Ditch That Textbook

APRIL 17, 2025

Lesson planning can be a chore.But unit planning? That can be an even bigger headache, with so many standards to integrate, big-picture goals to achieve, curriculum to align.Now, what about curriculum planning. Putting units together in a cohesive whole so that EVERYTHING is aligned. everything is accounted for. the boxes are all […] The post 10 factors to consider when lesson planning with AI appeared first on Ditch That Textbook.

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eSchool News

APRIL 14, 2025

Key points: Standards-aligned lessons use virtual museum visits as a foundation for deep language learning Fostering metacognition and AI integration for ELLs Revolutionizing storytelling with AI: Empowering ELLs For more news on ELLs, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Art has a unique power in the ESL classroom–a magic that bridges cultures, ignites imagination, and breathes life into language.

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eSchool News

APRIL 14, 2025

Key points: Every privacy program needs leadership to champion the work Is your district safeguarding student data? Protecting our students: The urgency of securing education data For more news on data privacy, visit eSN’s IT Leadership hub In the year 2025, no one should have to be convinced that protecting data privacy matters. For education institutions, its really that simple of a priority–and that complicated.

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Think Exam

APRIL 16, 2025

Introduction: Online CBT Tests account for a significant portion of current academic and professional evaluations. Virtual schooling is taking over the world, and it is only appropriate that learning institutions and other authorities find fast and safe methods of conducting tests. The use of Virtual Reality (VR) technologies has resulted in a significant shift […] The post How Virtual Reality (VR) is Enhancing Online CBT Tests?

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Digital Promise

APRIL 17, 2025

The post Getting Ahead of AI: Strategies to Foster Critical Thinking and Academic Integrity appeared first on Digital Promise.

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eSchool News

APRIL 17, 2025

Lumio by SMART Technologies, a cloud-based learning platform that enhances engagement on student devices, recently announced a new feature for its Spark plan. This new offering integrates AI Assist, an advanced tool designed to save teachers time and elevate student engagement through AI-generated quiz-based activities and assessments. Designing effective quizzes takes timeespecially when crafting well-balanced multiple-choice questions with plausible wrong answers to encourage critical thinking

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Think Exam

APRIL 16, 2025

Introduction: 1. The Growth of AI-Based Exam Monitoring: AI-Based Exam Monitoring is reshaping the way examinations are administered. Educational institutions, assessing bodies, and more have found AI to be the answer for exam invigilation a fair, secure, and efficient way. Think Proctor by Think Exam is part of the change to smarter monitoring […] The post Overcoming Language Barriers in AI-Based Exam Monitoring appeared first on.

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Digital Promise

APRIL 14, 2025

Digital Promise staff share key takeaways from the 2025 AI K12 Deeper Learning Summit, which emphasized tangible AI applications for educators.

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APRIL 14, 2025

By offloading some of the daily mental tasks to AI, you can save time and free up brainpower for the things that matter most

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 18, 2025

Summer STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics), is a week-long, overnight camp at USNA each year for students currently in the 7th-10th grades. Here’s information from the USNA website: Engineering is all about creating, building, and making things better! So what does it take to be an engineer? If you like math and science, you are off to a great start.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 13, 2025

Who doesn't look forward to PD days? While some educators do, I have the feeling that many of you cringe at the thought. Recently, on my podcast Unpacking the Backpack , I discussed the pitfalls of professional development (PD) after revisiting a blog post I wrote in 2021. Listen on Spotify or wherever you access your favorite podcasts. You can also read the original blog post HERE.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 15, 2025

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. Love to Learn is the #1 New release on Amazon in Early Childhood Education. Isabelle C. Hau is the author of this book about the Transformative Power of Care and Connection in Early Education. She has so many great things to say!

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Digital Promise

APRIL 16, 2025

The post Announcing the 2025 Ciena Solutions Challenge Sustainability Awards appeared first on Digital Promise.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 15, 2025

Many Christians celebrate Jesus Christ’s resurrection on Easter Sunday. To non-Christians (or non-traditional Christians), that event signifies a rebirth of spring that is filled with joy and gifts — and chocolate! Overall, it is America’s most-popular holiday with Christmas a close second. Here’s a good mixture of games, lesson plans, stories, and songs that can be blended into many academic subjects (for updates on Easter-themed websites, click here ): 18+ Interactive E

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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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eSchool News

APRIL 18, 2025

Key points: K-12 GenAI adoption rates have grown–but so have concerns A new era for teachers as AI disrupts instruction With AI coaching, a math platform helps students tackle tough concepts For more news on GenAI, visit eSN’s AI in Education hub Almost 3 in 5 K-12 educators (55 percent) have positive perceptions about GenAI, despite concerns and perceived risks in its adoption, according to updated data from Cengage Group ‘s AI in Education research series, which regularly eva

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TeacherCast

APRIL 17, 2025

Do you remember your last epiphany? That moment whenwhether walking or drivingeverything suddenly clicks and the world makes perfect sense? Well, yesterday I had one of those moments, and I can't wait to share it with you. Discover how to combine Canva and Google Sites for stunning websites. Elevate your digital presence with easy design tips and tricks!

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MiddleWeb

APRIL 15, 2025

Just like Top Gun Maverick had to trust his jets tech while employing his instincts and training, teachers are learning how to fly with AI as a co-pilot. The responsibility lies with us to adjust AI's suggestions. Curtis Chandler offers dozens of teacher-tested prompts to get started. The post These AI Prompts Can Support Your Teaching first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 16, 2025

A 2023 SHRM (a human resources group) survey found that 52% of HR professionals say spelling errors in applications lowered candidate appeal. A 2024 Journal of Educational Psychology study showed that students with strong spelling and writing skills were 25% more likely to secure college scholarships. One more: A 2019 NAEP writing assessment found only 27% of 8th graders scored proficient or above, unchanged from 2011. x Too often, students think spelling is solved by the red squiggly lines that

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The Hechinger Report

APRIL 13, 2025

Taking college courses through dual enrollment has been the most rewarding part of my high school experience so far. As a teenager at Lake Nona High School in Orlando, I get to explore my interests in public relations and communications by taking courses at a nearby community college, Valencia. Dual enrollment in college classrooms is helping me save money on college, and it also helped me get an after-school tutoring job at Kumon my mentors in Valencia College s tutoring program inspired me and

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TeacherCast

APRIL 15, 2025

Use Google Sheets to create interactive timelines that enhance student understanding of historical events, with steps for setup, chart creation, customization, and classroom applications like project management and curriculum planning. Troubleshooting tips are also provided for common issues. The post Create a Dynamic Timeline with Google Sheets: A Teacher’s Guide to Visual Planning appeared first on TeacherCast Educational Network.

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Shake Up Learning

APRIL 18, 2025

The post FREE AI-Powered End-of-Year Checklist for Teachers appeared first on Shake Up Learning. Finish the School Year Strong with This Free AI-Powered Checklist! Wrap up your school year with less stress and more confidence! The AI-Powered End-of-Year Checklist for Teachers is your free, all-in-one guide to staying organized, finishing strong, and even planning aheadwith help from AI.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 14, 2025

Starting tomorrow, on my writer’s blog, WordDreams , my wonderful efriends are helping me launch my latest prehistoric fiction, Badlands. Early reviews… “Your best ever” –husby (you say he said the same thing last time? I don’t remember) “…prehistoric man takes on nature in all her fury and survives.” –Sandra Cox I’ll be visiting writer friend blogs April 15-26th.

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ET Magazine

APRIL 16, 2025

Discovery Education presents a new collection of free, high-quality digital resources and a unique virtual event to support students exploration of the natural world on Earth Day and beyond. Discovery Education is the creator of essential K-12 learning solutions used in classrooms around the world. The resources in Discovery Education Experience , the essential companion for engaged K-12 classrooms, include: Earth Day Channel : This curated collection features on-demand events, videos, images, V

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The Hechinger Report

APRIL 16, 2025

What if colleges started applying to you instead of the other way around? The anxiety-inducing college admissions game is changing. With declining birth rates and growing skepticism about the value of a degree, higher education is facing an enrollment cliff, set to hit hard in 2026. Thats 18 years after the Great Recession, when many American families stopped having babies.

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eSchool News

APRIL 15, 2025

Wayne, Pa. (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Frontline Education , a leading provider of administration software purpose-built for educators in K-12,today announced that Chris Collins has been named the companys new Chief Customer Officer (CCO). Chris brings over 30 years of experience in customer success, operations, and service innovation across the software industry, having held leadership roles at Tricentis, Ellucian, Medallia, and CA Technologies.

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The Thinking Stick

APRIL 14, 2025

Jeff Utecht and Aaron Makelky discuss the integration of AI in education, focusing on how teachers can effectively leverage technology to enhance student learning. Aaron shares his journey as a high school social studies teacher and how he began using AI tools like ChatGPT in his classroom. They explore the importance of teaching AI literacy, the need for structured learning environments, and the challenges of ensuring equitable access to technology for all students.

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Brainscape

APRIL 14, 2025

Got a stack of study notes, textbooks, or digital research papers you’d like to consolidate and transform into a powerful study asset? Before you spend hours manually creating flashcards, we’ve got a better idea! With Brainscape’s AI flashcard generator , you can now convert images of text to flashcards in seconds. Whether it’s a photo of your class notes, a textbook chapter, or even a whiteboard from your last lecture, Brainscape helps you turn static images of text

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Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler

APRIL 16, 2025

One of the best ways to get students more involved in their learning is to let them make choices. Its simple. If students dont care about the task, they wont put in their best effort. Thats why I love the strategy of student choice in questioning. Instead of handing students a list of questions to. Read more The post How Student Choice in Questioning Sparks Deeper Engagement appeared first on Teacher Tech with Alice Keeler.

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Turnitin

APRIL 16, 2025

Discover how revealing the story behind student submissions supports student accountability, and learn strategies to encourage meaningful learning in your classroom.

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MiddleWeb

APRIL 13, 2025

When we teach mathematics the way we were taught in school, are our students really doing math? Coach Mona Iehl shares the strategies she uses to engage kids in learning, going beyond superficial procedures and worksheets to explore, discuss, and even have fun in math class. The post I Stopped Teaching Math the Way I Was Taught first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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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.

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