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AI tools that support learning–not cheating

eSchool News

Key points: AI is not a magic shortcut–it’s a powerful tool when used responsibly AI in education needs more than innovation–it needs intention Study: AI detection software varies in effectiveness For more news on using AI tools, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub As technology evolves, education is experiencing a dramatic transformation–and AI is a big part of it.

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ISTELive 25: Empower Students to Shape Their Learning With Technology

EdTech Magazine

Engaging students goes beyond pushing them to participate in lessons and assignments. Allowing K–12 students to take agency of their learning gives them the opportunity to share their voices and flex their creativity. At ISTELive 25, Alana Winnick, educational technology director of New York’s Pocantico Hills Central School District, shares why student voice is her passion and how she drives student leadership in her own schools.

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Subscriber Special: Free Hour of Code bundle

Ask a Tech Teacher

Every month, subscribers to our newsletter get a free/discounted resource to help their tech teaching. July 2-5th Buy the K-8 curriculum ; get the 59-page Hour of Code bundle for $.99 Perfect if you’re doing Hour of Code to teach coding, programming, and problem solving to your K8 students. Here’s what you do: buy the K-12 Tech Curriculum, the K-8 curriculum , the K-8 student workbooks , or the K-5 Curriculum (on the curriculum page) once it’s in your basket, add the Hour of Co

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ISTELive 25: How to Build AI Literacy in Elementary School Students

EdTech Magazine

Teaching artificial intelligence concepts to students at any level can be intimidating for teachers who aren’t technology experts, but it can feel especially overwhelming to those with students of elementary school age or younger. That’s what a group of educators came together to discuss at ISTELive 2025 in San Antonio. What Is AI Literacy? Nancye Blair Black, CEO of The Block Uncarved, an educational consulting firm that specializes in innovative instructional design and professional developmen

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From RESPECT to Co-Creation: Integrating AI into Higher Education Course Design through Backward De

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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Building an educator’s AI toolbox

eSchool News

Key points: AI tools can help educators engage students in deeper learning New partnership trains Michigan teachers for AI innovation You’re using ChatGPT? A true story about why AI literacy starts with us For more news on AI tools and learning, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub It seems like everywhere you look, AI is there–and classrooms are no exception.

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ISTELive 25: A K–12 Student Repair Team Success Story

EdTech Magazine

At Bowling Green Independent School District in Kentucky, high school students can take a class in which they repair HP Chromebooks as part of the school’s computer science pathway. There’s a room in the high school dedicated to the repairs, which gives students and their teacher everything they need, says Digital Learning Coach Megan Marcum. The student team uses Incident IQ to field and track repairs, explains Technology Director William King.

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Showfloor News: PBLWorks creates PBLWorks TEACH to help scale project based learning

eSchool News

The Buck Institute for Education (dba PBLWorks ), a national provider of professional development for high-quality Project Based Learning (PBL), is launching PBLWorks TEACH , a web-based application with ready-to-use, standards-aligned, Gold-Standard PBL projects for middle school math, science, English Language Arts, and social studies. TEACH’s middle school curriculum units are currently available while curriculum units for elementary and high school will be available early in 2026.

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McKinney ISD in Texas Adopts Innovative EdTech to Enhance K–5 Math Education

ET Magazine

Texas’ McKinney Independent School District (MISD) today announced that it has selected DreamBox Math by Discovery Education , an adaptive and engaging EdTech solution, to support math instruction in grades K-5. An innovative online math program that supports core instruction in the classroom or at home, DreamBox Math is independently proven by several third-party research organizations to increase math achievement.

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Showfloor News: Introducing Kibeam, the screen-free AI-powered device bringing regular books to life

eSchool News

Kibeam is redefining early childhood literacy education with the launch of Kibeam Wand : a first-of-its-kind, screen-free, AI-powered handheld device that reinforces foundational reading skills through immersive storytelling and play-based learning. Designed to build PreK–3 learners’ literacy skills and grounded in the Science of Reading, the Kibeam Wand Reading System creates a multisensory, kinetic experience that nurtures vocabulary development, phonological awareness and sustained engagement

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Scientists just simulated the “impossible” — fault-tolerant quantum code cracked at last

ScienceDaily (EdTech section)

A multinational team has cracked a long-standing barrier to reliable quantum computing by inventing an algorithm that lets ordinary computers faithfully mimic a fault-tolerant quantum circuit built on the notoriously tricky GKP bosonic code, promising a crucial test-bed for future quantum hardware.

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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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Promethean Unveils Expanded AV Technology Portfolio Featuring New Digital Signage and Interactive Panel Solutions

eSchool News

Leslie and Tim showcase Promethean’s largest product launch year ever, highlighting three key solutions designed for modern educational and workplace environments. The new D Series digital signage panels offer simple, scalable communication for high-traffic areas. The ActivPanel LE features onboard computing with customizable applications that follow users across devices.

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ClassGaga Announces Spring and Summer 2025 Grant Recipients, Empowering Schools with AI-Powered Math Learning

ClassGaga

Dr. Leroy McCloud Elementary School, Englewood, NJ Princeton, NJ – ClassGaga is proud to announce the recipients of its Spring and Summer 2025 Math Learning Grants. Selected for their demonstrated commitment to math education equity and innovation, these schools will receive comprehensive access to ClassGaga’s AI-powered math learning platform. The platform is designed to drive measurable gains in student achievement through personalized instruction and data-informed teaching practices.

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Showfloor News: DreamBox Reading by Discovery Education enhanced to support PreK-5 literacy for back-to-school 2025

eSchool News

Discovery Education , the creators of essential PreK-12 learning solutions used in classrooms around the world, today announced significant enhancements to the online, adaptive literacy program DreamBox Reading. These improvements broaden DreamBox Reading’s coverage to support all PreK-5 learners and expand educators’ abilities to develop students’ foundational skills and confidence in reading through personalized instruction.

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Students Can do the Heavy Lifting

ET Magazine

By Betsy Hill and Roger Stark Our current education paradigm, which tasks teachers with the responsibility in the learning and teaching equation, reflects neither what we know about how learning takes place nor how student achievement levels can be significantly improved. We cannot continue to thrive economically as a nation with only about a third of our students performing proficiently at grade level.

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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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Strategies for building an AI-ready workforce in higher education

Turnitin

To equip graduates for an AI future, higher education must lay the groundwork for AI proficiency that serves authentic learning. We explore this shift from restriction to readiness.

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The Power of Purposeful Continuous Provision

Twinkl International Publishing

This article explores the critical role of purposeful continuous provision in early years settings. When continuous provision is poorly implemented, it stifles curiosity and limits opportunities for deep learning and independent problem-solving. Conversely, well-planned provision can become a powerful tool for both assessment and pedagogy, offering rich, responsive learning experiences.

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Designing Association Events for Attention, Not Just Attendance

Josie Ahlquist

Higher ed association events are central to the member experience. From the annual conference to monthly webinars, they offer opportunities for professional development, networking, and a refreshed perspective on the work of supporting institutions. There’s no better time to capture the excitement and value that comes with membership in a professional organization.

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Project UP: The initiative ‘ensuring Black children with SEND are recognised, respected, and given the opportunity to thrive’

Twinkl International Publishing

An interview with Nyall Simms from Project UP.

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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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How Can a Country Choose to Neglect the Least Able? Thoughts on Current Political Situation

The 21st Century Principal

Photo by Author: Serenity at the Falls Just a thought about our current state. The question is certainly being asked, "How can any politician create and vote for a budget that knowingly cuts funding for programs that clearly serve the least-able among us? In addition, "How does one justify in one's own mind that millions of people lose medical coverage or food access at the same time providing tax relief for those who are least in need?

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How To Become an 11+ Tutor?

Twinkl International Publishing

With more parents seeking support for their child’s 11+ exam preparation, becoming an 11+ tutor is a rewarding and high in demand role in the tutoring world. But 11+ tuition isn’t just about getting students through a test, it’s about helping them navigate a big academic and emotional milestone with confidence, clarity, and compassion.

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Supreme Court Ruling Highlights Continued Power Struggle Over LGBTQ+ Books in Schools

Edsurge

A Supreme Court ruling at the end of June handed a major victory to parents who want to opt their children out of lessons that run counter to their religious beliefs, part of a push for parental rights over the finer details of what goes on in classrooms that has gained strength in recent years. Parsing education data into snack-sized servings. Parents of students in a Maryland school district brought the lawsuit forward after the district restricted them from pulling their kids out of class whe

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Setting EAL Learners up for Success: Preparations for the New Academic Year

Twinkl International Publishing

Starting a new academic year can be a tricky business with so much to think about both for teachers and learners, so checkout these suggestions to support you and your EAL learners make a strong start in September.

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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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Top Bangla News Stories You Should Know

Question Tank

Understanding the political landscape is essential for anyone interested in the dynamics of Bangladesh. The nation, with its rich history of political movements, continues to be a hub of vibrant political activity. Get the latest and breaking Bangla News now on newsosis.com. রাজনীতি, খেলা, বিনোদন—সব খবর এবার আপনার হাতে এক ক্লিকে! Recent Elections and Their Impact The latest election cycle in Bangladesh saw a dynamic shift in power structures, with emerging political figures making their mark.

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Japan Introduction in English 英語で学ぶ日本紹介

Twinkl International Publishing

Are you looking for a simple and fun way to introduce Japan in English? Whether you're a teacher, parent, or language learner, learning about Japan’s culture, nature, and traditions in English can be both educational and exciting. In this blog, we’ll explore interesting facts about Japan (日本紹介) with English explanations and Japanese translations. Let’s dive into the beauty of Japan together!

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1 in 3 young people have low or no confidence – 4 ways teaching assistants can help

Twinkl International Publishing

New report highlights confidence crisis impacting a third of UK pupils.

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‘Cyberbullying is bullying’

Twinkl International Publishing

Caroline Allams explains how we’re no longer separate from technology.

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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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Trainee Teacher Newsletter 6/7/25

Twinkl International Publishing

Our weekly trainee teachers newsletter to help you go into the classroom feeling confident!

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Early Career Teacher Newsletter 6/7/25

Twinkl International Publishing

Our weekly ECT newsletter to help you go into the classroom feeling confident!

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KS1 Digest: July 2025 round-up

Twinkl International Publishing

A weekly round up of the weekly KS1 Digest updates in one place.

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How Can a Tutor Make the Most of a Twinkl Subscription Over Summer?

Twinkl International Publishing

Whatever you summer looks like, Twinkl is here to help!

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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.