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Harnessing generative AI to revolutionize educator growth

eSchool News

Key points: Generative AI is redefining educator professional development by offering tools and strategies to create smarter, more impactful learning opportunities Teachers: Its time to make friends with AI A look at one schools innovative approach to PD For more on AI in education, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Generative artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping education as we know it.

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How to use Digital Quick Writes–the video

Ask a Tech Teacher

How to use Digital Quick Writes This video is from a series I taught for school districts. It is now available for free, here on Ask a Tech Teacher: summarized by NoteGPT Summary In this video, Jacqui Murray discusses the concept of quick writes as a dynamic and engaging way to teach writing in the classroom. Quick writes are short, spontaneous writing exercises that allow students to express their thoughts and ideas without the pressure of formal writing tasks.

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FETC 2025: Ways To Bring AI into your K–12 District

EdTech Magazine

For all of the ways artificial intelligence is exhilarating and groundbreaking in education, it can be intimidating and alienating for many K12 teachers. For this reason, district leaders must be intentional when they introduce AI tools to their staff. At FETC 2025 in Orlando, Fla., tech specialists who successfully implemented AI in their own districts shared strategies with eager-to-learn attendees.

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Most Popular EdSurge Podcast Episodes of 2024

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Can I have your attention? The challenge of getting and keeping the attention of students in schools and colleges was the topic of several of our most popular episodes of the EdSurge Podcast over the past year. Part of that involved the question of whether schools should ban smartphones one of the biggest policy debates of the year in K-12 education.

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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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FETC 2025: Make School Safety Improvements From the Outside In

EdTech Magazine

Overhauling your schools physical safety strategies and technologies can seem like a massive undertaking, especially in older buildings. The average age of schools in my former district is 57 years. What we call our four new schools are 25 years old, said Kacey Sensenich, retired CTO of North Carolinas Rockingham County Schools. Presenting a session titled EVERY Second Counts: Ensuring the Safety and Security of Our Schools on Thursday, Sensenich encouraged FETC 2025 attendees in Orlando, Fla.,

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Gale Receives Platinum in 2025 Modern Library Awards from LibraryWorks for the Fourth Consecutive Year

eSchool News

FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich. Gale , part of Cengage Group, is pleased to announce that it has received four platinum awards in LibraryWorks eleventh annual Modern Library Awards (MLAs) for its adult learning and youth large print resources. The MLAs were created to recognize the top products and services in the library industry in a truly unbiased format.

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From the Show Floor—AVer’s Latest EdTech Solutions

eSchool News

M11WB Wireless Document Camera: Featuring a rechargeable, removable battery, the M11WB delivers unparalleled flexibility and portability, allowing educators to create interactive lessons anywhere. AmpliWave Go Portable Classroom Audio System: Compact and powerful, this solution amplifies classroom engagement, ensuring every student hears with crystal clarity.

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FETC Edtech Show & Tell

techlearning

New edtech products introduced at FETC that have caught our attention

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How AI Has Gone To The Dogs

eSchool News

One highlight from FETC’s Startup Pavilion is Florida-based Scholar Education, which uses AI chatbot dogs to help tutor students and give feedback to teachers. How it works: A friendly AI-powered classroom assistant provides academic guidance and encourages engagement. The AI dogs will deliver daily reports to parents so they can see feedback on their kids’ learning, creating a direct line of communication between home and school.

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2025 Malaysia Lunar New Year | The Difference Between Lunar New Year and Western New Year

Twinkl International Publishing

Lunar New Year, one of the most important festivals in China, is celebrated not only in China but also widely by Chinese communities overseas. In multicultural countries like Malaysia and Singapore, the celebrations are especially vibrant and full of local flavor.

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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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The FAFSA is finally easier–but that’s still not enough

eSchool News

Key points: The cost barriers of actually attending college remain stacked far too high Students want more career-connected learning Students need clarity on their postsecondary pathways For more on college readiness, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) has long been the starting line for millions of students on the path to higher education.

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2025马来西亚农历新年|农历新年与西方新年有什么区别?

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19+ Atividades de Volta às Aulas Para o Ensino Infantil

Twinkl International Publishing

No blog de hoje, apresentamos atividades criativas e dinmicas para engajar os alunos desde o primeiro dia de aula, como relatrios de frias, jogos interativos e projetos colaborativos, tornando o incio do ano letivo mais divertido para os pequenos!

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10 idées d'activités pour le Nouvel An chinois 2025 avec les enfants

Twinkl International Publishing

Dcouvrez nos 10 ides d'activits faire avec les enfants l'occasion du Nouvel An chinois 2025 sous le signe du serpent de bois

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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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KS2 English SATs Papers Explained

Twinkl International Publishing

Are you looking to understand the English SATs papers and support your child in preparing for them? Read on for our helpful guide, and check out the Twinkl Study Squad: The complete revision toolkit for amazing bite-sized revision resources. Lets get SATs-ready together.

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Lunar New Year activity ideas, including facts about snakes!

Twinkl International Publishing

Discover some lunar new year activity ideas, including facts about snakes, as this blog covers both. From interactive PPP to activity sheets, theyre all here!

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Finding balance: How circus skills helped one early years educator combat burnout and embrace life beyond the classroom

Twinkl International Publishing

Shna Walker, experienced early years educator and leader, shares how discovering circus skills led to a better work-life balance.

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Twinkl Parents Ages 5 - 7 Newsletter - New Lunar Year

Twinkl International Publishing

Twinkl Parents Ages 5 - 7 Newsletter - New Lunar Year

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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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Twinkl Parents Ages 2–5 Newsletter – Year of the Snake

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Twinkl Parents Ages 25 Newsletter Year of the Snake

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Twinkl Parents Ages 7 - 9 Newsletter - Handwriting Heroes!

Twinkl International Publishing

Twinkl Parents Ages 7 - 9 Newsletter - Handwriting Heroes!

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Twinkl Parents Ages 9 - 11 Newsletter - Let's Write!

Twinkl International Publishing

Twinkl Parents Ages 9 - 11 Newsletter - Let's Write!

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Twinkl Parents Wellbeing Newsletter - Looking After Yourself as a Parent

Twinkl International Publishing

Twinkl Parents Wellbeing Newsletter - Looking After Yourself as a Parent

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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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20 of the Coolest Science Fair Ideas for National Science Week

Twinkl International Publishing

20 of the coolest Science fair ideas for National Science Week for you to uncover.

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