eSchool News

APRIL 18, 2024

More than 48 percent of those queried believe that hard skills will become less important and soft skills, such as reasoning and creativity, will increase in demand, according to the survey, conducted in March by Philadelphia-based Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics (SIAM).

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High School High School Ethics Plagiarism 297

Faculty Focus

APRIL 22, 2025

The key question is: how can we transform AI from a potential source of plagiarism into a valuable educational resource? In this context, AI serves as a companion that guides students in their tasks, enhancing their critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Lets confront the reality: students are using AI.

Ethics 77

Ethics Plagiarism Education Intelligence 77

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JUNE 10, 2025

As Generative AI (GenAI, a subset of AI that can produce content, ideas, and data by learning from existing data and patterns) has become prevalent, so have a wide range of concerns about its usage: authenticity, critical thinking, bias, representation, plagiarism, and sustainability, to name a few. I value critical thinking.

Critical Thinking 63

Critical Thinking Instructors Plagiarism Intelligence 63

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APRIL 30, 2024

Cons of AI-Assisted Essay Writing Diminished Development of Writing Skills AI technologies help, but they also threaten autonomous writing. If students overuse AI to write essays, they may not engage in critical thinking and creativity. Over-reliance on AI can impair writing skills without lowering educational attainment.

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Essay Writing Ethics Plagiarism 187

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JUNE 28, 2024

Essay writing is a crucial skill for academic and professional success because it teaches clear, logical, and persuasive communication. Writing essays is an essential skill for both students and academic writers. Professional Opportunities Essay writing skills extend beyond academics.

Essay 157

Essay Writing Plagiarism Communication 157

Dangerously Irrelevant

MAY 8, 2025

In our Day 1 workshop, we will use the free 4 Shifts Protocol to redesign lessons, units, and other instructional activities for critical thinking and problem solving, greater student agency, more real-world authentic work, and robust technology infusion.

Ethics 52

Ethics Teachers Plagiarism Critical Thinking 52

Edsurge

MARCH 27, 2025

I rarely say 100 percent to anything, but I think the answer is 100 percent, Adams, senior manager of Corporate Citizenship at Samsung, says of the proportion of students who will use AI at work in the future. At the classroom level, teachers are on the same page.

Intelligence 210

Intelligence Teachers Science Plagiarism 210

Edsurge

DECEMBER 24, 2018

Unfortunately, education has become no exception to this gig economy lifestyle: it is not uncommon for students to plagiarize content from the internet, or turn to a third party to complete their school papers and assignments—a practice that threatens the value of education as a transformational enterprise.

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Internet Plagiarism Instructors Assignments 144

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Collaborative projects can be enhanced with AI-driven tools that promote communication and teamwork skills. By fostering creativity, critical thinking, and collaborative problem-solving, AI has the potential to cultivate a generation of students equipped with the skills necessary for success in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Ethics 130

Ethics Teaching Methods Education Critical Thinking 130

Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 5, 2023

As I scanned topics like academic integrity, academic dishonesty, and plagiarism, I quickly adopted others’ persuasive opinions based on limited information. The media they were interacting with every day added relevance and depth to our critical thinking skills, which enhanced both learning and contemporary work place applications.

Intelligence 144

Intelligence Plagiarism Quizzes Academic Integrity 144

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MAY 18, 2023

Plagiarism ranges from not citing or quoting a source in the bibliography to taking bulk texts from other texts. Also, keep consistent and accurate reference information during research, and don’t plagiarize. The exercise provides an opportunity to perform independent research and develop critical thinking skills.

Essay 148

Essay Writing Plagiarism Evaluation 148

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JANUARY 27, 2021

plagiarism. In this course, teachers will use a suite of digital tools to make that possible while addressing overarching concepts like digital citizenship, internet search and research, authentic assessment, critical thinking, and immersive keyboarding. Topics include: copyrights, fair use, public domain. cyberbullying.

Teaching 195

Teaching Internet Authentic Assessment Writing 195

Faculty Focus

JANUARY 21, 2025

Trusting students does not mean ignoring accountability; it means designing courses, policies, and practices that build their confidence and skills while treating them as equal partners in their education. Instead, focus on feedback that builds skills, enriches learning, and deepens understanding. Corwin Press. Nilson, L.

Plagiarism 112

Plagiarism Syllabus Ethics Feedback 112

Class Tech Tips

MAY 8, 2025

In our Day 1 workshop, we will use the free 4 Shifts Protocol to redesign lessons, units, and other instructional activities for critical thinking and problem solving, greater student agency, more real-world authentic work, and robust technology infusion.

Ethics 103

Ethics Teachers Plagiarism Critical Thinking 103

Faculty Focus

APRIL 22, 2025

The key question is: how can we transform AI from a potential source of plagiarism into a valuable educational resource? In this context, AI serves as a companion that guides students in their tasks, enhancing their critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Lets confront the reality: students are using AI.

Ethics 100

Ethics Plagiarism Education Intelligence 100

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AUGUST 27, 2021

plagiarism. In this course, teachers will use a suite of digital tools to make that possible while addressing overarching concepts like digital citizenship, internet search and research, authentic assessment, critical thinking, and immersive keyboarding. Topics include: copyrights, fair use, public domain. cyberbullying.

Internet 158

Internet Authentic Assessment Plagiarism Writing 158

Faculty Focus

JANUARY 21, 2025

Trusting students does not mean ignoring accountability; it means designing courses, policies, and practices that build their confidence and skills while treating them as equal partners in their education. Instead, focus on feedback that builds skills, enriches learning, and deepens understanding. Corwin Press. Nilson, L.

Plagiarism 96

Plagiarism Syllabus Ethics Feedback 96

Faculty Focus

MAY 21, 2024

While being mindful of the concerns of plagiarism, equity, and access, some have argued educators must not only accept AI in the classroom but must help their students use it effectively as part of their digital literacy (Bender 2024, 9). ” Teach , September, 20-21. van den Berg, Geesje and Elize du Plessis.

Intelligence 128

Intelligence Critical Thinking Learning Assignments 128

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MARCH 22, 2021

plagiarism. In this course, teachers will use a suite of digital tools to make that possible while addressing overarching concepts like digital citizenship, internet search and research, authentic assessment, critical thinking, and immersive keyboarding. Topics include: copyrights, fair use, public domain. cyberbullying.

Blended Learning 158

Blended Learning Teaching Learning Internet 158

Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 5, 2023

As I scanned topics like academic integrity, academic dishonesty, and plagiarism, I quickly adopted others’ persuasive opinions based on limited information. The media they were interacting with every day added relevance and depth to our critical thinking skills, which enhanced both learning and contemporary work place applications.

Intelligence 111

Intelligence Plagiarism Quizzes Academic Integrity 111

eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

A key conversation focuses on weighing its benefits versus risks, and many education institutions have been quick to implement bans on the technology altogether for fears of plagiarism in written works. This lesson reinforced that one must always view online content with a critical eye. How can I use AI as a teacher?

Plagiarism 130

Plagiarism Education Intelligence Textbooks 130

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 18, 2024

While AI can be a powerful tool to augment the teaching experience, human instructors remain essential for fostering student engagement, critical thinking, and emotional well-being. Critical Thinking Skills: AI is primarily focused on providing information and completing tasks, rather than fostering critical thinking skills.

Ethics 107

Ethics Instructors Intelligence Critical Thinking 107

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 18, 2024

While AI can be a powerful tool to augment the teaching experience, human instructors remain essential for fostering student engagement, critical thinking, and emotional well-being. Critical Thinking Skills: AI is primarily focused on providing information and completing tasks, rather than fostering critical thinking skills.

Ethics 107

Ethics Instructors Intelligence Critical Thinking 107

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JULY 21, 2017

By adding the creativity and problem-solving skills that are part and parcel to Anything Art, students have permission to use colors, images, and outside-the-lines thinking to address Big Ideas and Essential Questions. Minecraft uses a wide variety of STEAM skills but especially technology, engineering, and math. CSI Adventures.

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Art STEM Math Critical Thinking 108

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AUGUST 24, 2023

Further, students may not develop the skills necessary for original ideas and critical thinking. Areas to consider are teaching students how to use these tools, not only for their time-saving benefits, but also for addressing ethical concerns associated with plagiarism.

Intelligence 98

Intelligence Critical Thinking Academic Integrity Peer Review 98

Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

These include over-reliance, plagiarism, bias, limited creativity, ethical considerations, accessibility issues, oversimplification, distraction, and dehumanization of the learning experience. This challenge requires spatial reasoning and pattern recognition skills which are not well-developed in bots.

Academic Integrity 135

Academic Integrity Education Plagiarism Students 135

Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

This unexpected moment in the classroom alerted me to an opportunity to explore and expand the scope of information literacy skills I incorporate in my courses. I want to help them move beyond skepticism and distrust of sources to critical thinking. What do other news sites, or fact-checking sites say on the topic?

Teaching 130

Teaching Evaluation Discussions Plagiarism 130

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 24, 2023

Further, students may not develop the skills necessary for original ideas and critical thinking. Areas to consider are teaching students how to use these tools, not only for their time-saving benefits, but also for addressing ethical concerns associated with plagiarism.

Intelligence 94

Intelligence Critical Thinking Academic Integrity Peer Review 94

Faculty Focus

MAY 21, 2024

While being mindful of the concerns of plagiarism, equity, and access, some have argued educators must not only accept AI in the classroom but must help their students use it effectively as part of their digital literacy (Bender 2024, 9). ” Teach , September, 20-21. van den Berg, Geesje and Elize du Plessis.

Intelligence 98

Intelligence Critical Thinking Learning Assignments 98

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JANUARY 11, 2021

plagiarism. In this course, teachers will use a suite of digital tools to make that possible while addressing overarching concepts like digital citizenship, internet search and research, authentic assessment, critical thinking, and immersive keyboarding. Topics include: copyrights, fair use, public domain. cyberbullying.

Blended Learning 124

Blended Learning Teaching Learning Internet 124

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OCTOBER 23, 2023

Plagiarism can have severe consequences, and it’s essential to understand the subject matter and express your thoughts. Creative projects can be perceived as tough, but they allow you to express your originality and problem-solving skills. What’s easy for one person may be challenging for another.

Assignments 97

Assignments Multidisciplinary Plagiarism Students 97

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FEBRUARY 25, 2021

In this course, teachers will use a suite of digital tools to make that possible while addressing overarching concepts like digital citizenship, internet search and research, authentic assessment, critical thinking, and immersive keyboarding. Integrate keyboarding skills into classroom activities and prepare for yearly assessments.

Internet 115

Internet Authentic Assessment Writing Plagiarism 115

Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

This unexpected moment in the classroom alerted me to an opportunity to explore and expand the scope of information literacy skills I incorporate in my courses. I want to help them move beyond skepticism and distrust of sources to critical thinking. What do other news sites, or fact-checking sites say on the topic?

Teaching 111

Teaching Evaluation Discussions Plagiarism 111

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

plagiarism. In this course, teachers will use a suite of digital tools to make that possible while addressing overarching concepts like digital citizenship, internet search and research, authentic assessment, critical thinking, and immersive keyboarding. Topics include: copyrights, fair use, public domain. cyberbullying.

Blended Learning 102

Blended Learning Learning Internet Authentic Assessment 102

Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

These include over-reliance, plagiarism, bias, limited creativity, ethical considerations, accessibility issues, oversimplification, distraction, and dehumanization of the learning experience. This challenge requires spatial reasoning and pattern recognition skills which are not well-developed in bots.

Academic Integrity 111

Academic Integrity Education Plagiarism Students 111

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DECEMBER 21, 2018

plagiarism. In this course, teachers will use a suite of digital tools to make that possible while addressing overarching concepts like digital citizenship, internet search and research, authentic assessment, critical thinking, and immersive keyboarding. Topics include: copyrights, fair use, public domain. cyberbullying.

Education 97

Education Internet Authentic Assessment Writing 97

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APRIL 8, 2016

Students want to improve their writing skills if it means they get to create comics (the comification of education ). As students create their comic strip, they plan, hone creativity, practice writing skills, organize their thoughts (with easy-to-rearrange cells), and sequence ideas. Education applications. Education applications.

Writing 89

Writing Students Plagiarism Fairness 89