Disrupting U.S. schools wasn’t possible before–that may be changing
As Robert Pondiscio observed recently, K–12 schools have largely been spared Disruptive Innovation of the sort that has transformed everything from retail to consumer package goods, telecommunications, computing, steel, newspapers, and more.
Trigg County Public Schools Deploys ZeroEyes’ AI Gun Detection and Intelligent Situational Awareness Technology
ZeroEyes, the creators of the first AI-based gun detection video analytics platform to earn the full U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, announced recently that its proactive gun detection and intelligent situational awareness solution has been deployed by Trigg…
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Disrupting U.S. schools wasn’t possible before–that may be changing
As Robert Pondiscio observed recently, K–12 schools have largely been spared Disruptive Innovation of the sort that has transformed everything from retail to consumer package goods, telecommunications, computing, steel, newspapers, and more.
Empowering school staff with emergency response protocols
Safety response protocols are foundational to creating a culture of safety in schools. District leaders should adopt and implement response protocols that cover all types of emergencies.
Students, educators feel positive about AI’s impact, but fear its misuse
A new survey highlights a demand for clear guidelines around ethical and responsible AI use, as well as a disconnect in how AI use is perceived–balancing positivity about its impact with concern.
At a grim time for math test scores, these districts buck the trend
In early February, seventh grade math teacher Jamie Gallimore tried something new: She watched herself teach class. The idea had come from Ed Baker, district math coach at Tennessee’s Weakley County Schools.
The business (and busy-ness) of education
We often hear we should run our schools more like a business. It is intended to mean that we become more efficient and that we streamline our efforts to focus on what is essential and discharge anything superfluous.
Video game design boosts students’ literacy skills
Teachers generally frown upon students who play video games in class, but a public school in the Bronx has found a way to use video game design as an educational tool–and the results are astounding.
Beyond grades: Helping families support students academically
Five years ago, the COVID-19 virus was declared a pandemic, and we quickly retreated into our homes, shuttered schools, and socially isolated. The lasting effects of this isolation continue to shape our society, nowhere more visibly than in America’s schools.
The pros and cons of DEI in education
Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives have become integral to educational institutions across the United States. DEI aims to foster environments where all students can thrive regardless of their backgrounds.
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Advancing digital equity through teacher leadership
Meaningful opportunities for teachers to build expertise and leadership beyond their classroom add to a sense of professionalism and fulfillment. In an age when the role of technology in education is rapidly changing, why not allow teachers to lead the way?
Engaging the reluctant reader: Benefits of gamified learning in literacy education
On average, about 25 percent of children in the early grades struggle with reading. These students are often reluctant readers because they find the process complicated, and they lack confidence in their abilities.
With AI coaching, a math platform helps students tackle tough concepts
Math is a fundamental part of K-12 education, but students often face significant challenges in mastering increasingly challenging math concepts.
Fighting chronic absenteeism with data-driven insights–and a little fun, too
Chronic absenteeism remains a widespread challenge in schools across the country, but in Wisconsin, Racine Unified School District’s Julian Thomas Elementary and Jerstad-Agerholm Middle School are demonstrating that innovative, data-driven approaches can make a difference.
