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AI Guidelines for K-12 Aim to Bring Order to the ‘Wild West’

Edsurge

So how much work would it take to come up with guidelines to help educators manage the challenges of using generative AI tools for their work? If we don't get in front of this now with a nimble, flexible, guideline policy or strategy as a collective whole, it's gonna continue to change.” In Michigan, it was a team effort.

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5 ways to create a stellar online elementary learning program

eSchool News

This year’s 4th most-read story focuses on creating an online elementary program. Elementary education is the foundation for early learning, providing students with the skills and community they need for future success in school and life. But it doesn’t have to be. But it doesn’t have to be. The sky’s the limit.

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Michigan Virtual’s statewide workgroup releasing AI guidance for K-12 educators

eSchool News

Artificial intelligence is beginning to impact schools each day, often without clear guidelines or directions, and it’s critical that our educators are supported,” said Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute Senior Director Ken Dirkin.

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Instructure Launches Canvas for Elementary User Experience for Back to School

eSchool News

SALT LAKE CITY — June 28, 2021 — Today at ISTE Live 2021, Instructure launched the Canvas for Elementary user experience, a combination of features that make Canvas more user-friendly for elementary students. As a result of the success of Canvas for Elementary, our future goal is to push Canvas district-wide.“. Subject Cards.

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OPINION: Distrust of science in the coronavirus era reminds us why we must boost elementary science education

The Hechinger Report

Yet many people in our country looked askance when guidelines were revised or refined based upon new data. The post OPINION: Distrust of science in the coronavirus era reminds us why we must boost elementary science education appeared first on The Hechinger Report. Related: The worrying state of science education.

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Ideas for Project-Based Learning at the Elementary Level

EdTechTeacher

In February, I had the opportunity to work with an incredible group of elementary educators from Nauset Schools on Cape Cod. – Provide guidelines, but also be flexible in accommodating students’ unique needs and settings. The post Ideas for Project-Based Learning at the Elementary Level appeared first on EdTechTeacher.

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Can you take algebra in eighth grade? In many cases, the answer is no

eSchool News

principals said their elementary or middle school offered algebra in eighth grade, but only to certain students. The report also details the extent to which students are separated based on their perceived math abilities, starting as young as elementary school.

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