The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter In a world where the mental health of our youth is becoming an increasingly pressing concern, Dr. Brian Smith's podcast couldn't come at a more critical time. But what exactly are these five essential ingredients for nurturing student well-being?

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eSpark

AUGUST 8, 2023

eSpark's " AI in Schools " series exists to help you get up to speed, one issue at a time. But what does it mean for our classrooms, and what does a solution even look like? But what does it mean for our classrooms, and what does a solution even look like? The age of AI has dawned, and it's a lot to take in. AI is biased.

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Doug Levin

SEPTEMBER 4, 2017

Two news stories this week have turned my attention (again) to the issue of conflict of interest in education, technology, and public policy. No need to dig far to discern what I think about it as I am quoted in the article. No matter where truth lies, the apparent conflict of interest is significant and undeniable.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

Infusing classroom discussions with philosophical questions can significantly elevate the depth of thinking among students. From my own teaching days, I can say that tossing a well-timed philosophical question into the mix can bring even the most lackluster discussion back to life. I say go for it.

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Doug Levin

SEPTEMBER 4, 2017

Two news stories this week have turned my attention (again) to the issue of conflict of interest in education, technology, and public policy. No need to dig far to discern what I think about it as I am quoted in the article. No matter where truth lies, the apparent conflict of interest is significant and undeniable.

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The Hechinger Report

JULY 15, 2023

This story also appeared in The Washington Post Someone—no one is exactly sure who—tossed a water bottle from the back of the bus, smacking a sixth grader sitting near the front. With permission from the families, Floyd Branch III, the specialist, brought the girls together for lunch and a “restorative circle” to defuse the tension.

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Graphite Blog

JULY 29, 2021

When highly charged events happen in the world, it’s not always easy for classroom teachers to help their students make sense of things. But whether it’s raw emotions that surface during civil unrest or the human suffering associated with natural disasters, students benefit from constructive discussions about sensitive issues.

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