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The secrets to driving student success with modern networks!

Modern campus networks drive success with digital tools and technologies that deliver reliable and flexible student-centric learning opportunities. Learn how ... Read more

Digital Learning Tools

How Canva makes my life as an educator easier

Digital tools and resources like Canva are instrumental in ensuring classrooms are dynamic, connected, and supportive learning environments.

By now, you have likely heard of Canva (if you haven’t, please check out this resource, then come back). A couple of years ago, I was introduced to…

Live @ ISTE 2024

Best of ISTE24: AR and VR Continue to Get Real

While the acronym AI continued to take up the most oxygen in the convention hall this summer in Denver, augmented ... Read more

AI in Education

A taxonomy for using AI in education

The expansion of generative AI tools in education illustrates the diverse ways in which it can be integrated into learning environments.

Educators and institutions are grappling with how best to integrate AI into the learning environment while balancing innovation with ethical considerations, assessment concerns, and instructor comfort.

AI in Education

How to combat misuse of AI in student writing

At ISTELive 24, AI is all around--but so are vetted educator resources to teach students how to use AI as a student writing tool.

As AI cements itself firmly into classrooms, one large and lingering question concerns when and how students can use it appropriately. It takes only seconds to plug a…

ViewSonic ClassSwift Software: Gain Insight to Student Learning & Progress

ViewSonic ClassSwift™ software helps teachers create instructional next steps, reduce prep time, and maximize learning. With real-time interactive tools such ... Read more

Newsline

AI Educational Partnership to Elevate Classroom Presentations, Assessments

BEAVER, Pa. and SUNNYVALE, Calif./PRNewswire/ — As artificial intelligence begins its disruption of curriculum development, Lincoln Learning Solutions and Prof Jim are positioning themselves ... Read more

Student Well-Being

Motivating students using the Self-Determination Theory

Leveraging the self-determination theory can help students reignite their passion for learning and empowers students to thrive.

In the ever-evolving landscape of education, one prevailing challenge persists: motivating students. The last few years have witnessed a noticeable shift in student behavior, consisting of apathy, absenteeism,…

AI in Education

4 ways to ensure academic integrity as AI tools gain popularity

An educator shares the ins and outs of how to preserve academic integrity in an online learning environment with AI in the mix.

In a recent report by ACT Inc., high school students have been quick to embrace artificial intelligence (AI), with 46 percent saying they use AI tools to help…

Student Well-Being

Science-backed scalable tools improve student mental health

Equipping school leaders with research-based student mental health solutions empowers their ability to address challenges effectively.

In the face of constrained time and resources, decision-makers in the K-20 education sector require accessible, cost-effective, and efficient solutions to tackle their most urgent challenges. Among these…

Newsline

The National Center on Intensive Intervention Adds Classworks® Evidence-Based Reading Intervention to Academic Interventions Tools Chart

Classworks®, an award-winning special education and tiered intervention platform, is validated by the National Center on Intensive Intervention (NCII) as ... Read more

Learn about Interactive Flat Panel Displays Designed for Schools

Robust collaboration, extensive connectivity, combining the latest technology and packed with everything a classroom requires. Our displays are designed to ... Read more

AI in Education

6 ways you’re already using AI in the classroom

AI has been an integral part of adaptive learning tools in the classroom for years--here are some you're probably already using.

Many educators are cautiously optimistic about AI, indicating that they'd like more guidance to effectively integrate it into their instructional strategies. But while generative AI tools like ChatGPT…

Newsline

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

AI in Education

AI: Can it think like your students do?

The true revolution lies in using AI to empower and elevate the minds of our students--here's how to navigate that path.

Since researchers at Carnegie Mellon University helped invent AI in the 1950s, AI has been transforming how we learn, work, and play--and that change is now happening at…

AI in Education

Friday 5: Tracking AI in education

It seems as if we hear about AI in education every day, if not every hour. AI's rise in popularity has brought with it questions about ethics, and…

AI in Education

Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing education with innovative approaches to teaching and learning. AI in education is used to enhance personalized learning experiences, streamline administrative tasks, and provide…

AI in Education

What is the Conclusion of Artificial Intelligence in Education?

When we think about AI in education, we think about how AI is offering innovative tools and solutions. From personalized learning experiences to automated grading systems, AI is…

AI in Education

What is the Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Students?

The impact of AI in education and on students is profound, influencing their educational experiences and personal development. From personalized learning to innovative tools, AI is reshaping how…

AI in Education

4 lessons learned about AI in 2023

Educators may never truly trust AI when it comes to the generative tool's place in classroom learning, but we are sure going to use it.

As a forward-thinker in the realm of education, I’m constantly exploring how emerging tools and strategies shape learning. Each year I share my predictions about these trends.

Digital Learning

Learning in the Digital Age

In today’s digital age, learning has gone through a profound transformation, reshaping traditional educational models. Technology’s omnipresence has brought forth a new era of accessibility.

Newsline

Ulster BOCES Earns Prestigious ‘Deeper Learning Designation’ from Deeper Learning Global

NEW PALTZ, NY – Ulster BOCES is thrilled to announce that it has been honored with the prestigious Deeper Learning ... Read more

K-12 Tech Innovation News

What tools and technology are used for teaching?

In K-12 education, a diverse array of tools and technologies enhance teaching methodologies, creating dynamic and engaging learning environments. Educational software, interactive whiteboards, and learning management systems facilitate…

K-12 Tech Innovation News

Why are technology tools important in teaching and learning?

Technology tools have become indispensable in K-12 teaching and learning, revolutionizing educational landscapes. These tools provide dynamic resources that cater to diverse learning styles, enhancing engagement and comprehension.…

STEM & STEAM Trends

Building a representative STEM pipeline needs to start in kindergarten

Efforts to fulfill a STEM pipeline cannot begin in college--we need more thoughtfulness and action occurring in K-12.

I believe that the low supply of STEM professionals can be attributed to significant barriers to entry originating in educational settings--this is to no fault of teachers and…

AI in Education

How educators can navigate AI-driven plagiarism

Students who learn to use AI responsibly and skillfully to create authentic, integrity-based work will benefit beyond a single assignment or grade

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…

AI in Education

Coming out of the AI closet: A scholar’s embrace of ChatGPT-4

ChatGPT-4 and AI tools bring with them a new level of assistance--along with a clear message that the future is already unfolding.

ChatGPT-4 has ushered in a new era of brainstorming, structuring, and drafting academic papers. Understanding that this cannot be equated to outsourcing my work to AI is crucial.

AI in Education

Transhumanism and AI in education: Revolutionary leap or ethical abyss?

Education is at the start of an AI journey that demands technological innovation and ethical courage as it navigates transhumanism.

We collectively stand in the beginning stages of academic and technological innovation. Universities and labs across the globe are stirring a revolution. Transhumanism, a philosophy advocating for human…

Interactive Displays with Features
Designed for Teachers

Optoma’s interactive displays are designed to fit the needs of teachers and students. Don’t settle for a complicated whiteboard with ... Read more

SolarWinds Hybrid Cloud Observability

Robust monitoring empowers schools to safeguard sensitive student data and uphold privacy standards. SolarWinds Observability streamlines IT management, bolstering operational ... Read more

Trauma-Informed Teaching

Digital tools are a vehicle–not a standalone solution–for trauma-responsive care in schools

Educators can use digital tools as they guide trauma-responsive care and help children recover from traumatic events.

Schools play a vital role in nurturing the well-being of their students. And, as the primary setting where children spend a significant portion of their time, schools are…

AI in Education

4 AI-powered language tools I use in my classroom

Despite concerns about academic dishonesty, AI writing tools can help students, and educators should feel comfortable trying them.

Since the release of OpenAI’s ChatGPT several months ago, there’s been an almost-complete panic in academic circles about the possibility (and sometimes, the reality) of students using AI-powered…

AI in Education

We gave AI detectors a try–here’s what we found

AI detection is generating debates around AI's place in education--here's what happens when AI content is run through AI detection tools

Nearly every school or university faculty is having at least a few conversations about how to address a world rich in easy-to-use artificial intelligence tools that can generate…

Building & Campus Security

4 considerations for school safety solutions

Non-negotiable features of effective school safety technology include measures for prevention, preparedness, and response.

Recent school safety data revealed that during one school year, more than 900,000 violent incidents – such as physical attacks and fights (with or without a weapon) –…

K-12 Cybersecurity

Preparing for ransomware attacks begins with education

There are several tools administrators can use to counter the threats of ransomware attacks and their potential to interfere with operations.

The biggest threat to K-12 schools’ cybersecurity is, ironically, education. It’s an expensive deficit. But there are funds and tools to help.

Emergency Planning & Response

How our school handled the chaos of an active shooter hoax

A principal recounts how a tech tool helped ensure clear communication during an initial emergency--later revealed as an active shooter hoax.

I was in a meeting when I heard the sirens. I immediately excused myself and saw the first squad car screech to a halt in front of our…

Machine Learning in Education

AI writing tools can be disruptive–here are 5 ways to counteract their influence

Educators are concerned about the influence AI tools and AI writing will have on education and how its negative effects could be detrimental to students

The discussion around the influence of AI writing on education has never been so active – all thanks to the launch of ChatGPT last year. The tool is…

Curriculum & Assessment

How schools can respond to ChatGPT with inquiry-based learning

To make education relevant in a ChatGPT world, schools should look to existing pedagogical best practices, including inquiry-based learning.

The rise of ChatGPT promises to bring simplicity to the more mundane tasks of human existence and has also revived with new fervor an enduring question of our…

Machine Learning in Education

Can technology help schools prevent AI-based cheating?

In response to ChatGPT and similar tools, Turnitin has released new AI writing detection capabilities within its software

Since the public release of ChatGPT took the world by storm last fall, many educators have worried about students using the highly advanced, artificially intelligent chatbot for cheating…

How Canva makes my life as an educator easier

Best of ISTE24: AR and VR Continue to Get Real

A taxonomy for using AI in education

How to combat misuse of AI in student writing

AI Educational Partnership to Elevate Classroom Presentations, Assessments

Motivating students using the Self-Determination Theory

4 ways to ensure academic integrity as AI tools gain popularity

Science-backed scalable tools improve student mental health

The National Center on Intensive Intervention Adds Classworks® Evidence-Based Reading Intervention to Academic Interventions Tools Chart

6 ways you’re already using AI in the classroom

PowerNotes Launches Composer, an AI-Enriched, Semi-Proctored Writing Tool

AI: Can it think like your students do?

Friday 5: Tracking AI in education

AI in Education

What is the Conclusion of Artificial Intelligence in Education?

What is the Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Students?

4 lessons learned about AI in 2023

Learning in the Digital Age

Ulster BOCES Earns Prestigious ‘Deeper Learning Designation’ from Deeper Learning Global

What tools and technology are used for teaching?

Why are technology tools important in teaching and learning?

Building a representative STEM pipeline needs to start in kindergarten

How educators can navigate AI-driven plagiarism

Coming out of the AI closet: A scholar’s embrace of ChatGPT-4

Transhumanism and AI in education: Revolutionary leap or ethical abyss?

Digital tools are a vehicle–not a standalone solution–for trauma-responsive care in schools

4 AI-powered language tools I use in my classroom

We gave AI detectors a try–here’s what we found

4 considerations for school safety solutions

Preparing for ransomware attacks begins with education

How our school handled the chaos of an active shooter hoax

AI writing tools can be disruptive–here are 5 ways to counteract their influence

How schools can respond to ChatGPT with inquiry-based learning

Can technology help schools prevent AI-based cheating?

Why interactive solutions are a smarter investment for schools

ClassMate by World Book Recognized with Prestigious ISTE Seal

School Specialty Honors Top Educators with 12th Annual Crystal Apple Awards

Follett Content Accelerates Public Library Strategy

Celebrating Teachers: Nominate Outstanding Educators for Crystal Apple Awards

School Specialty Expands Learning Beyond the Screen with New Outdoor Furniture Line

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