Ethical PD: Doing right by the teachers who do right by the world
Teachers are superheroes. Every day, they rise to the challenge, pouring their hearts into shaping the future. They stay late to grade papers and show up early to…
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Report details uneven AI use among teachers, principals
English/language arts and science teachers were almost twice as likely to say they use AI tools compared to math teachers or elementary teachers of all subjects, according to…
8 questions every student should ask before choosing a college
With College Decision Day approaching, students are bombarded with information--rankings, brochures, campus tours, and advice from every direction.
Key questions that unleash powerful PLCs
With today’s clear academic standards, PLCs no longer need to spend precious time deciding what to teach. Instead, they can focus on other questions, starting with, “Where are…
Fostering metacognition and AI integration for ELLs
By fostering self-awareness and self-regulation, metacognitive strategies empower students to monitor their learning processes, set achievable goals, and adapt their approaches to overcome linguistic and academic challenges.
Navigating AI in education: The future of human teaching
Artificial intelligence brings opportunities and questions to classrooms worldwide. Teachers find AI tools that grade assignments, create lesson plans, and offer personalized student support.
Asking the right questions: Unlocking the full potential of AI tools
Asking the right questions isn’t just a tool for learning; it’s a critical skill that defines success in professional and personal spheres.
Sailing through adversity: 4 Olympic-sized lessons in educational leadership
When Lara Dallman-Weiss and Stuart McNay set sail together at the 2024 Paris Olympics, they weren't just navigating open waters--they were challenging traditional norms in a sport historically…
The 10 most common questions teenagers asked about the election
Throughout 2024, Headway and Chalkbeat, a nonprofit news organization focused on education in America, have been in conversation with teenagers about the upcoming presidential election.
The surprising/unsurprising things education IT leaders have to say
Sometimes, when you ask a question, you get an answer that’s surprising and completely expected at the same time. That’s what happened when we surveyed education technology leaders, and…
4 videos about the nation’s history
Whenever a national historical event or celebration rolls around, it inevitably raises questions about the nation's history, why we observe the holiday, how different traditions formed, and what's…
Despite guidance, generative AI remains a challenge for educators
Teachers are still struggling with generative AI use even with policy-setting and training around the technology, according to new survey research from the Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT).
Missouri Makes the Most of Student Data
Last week, the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), in partnership with SAS, launched the Missouri Data Visualization ... Read more
PowerNotes Launches Composer, an AI-Enriched, Semi-Proctored Writing Tool
(CHICAGO) – PowerNotes, a provider of tools that help students and professionals create high-quality research quickly and efficiently, has added ... Read more
Robbins Transcript
This transcript was created using speech recognition software. While it has been reviewed by human transcribers, it may contain errors. ... Read more
MathWorks and Discovery Museum Renew Long-running Partnership to Bring Hands-on STEM to PreK-8 Classrooms
Acton, MA – Discovery Museum and Natick-based MathWorks announced today their continued partnership to bring the Museum’s Traveling Science Workshops ... Read more
Schoolwork shouldn’t double as screentime
Children get one childhood, and time is one of the most precious resources we have in schools. For these reasons, I am increasingly frustrated that I have next…
OpenAI releases ChatGPT teaching guide
Educators face myriad dilemmas in the wake of ChatGPT's explosion, with some of the most popular including teaching with ChatGPT and how to address student use of AI…
5 spooky Halloween videos for students of all ages
Teachers with classrooms full of students of any age can use TED-Ed Lessons to leverage October's fun events (Friday the 13th in October, anyone?) and speak to students’ different interests.
Find a filter that works for you. 30 Questions to Ask Your Vendor – PDF
Not all filters are equal. If most web filters offer similar features and functions, how do you cut through ... Read more
How educators can navigate AI-driven plagiarism
From the very beginning of its meteoric rise, generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools seemed to stir a universal reaction: How will students use it to cheat? However, students…
15 questions to ask when evaluating communications platforms
The importance of effective home-school communications has never been higher. Families expect to be kept informed of their child’s activities, academic progress, and expectations.
Dear parents: 3 ways AI will show up in your child’s classroom this year
As teachers, we know that the back to school season is a time full of excitement and big emotions about what the year ahead will bring. And we’re…
5 ways AI can help teachers in the classroom
If you’ve spent any time tinkering with artificial intelligence (AI) like I have, you’ve discovered what a powerful and versatile tool it can be for educators. Sometimes, it…
Number crunch: Edtech data you can use right now
UNESCO’S 2023 Global Education Monitoring Report proposes four questions that policymakers and educational stakeholders should reflect upon as technology is being deployed in education; Common Sense Media announces…
5 fun STEM videos for hard-to-engage students
STEM education is a critical topic for all students, but it's also notoriously difficult to engage students in STEM topics--particularly as the content becomes more challenging. But with…
What the F? Grading strategies for early career teachers
According to a recent study, grading is one of the least stressful activities early career teachers have to complete. Grading is time consuming, however, and more grading-related questions…
Does 4 equal 5? Research on impacts of 4-day school weeks
Four-day weeks are becoming more common in school districts, particularly in rural areas of the U.S. Many districts are finding students and families like the shorter school weeks.…
Cool! 6 TED-Ed lessons about the cold
It's January, and in many places, that means cold weather--and possibly some snow. It may be hard to capture students' attention now that most winter breaks are over.
Discovery Museum Celebrates 30 Years of Delivering Hands-On Science in Elementary School Classrooms
Acton, MA – Discovery Museum announced a 30-year milestone for its in-school STEM program, Traveling Science Workshops, having delivered hands-on ... Read more
An OER curriculum brings my students’ lives into our classroom
When I was growing up, I assumed that my teachers knew everything, including all of the “right answers.” Now that I’ve been a teacher for 15 years, I…
9 TED-Ed Lessons about different holiday origins
Most schools are gearing up for December break, and students' attention spans are likely to grow shorter each day. But crafting a video-based lesson that explores different holidays…
8 Questions To Ask About Your School Web Filter
Not all web filtering software is the same. The solution you have in place now might be outdated or might ... Read more
How teachers like me can use AI to improve their teaching
It is easy, as an educator, to get stuck in a rut. In fact, it’s nearly impossible to avoid at some point or another during the school year.
Teachers’ helper: Edtech as TA’s
In this episode of Innovations in Education, hosted by Kevin Hogan: 6 classroom tech tools that help educators’ mental health; 8 questions for educators as they use assessments…
5 school safety questions your district should be prepared to answer
With students and educators reentering their classrooms for the 2022-23 school year, district leaders need to be able to reassure everyone in their school community that school safety…
5 safeguarding tips for schools this year
Criminal cyber groups have made it abundantly clear that there is no type of organization they will not target--he more vulnerable they are, the easier it will be…
5 STEM-based TED-Ed Lessons to close out your school year
School days might seem as if they move at a glacial pace in the countdown to summer break. Some schools ... Read more
How to ignite the fire of student engagement
Recently, a co-worker of mine shared a story from when he was in high school. During one chemistry class his teacher happened to light a small fire within…
How schools can improve infrastructure and air quality as masks come off
As the CDC shifts its recommendations and schoolchildren are no longer required to wear masks in many parts of the country, questions remain about how aging school infrastructure…