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Creating a fun robotics lesson that addresses 4 ISTE standards

eSchool News

Key points: Robotics activities enhance engagement and promote hands-on learning Using robots to teach creativity, collaboration, and self-confidence 3 keys to success when introducing robotics to young learners For more news on robotics learning, visit eSN’s STEM & STEAM hub Instructing preservice educators at Roger Williams University in STEM education highlights the complex, multifaceted nature of effective STEM lesson planning.

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Overseeing Physical Security as an IT Professional

EdTech Magazine

As physical security systems in K–12 schools grow more sophisticated, the lines between IT and facilities management departments continue to blur. Increasingly, IT professionals — traditionally tasked with securing networks and data — are now overseeing badge access systems, surveillance cameras, emergency alerts and other campus safety technologies.

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Education needs more risk-takers

Dangerously Irrelevant

[ I realized that I am way behind on posting recent podcast episodes, so I am catching up! ] Adam Phyall and Carl Hooker were kind (brave? dumb?) enough to invite me onto their Future Ready Schools UnDisrupted podcast last month. In addition to lots of laughs (per usual) and a conversation about what technology tools schools should break up with immediately, we spent most of our time talking about the needs for more courageous leaders and more risk-taking in P-12 education.

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Incident Response Helps Schools Quickly Recover from Cyberattacks

EdTech Magazine

After realizing that network access problems were caused by a cyberattack, the IT department at Agua Fria Union High School District immediately shut down the network and launched its incident response plan. Early that January 2024 morning, IT Director Brandon Gabel called the Arizona district’s third-party network and security consulting firm, and together they worked to assess the damage, eliminate the threat and restore services.

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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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Preparing for the College Interview

Ask a Tech Teacher

The College Interview is intimidating and usually only applies to the Ivy League schools. If you’re considering the US Naval Academy, it’s called a Blue and Gold Interview. They will put you through a rigorous test of thinking on your feet, fast, and without ‘umms’ Here’s what you should know: The B&G (Blue and Gold) Interview is one of several opportunities for the Naval Academy to insure they appoint candidates who will make it through the next nine years.

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Whose call: A student-driven approach to school cell phone policies

eSchool News

This article originally appeared on CoSN’s blog and is reposted here with permission. Over the last few years we have had the pleasure of working with several school partners to address the growing concern around cell phones in schools. Using a student-centered process, we have seen positive results with schools who want to develop effective cell phone policies to minimize distractions, enhance student focus, and help them build relationships with teachers and peers.

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Worksheet Replacement Therapy

Shake Up Learning

The post Worksheet Replacement Therapy appeared first on Shake Up Learning. Are your worksheets putting your students (and you!) to sleep? 💤 It’s time for a change! In this energizing session of the Summer Learning Series, educator Kim Voge shares her powerful approach to “Worksheet Replacement Therapy.” You’ll learn how to transform dull, fill-in-the-blank worksheets into dynamic, student-centered learning experiences using EduProtocols.

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What Is JSTOR And How Can I Use It to Teach?

techlearning

JSTOR is a useful, free achieved journal content storehouse that's ideal for researchers.

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Lightning Chat Episode 3: Spring Summit Retrospective 

Lightspeed Systems

Welcome back to the Lightning Chat blog! In Episode 3, we join Colin McCabe, General Manager of the International Market at Lightspeed Systems, and Craig Chanoff, Chief Revenue Officer at Lightspeed Systems, as they reflect on their recent global tour hosting the Lightspeed Spring Summit. This series of events brought together education leaders from various countries to discuss the challenges and innovations in the edtech landscape.

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Tech & Learning’s EdExec Summit: Where Education Leaders Affirm Their Purpose

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Skip to main content Open menu Close menu Tech & Learning Search Search Tech & Learning Subscribe RSS News How to Classroom Tools Higher Ed Events PD Resources Subscribe Topics Resource Library Magazine Advertise T&L Contests AI Webinars Grants Recommended reading Education Industry Leaders To Be Celebrated at Tech & Learning’s EdExec Summit Tech & Learning and First Step Advisors Form Strategic Partnership The Power of Community: Developing the Next Generation of Edtec

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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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New Webinar - "How to Create an Ethical and Practical AI Framework for Your Library and Yourself"

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

CREATING AN ETHICAL AI FRAMEWORK: How to Create an Ethical and Practical AI Framework for Your Library, Staff, Patrons, and Yourself A Library 2.0 "Ethics of AI" Workshop with Reed Hepler OVERVIEW : As artificial intelligence tools increasingly shape how libraries serve their patrons and support academic missions, librarians must play a pivotal role in establishing ethically sound practices.

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Early Years Continuous Provision Ideas For Computing

Twinkl International Publishing

Looking to refresh your Computing provision? This blog is packed with simple, effective ideas to spark curiosity, creativity, and engagement in your early years setting. Whether you’re setting up invitations to play or looking for ways to deepen children’s learning, these suggestions are designed to slot naturally into your continuous provision. Expect open-ended resources, thoughtful prompts, and plenty of inspiration to make Computing irresistible to little learners—wherever and however it app

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What is GDPR-Compliant AI Proctoring? Everything You Need to Know

Think Exam

Proctoring can easily be considered the savior of remote examination integrity. It permeates every possible environment, right from higher education to corporate assessments. Efficiency, followed by scalability and real-time monitoring, is mostly the purpose for acceptance of this AI proctoring in more places. But as AI remote proctoring gets more traction worldwide, especially in […] The post What is GDPR-Compliant AI Proctoring?

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Curriculum and Assessment Review calls for representation and diversity

Twinkl International Publishing

Education Committee hears from panellists highlighting the importance of representing disadvantaged children in the curriculum.

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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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Behind the turmoil of federal attacks on colleges, some states are going after tenure

The Hechinger Report

HONOLULU — The “gravy train.” That’s what a Hawai‘i state senator called the practice of awarding tenure to university research faculty when she proposed legislation stripping this long-standing form of job protection from them. The bill got little notice at the time. Now, obscured by the turmoil of the many other challenges to higher education since the start of Donald Trump’s second presidential term, tenure has come under siege in states across the country.

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MP Marie Tidball calls on government to ‘recognise and value’ teaching assistants as part of SEND reform

Twinkl International Publishing

Tidball calls for adequate funding, training opportunities and long-term retention plan.

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30 Munros in 30 Days: A Mountain-Sized Mission for Outdoor Learning

Twinkl International Publishing

At Pitteuchar West Primary in Fife, something truly extraordinary has been unfolding and it all started with a love for the great outdoors. Eilidh Cameron, a passionate teacher with a deep connection to her childhood school, teamed up with probationer teacher Jamie Flynn for an unforgettable adventure. Their goal? To climb 30 Munros in 30 days all while inspiring their pupils and raising funds to enhance outdoor learning at their school.

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The 4% Teacher Pay Rise 2025: What It Means for UK Supply Teachers & School Budgets

Twinkl International Publishing

Exploring how the new 4% pay rise for UK teachers could impact supply teacher jobs, agency rates, and school cover decisions. The recent announcement of a 4% teacher pay rise in the UK, effective from September 2025, has prompted mixed reactions across the education sector. While many classroom teachers welcome the uplift after years of financial strain, others—particularly supply teachers—are feeling left out of the conversation.

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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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Balancing screen time over the holidays – Part one: children

Twinkl International Publishing

With the summer holidays on the horizon, Digest asks how much screen time is too much and how can parents limit it for children.

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Celebrate Singapore National Day with Twinkl: Kids Draw Singapore’s Future in 60 Years

Twinkl International Publishing

This Singapore National Day, Twinkl invites children in primary 4 to 6 to draw their future verdict for Singapore in 60 years. Let imaginations run wild in the “My Super Future Singapore” drawing contest!

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Local authorities in ‘perilous state,’ warns Public Accounts Committee

Twinkl International Publishing

PAC asks what ‘transitional arrangements’ will be available as reforms occur.

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AQA English Language Paper 2 Revision Ideas | Beyond

Twinkl International Publishing

Read through our stage-by-stage AQA English Language Paper 2 revision ideas, picking up hints and tips along the way. You’ll find resources to help you along your way.

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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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ألغاز مع الحل للأطفال والكبار: سهلة وصعبة في نفس الوقت!

Twinkl International Publishing

في هذه المدونة، اكتشفي أكثر من 50 لغزًا ذكيًا مع الحل، مناسب للأطفال والبالغين، تشمل ألغازًا سهلة وصعبة ومضحكة وثقافية. مثالية لتحدي ذكائك وقضاء وقت ممتع مع العائلة والأصدقاء.

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Dechrau yn yr Ysgol - Awgrymiadau i Gefnogi'r Plant

Twinkl International Publishing

Os mae eich plentyn yn dechrau ysgol y mis Medi yma, rydych chi yn y lle cywir. Fan yma ffeindiwch llwyth o syniadau a gweithgareddau sydd wedi creu er mwyn eich helpu chi i baratoi’r plant ar gyfer dechrau yn, a setlo yn y Dosbarth Derbyn.

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GCSE Maths Revision: Finding the nth Term of a Quadratic Sequence

Twinkl International Publishing

Read through this blog entry to enhance your skills on finding the nth term of a quadratic sequence. We’ve included useful links and resources.

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【小学生向け】クイズ日本地図で楽しく学ぼう!都道府県をゲーム感覚で覚える方法まとめ

Twinkl International Publishing

日本地図を学ぶことの大切さとは? 日本には47の都道府県があり、それぞれに文化や特産品、地形などの個性があります。小学生のうちから日本地図を通して地理に親しむことで、社会科の学習がぐっと身近で楽しいものになります。 そんな地理学習の第一歩としておすすめなのが、「クイズ日本地図(Map of Japan Quiz)」です。クイズ形式で楽しみながら覚えることで、記憶に残りやすく、学習意欲も自然と高まります。

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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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遊びながら学ぼう! お金の計算・買い物プリントまとめ

Twinkl International Publishing

お金の概念や計算は、子どもにとって身近でありながら、実際に理解するには少しハードルのあるテーマです。そんなときに役立つのが、遊び感覚で取り組める「お金の計算」「買い物ごっこ」プリント教材です。 Twinkl Japanでは、就学前のお子さまから小学生まで幅広く使える、実践的かつ楽しい学習プリントが多数用意されています。今回は、特におすすめの教材とその活用ポイントをご紹介します。

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45 Kegiatan Tema Alam Semesta untuk Anak TK

Twinkl International Publishing

Kegiatan tema alam semesta untuk anak TK membantu mengenalkan konsep sains dasar seperti planet, matahari, dan cuaca melalui aktivitas menyenangkan. Berbagai kegiatan ini melibatkan proyek seni, latihan motorik, hingga lembar kerja yang dirancang khusus untuk anak usia dini agar pembelajaran lebih interaktif dan bermakna. Untuk memperkaya kegiatan tema alam semesta, guru dan orang tua dapat mengunduh materi pendukung dari Twinkl Indonesia yang siap digunakan di kelas maupun di rumah.

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School sports day season is here – What can parents do to support children who love it or loathe it?

Twinkl International Publishing

Stay up-to-date with changes and events in primary education using our handy news feed. Includes articles from trusted sources about the web.

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5 ways to thank your colleagues

Twinkl International Publishing

Show your appreciation this Thank a Teacher Day.

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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.