EdNews Daily

MAY 24, 2023

By Mark Booker AI is like any other new tool that has entered the arena of learning that enhances a student’s access to data and information to process and consume knowledge more quickly. Whether it be the Internet, the calculator, or even the printing press – all have entered social consciousness as disruptors with some wariness and skepticism, but were ultimately used to change how fast we can learn and share information to enhance the depth of information we pass on to future generations.

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 24, 2023

Cerebral palsy confined Mercy, a third grader at Jenks (Okla.) Public Schools, to a wheelchair and prevented her from speaking or fully participating in learning activities. That was until a team of teachers, therapists and technology staff worked to find a solution. They attached a tablet loaded with text-to-talk software to her chair, and those educational technology tools changed her life.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 24, 2023

Quick, safe spots to send your students for research ( click here for updates ) : BrainPop –with the BrainPop characters, a launchpad to curiosity CoolKidFacts –kid-friendly videos, pictures, info, and quizzes–all 100% suitable for children Dimensions –academic research geared for college-level Fact Monster –help with homework and facts Google Earth Timelapse –what changes to the planet over time Google Trends –what’s trending in searches History Channel –great speeches How Stuff Works –the gold

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Edsurge

MAY 24, 2023

The murder of George Floyd in 2020 changed American culture, in part by invigorating interest in diversity, equity and inclusion. For some schools, this meant making a commitment to diversity in their mission statements, as well as creating plans intended to increase equity. For example: The Santa Cruz County Office for Education spells out a number of “equity initiatives ” used by schools in that part of California, including professional development for educators, improved strategies for gradi

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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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MAY 24, 2023

Don’t let social media lead you into its toxic swamps

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Edsurge

MAY 24, 2023

In the wake of the Atlanta Spa shootings and a surge in violence against Asian Americans throughout the pandemic, Illinois made history by becoming the first state to mandate that Asian American history be taught in public K-12 schools beginning in the 2022-23 school year. The Teaching Equitable Asian American Community History (TEAACH) Act was signed into law in July 2021 with wide bipartisan support, amending the state’s school code to ensure that all Illinois public school students learn abou

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eSchool News

MAY 24, 2023

Key points: ChatGPT isn’t a tool to be feared–it can contribute greatly to STEM learning AI tools aren’t going away, and harnessing their capabilities is important “If we teach today as we taught yesterday, we rob our children of tomorrow.” – John Dewey Back in 2007 when I was teaching Algebra I at the local middle school, the biggest question for mathematics teachers on our campus was whether students could use their calculators while doing classwork and on standardized tests.

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EdNews Daily

MAY 24, 2023

By Zach Vander Veen Part Four: Transforming Data into Action Individualized Supports Expanding and tracking learning opportunities opens up the ability for districts to properly implement, monitor and manage their Mult-Tiered Systems of Supports (MTSS) initiatives, as well as opening more more opportunities to individualize and adapt instruction to the learners’ needs, abilities, and interests, ultimately improving learning achievement.

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Discovery Education

MAY 24, 2023

Whether you’re a teacher, administrator, student, or community member, you’ve probably heard lots of conversation surrounding reading over the last school year. Particularly discussions about literacy instruction and student reading proficiency, both critical to the success of students’ academic careers. One teacher, Judith Philias, shared her insights with the Discovery Education team about why she […] The post Strengthening Student Literacy Skills appeared first on Discovery Education Bl

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Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler

MAY 24, 2023

Teachers of ELA classes will need to provide an Acceptable Use Policy for AI in the ELA Classroom. When school starts back up this is going to be essential for every ELA teacher to provide. The post Acceptable Use Policy for AI in the ELA Classroom appeared first on Teacher Tech.

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MAY 24, 2023

Key points: Digital classrooms–and their remote students–are here to stay School facilities face unprecedented demand for broadband across education sites The introduction of always-connected PCs and Chromebooks continues to be the catalyst for digitally liberating many students. Now is an especially exciting time to turn to this idea as PC and Chromebook battery life innovation, as well as performance, speed, audio, and video enhancement, is finally getting to the level needed to ha

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MiddleWeb

MAY 24, 2023

Mentor Texts That Multitask by Pam Koutrakos is a perfect ELA resource for working smarter, not harder. It leads readers through the why, what and how of using mentor texts to design flexible, integrated, multifaceted literacy learning – and includes free online resources. The post Use Mentor Texts to Multitask: Less Is More! first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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eSchool News

MAY 24, 2023

QUINCY, Mass. (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Breezeline , the nation’s eighth-largest cable operator, has partnered with CyberSecurity NonProfit (CSNP) to create a series of blogs, videos and social posts to inform and educate the public on ways to protect against cybercrime and to promote online safety. Recent educational materials created by CSNP staff and experts from the cyber security profession include ways to keep children safe in public online spaces, the benefits and concerns with authentica

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Gaggle Speaks

MAY 24, 2023

Mental health is one of the most important factors in determining a student’s academic success. Poor mental health can lead to decreased self-esteem, increased stress levels, and decreased concentration, all of which can affect a student’s ability to succeed in school.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

MAY 24, 2023

STUDENT WELLNESS: DRINKING PREVENTION EDUCATION, ITS THE 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF ASK LISTEN LEARN, an anti- drinking curriculum , free to schools. Visiting us to talk about it are high school Principal Erin O’Malley from VA and Letitia Barr , the Keep Reading STUDENT WELLNESS: DRINKING PREVENTION EDUCATION The post STUDENT WELLNESS: DRINKING PREVENTION EDUCATION appeared first on Equity in Education.

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edWeb.net

MAY 24, 2023

Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast A common refrain of 21st century education is that teachers are educating students today for jobs that don’t even exist yet. But while schools may not be able to prepare students for an exact occupation, they can give them the skills they need to succeed beyond high school. During the edLeader Panel, “ Real Career Experiences for K-12 Students: Exploring Ideas and Spotlighting Successes ,” Susan Auchincloss, Project Director of CS-PLAN at Sac

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MAY 24, 2023

Given the dramatic success of the ChatGPT bootcamps that I held this spring for librarians and educators, I'm looking at using the same format for some other events this summer and beyond--that is, one hour a week, live and recorded, over 3 - 6 weeks. Below is the list of bootcamps I'm considering offering. I will be holding the ChatGPT bootcamps for librarians and educators again, but I've included them in the list to gauge general interest levels.

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American Consortium for Equity in Education

MAY 24, 2023

FOUR EXPERTS FROM CEC DISCUSS THE RESULTS FROM CEC’s RECENT CONVENING ON SCHOOL MENTAL HEALTH WITH SOME SOLLUTIONS AND ACTIONS FOR K12 SCHOOL DISTRICTS. The post CEC EXPERTS CONVENE ON SCHOOL MENTAL HEALTH SOLUTIONS appeared first on Equity in Education.

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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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Cycles of Learning

MAY 24, 2023

Keeping in my my constant goal of managing the extraneous cognitive load of my teaching materials while simultaneously maintaining a high level of rigor, I have been tinkering with leveraging the " Speaker Notes " to streamline the location of project instructions, links, and rubrics. See a few screenshots below from a recent project in my Biochemistry class where all instructions were provided in the Speaker Notes of the appropriate slide.

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techieMusings

MAY 24, 2023

Have you struggled to find the right words to concisely express your thoughts? Have you needed a little nudge to overcome writer’s block? Have you found yourself in need of some quick statistics mid-paragraph but hesitated to disrupt your flow? This is where Wordtune comes in. Wordtune describes itself as your personal writing assistant and editor, capable of rephrasing and rewriting any text.

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MiddleWeb

MAY 24, 2023

When our students are struggling with anxiety, they need support in developing strategies to help break down their problems. Chunking a problem and examining possible options can help make it feel more manageable. School psychologist Katelyn Oellerich shares some examples. The post Help Kids Take Charge of Their Emotions first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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Kitaboo on EdTech

MAY 24, 2023

In today’s digital era, where information and creative works can be easily reproduced and distributed, protecting intellectual property has become more crucial than ever. Intellectual property refers to original creations of the mind, including inventions, literary and artistic works, symbols, names, and designs used in commerce. This article explores the role of Digital Rights Management (DRM) in safeguarding intellectual property and discusses its benefits, challenges, and future trends.

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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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PlagiarismCheck

MAY 24, 2023

AI vs. Human: Who Wins? ChatGPT appeared only six months ago but has already become integral to everyday life. It has brought about positive changes in various processes but has also presented challenges to mankind. How can we overcome cheating now? How can we determine whether a text is a uniquely human creation or simply generated by artificial intelligence?

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MIND Research Institute

MAY 24, 2023

We experienced the initial set of Covid-19 restrictions just over three years ago. The uncertainty of the pandemic's impact led to growing concerns over the long-term consequences of remote learning. Though many challenges arose, a federal program (ESSER) administered by the Department of Education provided emergency relief funds to aid public school districts nationwide.

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MAY 24, 2023

Mighty Networks is one of the top choices among creators who want to build an online community.

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eSchool News

MAY 24, 2023

Pittsburgh, PA – Carnegie Learning , a leader in AI-driven technology, curriculum, and professional learning solutions for K-12 education, today announced that Chris Hedrick is joining the company as Chief Revenue Officer. Chris will sit on the new Carnegie Learning Executive Leadership Team reporting to CEO Barry Malkin. Chris joins Carnegie Learning from Scholastic, where he served as the Senior Vice President of Sales.

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