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JUNE 4, 2024

Thousands of schools across the U.S. have saved money by installing solar panels. The process can involve little to no upfront costs and often results in significant cost savings for the school or district.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 4, 2024

Every month, subscribers to our newsletter get a free/discounted resource to help their tech teaching. June 4th-6th: Buy any K-8 School License get 2 free print books of the grade level you purchased (Please note: new orders only; domestic or freight-forwarders only) Usually, you get one desk copy for each grade level included in your school license.

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Edsurge

JUNE 4, 2024

Should AI chatbots be used as tutors? That question has been in the air since ChatGPT was released in late 2022, and since then many developers have experimented with using the latest generative AI technology as a tutor. But not everyone thinks this is a good idea, since the tech is prone to “hallucinations,” where chatbots make up facts, and there’s the bigger issue of whether any machine can fill in for a human in something as deeply personal as one-on-one tutoring.

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Catlin Tucker

JUNE 4, 2024

In this second installment of our “Would You Rather?” series , we will delve into strategies for facilitating meaning-making in the classroom. Once students have had an opportunity to acquire information, how can we support them in transforming that information into deep, personal understanding? How can we ensure that every student, regardless of their background or individual learning preferences, has the opportunity to connect with the material in a meaningful way?

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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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Edsurge

JUNE 4, 2024

Young people are struggling with mental health, and for many, the challenges have worsened over the last decade. About one in three high schoolers report persistent feelings of hopelessness and an alarming number say they’ve had thoughts of suicide. Blame it on the pandemic, or climate change. Blame it on hyperpartisan politics, or the ubiquity of social media and smartphones.

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eSchool News

JUNE 4, 2024

Key points: Critical thinking should not be separate from and on top of what teachers are doing in the classroom How to help students build critical success skills 3 lessons on perseverance from Stoffel the honey badger For more news on durable skills, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Achievement discrepancies among U.S. students remain persistent and troubling–despite decades of targeted interventions and whole-school improvement programs.

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eSchool News

JUNE 4, 2024

This post originally appeared on the Christensen Institute’s blog and is reposted here with permission. Key points: Podcasts can swap out screen time with audio-based, thought-provoking leisure 5 digital resources to inspire curiosity and engage students 3 things to consider when designing digital learning experiences For more news on learning technologies, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub This piece was coauthored with Daniel Curtis.

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Kyle Pace

JUNE 4, 2024

An English degree is often met with questions about its practical applications. Yet, those studying English find many opportunities across diverse fields, leveraging their strong communication skills, analytical abilities, and creative thinking. This article unveils the varied paths one can take with an English degree. The Foundation of an English Degree At its core, an English degree equips students to analyze text, understand context, and communicate ideas effectively.

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Lightspeed Systems

JUNE 4, 2024

With AI fast becoming part of everyday teaching and learning, Lightspeed introduces AI Notify: the first AI usage helper for teachers.

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Shake Up Learning

JUNE 4, 2024

The post Teach Better, Work Less with FREE Eduprotocols (Part 1) appeared first on Shake Up Learning. In this video and podcast episode, the first in our Summer Learning Series , Kasey chats with Eduprotocols creator Jon Corippo. Kasey tries to stump Jon with teaching scenarios that seem impossible to overcome, but Jon has some tricks up his sleeve!

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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.

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PlagiarismCheck

JUNE 4, 2024

How does software that checks for plagiarism work? A plagiarism check is an essential step for protecting academic integrity and guarding authorship rights. The idea of ensuring that sounds pretty easy. Comparing the text to the sources that can be used for copying, one can conclude whether the content is original or duplicated. However, manually analyzing that giant amount of information demands too many resources.

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SecurEdge

JUNE 4, 2024

Running an MSP involves juggling client relationships, workflows, and operations. You need a powerful and flexible CRM to handle it all. CRM stands for Customer Relationship Management.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JUNE 4, 2024

We've released our third "This Week in AI" recording, again on a Tuesday because of the "ChatGPT + AI 2024 Bootcamp for Libraries and Librarians." Again, it's a busy week in the world of AI. Hope you enjoy! 00:00:00 - 00:25:00 In the June 4, 2024 episode of "This Week in AI," hosts Steve Hargadon and Reed Hepler discussed various aspects of AI's impact on society and ethical considerations.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JUNE 4, 2024

OVERVIEW: Our second Library 2.024 mini-conference: " The Supportive Library: Helping Patrons Experiencing Homelessness ," will be held online (and for free) on Thursday, June 20th, 2024, from 12:00 - 3:00 pm US-Pacific Time. Proposals can still be submitted, and we have started accepting and scheduling them (see below!). From a librarian’s perspective, when we think of patrons experiencing homelessness, we automatically know and understand that they are an especially vulnerable population.

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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.

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