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3 global early ed trends to watch this year

The Hechinger Report

LONDON Participants at one of the worlds largest early childhood conferences late last year were eager to learn from each other, and notably collegial until one of the final sessions of the event. During a presentation about artificial intelligence in early childhood, a presenter suggested using an AI program to create artwork based on child prompts.

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Building Language Proficiency through Community Engagement

Digital Promise

The post Building Language Proficiency through Community Engagement appeared first on Digital Promise.

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K–12 Schools Have More Interactive Whiteboard Options Than They Think

EdTech Magazine

When a teacher stands in front of the classroom, one of the most powerful learning tools that he or she can unleash is one that allows students no matter where they sit to clearly see, hear and interact with the learning material. For decades, that has been the interactive whiteboard also known as an interactive display. However, in a learning environment where the only constant is change, our digital learning tools must work harder than ever, and that includes our digital displays.

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10 ways to provide instant feedback to students

Ditch That Textbook

This post is sponsored by SnorklOne of the biggest drawbacks of today's school system is providing custom feedback for each student.For teachers, it's time-consuming. And many of us think. "If I spend all that time providing feedback and the student doesn't even look at it, what good does it do?"We've wrestled with this in […] The post 10 ways to provide instant feedback to students appeared first on Ditch That Textbook.

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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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Grok: Using The AI Tool To Teach

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Grok the AI tool from X and its polarizing owner, Elon Musk offers similar teaching opportunities as other popular generative AI tools, but also has some unique features and advantages that set it apart.

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Asking the right questions: Unlocking the full potential of AI tools

eSchool News

Key points: Asking the right questions is more than just a skill–its a mindset We are all digital immigrants now 25 AI predictions for 2025 For more news on AI in education, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Several years ago, during a flight from Houston to Paris, I had a conversation with the CEO of a prominent Houston-based company. When I mentioned that I was a teacher, I asked him, What skills do you value most when hiring?

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FETC 2025: Work to Intentionally Create Flexible Learning Environments

EdTech Magazine

One attendee at FETC 2025s Friday session on Cognitive Yoga: How Flexible Space Design Fuels Student Success said that in most modern or flexible classrooms, he sees a hodgepodge of mismatched furniture. Presenter Doug Konopelko, a senior manager of education impact for CDW, noted that the best modern learning environments are intentional. He pointed out the classrooms at Flagler County Schools in Florida as a leading example of intentional and well-executed modern design.

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Does Math Class Have To Be Fun All Year?

MiddleWeb

Recently when Michelle Russell noticed that winter had drained the joy from her math classroom, she set out to reignite the glow. Checking with other teachers in person and online, she found tools that work. Trashetball, row games, and buzzer competitions top her new list. The post Does Math Class Have To Be Fun All Year? first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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Design thinking in the 21st century is an imperative

eSchool News

Key points: Design thinking is a human-centered approach to problem-solving 5 ways educators can shrink the critical thinking gap Enhancing media literacy skills in the age of AI For more news on durable skills, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Love it or hate it, many teachers have seen just how much technology has changed the landscape of education.

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Genius Hours: What is it? Why? Quick How-to, and a Lesson Plan (for a small fee)

Ask a Tech Teacher

Genius Hour Overview The Genius Hour Project traditionally sets aside 20% of class time to pursue a topic students are passionate about. An after school setting follows these basics, but adapted to a full-time exploration of the topic. Basics While immersing themselves in a topic they love, Genius Hour also teaches students how to pursue a goal important to them.

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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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States Step Up to Help Schools Fight Hackers

EdTech Magazine

As K12 schools face mounting cybersecurity threats, states are stepping up with a wave of new laws and policies focused on offering them funding, training and IT solutions. According to CoSN, 2023 saw a remarkable surge in legislative activity, with state lawmakers introducing 307 cybersecurity bills for education, marking a 250% increase from 2020.

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Can ‘Math Therapists’ Make a Dent In America’s Declining Math Performance?

Edsurge

Danielle Robinson desperately wants to help math teachers, but its a tough job. An instructional coach for K-5 math teachers in Milwaukee Public Schools in Wisconsin, Robinson can find herself zipping around several of the schools she works with in the city to assist teachers, give workshops or try to help vice principals grasp the nuances of math instruction.

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Can Digital Pencils Really Revolutionize Math Learning for Students?

Digital Promise

The post Can Digital Pencils Really Revolutionize Math Learning for Students? appeared first on Digital Promise.

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Screen-free students: How Spokane Public Schools is helping kids engage in real life

eSchool News

Key points: SPS has redefined student engagement by expanding access and opportunity Taking stock of student mental health 3 tips to combat chronic absenteeism in high schools For more news on student well-being, visit eSN’s SEL & Well-Being hub Social media has connected kids like never before, but what they get in likes and shares, they lose in real, meaningful engagement with their peers and classmates.

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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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FETC 2025: Attendees Share Their Top Takeaways from the Event

EdTech Magazine

This years FETC conference in Orlando, Fla., buzzed with educators, K12 leaders and ed tech specialists. Impressive booths filled the expo hall, featuring the latest innovations in educational technology, and speakers shared highly sought-after expert insights in sessions. While a multitude of these sessions delved into artificial intelligence for todays classrooms, attendees were able to find answers to some of their most pertinent questions on a range of topics.

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Parents of premature babies struggle to get help their children are entitled to

The Hechinger Report

JOLIET, Ill. After several challenging and stressful months in the neonatal intensive care unit, Karen Heath couldnt wait to take her triplet sons home. The boys had been born severely premature at 25 weeks, each weighing a bit over a pound. In the early hours, doctors cautioned they would not survive long. The triplets, thankfully, proved the doctors wrong.

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How Digital Promise Leverages Emerging Technologies that Center Human Agency on International Day of Education

Digital Promise

The post How Digital Promise Leverages Emerging Technologies that Center Human Agency on International Day of Education appeared first on Digital Promise.

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“Ideas Are Easy, It Is Their Implementation That Is Hard”

My Island View

I recently attended a most fulfilling education conference, FETC, The Future of Education Technology Conference. It was enlightening, uplifting, and inspiring. This international conference is a premiere showcase for the latest and greatest in education technology with the best tech advocates, and evangelist educators speaking and presenting for three days.

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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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Crafting technology-driven IEPs

eSchool News

Key points: Creating technology-driven IEPs represents a shift from a traditional process to a transformative process AIs transformative role in accessibility Bringing real-life skills to virtual special education For more on students with special needs, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Individualized Education Plans (IEP) have been the foundation of special education for decades, and the process in which these documents are written has evolved over the years.

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Lead for Diversity: A NJ High School’s Mission for Inclusion Both Inside and Outside School Walls

American Consortium for Equity in Education

By Sophia Briggs At Freehold Township High School in Freehold, NJ, a small yet significant student-led organization is making big strides in their community. Lead for Diversity (LFD), led by educators Professor Angello Villarreal and Mrs. Meghan Kiernan, is a Keep Reading Lead for Diversity: A NJ High Schools Mission for Inclusion Both Inside and Outside School Walls The post Lead for Diversity: A NJ High Schools Mission for Inclusion Both Inside and Outside School Walls appeared first on Americ

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How One District Developed an Advanced Degree Equivalency with Micro-credentials

Digital Promise

The post How One District Developed an Advanced Degree Equivalency with Micro-credentials appeared first on Digital Promise.

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What You Need to Know About Meta Glasses

techlearning

Meta Glasses are one of the newer additions to a growing AI-enabled technology group. Find out how to identify these and what the key features are.

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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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They aren’t bad kids–they just don’t know they’re good kids yet

eSchool News

Key points: “Bad kids” become motivated when adults believe in them and their abilities 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 In the world of education, labels can become self-fulfilling prophecies.

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MBA Enrollments and Completions Tick Upward Reports Validated Insights in New Research

American Consortium for Equity in Education

A new quarterly report from Validated Insights shows that MBA programs are growing again and predicts 3% annual growth through 2030 to reverse earlier declines. CHICAGO January 15, 2025 According to thenewly released reportfrom higher education firmValidated Insights, Masters Keep Reading MBA Enrollments and Completions Tick Upward Reports Validated Insights in New Research The post MBA Enrollments and Completions Tick Upward Reports Validated Insights in New Research appeared first on American

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11 Valentine’s Cards Templates for Kids

Twinkl International Publishing

Looking for adorable and creative Valentine's cards templates for kids? We've curated 11 fantastic resources from Twinkl that are perfect for both parents and teachers. Whether you're planning a classroom Valentine activity or crafting sweet cards at home, these templates are fun, printable, and designed to spark creativity. Explore options like handprint crafts, heart collages, and mindfulness-themed designs to make Valentines Day extra special.

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Midjourney: How to Use It to Teach

techlearning

Midjourney lets you create images using AI to set kids' imaginations free.

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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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FETC Takeaways—POV from the Industry Side

eSchool News

This isnt Chris Kleins first rodeo. As Head of Education U.S. for Avantis Education, he has watched the acronyms at trade shows come and go over the years, and has some strong opinions on the current crop of AR, VR, and yes, AI. His insights drawn from working with districts should be strong content for any school edtech leader. Have a listen: Advantis showcased its latest innovation, Eduverse+, at the 2025 Future of Education Technology Conference (FETC).

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reDesign Launches 2025 National Youth Survey on the Most Valuable Skills to Learn in School

American Consortium for Equity in Education

BOSTON (January 22, 2025) reDesign, an organization supporting competency-based education, launched its 2025 National Youth Survey on the Most Valuable Skills to Learn in School. The survey will collect data on the skills that young adults between the ages Keep Reading reDesign Launches 2025 National Youth Survey on the Most Valuable Skills to Learn in School The post reDesign Launches 2025 National Youth Survey on the Most Valuable Skills to Learn in School appeared first on American Consortiu

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Lunar New Year Learning Unit for Special Education

Twinkl International Publishing

With Lunar New Year around the corner, theres no better time to introduce your students to this vibrant cultural celebration. From crafts to math activities, Twinkl has you covered with resources that are both engaging and adaptable for your learners.

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BETT 2025 Gets the Best from USA EdTech

techlearning

USA EdTech has taken to BETT 2025 to share some of the best the U.S.

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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.