Catlin Tucker

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Not only has the explosion of artificial intelligence (AI) and chatbots created concern about assigning writing, but myriad challenges exist when we send writing home with students. #1 Technology access can be another barrier.

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Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 22, 2023

This promotes critical thinking and historical empathy. Discussing Feelings and Emotions: During a lesson on emotions, the teacher could ask students to reflect on how they used to think about certain feelings and how their understanding has evolved. This promotes emotional intelligence and self-awareness.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

For English Language Learners (ELLs), this scenario is even more daunting due to limited vocabulary or fear of making mistakes. Enter artificial intelligence (AI)–a powerful tool that transforms storytelling into an accessible and engaging experience for every student. Encouraging critical thinking is also crucial.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2025

Instead, we must delve into the nuanced characteristics of various Large Language Models (LLMs) and student-facing AI to discern how their unique capabilities can be leveraged to achieve diverse educational objectives. Mega Sessions provide attendees with in-depth insights into the most relevant and emerging educational technology topics.

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k12 Digest

MAY 19, 2025

Now, educators are trying to navigate the ethical use of artificial intelligence in the field. As insights from neuroscience increasingly inform educational practices, we are seeing old theories and practices, such as whole language, challenged and new approaches more aligned to the science of learning emerge.

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Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not new. Beyond basic editing, students can add specifications such as editing for English as a first language, or editing for the academic environment. From there we have an open critical thinking discussion on how our findings and current evidence present synergy, learning gaps, or discrepancy.

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Intelligence Plagiarism Quizzes Academic Integrity 144

eSchool News

MAY 1, 2024

While some educators worry that technology and artificial intelligence (AI) might have a negative effect in these areas, many see the positive impact of AI on students’ ability to learn in their preferred languages, improved grades and career readiness. Canada, and in northern Europe, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East.

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Faculty Focus

MAY 21, 2024

Like many of our colleagues, the emergence of ChatGPT and other generative artificial intelligence sites initially created a mild panic. Students regularly shared they were not interested in using a generative intelligence site to complete their work—they were not ready to trust AI with their learning, and more specifically, course grades.

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Intelligence Critical Thinking Learning Assignments 128

eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2024

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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eSchool News

DECEMBER 8, 2023

For more on AI in education, visit eSN’s Digital Learning page In education, we tend to move pretty slowly when it comes to adopting new technology, and that pattern won’t change with artificial intelligence (AI). Artificial intelligence tools also have great potential to automate a lot of the grunt work in teaching.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

® (“DreamBox”), the only provider of solutions rated “Strong” by Johns Hopkins’ EvidenceforESSA.org in both mathematics and reading and pioneer of intelligent adaptive learning, announced the launch of DreamBox Reading Park , an expansion of its reading portfolio to PreK-2 students nationwide.

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eSchool News

APRIL 4, 2025

Key points: All students are math language learners, regardless of their home language Fostering metacognition and AI integration for ELLs How to support multilingual learners in STEM For more news on language learners, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Math isnt just about numbers. Its about language, too.

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Math Accessibility English Language 238

eSchool News

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Parents also expressed concerns about dependence on AI, including the potential for a lack of human interaction (56 percent), negative impacts on critical thinking skills (48 percent), and the risk of students using AI to cheat (48 percent). This press release originally appeared online.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 25, 2024

For startups, this represents an opportunity to change the trajectory of education through the thoughtful and equitable use of data, analytics, and artificial intelligence (AI) to power solutions and solve some of education’s greatest challenges. The platform houses the UK’s largest hub of support funds, scholarships, and grants for students.

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Edsurge

MARCH 27, 2025

Among the top 50 teams, 42 percent used artificial intelligence to power their inventions. Just as many said they currently lack the resources to integrate artificial intelligence into their curriculum. Data science concepts form the building blocks of artificial intelligence, including popular large language models like ChatGPT.

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Intelligence Teachers Science Plagiarism 206

Edsurge

AUGUST 16, 2023

The integration of AI tools in English language arts (ELA) instruction has emerged as a potentially transformative pedagogical approach that could redefine the traditional landscape of education. You are still a thinking and feeling human being! You should never give up your voice and replace it with AI.

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Faculty Focus

MAY 21, 2024

Like many of our colleagues, the emergence of ChatGPT and other generative artificial intelligence sites initially created a mild panic. Students regularly shared they were not interested in using a generative intelligence site to complete their work—they were not ready to trust AI with their learning, and more specifically, course grades.

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Intelligence Critical Thinking Learning Assignments 109

eSchool News

APRIL 29, 2024

It is designed to help education leaders and policymakers navigate the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) in education. “It is critical that we ensure appropriate supports and guardrails are in place for our teachers and students to effectively use generative artificial intelligence.

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Intelligence Exams Ethics Learning Styles 258

eSchool News

MARCH 11, 2025

Teaching metacognition equips ELLs with the tools needed to navigate not only language acquisition but also the demands of various subject areas, from math and science to history and literature (Flavell, 1979; Schraw & Moshman, 1995). Translating phrases into Spanish helped him connect new terms to his native language.

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Essay Ethics Feedback Languages 174

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

In January, Colby College announced the formation of the Davis Institute for Artificial Intelligence , calling it the “first cross-disciplinary institute for artificial intelligence at a liberal arts college.” There’s a clue in a statement from the Davis Institute’s first director , natural language processing expert Amanda Stent.

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Faculty Focus

AUGUST 24, 2023

This is combined with Large Language Models (LLMs) which collect extensive data from various sources, including Wikipedia, public forums, and programming-related websites like Q&A sites and tutorials. Further, students may not develop the skills necessary for original ideas and critical thinking.

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Intelligence Critical Thinking Academic Integrity Peer Review 98

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 24, 2023

This is combined with Large Language Models (LLMs) which collect extensive data from various sources, including Wikipedia, public forums, and programming-related websites like Q&A sites and tutorials. Further, students may not develop the skills necessary for original ideas and critical thinking.

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Intelligence Critical Thinking Academic Integrity Peer Review 98

Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not new. Beyond basic editing, students can add specifications such as editing for English as a first language, or editing for the academic environment. From there we have an open critical thinking discussion on how our findings and current evidence present synergy, learning gaps, or discrepancy.

Intelligence 111

Intelligence Plagiarism Quizzes Academic Integrity 111

eSchool News

JUNE 14, 2024

This professional learning covered one of the most-discussed new technologies of the day: artificial intelligence. Additionally, students can use ChatGPT to learn new languages, receive personalized tutoring, and explore new subjects at their own pace.

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k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

Whether its reinforcing math concepts, improving reading comprehension, or learning a new language, these resources make learning more engaging and effective. Many students face challenges not due to a lack of intelligence but because they struggle with organization, time management, and emotional regulation.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Trends in K-12 education in 2023 will continue into 2024, most notably immersive technologies, artificial intelligence, personalized learning, and online and hybrid learning. Adaptive learning platforms are gaining prominence as personalized becomes more critical for student success.

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Learning Styles Intelligence Blended Learning Gamification 286

Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Problem Solving: Students identify common tech issues and propose solutions, fostering critical thinking. Problem-Solving Mindset: Emphasizing that problems are opportunities fosters resilience and encourages critical thinking among students. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Last spring, my university held an emergency faculty meeting about identifying papers written using artificial intelligence. Support for People Learning English as a Second Language AI offers people who are learning English new and improved avenues for more effective communication.

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Education English Students Languages 209

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 30, 2024

AI algorithms use massive datasets and natural language processing to produce content that replicates student writing styles as teaching tools. Improved Writing Quality For many students, especially those learning English as a second language, AI technologies are essential for language and writing improvement.

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Writing Essay Ethics Plagiarism 187

Edsurge

DECEMBER 20, 2023

How can educators prepare students for an evolving future influenced by artificial intelligence? Then, students learned to code with graphical programming language. The activity develops students’ problem-solving, critical thinking, communication and collaboration skills. Finally, the machine played with the kids.

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Education Learning Intelligence Coaching 189

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Artificial intelligence holds significant potential to address key challenges in education, particularly in enhancing student engagement and facilitating personalized learning. For example, if a student has a modified grade, AI can adjust the language level of the generated content.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

A few years ago, I did a poll on the meaning of the word ‘turkey’ This was to demonstrate how powerful symbols are to your students and do so with an authentic use of technology to support discussion on math, language standards, and the holidays. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

It can handle a variety of language tasks, including answering questions, writing essays, generating creative content, offering explanations, giving advice, and engaging in natural-sounding conversations” (as explained by ChatGPT itself). What is ChatGPT?

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Ethics Essay Syllabus Feedback 339

Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 18, 2025

Just as important, it’s that rare fun lesson that teaches problem solving and critical thinking without the usual pain. Students who participate in the coding pathway can earn citations for their fluency in Java and Python, two in-demand coding languages. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

I predict two issues will take center stage- artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity. Vrain , we’ve implemented artificial intelligence to provide teachers with extra support and to deliver high-quality, meaningful, and relevant professional learning opportunities. Immersive technologies are rapidly reshaping how students learn.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 12, 2024

Critical thinking : They require students analyze information, identify relevant concepts. Language skills : Word problems involve reading and understanding written instructions, requiring students interpret written information, extract relevant details, and communicate solutions.

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Math Critical Thinking Intelligence English 165

Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Neil Browne, Question-Based Critical Thinking Reflecting on my more than five decades of teaching critical thinking, I feel disappointment that I showed so little respect for the multiple pathways to engagement ­­­available to teachers. We shrug off critical thinking questions about those topics.

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