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Students using AI: It’s not that scary and shouldn’t be banned

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Concerns about academic dishonesty, loss of critical thinking skills, and inappropriate content creation have sparked discussions about banning AI tools like ChatGPT, Grammarly, and others. However, with thoughtful integration and a shift in perspective, AI can be a powerful ally in the classroom rather than an adversary.

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A taxonomy for using AI in education

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This approach stems from concerns about academic integrity, originality, and the potential for AI to undermine the development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Importantly, the original content must still be generated by the students, maintaining the integrity of their work.

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Elmwood School: Where Girls Rise with Confidence, Curiosity and Global Vision

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What makes this continuum so effective is how it blends critical thinking with character education. Whether its writing a research paper with academic integrity or designing a technology solution that addresses a global issue, Elmwood girls learn how to think deeply and act responsibly. Meadowcroft.

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AI in K-12 instruction: Insights from instructional coaches

eSchool News

The most-cited applications included providing feedback on student work, creating professional development materials, supporting writing and content generation, creating course content, and enhancing accessibility for students with special needs. The integration of AI in K-12 education presents both opportunities and challenges.

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The 3 biggest misconceptions about AI

eSchool News

By Carl Hooker One of the biggest misconceptions about AI in education is that it will encourage students to cheat and cause academic integrity concerns. However, there are a couple of major problems with this line of thinking. Truth: Educators need to reconsider how they assess student work. ABSOLUTELY.

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Latest Enhancements to Discovery Education Services Drive Deeper Student Engagement 

eSchool News

Recently, Pivot’s product team added several new enhancements to the service including the additions of: Responsive feedback, which provides each student with targeted and specific feedback based on their answers. To support academic integrity, randomized questions ensure each student is assigned unique problems to work on.

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How digital tools and AI can enhance social studies

eSchool News

AI-powered virtual assistants can also provide instant feedback, answer questions, and facilitate interactive discussions, enabling students to engage more deeply with course content and develop higher-order thinking skills.