techlearning

JULY 2, 2024

Human teachers provided better assessments than ChatGPT but AI was closer than expected and even better in certain ways.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 2, 2024

Every month, subscribers to our newsletter get a free/discounted resource to help their tech teaching. Over the next few weeks, we will be sharing details on our blog ( Ask a Tech Teacher ) about Structured Learning resources to get your new school year started. These are often collected into back-to-school survival kits. Purchase one of those with the coupon code: Back-to-school Special Survival Kits 3xar9wzu Get 20% off listed price.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 2, 2024

People are the weakest link when it comes to cybersecurity. A good defense-in-depth strategy for K–12 cybersecurity includes training staff and students on good cyber hygiene. Brad Stewart, former CTO of Lufkin (Texas) Independent School District, recalls that his district suffered a cyberattack because of unencrypted, sensitive files on an employee’s desktop.

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eSchool News

JULY 2, 2024

Key points: When it comes to K-12 innovation, change isn’t a consideration–it’s an imperative Students know best when it comes to transforming education Schools must embrace these 4 innovative focus areas to avoid failure For more news on K-12 transformation, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership hub Across the U.S., most K-12 schools continue the cycle of pounding a square peg into a round hole.

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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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TeachThought - Learn better.

JULY 2, 2024

by Terrell Heick Will robots replace teachers? I was asked this in an interview a years ago for Futurism and tried to offer up some abstract nonsense whose lack of clarity represented my own thinking: “Will artificial intelligence replace teachers? Will the students themselves replace teachers through self-directed learning, social/digital communities, and adaptive technology?

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eSchool News

JULY 2, 2024

This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters. On its face, the cell phone policy at Forest Hills High School seems clear: Phones cannot be used in school and must be turned off during the day, unless a teacher allows them as part of a lesson. In practice, the picture is a lot more complicated.

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TeachThought - Learn better.

JULY 2, 2024

by TeachThought Staff Paulo Freire’s “The Pedagogy of the Oppressed” is a foundational text in educational theory. Its enduring significance stems from its profound critique of traditional teaching and learning methods. Written in the 1960s, this influential work remains as relevant today as it was at the time of its publication, offering insights into the nature of oppression and the transformative potential of education.

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eSchool News

JULY 2, 2024

LearnPlatform by Instructure published its seventh EdTech Top 40 – the latest report on the usage of digital solutions, tools and resources in K-12 districts, schools and classrooms within the United States during the 2023-24 school year. In addition to highlighting the top 40 education technology products, which represent more than 3.9 million student and teacher interactions, the report provides insights on trends, Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)-aligned evidence and categorical rankings rel

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Vizor

JULY 2, 2024

We are excited to be exhibiting and presenting VIZOR Student Device Management at MidwestTechTalk in Missouri. The VIZOR team will be showcasing how helps schools automate student device and IT asset management. Register for MidwestTechTalk here MidwestTechTalk is held at Osage High School, Missouri July 22nd and 23rd. MidwestTechTalk is a highly technical two day conference event with School District Technology Departments in the Midwest in mind.

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eSchool News

JULY 2, 2024

ALA Annual 2024 Conference, SAN DIEGO – June 27, 2024 – Gale , part of Cengage Group has made major enhancements to Gale Literature Resource Center (LRC). The company has added new curated sets of primary sources and historical documents along with a host of other new and improved features to support primary source literacy and instruction. Developed based on user feedback, these updates were designed to make conceptualizing primary source documents easier for students who are less familiar usin

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JULY 2, 2024

In an increasingly digital world, affordable internet is essential for students to participate in online learning, for job seekers to search for employment opportunities, and for individuals to access telehealth services and government resources. In 2021, EducationSuperHighway relaunched with a mission to close the digital divide for 17 million households that had access to the internet but couldn’t afford to connect.

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Twinkl International Publishing

JULY 2, 2024

These fantastic five team-building exercises for students will give you some fun Twinkl educational resources you can use to help children bond and improve their social skills in the classroom. Simple to download at the touch of a button and virtually prep-free.

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Edsurge

JULY 2, 2024

When ChatGPT and other new generative AI tools emerged in late 2022, the major concern for educators was cheating. After all, students quickly spread the word on TikTok and other social media platforms that with a few simple prompts, a chatbot could write an essay or answer a homework assignment in ways that would be hard for teachers to detect. But these days, when it comes to AI, another concern has come into the spotlight: That the technology could lead to less human interaction in schools an

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Twinkl International Publishing

JULY 2, 2024

Navigating the world of finance can be tricky, but it's even more challenging when English isn't your first language. Teaching money phrases to ESL adults is more than just vocabulary building; it's about providing them with the tools to operate confidently and independently in an English-speaking financial world.

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Twinkl International Publishing

JULY 2, 2024

Read this blog for ideas to rise to the Plastic Free July challenge and tips to reduce plastic pollution. You’ll find striking facts and engaging activities too.

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JULY 2, 2024

Use our helpful blog to learn more about 6 incredible American Olympians and how they have pushed the boundaries of what is possible for humanity.

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Twinkl International Publishing

JULY 2, 2024

Discover a week of shark-themed fun for Shark Week! Each day features a different theme and engaging activities for early childhood students.

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Twinkl International Publishing

JULY 2, 2024

With summer just around the corner, here’s a round-up of summer-themed activities for 7 to 11-year-olds.

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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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Twinkl International Publishing

JULY 2, 2024

Exclusive interview with Alison Tarrant about the benefits of creating positive reading habits.

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Twinkl International Publishing

JULY 2, 2024

Report by UNESCO sheds light on the crucial role of early childhood education.

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Twinkl International Publishing

JULY 2, 2024

Twinkl Pregnancy and Baby - Preparing for Maternity Leave?

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