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Understanding why students cheat and use AI: Insights for meaningful assessments

eSchool News

While AI itself isnt inherently problematic, its use in cheating can hinder students’ learning and development. As educators, it is important to understand the underlying causes of this behavior and develop assessments that encourage academic integrity.

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How digital tools and AI can enhance social studies

eSchool News

Digital tools such as Khan Academy and Newsela analyze students’ progress, identify areas for improvement, and provide targeted resources and activities to support their learning journey.

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Ghost Students: The Rise of Bots in Online Education 

Faculty Focus

Chatbots must navigate a vast array of academic subjects, making it crucial to address bias and ensure the accuracy of information embedded in their knowledge base. College settings foster collaborative learning environments, where students engage in dynamic discussions and group activities.

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How Writing Can Help Close the Achievement Gap: An Interview with Turnitin’s Elijah Mayfield

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In 2014, Turnitin acquired LightSide with a mandate to help shift Turnitin’s focus from academic integrity tools to those that emphasize student writing. When I began talking to education companies, it was clear that the emphasis was on measuring student learning. In 2013, he left the Ph.D.

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Ghost Students: The Rise of Bots in Online Education 

Faculty Focus

Chatbots must navigate a vast array of academic subjects, making it crucial to address bias and ensure the accuracy of information embedded in their knowledge base. College settings foster collaborative learning environments, where students engage in dynamic discussions and group activities.