-based coaching with new layers of AI-driven insight.

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STEM Careers Coalition by Discovery Education Named Best Education Initiative

American Consortium for Equity in Education

Charlotte, NC (Friday, April 25, 2025) The STEM Careers Coalition by Discovery Education has received Silver for the Best Education Initiative category from the 2025 Halo Awards. The Halo Awards by Engage for Good honor programs that deliver measurable Keep Reading STEM Careers Coalition by Discovery Education Named Best Education Initiative The post STEM Careers Coalition by Discovery Education Named Best Education Initiative appeared first on American Consortium for Equity in Education.

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Reimagining Chickering & Gamson's Principles Post-Pandemic: Technology's Central Role in Modern Edu

This white paper examines and proposes revisions to the "Seven Principles for Good Practice in Undergraduate Education" introduced by Arthur Chickering and Zelda Gamson in 1987 for today's technology-driven world.

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Device Swapping in Schools and What To Do About It

Lightspeed Systems

In the hustle and chaos of a typical school day, students swap and share devices like theyre trading baseball cards. Forgot your Chromebook at home? No problem just borrow a buddys. Device acting up during a quiz? Grab a loaner from the cart. Seems harmless, right? Not so fast. The Real Issue with Device Swapping When students swap devices, it blows up the very foundation of device management and student accountability.

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How To Play The ‘Count To Ten’ Team-Building Game

TeachThought - Learn better.

Understanding how to play the 'count to 10' team-building game is about rules, timing, and sequence. Engaged students pick it up quickly.

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How will AI impact students’ biggest challenges?

eSchool News

Key points: Educators see the greatest potential for AI in language translation and career readiness 5 AI tools for classroom creativity With AI coaching, a math platform helps students tackle tough concepts For more news on AI in education, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub AI is becoming increasingly integrated into the classroom, but according to a new report, most educators across K-12 and higher education around the world don’t believe AI is the answer to the biggest challenges t

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The New York State Council of School Superintendents and Discovery Education Partner to Announce Excellence in Leadership Award Winners

ET Magazine

The New York State Council of School Superintendents (NYSCOSS) in partnership with Discovery Education , the creator of essential K-12 learningsolutions used in classrooms around the world,have announced first ever NYSCOSS Excellence in Leadership Awards. The NYSCOSS Excellence in Leadership Awards honor school superintendents who embody the spirit of excellence in one of four categoriesInnovative Leadership, Community Improvement, District Growth, and Positive School Culture.

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The Battle of the Authoring Tools: A 10-Point Comparison for Picking the Right One

Speaker: Chris Paxton McMillin, President of D3 Training Solutions

There are plenty of great authoring tools for developing eLearning, but the one you select could directly impact your course's outcomes. Depending upon your learners’ needs and your organization’s performance goals, you could be overlooking considerations that impact the both effectiveness of your courses and how long it takes to finish them. From general capabilities to specific workflow structures, some aspects are critical when it comes to learning objectives and deadlines.