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6 AI-powered Google tools for the classroom

Ditch That Textbook

AI large language models (LLMs) are here. And they're already starting to impact how we teach and learn.We're thinking twice about their role in student writing.They're causing us to reconsider the type of homework we assign.We're thinking about how they might support student thinking.We're considering how to avoid (or mitigate) AI concerns.Google is coming to […] The post 6 AI-powered Google tools for the classroom appeared first on Ditch That Textbook.

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Top 5 Game Development Platforms for Young Coders

Ask a Tech Teacher

Ask a Tech Teacher is officially on Thanksgiving break so I’m going to pop in here with two posts from our international team that just couldn’t wait: Top 5 Game Development Platforms for Young Coders: Building Skills with Fun –perfect for those still doing Hour of Code in December (see below) From Blank Page to First Chapter: A Beginner’s Guide on How to Start Writing a Book– for the teacher-authors following Ask a Tech Teacher, a how-to primer on writing the book that r

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A New Framework Helps Schools Tackle Digital Equity

EdTech Magazine

Digital Promise has released “A Framework for Digital Equity,” a new resource for states, K–12 schools and higher education institutions. Digital equity has been a primary topic of conversation in recent years, as K–12 schools contended with students who didn’t have access to the tools and skills they needed for online learning. That conversation was recently in the spotlight again with the release of the 2024 revision to the National Educational Technology Plan, which highlighted three digital

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Addressing Gaps in Practice with Artificial Intelligence (AI)

A Principal's Reflections

Unless you are living under a rock, AI is all the rage right now, and rightfully so. It can revolutionize various practices by addressing gaps in efficiency, accuracy, and decision-making. By analyzing vast amounts of data, AI algorithms can uncover patterns and trends that human analysts may miss, leading to more informed and effective strategies. For instance, in healthcare, AI-powered tools can analyze patient data to predict disease outbreaks, optimize treatment plans, and streamline adminis

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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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Making Students Part of Your Security Operations Center

techlearning

How to strengthen your security operations center with student employees and provide them educational opportunities at the same time.

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How We’re Harnessing the Power of Project-Based Learning in the Republic of Georgia

Digital Promise

The post How We’re Harnessing the Power of Project-Based Learning in the Republic of Georgia appeared first on Digital Promise.

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From Blank Page to First Chapter: A Beginner’s Guide on How to Start Writing a Book

Ask a Tech Teacher

Ask a Tech Teacher is officially on Thanksgiving break so I’m going to pop in here with two posts from our international team that just couldn’t wait: From Blank Page to First Chapter: A Beginner’s Guide on How to Start Writing a Book- – for the teacher-authors following Ask a Tech Teacher, a how-to primer on writing the book that rattles around in your head (see below) Top 5 Game Development Platforms for Young Coders: Building Skills with Fun –perfect for those still do

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When Students Miss School, Teachers Enjoy Their Jobs Less

Edsurge

Since the pandemic, the number of students who are missing class has risen. More than a quarter of students were “chronically absent,” meaning they had missed 10 percent of classes or more, during the 2021-2022 school year. That was a steep increase from the 15 percent of students missing that much class before the pandemic. In fact, absenteeism has become such a nationally notable problem that it was picked up by the White House in May.

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Play SPENT and Learn About Homelessness! A Lesson Plan for Teens and College Students

Teacher Reboot Camp

To help students get into the giving spirit, I find it important to help them empathize and deeply get to know a real-world problem such as poverty, homelessness, hunger and abandoned animals. SPENT is a free online game in which players are faced with choices that help them better understand homelessness and poverty. Below is a screenshot and lesson plan to go along with the game.

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A theory for learning numbers without counting gains popularity

The Hechinger Report

Subitizing means to instantly see how many without counting. Fostering this skill is becoming more common in schools. Credit: Getty Images Little kids are looking at a lot of dots these days. The theory behind this increasingly popular practice is that an effective way to teach counting might be by … not counting. That’s the contradiction at the heart of what education researchers call “subitizing,” from the Latin “subito” or suddenly, and it means to instantly see how many, much like the

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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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Unlocking the Potential of Live Streaming to Support Your School Community

TeacherCast

Unleash the potential of live streaming and connect with your educational community in real-time. Featuring top applications recommended by Jeff Bradbury. The post Unlocking the Potential of Live Streaming to Support Your School Community appeared first on TeacherCast Educational Network.

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Computer science education sees more investment, but access gaps linger

eSchool News

Key points: The benefits of computer science education are multifaceted and far-reaching Launching a districtwide computer science program for all grades How we use robots and art to make meeting computer science standards fun For more news on computer science education, visit eSN’s STEM hub More policymakers are prioritizing computer science education, recognizing the vital role it and other STEM subjects plays in helping students develop workplace-ready skills, according to the 2024 Stat

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CoSpaces Edu: How to Use It to Teach

techlearning

CoSpaces Edu uses AR and VR as a super creative space to build, teach and learn.

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‘Easy to just write us off’: Rural students’ choices shrink as colleges slash majors

The Hechinger Report

CLEVELAND, Miss. — Although she won a scholarship to Mississippi State University, two hours’ drive away, Shamya Jones couldn’t get there because she had a new baby and no car. So she enrolled instead at a local community college, then transferred to the four-year campus closest to her home in the rural Mississippi Delta — Delta State University. She planned to major in digital media arts, but before she could start, Delta State eliminated that major, along with 20 other degree programs , includ

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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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A New Era in MTSS with AI

The Thinking Stick

In this episode of Shifting Schools, Jeff Utecht interviews Jose, founder and CEO of Neulight, about the transformative potential of AI in education. They discuss IntelliTier, which enhances the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework by simplifying data collection and providing personalized intervention strategies for students. Jose shares insights on the importance of user experience for teachers, the feedback received from early adopters, and the future of data-driven decision-making

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Beyond translations: Effective scaffolds to support ELLs

eSchool News

Key points: Scaffolds help ELLs learn the language and master academic content This ESL teacher ensures students learn the language–and feel the love How edtech is transforming bilingual education in the U.S. For more news on scaffolds for ELLs, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub As schools continue to serve an increasingly diverse student body, many educators face the challenge of meeting the needs of English Language Learners (ELLs) in content-rich classrooms.

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Midwest 2024: Regional Leadership Summit Report

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The latest News,/news,,news, breaking news, comment, reviews and features from the experts at Tech & Learning

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‘Why is the sky fuzzy?’: Climate change lessons need to start as early as preschool 

The Hechinger Report

Hello! I’m traveling back from the Bright Start International Conference where I spent the last few days learning about early childhood policies, systems and best practices worldwide. This week’s newsletter comes to you from Caroline Preston, Hechinger’s managing editor, who writes our climate and education newsletter. You can sign up for the newsletter here.

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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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90 Christmas Trivia Questions for Middle School

Twinkl International Publishing

Bring holiday cheer to your classroom with 90 fun and educational Christmas trivia questions for middle school students! Perfect for quizzes & games.

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Why SEL must be part of the chronic absenteeism solution

eSchool News

Key points: Social-emotional skill building tackles the core reasons students disengage from classroom learning Data gaps negatively impact academic progress and attendance Maybe it’s time to change up high school to improve student attendance For more news on chronic absenteeism, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership hub Chronic absenteeism remains a nationwide challenge, despite efforts to return to normalcy post-pandemic.

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Making A Platform Migration Seamless and Successful

techlearning

INNOVATIVE LEADER AWARD - Changing an entire school district from Microsoft to Google can be bumpy, but having a clear plan in place ahead of time can help make it smooth

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STUDENT VOICE: My generation knows less about civics than my parents’ generation did, yet we need it more than ever

The Hechinger Report

In the days leading up to the 2024 presidential election, the news was filled with partisan language and misinformation about the basic ways our country functions and how elections work. Many adults, as well as the vast majority of my high school-age peers, don’t seem to understand how government works and as a result don’t trust it. That’s why I’m convinced that we as a nation have to prioritize civics education in schools to encourage civic engagement, empathy and critical thinking to sustain

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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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Leadership Strategies for Building an Effective K-5 Literacy Program

edWeb.net

Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast A superintendent’s or principal’s role in fostering early literacy extends beyond setting a budget for materials and hiring the right teachers. They play a critical role in setting priorities, providing proper coaching for teachers, and ensuring equitable access. During the edLeader Panel “ Supporting Literacy Success as a K-5 Leader ,” education leaders detailed key practices for superintendents and principals to ensure effective literacy pr

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Using robots to teach creativity, collaboration, and self-confidence

eSchool News

Key points: When students use robots, they unlock key SEL skills Robots play a key role for students in early STEM education 3 keys to success when introducing robotics to young learners For more on robots in education, visit eSN’s STEM & STEAM hub Our students are growing into a world where they will find themselves sharing their space, work, and lives with more and more robots.

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No time to study? Online flashcards can help you accomplish the impossible

Brainscape

Let’s face it, life can get chaotic. Between school or college, work, social life, and sifting through a dozen streaming services for your next binge-watch, finding time to study can feel like you’re trying to fit a grand piano into your car. And you drive a scooter.  But don’t panic!  Flashcards—particularly digital or online flashcards—can save the day / semester / exam / entire degree program.

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I've joined Bluesky!

Adam Watson Edtech Elixirs

Bluesky is a social media app that began in 2023 as an "invite-only" platform. When it became publicly available in February 2024, it had three million users. Since then, Bluesky has had rapid growth. In September 2024, it hit ten million users ; last month, it achieved thirteen million users ; this month, it has crossed over twenty million users and was the number one download of the Apple and Google Play app stores.

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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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Twinkl Parents Ages 7 - 9 Newsletter - It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year!

Twinkl International Publishing

Twinkl Parents Ages 7 - 9 Newsletter - It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year!

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The making of a literary award winner 

eSchool News

Key points: What makes a popular (or a nearly unknown) book an award winner? To start the school year off right, invest in literacy Dog Man vs. To Kill a Mockingbird For more news on literacy, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub My husband and I have matching Emmy awards. During my decade as a television news reporter, I was the Susan Lucci of the Emmys.

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Announcing Brainwaves: The Knowledge Avatar Experience Podcast

Knowledge Avatars K-12

Announcing Brainwaves: The Knowledge Avatar Experience Podcast Emiliano De La… Thu, 11/28/2024 - 10:06 Brainwaves: The Knowledge Avatar Experience is a vibrant podcast that dives into the dynamic world of Knowledge Avatars, unraveling how these virtual personas are revolutionizing how we learn and interact with information. In each episode Emiliano De Laurentiis, our host, explores cutting-edge developments, shares insightful conversations with experts, and offers practical tips to harness these

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Joining the BE Podcast Network

American Consortium for Equity in Education

You can find an archive of our shows at bepodcastnetwork.com The post Joining the BE Podcast Network appeared first on American Consortium for Equity in Education.

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The Battle of the Authoring Tools: A 10-Point Comparison for Picking the Right One

Speaker: Chris Paxton McMillin, President of D3 Training Solutions

There are plenty of great authoring tools for developing eLearning, but the one you select could directly impact your course's outcomes. Depending upon your learners’ needs and your organization’s performance goals, you could be overlooking considerations that impact the both effectiveness of your courses and how long it takes to finish them. From general capabilities to specific workflow structures, some aspects are critical when it comes to learning objectives and deadlines.