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Indiana Department of Education Approves Discovery Education’s Science Techbook for Use in Classrooms Statewide

ET Magazine

Discovery Education announced that the Science Techbook for Indiana for grades 6-8 has been added to the states High Quality Curriculum Materials Advisory List by the Indiana Department of Education and is available for use in classrooms statewide. This dynamic core instructional curriculum was created expressly for Indiana educators and students and is aligned to the Indiana Academic Standards.

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50 Websites About Animals

Ask a Tech Teacher

Here are 50 animal websites for grades K-5, everything from Dinosaurs to the wildly popular Wolfquest ( click here for updates ): 3D Toad3D science study Adaptationsgame Animal Adaptations Animal games Animal Games II Animal games II Animal Games III Animal Habitats Animal homes Animal homes Animal Homes II Animal Homes III Animal puzzle games–cool Animals AnimalsSan Diego Zoo Videos Barnaby and Bellinda Bear Bembos Zoo Build a habitat Build a habitat II Butterfies and habitats Classify an

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AI and cheating: 20 things educators should consider

Ditch That Textbook

AI cheating is something educators everywhere are trying to navigate. How do we get it right? Here are 20 things educators should consider about AI and cheating. "Don't use AI to cheat."Educators have put vague threats like this on their syllabi and on their assignments since generative AI tools like ChatGPT have become more mainstream.There's […] The post AI and cheating: 20 things educators should consider appeared first on Ditch That Textbook.

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University students offload critical thinking, other hard work to AI

The Hechinger Report

Tech evangelists may be dazzled by the promise of AI, but two well-designed new studies one in China and one by a leading AI company signal trouble ahead. The two studies were conducted by a team of international researchers who studied how Chinese students were using ChatGPT to help with English writing, and by researchers at Anthropic, the company behind the AI chatbot Claude.

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Make Tuition Agreements Work Smarter—for Your School and Families

A well-crafted tuition agreement is more than paperwork—it’s a powerful tool for protecting your school and building family confidence. This guide helps private and independent K–12 schools reduce legal risk, improve collections, and foster long-term trust with families. Learn best practices for drafting enforceable agreements, communicating clear expectations, and navigating challenges like payment disputes, custody conflicts, and continuous enrollment.

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Great or gimmick? AI chatbots that mimic historical figures

Dangerously Irrelevant

Here is an excerpt from today’s New York Times article, How Miami Schools Are Leading 100,000 students Into the A.I. Future : Her class at Southwest Miami Senior High School had already read about John F. Kennedy and discussed his campaign for “new frontier” economic and social policies. Now Ms. Lowd asked two dozen 11th graders to open their laptops and type a prompt into Google’s Gemini chatbot: “Act like President Kennedy.

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How instructional audio amps up physical education classes

eSchool News

Key points: Research has shown a critical link between hearing clearly and learning Instructional audio can boost confidence in the classroom How I build relationships with students using instructional audio For more on classroom edtech, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Effective communication is essential for physical education teachers to engage and teach K-12 students.

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Disrupting U.S. schools wasn’t possible before–that may be changing

eSchool News

Key points: Low-end disruptions could shake things up in favor of the customized educational options each student needs to succeed The psychology of Disruptive Innovation Heres what will drive K-12 innovation in 2025 For more on disrupting schools, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership hub This post originally appeared on the Christensen Institute’s blog and is reposted here with permission.

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14 Games For Game-Based Learning By Grade Level

TeachThought - Learn better.

Good candidates for game-based learning games include Portal 2, Civilization VI, Democracy 4, and Assassin's Creed Museum Tour.

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Navigate AI with New Risk Assessments from Common Sense Media

techlearning

A new risk assessment framework from Common Sense Media helps educators become critical, empowered, informed users.

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What Are the AI Century Tasks?

Dr. Shannon Doak

Last weekend, I had the honor of giving the keynote address at the AI in Action conference, hosted by International Education Services and the IB in Shanghai. The session was titled Unlocking AIs Potential to Support Teaching, Learning, and Operations, and it focused on whats possible when educators start treating AI as a thought partnernot just a tool, but something we collaborate with to improve how we work, teach, and learn.

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The Case for Game Design as an Innovative STEAM Teaching Tool

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Searching for innovative ways to deliver integrated STEAM education that also help students attain industry-ready skills? Then this punchy 30-minute thought leadership webinar is for you. Join fellow education leaders as we share: National data on STEAM performance and student engagement that indicates post-pandemic learners are craving inspired intervention 10 research-backed reasons why game design is the leading method for practically teaching integrated STEAM education An inside look at live

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3 Tips to Build A Sustainable Agritech Program

techlearning

Innovative Leader Award - An agritech program encourages hands-on STEM learning to solve real-world problems.

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The Future of AI in Trade Classrooms

The Thinking Stick

This is a topic so nice, Jeff just had to talk about it twice! If you missed last week’s episode you might want to check it out first, it is a great precursor to this conversation where Jeff Utecht explores the integration of AI in trade classrooms, focusing on material selection, safety simulations, and the pedagogical benefits of using AI tools.

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Future-Proofing Businesses With Ai-Powered Marketing Strategies

Mark Smithers

To future-proof your business, you need to embrace AI-powered marketing strategies. AI enhances brand-consumer connections through data analytics and predictive modeling , allowing you to anticipate customer behavior and optimize efforts. Personalization is key; tailored experiences can boost conversion rates by 15%. Automating repetitive tasks frees up resources, leading to increased productivity and up to a 30% rise in conversions.

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More 3-5 year-olds are using social media and consuming online content

Twinkl International Publishing

Ofcom report reveals increase in young peoples consumption of online media and parent concerns about online safety.

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Meeting the Evolving Financial Needs of K-12 Private Schools

Private and independent schools rely on tuition to provide excellent learning experiences for all students, so it’s important to have a tuition and billing management solution that fits the unique needs of your school and families. Learn how the right technology provides the following benefits: Automated invoicing and PCI-compliant payment processing Integrations into financial aid solutions and student information systems Reporting and analytics to provide up-to-date financial insights Read thi

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AI Proctoring: How Artificial Intelligence is Enhancing Remote Proctoring?

Think Exam

Over the last few years, education and professional certification have undergone a dramatic turn from conducting examinations to online assessments. Although such a transition offered numerous benefits, including among others flexibility, scalability, and accessibility, this transition has opened up major concerns regarding integrity and security of remote exams.

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Growth Mindset for Kids

Twinkl International Publishing

In a world that is forever changing and not devoid of challenges, a growth mindset is an act of rebellion, the most powerful legacy we can pass on to the next generation. Let's teach our kids how they can develop one of their own.

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AI In Education Executive Order: What You Need To Know

techlearning

The President’s executive order calls for AI literacy, a national AI challenge, and more.

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26 Fun Primary School Maths Games

Twinkl International Publishing

Looking for fun and engaging primary school maths games that'll help the wee ones wrap their head around the various maths topics? We're here to help! Featuring numbers and simple counting challenges, plus time, measures, shapes and more complicated problems, the following games will support children both inside and outside the classroom. Let's make maths exciting together!

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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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5 Questions To Ask Before Adopting an AI Tool

EdTech Magazine

Artificial Intelligence is an incredibly hot technology, which means IT teams are trying to apply AI tools to almost every problem even those that AI doesnt solve well. Here are five questions to ask about any project before diving in. 1. Is This Tool a Security Risk in K12 Schools? AI developers have been busy putting guardrails on their tools to limit information disclosure or inappropriate use, and users are just as busy trying to get around them.

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Teaching The Seven Wonders of the World To Your Children

Twinkl International Publishing

Broaden your children's horizons and open their eyes to the Seven Wonders of the World! This post tells you all about these historic landmarks and how to teach your kids about them.

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Building Developmental Relationships for Student Success

edWeb.net

Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast Relationships are a foundational part of students school lives, shaping almost everything about their school experience. Positive developmental relationships make students feel included and engaged, while helping them succeed. In the edLeader Panel “ Fostering Relationships for Student Motivation, Well-Being, and a Positive School Climate ,” Sara White, Director of Teacher Development for Minnetonka Public Schools (MN), Dr.

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The Assessment And Rating Process - National Quality Area One Insights

Twinkl International Publishing

During an Assessment and Rating visit, authorised officers gather insights into the quality of your service across three key areas: written documentation, daily practice and conversations. For NQA1: - your written story should show intentional planning, alignment with learning frameworks and reflection on childrens learning and development; - your day in motion must demonstrate effective teaching strategies, children actively engaged in hands-on learning and meaningful, responsive interactions;

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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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Trigg County Public Schools Deploys ZeroEyes’ AI Gun Detection and Intelligent Situational Awareness Technology

eSchool News

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 byTrigg CountyPublic Schools (TCPS) inKentuckyto proactively protect students, teachers, visitors, and staff against gun-related threats.

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45% of UK adults support removal of free school meals for all KS1 children

Twinkl International Publishing

YouGov survey reveals support for the removal of universal free school meals.

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Facing Cuts to Vital Online Resources, School Librarians Look to States for Help

Edsurge

There arent as many librarians in schools as there used to be. At first it wasnt as noticeable, as the reductions were local and the losses were absorbed by teachers. Nor did it happen all at once: Roles were left vacant after retirements, or they were replaced with lower paid aides or support staff. During the transition to digital learning, school librarians struggled to articulate why their roles were still essential to schools, which left them easy targets when districts faced funding shortf

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Super Simple Back-To-School Crafts

Twinkl International Publishing

Check out our easy back-to-school crafts to help make those first few days fun and inviting. Find something everyone in your class will enjoy making.

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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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National Reconciliation Week - Introducing Twinkl’s Reconciliation Action Plan

Twinkl International Publishing

Reconciliation is everybodys business. National Reconciliation Week is a time for reflection, learning, and actionhonouring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and strengthening relationships across communities. At Twinkl, we are on a journey toward reconciliation. Will you walk with us?

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50 Surat untuk Kakak OSIS MPLS, Template Tinggal Download!

Twinkl International Publishing

Artikel ini berisi 50 inspirasi surat untuk kakak OSIS MPLS yang bisa kamu gunakan sebagai referensi. Tersedia berbagai gaya penulisan seperti surat lucu, formal, singkat, haru, hingga surat untuk kakak OSIS perempuan atau laki-laki.

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Can I work from home as a teacher?

Twinkl International Publishing

An exploration into how flexible working can work in schools.

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Report explores how parents are keeping children safe online

Twinkl International Publishing

Ofcom report considers how parental controls are being used and how much understanding of online life young people have.

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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.