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How a Free App Audit Can Help Schools Manage Privacy, Security, and Compliance

Lightspeed Systems

Technology plays a vital role in education, giving students access to digital resources, enhancing instruction, and streamlining school operations. But as schools adopt more edtech tools, managing privacy, security, and compliance across all applications becomes increasingly complex. With hundreds of apps in use across a district, IT teams need a way to ensure these tools are safe, compliant, and aligned with educational goals.

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Can AI That Lets Kids Struggle Productively Be Better?

The CoolCatTeacher

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Some research out of Stanford by Rose E. Wang and Megha Srivastava points out the nuances of using AI to help students learn and that sometimes the tools that promote productive struggle are the better option even if students think they are less helpful. (I've written about the need for productive struggle in math on Edutopia, and so much of this research resonates with me.

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11 Valentine Sites For Students K-2

Ask a Tech Teacher

Here are fun Valentine sites to fill those few minutes betwixt and between lessons, projects, bathroom breaks, lunch, and everything else ( click here for updates on this list): Drag-and-drop games Google Drawings Magnetic Poetry from Ctrl Alt Achieve Games and puzzles ‘I love you’ in languages Afrikaans to Zulu Match Puppy jigsaw Rebus game Sudoku Tic-tac-toe Typing Write in a heart Click to view slideshow.

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TCEA 2025: ‘Our Kids Deserve To Go Anywhere After Graduation,’ Says Board President

EdTech Magazine

While at the 2025 TCEA Convention & Exposition in Austin, Texas, EdTech: Focus On K12 Managing Editor Taashi Rowe spoke with Brian Brown, the organizations board president. Brown also serves as CTO for Duncanville Independent School District. While he previously served as executive director of data management and information officer at the College of Education at the University of Texas at Arlington, Brown spent seven years as a classroom teacher before moving into technology roles.

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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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Discovery Education’s Free Guide Supports Success in Algebra

EdNews Daily

Discovery Education, the creators of essential K-12 solutions used in classrooms around the world announced the availability of a free guide supporting algebra readiness. Entitled Six Strategies to Help Your Students Become Algebra Ready, this resourcediscusses the six competencies of deeper learning andsharesstrategies to help educators prepare all learners for an empowering, effective, and meaningful experience with algebra.

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A Toolkit for Holistic Physical Security in School Buildings

EdTech Magazine

Protecting students, teachers and staff requires a 360-degree approach as part of a holistic physical security strategy. Not only do schools need physical security measures, such as door locks and emergency communications, but they also require protection from threats, such as ransomware and malware. Physical security and cybersecurity are intricately linked, explains Jake Stauch, a former director of product at Verkada.

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ParentSquare Launches New Payment Feature To Simplify Money Collections for Districts and Families

ET Magazine

ParentSquare announced the launch of ParentSquare Pay , a school payments solution seamlessly built into its award-winning communication platform. With a simple, intuitive experience, families can make payments for activities, dues, and fees with just a few clicksright in the same place they get school notifications and other pertinent information related to their childs school experience.

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How to Empower Educators through Practical AI Solutions

techlearning

Learn how you can get back some of your valuable time with AI, and what you can do to bring AI tools into your school or district.

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Lexia Announces 2025 Science of Reading Week: Advancing Literacy, Together

ET Magazine

WHAT: Four days of no-cost live sessions for K-12 school and district leaders, teachers, paraprofessionals, speech language pathologists, and other school or district personnel interested in the science of reading WHEN: Monday, March 3 Thursday, March 6; 12 PM 1PM ET REGISTER: [link] Boston Feb. 11, 2025 The journey to literacy leadership is filled with milestones, unexpected challenges, and transformative moments for each educator.

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School Refusal and School Avoidance

Twinkl International Publishing

Understanding the signs of school refusal and school avoidance can help parents and educators intervene early. The child's fear of attending school is deeply rooted in emotional factors, such as social fears, academic pressure, or past negative experiences.

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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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Discovery Education’s Free Guide Supports Success in Algebra

ET Magazine

Discovery Education , the creators of essential K-12 solutions used in classrooms around the world announced the availability of a free guide supporting algebra readiness. Entitled Six Strategies to Help Your Students Become Algebra Ready , this resource discusses the six competencies of deeper learning andsharesstrategies to help educators prepare all learners for an empowering, effective, and meaningful experience with algebra.

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2025情人节|自我关爱的10种方式

Twinkl International Publishing

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Honoring a Space Pioneer: 30 Years Since Dr. Bernard A. Harris Jr.’s Historic Spacewalk

eSchool News

Dallas, TX National Math and Science Initiative proudly celebrates the 30th anniversary of former CEO Dr. Bernard A. Harris Jr.s historic spacewalk. On Feb. 9, 1995, Dr. Harris became the first African American astronaut to walk in space during the Space Shuttle Discovery mission STS-63. Since then, he has dedicated his life to advancing STEM education and inspiring future generations.

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Os 10 melhores posts para a gestão escolar

Twinkl International Publishing

Descubra os 10 melhores posts para gestores escolares do supersistema Dirio Escola.

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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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TCEA 2025 spotlights innovation, collaboration

eSchool News

Key points: TCEA 2025 inspired educators to connect and grow in their roles Collaborate and celebrate at TCEA 2025 5 education innovation trends to watch in 2025 For more news on TCEA 2025, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub During the first week of February, TCEA 2025 served as a collaboration center for teachers, administrators, IT leaders, and all educators as they shared ideas, instructional strategies, leadership goals, and more.

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Teaching assistants invited to shape future education policy

Twinkl International Publishing

Oxford MeasurEd reveals barriers to teaching assistants' participation in research.

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5 restorative practices that help teachers create connections

eSchool News

Key points: Restorative practices focus on repairing harm and rebuilding student relationships Student mental health needs grow as challenges persist 3 ways to connect to students and inspire their learning For more on student well-being, visit eSN’s SEL & Well-Being hub Its hard to overstate the influence of school on a students social-emotional development.

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53 Kartu Ucapan Lebaran Kreatif untuk Isi Liburan Anak

Twinkl International Publishing

Kartu ucapan idul fitri menjadi salah satu cara terbaik untuk menyampaikan kebahagiaan dan doa di Hari Raya. Anak-anak dapat berkreasi dengan berbagai desain kartu lebaran yang menarik, baik dengan mewarnai, menambahkan stiker, atau menulis ucapan khusus untuk keluarga dan teman. Twinkl menyediakan berbagai pilihan kartu ucapan selamat idul fitri yang bisa dicetak dan digunakan untuk aktivitas kreatif anak.

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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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The Anxious Generation: Understanding Students’ Mental Health

Shake Up Learning

The post The Anxious Generation: Understanding Students Mental Health appeared first on Shake Up Learning. Are smartphones and social media harming student mental health? If youve been in the classroom recently, youve likely noticed a rise in anxiety, shorter attention spans, and a decline in social skills. Its not just in your headresearch shows that todays students are facing a mental health crisis like never before.

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Research says school phone bans do not raise attainment or boost wellbeing – What do parents think?

Twinkl International Publishing

A new study reveals that grades are no higher in schools that have banned smartphones on the premises.

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The Recharging Power of Relationships

MiddleWeb

Educators tend to think of building strong relationships as something we do to impact others, but we are also helping ourselves. Taking into account the challenges of relationships, Julie Schmidt Hasson looks into how connections with adults and students help us grow stronger. The post The Recharging Power of Relationships first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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Building Confidence in English and Maths: Tips for Parents

Twinkl International Publishing

Discover effective tips for building confidence in your childs English and maths at primary school. From a range of fun activities for both English and maths to expert maths and English tips, this guide supports parents in their child's learning journey.

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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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Colleges rebrand humanities majors as job-friendly 

The Hechinger Report

TUCSON, Ariz. Olivia Howe was hesitant at first to add French to her major in finance at the University of Arizona, fearing that it wouldnt be very useful in the labor market. Then her language skills helped her land a job at the multinational technology company Siemens, which will be waiting for her when she graduates this spring. The reason I got the job is because of my French.

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Twinkl's Top Ten Favourite Book Genres

Twinkl International Publishing

Find ten favourite book genres in this article. It doesn't need to be made more complex when it comes to selecting your next good book!

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School Districts Lost Federal Funds. Will Students Lose Digital Access?

Edsurge

The extra money that flowed from the federal government during the pandemic has left districts in New Mexico with a problem. The pandemic boosted internet access for students. Thats in part because school districts purchased devices with relief money. These days, around 285,000 students in the state have a school-issued device, says John Chadwick, digital equity coordinator for the New Mexico Department of Education.

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Celebrating Those Who Teach - 15 Types of Educators We Support.

Twinkl International Publishing

For the past 15 years, weve had the privilege of working alongside incredible teachers, practitioners, parents, and education professionals around the globe. In celebration of our journey together, were shining a spotlight on our England Segment Managers, just some of the dedicated experts behind the resources you love.

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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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Trainee Newsletter 16/2/25

Twinkl International Publishing

Our weekly trainee teachers newsletter to help you go into the classroom feeling confident!

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ECT Newsletter 16/2/25

Twinkl International Publishing

Our weekly ECT newsletter to help you go into the classroom feeling confident!

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Protecting pupils online in a digital age

Twinkl International Publishing

Arming KS2 pupils against online scams.

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دليل الأمهات لصيام الأطفال: كيف تدربين طفلك على الصيام بطريقة صحية وسهلة؟

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Enhancing HyFlex Education through the PowerTeaching Framework

This whitepaper explores integrating the PowerTeaching pedagogical approach within a HyFlex (Hybrid Flexible) educational model, focusing on employing cooperative learning strategies and efficient classroom management techniques.