The CoolCatTeacher

JULY 10, 2025

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. The conversation around artificial intelligence in education has evolved from fear and uncertainty to practical implementation and ethical considerations. In this episode of Cool Cat Teacher Talk, I sit down with two trusted voices on educational technology and AI: Eric Curts from Ohio and Gabriel Carrillo from San Antonio, Texas.

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Digital Promise

JULY 8, 2025

Our Work Reports Blog About Activating the following search input element will open the search modal. Site search input box. Popular Searches Research Digital Equity Micro-credentials Inclusive Innovation Networks & Programs League of Innovative Schools Verizon Innovative Learning Schools Activating the following search input element will open the search modal.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 9, 2025

Artificial intelligence is shaping the world we live in, and its impact is being felt in K–12 classrooms across the country. School leaders are deliberating how best to use, teach and secure AI through the lens of maximizing its value for students and K–12 infrastructure. At ISTELive 25 in San Antonio, five K–12 IT influencers gathered to share their thoughts on the technology.

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A Principal's Reflections

JULY 10, 2025

I remember when I got my first Blackberry phone in 2007. Things sure have changed a great deal since then. The pace of change in our world is relentless, and education is no exception. As leaders, we are constantly tasked with preparing learners for a future that is volatile, uncertain, and complex. I share the following in Disruptive Thinking in Our Classrooms : “To prepare students for the present and future they need to become disruptive thinkers where they can replace conventional ideas with

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This article explores how educators can ethically and effectively integrate generative AI into higher education using the RESPECT and CREATE frameworks, fostering student co-creation, critical thinking, and inclusive course design through backward design.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 4, 2025

Like every year, I exuberantly celebrate America’s birthday. I’d say times are tough here in the US, but that seems to be true everywhere in the world. So, I won’t complain. I will enjoy the love of America as all of my international friends love their homeland. This one–Chris Stapleton–10 Million views since Super Bowl 2023: I want to include all my efriends from Canada in the celebrations though I’m a few days late for Canada Day: July 1 is Canada Day.

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Edsurge

JULY 10, 2025

As classrooms across America become increasingly diverse, with growing populations of multilingual learners and students from various cultural backgrounds, school districts face a critical challenge: selecting educational technology that truly serves all students. According to the latest data from the National Center for Education Statistics, there were 5.3 million English learners in K-12 public schools in the fall of 2021, up from 4.6 million in the fall of 2011.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 8, 2025

Ransomware attacks on K–12 schools are growing, rising 69% across the education sector from Q1 2024 to Q1 2025, according to Comparitech. But as CoSN’s 2025 State of EdTech District Leadership report notes, only 13% of respondents perceive ransomware as a high risk. “It isn't if it's going to happen to you, it's when it's going to happen to you,” said Lacey Gosch, assistant superintendent of support services at Judson Independent School District in a discussion at the ISTELive conference.

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eSchool News

JULY 4, 2025

Key points: Teachers have Google’s expansive suite of tools and accessories at their fingertips With classroom tech, meet students where they are 4 edtech tools that can transform student teamwork For more on Google tools for the classroom, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Google enthusiasts, unite. During an ISTELive 25 session , Dr. Wanda Terral, chief of technology for Tennessee’s Lakeland School System , took attendees through a growing list of Google tools, along with some non-G

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 7, 2025

Here are the most-read posts for the month: #4: Photoshop for Fifth Graders: The First Step is Word World Environment Day: Living Responsibly with Nature Online Summer Educational Activities How to Inspire High School Students to Pursue a Career in Software Engineering June is Internet Safety Month K-8 Digital Citizenship Curriculum Need Summer Activities?

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Edsurge

JULY 8, 2025

While social media, bullying and loneliness have long been flagged as top concerns among educators for their students, a new report shows the biggest concern for kids is balancing it all. The kicker: Students didn't share these concerns with adults in their lives. Instead, they expressed these worries to an AI chat system, which schools and health care institutions are increasingly turning to in an attempt to better support youth.

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Digital Promise

JULY 10, 2025

The Responsibly Designed AI product certification from Digital Promise aligns well with our principles and has helped us think through best practices more thoroughly

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 8, 2025

Funding is never easy to navigate in K–12 schools, but it’s particularly tough recently for some districts. Experts at ISTELive 25 shared how school leaders can approach their budgets and their local changemakers. Looking at budgets like a puzzle can help districts get creative when it comes to new streams of funding. Finding money in one area can free up dollars elsewhere, meaning school leaders shouldn’t always look for tech funding when they need to purchase tech solutions.

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eSchool News

JULY 4, 2025

Key points: Lack of AI literacy risks not only economic stagnation, but societal instability AI prompt engineering: A critical new skillset for 21st-century teachers AI in education needs more than innovation–it needs intention For more news on AI literacy, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub In a brightly lit preschool classroom in Shenzhen, 4-year-olds are gathered around an AI-enabled robot named Doubao.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 8, 2025

The program that says ‘pro’ more than any other is Adobe Photoshop. Believe it or not, there are a whole list of skills easy enough for a fifth grader (maybe even fourth, but I haven’t had time to test it on them yet). Here are the basic skills fifth graders can learn in Photoshop if you’ve prepared them with basic computer skills.

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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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EdNews Daily

JULY 10, 2025

Say Hello to Learning Futures Magazine. This publication has been a dream of mine. To have a number of the top education media companies all working together to achieve a common goal. In this case, to use their collective strengths and resources to enact a positive effect on the future of learning. One of the obvious benefits here is reach. Combined, all these education media companies can reach a lot of educators and education officials, effectively getting some great ideas into a lot of hands.

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TeacherCast

JULY 7, 2025

The ISTE+ASCD Conference showcased groundbreaking innovations by Renaissance aimed at revolutionizing educational leadership and instruction. Key developments include the Renaissance Next platform for data integration, AI tools enhancing teacher effectiveness, and the Core Publisher Experience linking assessments with instructional materials. Together, these innovations promise personalized and data-driven learning experiences.

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techlearning

JULY 9, 2025

When education institutions prioritize thoughtful technology use over constant acquisition, they can save resources and build a stronger culture of purpose-driven innovation.

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eSchool News

JULY 7, 2025

Key points: The shift toward digital and skills-based education is expected to continue accelerating A new kind of high school diploma trades chemistry for carpentry Career-connected learning builds a more employable, future-ready generation For more news on skills-based learning, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub In an era where workforce demands and the needs of high school learners are rapidly evolving, a new survey by Penn Foster Group sheds light on how teachers are reimagining educ

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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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TeachThought - Learn better.

JULY 10, 2025

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Edsurge

JULY 9, 2025

School shouldn’t just be a place to learn academic skills, but a place for students to practice making meaningful decisions about their learning and lives. I personally never faced a weighty decision about my learning until I had to declare a college major. In grade school, I was a confident student who knew how to ace tests and please my teachers. Once I got to college, however, my A-student record failed me.

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The Hechinger Report

JULY 6, 2025

I recently stood before hundreds of young people in California’s Central Valley; more than 60 percent were on that day becoming the first in their family to earn a bachelor’s degree. Their very presence at University of California, Merced’s spring commencement ceremony disrupted a major narrative in our nation about who college is for — and the value of a degree.

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techlearning

JULY 7, 2025

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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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eSchool News

JULY 7, 2025

Key points: Academic and non-academic data allows a district to see the whole child Data gaps negatively impact academic progress and attendance Building a future-focused, student-centered learning environment For more news on district data, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership hub When I talk about our district being the seventh-largest in Kentucky, with 13,000 students, people don’t have a frame of reference for what it’s like educating that many young people.

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ignitionEDU

JULY 4, 2025

I attended the virtual path of #ISTELive this past week. I presented virtually on the first day and watched a number of the other virtual sessions as well as those being streamed from San Antonio, TX. It’s been a number of years since I attended in person. I have found that as I get older, I prefer the smaller conferences but I do get a little FOMO while watching my friends post and share.

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Lightspeed Systems

JULY 9, 2025

Key Takeaways: Beyond Traditional Training: Discover how Lightspeed’s comprehensive curriculum transforms educators into wellness advocates through research-based modules covering suicide prevention, abuse awareness, and mental health support. Brain Science Meets Practical Skills: Uncover how students learn the neuroscience behind their emotions while developing real-world coping strategies and resilience tools they can use immediately.

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Turnitin

JULY 10, 2025

Educators face growing class sizes and time constraints. The Next Generation of Turnitin Feedback Studio is reimagined to help - with efficient grading, flexible assessment, and more impactful feedback tools to save time and boost student engagement.

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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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techlearning

JULY 8, 2025

ChatGPT’s Deep Research tool acts as a research assistant and can quickly find great sources on a variety of topics.

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eSchool News

JULY 8, 2025

Key points: Formulaic writing can constrain thinking and limit creativity Why reliable edtech matters to boost literacy Video game design boosts students’ literacy skills For more news on writing instruction, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Early in our careers, when we were fresh-faced and idealistic (we still are!) the prepackaged curriculum and the advice of more experienced colleagues was the go-to resource.

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TeachThought - Learn better.

JULY 9, 2025

Skip to content Purchase Analogy Booklet Read Menu Toggle Critical Thinking Posts Learning Posts Literacy Posts Recent Newsletter Search Email Main Menu Newsletter Read Menu Toggle Critical Thinking Posts Literacy Posts Teaching Posts Search More Menu Toggle Assessment Learning Models by Terrell Heick Curricula Policies Email Home Teaching Posts The Two Minds Of An Educator 1.5k Views Facebook Linkedin Print All Educators Have Two Minds by Terry Heick In his essay Two Minds , Wendell Berry, unsu

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Lightspeed Systems

JULY 9, 2025

There’s a new hero in town—and it’s a bot. We’re introducing BOB 3.0 , the AI assistant built for K–12 education. If you’ve ever wished your edtech platform came with a brilliant, tireless teammate to help you make sense of data, streamline your tasks, and keep students safe—BOB 3.0 is your new favorite coworker. And yes, the name’s a nod to the legendary Bob Campus , the little Lightspeed bot who guided students and teachers to safe web content from 2010 to 2016.

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