Ask a Tech Teacher
APRIL 4, 2025
Education is no longer contained within classroom walls or the physical site of a school building. Learning isn’t confined to the eight hours between the school bells chimes or the struggling budget of an underfunded program. Today, education can be found anywhere, by teaming up with students in Kenya or Skyping with an author in Sweden or chatting with an astrophysicist on the International Space Station.
EdTech Magazine
APRIL 4, 2025
Theres no doubt that artificial intelligence specifically, generative artificial intelligence has the capability to radically reshape the education landscape. Yet, even as many schools begin to implement the technology into administrative and teaching workflows, teach it to students and encourage users to explore its possibilities, still other schools aim to block it entirely.
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ViewSonic Education
MARCH 31, 2025
Interactive presentations aren’t just a nice-to-havethey should be your go-to approach in the classroom. Lets be honest: nobody gets excited about sitting through a dry, teacher-centered lecture. Your students definitely dont. But flip the script and make things interactive, and suddenly, theyre paying attention, asking questions, and actually enjoying the lesson.
The CoolCatTeacher
APRIL 5, 2025
From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter This week, there continues to be news about AI. ChatGPT and some other tools are giving themselves away to college students. Notebook LM has rolled out new features making it a more popular tool for studying finals than probably anything else (we talked about this last week as well.
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.
Ditch That Textbook
APRIL 3, 2025
AI is rapidly emerging as a powerful tool to support educators in new and exciting ways. Imagine having an intelligent partner in the classroom, one that can personalize learning, offer instant insights, and free up your time to focus on what matters most: connecting with your students.This isn't about replacing teachers; it's about augmenting their abilities […] The post 10 ways to co-teach with AI appeared first on Ditch That Textbook.
Edsurge
APRIL 3, 2025
As designers drew up plans to revitalize the visual arts complex at California State University, Fullerton, they hoped to create a space that would encourage students to stay on campus as much as possible. Many of Fullertons students commute to campus from home. That means they need comfortable places to do homework, meet with professors or talk to classmates.
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EdTech Magazine
APRIL 3, 2025
One of the strongest arguments for improved cybersecurity protections in an organization is its not if, its when, meaning that the digital ecosystem will inevitably come under attack at some point. Eric Muckensturm, IT strategy manager for cybersecurity the Learning Technology Center in Illinois, said thats not strong enough. As Im speaking these words, every single one of you is under attack.
Hapara
APRIL 7, 2025
Listen to an audio version of this post: [link] At Hpara, Hipi and the team are always listening to your input and innovating to better support schools and districts like yours. Thats why were so excited to tell you about our latest feature coming to our classroom management tool, Hpara Highlights. Get ready for teacher screen sharing, a powerful new feature that will make digital lessons more interactive and engaging than ever before.
Ditch That Textbook
APRIL 3, 2025
This post is written by Joe Schmidt and Glenn Wiebe authors of The Social Studies FIELD Guide.Joe is the founder of Joe Schmidt Social Studies LLC where he provides support and professional development to educators and districts across Maine and the country. He is also a co-author of the 2022 book Civil Discourse: Classroom Conversations […] The post Ditch the lecture, dig into learning: Level up your Social Studies classroom with the FIELD Guide appeared first on Ditch That Textbook.
Edsurge
APRIL 7, 2025
Its been a little over a year since Tram Gonzalez opened Color Wings Preschool in her home in Portland, Oregon. Of the 15 children enrolled in her program, 10 attend for free, covered in full by Multnomah Countys Preschool for All initiative, which was passed by Portland voters in November 2020 to create universal free preschool for all 3- and 4-year-olds who want it.
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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.
eSchool News
APRIL 4, 2025
This post on CTE and career readiness originally appeared on iCEV’s blog , and is republished here with permission. For students to be truly prepared for their futures, they need academic knowledge, technical expertise, and workforce skills that translate directly into the workplace. As a career and technical education (CTE) instructor, I see firsthand how career-focused education provides students with the tools to transition smoothly from high school to college and careers.
EdTech Magazine
APRIL 2, 2025
Think about how often you use your cellphone. Maybe youre using it right now to read this article. Cellphone bans in the K12 classroom can complicate teachers roles, especially if the entities putting these restrictions in place dont consider how they work in practice. But are they the right move for student well-being and engagement? Merve Lapus, vice president of education outreach and engagement at Common Sense Media, urged CoSN 2025 attendees to think about these and other factors in a Tuesd
Hapara
APRIL 4, 2025
Listen to an audio version of this post: [link] Customer Details Location : Appleton and Grand Chute, Wisconsin Number of students : Over 15,000 Age group : K-12 Tool they leverage : Hpara Highlights Year they adopted Hpara : 2014 Featuring : Educators Bobbie Jo Sorenson and Jonathon Zabel Appleton Area School District serves the communities of Appleton and Grand Chute, Wisconsin.
Ascend Math
APRIL 4, 2025
🏀 Hello, math enthusiasts! We’re wrapping up March Madness with a final challenge! Let’s dive into some engaging basketball-themed math problems. Game Duration Comparison NBA games consist of four 12-minute quarters, while college basketball games have two 20-minute halves. Which game is longer, and by how many minutes? Tournament Teams Remaining A basketball tournament began with 64 teams.
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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.
Educate AI Magazine
MARCH 31, 2025
In an era where AI is transforming industries and reshaping economies, Angelo Biasi stands at the forefront of a movement that is more urgent and revolutionary than ever. As the founder of Solvably and Credably.ai, an active learning and authentic + AI-powered assessment solution, Biasi has made it his mission to equip students, educators and professionals with the skills and mindset needed to thrive in the AI-driven future.
Digital Promise
APRIL 2, 2025
The post What Learning Piano as an Adult Taught Me about Digital Competency appeared first on Digital Promise.
EdTech Magazine
APRIL 1, 2025
K12 educators and staff have their hands full. Teachers have the day-to-day tasks of lesson planning, grading papers and providing customized feedback to students. Its a very time-consuming process, says Jordan Chrysafidis, principal group program manager for customer and partner success at Microsoft. Other educator and staff tasks include organizing meetings, delivering budgets and managing school administration.
eSchool News
APRIL 3, 2025
Key points: Educators should build a classroom culture that values learning over compliance 5 practical ways to integrate AI into high school science A new era for teachers as AI disrupts instruction For more news on AI and assessments, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub In recent years, the rise of AI technologies and the increasing pressures placed on students have made academic dishonesty a growing concern.
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.
EdTechTeacher
APRIL 7, 2025
Post by Catherine Atkinson On March 11th, I had the privilege to attend and present at EdTechTeacher’s AI in EDU Summit at Bentley University in Massachusetts. It’s been quite some time since I’ve presented in person at a conference, and let me tell you, I’ve certainly missed the adrenaline rush and camaraderie of in-person back-and-forth conversations.
MiddleWeb
APRIL 3, 2025
After looking into the realities of teaching in general and the signposts that indicate an individual teacher may be ready to leave a current position, Starr Sackstein delves into the nitty-gritty of how to transfer existing skills and gain new ones, writes Sarah Cooper. The post Looking for Opportunities Outside the Classroom first appeared on MiddleWeb.
Digital Promise
APRIL 7, 2025
To celebrate Week of the Young Child, Digital Promise shares four resources to support early childhood educators and students.
EdTech Magazine
APRIL 3, 2025
As technology evolves, its important for schools to adapt to and integrate necessary changes. While artificial intelligence reigns as one of the most overt and exponential examples of digital transformation, there have also been changes in cybersecurity, connectivity and devices. K12 IT leaders at CoSN 2025 in Seattle stepped up to talk about the ways theyre handling, and even pioneering, changes in their school districts.
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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
eSchool News
APRIL 3, 2025
Key points: Streamlining school communication empowers all district stakeholders The dos and donts of parent-educator communication Female district leaders target back-to-school priorities For more on school communication, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership hub As technology trainers, we support teachers and administrators technology platform needs, training, and support in our district.
edWeb.net
APRIL 1, 2025
Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast Ninety percent of jobs require digital skills,” said Ji Soo Song, Director of Projects and Initiatives at SETDA. Having access to technology critically affects student academic achievement, career advancement, and pay equity. During the edLeader Panel “ Addressing the Digital Divide: Current State and Guidance for Education Leaders ,” experts discussed SETDAs Universal Connectivity Imperative Report , a comprehensive analysis of the cur
ET Magazine
APRIL 1, 2025
By Lee D. Lambert Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the world around us, and education is no exception. As community college leaders, we must be at the forefront of this transformation, ensuring that our institutions are not just adapting to AI but leading in its responsible and transformative use. The Digital Transformation We are now in a period of transition from the industrial era to the digital era.
Digital Promise
APRIL 7, 2025
The post A New Certification to Empower Informed AI Product Procurement appeared first on Digital Promise.
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.
EdTech Magazine
APRIL 7, 2025
Educational institutions increased their artificial intelligence spending by 160% this past year, according to the CIO Playbook 2025 report by IDC and Lenovo. The report also found that while systemwide use of AI is still limited at most institutions, a little over one-third of respondents plan to start using AI in the next 12 months. Teachers and students will require robust tools to leverage AIs full potential, including devices with sufficient processing speed and power.
eSchool News
APRIL 4, 2025
Key points: All students are math language learners, regardless of their home language Fostering metacognition and AI integration for ELLs How to support multilingual learners in STEM For more news on language learners, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Math isnt just about numbers. Its about language, too. Many math tasks involve reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
The Thinking Stick
APRIL 7, 2025
Tricia Friedman discusses the upcoming Earth Day and introduces a free guide aimed at helping educators engage students in sustainability discussions. The SEED guide emphasizes the intersection of AI and sustainability, encouraging a comprehensive approach to environmental education. Additionally, Tricia highlights a student competition for designing a new logo for Shifting Schools, promoting creativity and collaboration among students.
Educate AI Magazine
MARCH 31, 2025
The intersection of AI, Human Intelligence (HI), and Innovation is reshaping education, workforce development, and global competitiveness at an unprecedented pace. Few understand this better than Michael Moe, founder of ASU+GSV, the premier summit convening the world’s top minds in education and technology. I had the privilege of sitting down with Michael to discuss the current state of learning, the AI adoption gap, the skills of the future, and the role of innovation in driving productiv
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.
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