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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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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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What I learned building an AI tool for my own kids (and millions more worldwide)

eSchool News

Key points: Building an app for kids came with unique challenges A new era for teachers as AI disrupts instruction With AI coaching, a math platform helps students tackle tough concepts For more news on AI tools for kids, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub A recent survey found that 88 percent of U.S. parents believe AI is essential to their childrens education, but most arent even sure whether the technology is being used in their childs classroom.

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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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Meeting the Evolving Financial Needs of K-12 Private Schools

Private and independent schools rely on tuition to provide excellent learning experiences for all students, so it’s important to have a tuition and billing management solution that fits the unique needs of your school and families. Learn how the right technology provides the following benefits: Automated invoicing and PCI-compliant payment processing Integrations into financial aid solutions and student information systems Reporting and analytics to provide up-to-date financial insights Read thi

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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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The Power of Community: Developing the Next Generation of Edtech Leaders

techlearning

We lead people, not the work. During the recent CoSN conference, edtech leaders came together to discuss how to build stronger succession pipelines.

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⚡ Lightning Chat: Proxies, VPNs, and the Hidden Risks on School Devices

Lightspeed Systems

Were launching something new: Lightning Chats quick, candid convos with experts on the front lines of edtech. Think of it as a podcast without the long intros, awkward banter, or focus on subscribers. For our first episode, Matthew Burg (Principal Product Manager, Lightspeed Filter ) sits down with Rob Chambers (EVP of Product) to unpack a challenge schools (and Lightspeed) know all too well: students constantly looking for ways to bypass web filters.

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How AI Proctoring Software Ensures Fairness and Integrity in Online Exams?

Think Exam

The emergence of many digital education platforms has led to a wave of online exams for students. However, while this technology is being advanced to improve online learning, there is a gap that approaches how can cheating be minimized in an online exam when there is no physical proctoring? This is the problem […] The post How AI Proctoring Software Ensures Fairness and Integrity in Online Exams?

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Global survey highlights the challenges of VR-haptic technology in dental education

ScienceDaily (EdTech section)

A recent global survey of 156 institutions reveals strong interest in VR-haptic technology for dental training, yet significant barriers impede widespread adoption.

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The Case for Game Design as an Innovative STEAM Teaching Tool

Speaker: Speakers:

Searching for innovative ways to deliver integrated STEAM education that also help students attain industry-ready skills? Then this punchy 30-minute thought leadership webinar is for you. Join fellow education leaders as we share: National data on STEAM performance and student engagement that indicates post-pandemic learners are craving inspired intervention 10 research-backed reasons why game design is the leading method for practically teaching integrated STEAM education An inside look at live

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Journée Mondiale des Abeilles : 15 activités faciles et amusantes pour enfants

Twinkl International Publishing

Comment rendre la Journe Mondiale des Abeilles la fois amusante et instructive pour les enfants ? Dcouvrez nos 15 ides d'activits pour une journe mmorable !

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AI in Education: Beyond the Hype Cycle

eSchool News

We just cant get away from it. AI continues to take the oxygen out of every edtech conversation. Even the Trump administration, while actively destroying federal involvement in public education, jumped on the bandwagon this week. Who better to puncture this overused acronym than edtech legend Gary Stager. In this conversation, he offers a pragmatic perspective on AI in education, cutting through both fear and hype.

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Delicious Easter Treats for Springtime Snacking

Twinkl International Publishing

Looking to satisfy your sweet tooth this spring? Then look no further, as we share a few of our favorite Easter treats to keep your youngest ones and yourself prepared with some delicious dessert options this spring!

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Twinkl Parents Wellbeing Newsletter - Stress-Free Parenting

Twinkl International Publishing

Twinkl Parents Wellbeing Newsletter - Stress-Free Parenting

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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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Autism Acceptance Month – Sensory Processing

Twinkl International Publishing

As we celebrate Autism Acceptance Month this April, Twinkl Parents is highlighting some of our amazing SEND-focused resources. In this blog, we look at how you can support your childs sensory preferences and challenges.

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Phonics Explained for Parents: Why is phonics important in early years?

Twinkl International Publishing

Learn about why phonics is important in early years with this helpful blog.

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Bahasa Inggrisnya Kursi dan 20 Media Belajar Anak-anak

Twinkl International Publishing

Artikel ini membahas berbagai kosakata dan jenis dari bahasa Inggrisnya kursi, lengkap dengan contoh kalimat, perbedaan chair, sofa, dan bench, serta rekomendasi bahan ajar Twinkl yang mendukung pembelajaran interaktif di kelas. Cocok untuk siswa yang sedang belajar mengenal benda-benda di sekitar dalam bahasa Inggris.

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