Thu.Jul 03, 2025

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Guest Post: 3 Guiding Principles for Responsible AI in EdTech

Digital Promise

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ISTELive 25: The Intersection of Indigenous Culture and Technology

EdTech Magazine

From solving problems — how do you shake the bells on a jingle dress when your robot can’t jump up and down? — to interacting with First Nations peoples in a virtual world, technology can bring traditional indigenous viewpoints into a modern classroom. Minecraft Education’s A Pacific Northwest Coast Experience transports students to a native village where they must unlearn the usual rules of the game.

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5 strategies to get your students talking

eSchool News

Key points: Students should engage in meaningful discussions to engage in learning 4 edtech tools that can transform student teamwork How multimedia and interactive tech transform engagement For more news on digital engagement, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Communication is one of today’s most in-demand skills, and building strong communication skills in person and online is critical.

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Books I read in June 2025

Dangerously Irrelevant

Books I finished reading (or rereading) in June 2025… Implementing Project Based Learning in Early Childhood , Sara Lev, Amanda Clark, & Erin Starkey (education) The First Book of Swords , Fred Saberhagen (fantasy) A Drop of Corruption , Robert Jackson Bennett (fantasy) The Golden Enclaves , Naomi Novik (fantasy) The Final Dawn , T. W. M. Ashford (science fiction) Conscript , Scott Bartlett (science fiction) The Invaders Plan , L.

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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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Amid discouraging math scores, are states improving elementary math instruction?

eSchool News

Key points: Only 21 states provide clear, detailed guidance to teacher prep programs Only 1 in 8 elementary teacher prep programs adequately teach math The math anxiety equation: How to solve for confidence in math class For more news on teacher prep, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership hub A new report from the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ) finds that most states fall short when it comes to preparing and supporting elementary teachers to effectively teach math, despite the gla

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STAT Threat Assessments: A Trusted Framework to Prevent School Violence

Lightspeed Systems

Key Takeaways: Beyond Zero-Tolerance: Discover how the Salem-Keizer framework transforms school threat response from punitive measures that increase risk to evidence-based interventions that actually prevent violence. Systematic Assessment Process: Uncover the structured four-step approach that helps multidisciplinary teams distinguish real threats from expressions of frustration and create targeted intervention plans.

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AI Models in 2025 for Developers and Businesses: Grok 3, DeepSeek, and Chat GPT Compared

PlagiarismCheck

From a previously controversial phenomenon that many did not know how to perceive, AI tools have become an indispensable part of any work and study routine. Moreover, the models and tools evolve, continually changing the AI-empowered technological landscape and offering once-unimaginable possibilities. However, with more options come more complicated choices.

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Look Who’s Talking—Bringing STEM Up To Speed

eSchool News

Tim presented at no less than seven sessions at ISTE this year, focusing on cross-disciplinary STEAM education and meaningful AI integration in classrooms. He emphasizes that educators need to move beyond simply replacing traditional teaching methods with AI tools and instead focus on integrating AI with project-based learning approaches. He highlights the importance of finding the best AI tools for specific districts and audiences, noting that the educational AI landscape changes so rapidly tha

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Is Adoption of AI in Our Collective Common Interest?

The 21st Century Principal

Photo by Author: Gnarly Tree More thoughts on the current AI-hype. Nobel Prize winning economists Daron Acemoglu and Simon Johnson (2023) in their book Power and Progress make another interesting point about the persuasive and marketing tactics and strategies employed by technology-promoters. They engage in creating a vision of their product that makes adoption of it both efficacious and the right thing to do, even if that adoption is sometimes detrimental to those who adopt it.

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Look Who’s Talking—Making Artificial Intelligence a Real Classroom Solution

eSchool News

Dr. Charania emphasizes that educators shouldn’t wait for formal AI plans but should leverage their own “circle of influence” to create change. Her presentation highlights how teachers can use AI tools not just for efficiency, but to ignite human agency. Mahnaz also praises recent updates to Canva and Google’s Gemini as powerful, free tools for educators.

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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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The Curiosity Effect: Irresistible FigJam Activities

Learning in Hand

Figma invited me to present in their booth at the ISTE Live 2025 conference in San Antonio, Texas. The Expo Hall was buzzing with energy, and Figma’s booth was one of the hottest spots. Not only were educators excited to learn about FigJam, Figma’s free collaborative online whiteboard , but there was also a make-your-own trucker hat station drawing a crowd.

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Maths Week 2025: Activities and Games for Kids for the Classroom and at Home

Twinkl International Publishing

Transform Maths Week 2025 into an exciting learning adventure! Our guide features 12 engaging activities perfect for classroom and home use. From emoji code-breaking to creative counting games, discover fun ways to make mathematics enjoyable for kids of all ages. These versatile resources build confidence and problem-solving skills while showing children that maths is everywhere around us.

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How Cutting-Edge Laptops Are Reshaping Creative Industries

Mark Smithers

Cutting-edge laptops are reshaping creative industries by offering unparalleled power and portability. You can design graphics, edit videos, and compose music right where inspiration strikes. Their high-resolution displays and fast processors facilitate real-time creativity , allowing you to manipulate designs or edit footage on the fly. Gaming laptops, equipped with robust GPUs, handle demanding applications effortlessly, making them ideal for creatives.

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TA Workshop: Let’s Talk About Mental Health

Twinkl International Publishing

Explore how to start meaningful conversations around mental health and how TAs, LSAs and HLTAs can create a safe, nurturing environment for pupils in this informative TA CPD workshop.

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The Case for Game Design as an Innovative STEAM Teaching Tool

Speaker: Speakers:

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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Large Public Libraries Give Young Adults Across U.S. Access to Banned Books

Edsurge

Young adults are finding it harder to borrow books reflective of their lived experiences in their schools and public libraries. It isn’t because these stories don’t exist — they do — but because they’ve been challenged and removed, restricted, or were never purchased at all. This is especially true in parts of the country where state legislatures have enacted laws criminalizing what educators can and can’t say about politically, religiously, or morally divisive topics, as well as regions where p

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Education Secretary launches local action plan to ensure children are school-ready

Twinkl International Publishing

Bridget Phillipson announces plans for every local authority to work with government to agree on statutory targets for school readiness.

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$6 billion school funding freeze sparks outcry over ‘cruel betrayal’ of students 

The Hechinger Report

This story was published by The 19th and reprinted with permission. State officials and teacher union leaders are reeling after President Donald Trump’s decision Tuesday to freeze more than $6 billion in federal K-12 education funding for the upcoming school year — a move critics say will further kneecap schools after mass cuts and layoffs at the Department of Education earlier this year raised widespread fears about the future of public education in the United States.

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Ready, Set, School: Week Twelve

Twinkl International Publishing

Speaking Skills and the School Dinner Debate

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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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4 ways teachers can support ‘the unheard third’ of pupils with low confidence

Twinkl International Publishing

Urgent action needed to improve confidence levels of today’s young people, before it’s too late.

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DfE told of ‘challenging’ teaching assistant recruitment and retention crisis

Twinkl International Publishing

Low pay and increasing responsibilities to blame for TA recruitment and retention crisis.

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Become a Twinkl Childminders Future Sparks Champion

Twinkl International Publishing

At Twinkl, we're constantly inspired by your dedication and passion. That's why we're thrilled to announce the launch of our brand new Twinkl Childminders Future Sparks Champions Programme – a new initiative designed to elevate your voices and celebrate your invaluable contributions! This isn't just another ambassador scheme; it's a platform built by childminders, for childminders.

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‘1 in 3 young people have little or no confidence’ – What do parents need to know and how can they help?

Twinkl International Publishing

A new report reveals a ‘youth confidence crisis’ and explores its potential impact on young people’s futures.

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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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TA Digest July 2025 catch up

Twinkl International Publishing

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

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Novo PNE: 18 objetivos e 58 metas para aprimorar a educação

Twinkl International Publishing

Descubra como o Novo Plano Nacional de Educação abre caminho para inovação e melhoria na gestão escolar, por meio de 18 objetivos e 58 metas.

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KS2 Digest: July catch-up 2025

Twinkl International Publishing

Catch-up with the latest news from KS2 Digest as the final month of the 2024/25 academic year comes to an end.

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County Galway: Outdoor Activities

Twinkl International Publishing

This Summer, Twinkl are celebrating all that Ireland has to offer for your Staycation. Check out all the wonderful activities County Galway has to offer, including Twinkl resources to use while you're there.

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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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July Events with Twinkl ASN-The Teacher Edit

Twinkl International Publishing

A slightly different Events Blog this month, as the focus is on you!

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Leader's Digest: July round-up

Twinkl International Publishing

Find July's news updates and more all in one handy place.

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SEND Digest: July 2025 round-up

Twinkl International Publishing

A handy round-up of all the SEND Digest articles from July.

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Parents' Digest weekend catch up – July 2025

Twinkl International Publishing

Your weekly round-up of all the news and advice from Parents' Digest.

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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.