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How digital tools and AI can enhance social studies

eSchool News

This article explores the significance of digital tools in social studies instruction, delving into their benefits, implications, and the emerging capabilities of artificial intelligence (AI) in both elementary and secondary settings.

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Chicago Public Schools is monitoring students’ social media for ‘worrisome behavior’

eSchool News

Chicago Public Schools is monitoring students’ social media posts for signs they might engage in violence on campus or harm themselves so that school staff — and in some cases police — can intervene. Chicago Public Schools piloted a similar social media monitoring program in the mid-2010s. newsletters.

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#EDvice: Entry Points for Change

A Principal's Reflections

One of the biggest obstacles to overcome is zeroing in on compelling reasons to change that will lead to better outcomes. One of the most powerful can be quality research, especially peer-reviewed studies. I shared the following on social media recently: Entry points for change are crucial. Below you can see the response.

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Digital Tools Key to Financial Literacy,According to Study by Certell and Project Tomorrow

eSchool News

. — The vast majority of high school students are not financially literate but respond well to economics and personal finance courses that include digital tools in their curriculum, according to a new study by Project Tomorrow and Certell, creator of the Poptential family of free, award-winning social studies course packages.

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Boost Morale with These Simple Strategies

A Principal's Reflections

Using self-determination theory (Deci & Ryan, 2008), a study involving 735 workers was conducted to examine autonomy's impact on overall morale. A study using a large email survey of managers found overwhelming support for having fun in the workplace. Sustaining and improving outcomes relies on good morale.

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Tech-less teaching methods could alienate tech-savvy Gen Zs

eSchool News

Technology improves learning outcomes in the classroom Of course, there are many reasons as to why people believe that banning phones in the classroom is the right approach. Economic and societal factors, such as mental health concerns over social media use, present significant challenges. This has been known for many years now.

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Technology is Here to Stay: Now What?

Ask a Tech Teacher

Companies with a vested interest in their products publish studies touting their applications. I tend to favor independent studies on technology use which take a more balanced approach. Rarely was I part of a conversation that considered the merits of a platform on student outcomes or incorporated data from independent studies.