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AI is changing the role of teaching assistants

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Key points: AI can empower TAs to better support student learning Revolutionizing storytelling with AI: Empowering ELLs Harnessing generative AI to revolutionize educator growth For more news on AI in education, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub The role of a teaching assistant (TA), sometimes known as a paraprofessional, is more complex than ever.

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‘We’re Everywhere Now’: How a Speech Language Pathologist Has Seen Her Work Evolve

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Debi Ryan insists that bad days are few and far between in her line of work as a school-based speech language pathologist. The good days, she says, are abundant thanks in great part to her ongoing enthusiasm for and belief in the power of communication in the lives of children and adults. She calls her job soul-filling, and she has anecdotes to back it up.

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Closing the K-2 learning gap through systematic writing instruction

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Key points: Schools can help teachers provide systematic writing instruction by providing coaching and professional development 5 ways we used our literacy platforms to engage students Science teachers, math teachers, history teacherswere reading teachers now For more news on literacy, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub With educators under enormous pressure to make sure students meet grade level standards in reading and math, writing often takes a back seat in the curriculum, as many lit

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How to Develop an Effective Framework for AI Readiness

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How can we prepare students for a world increasingly influenced by artificial intelligence? If you are in the education field, its likely that you are dealing with AI in some way. AI readiness has emerged as a key focus area for forward-thinking educators. This approach goes beyond simply teaching students how to use AI tools; it aims to develop a comprehensive set of skills that will enable students to understand, critically evaluate and ethically engage with AI technologies.

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BloomBoard Partners with Barry University to Fill Florida’s Persistent Teacher Vacancies 

eSchool News

MIAMI According to the Florida Education Association , nearly 10,000 of the states public school teaching positions were vacant at the beginning of the 20242025 school year, with especially acute shortages in high-need areas such as Exceptional Student Education. To fill these vacancies, BloomBoard , a leading talent development provider for K12 school districts, has partnered with Miami-based Barry University to launch an innovative on-the-job bachelors degree program for aspiring educators.

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Teacher-Authors: What’s Happening on my Writer’s Blog

Ask a Tech Teacher

A lot of teacher-authors read my Ask a Tech teacher. In this monthly column, I share a popular post from the past month from my writing blog, WordDreams Good efriend Terri Webster Schrandt reminded me of National Love Your Pet Day last year on her blog, Sunday Stills. I’ve waited all year to add my own celebration! According to National Today Calendar, February 20 is Love Your Pet Day.

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Making Space for Community and Student Well-Being

EdTech Magazine

K12 libraries are finding their place in a highly digital world. More than a location to check out books and conduct research, these areas are transforming into hubs for creation, community and student well-being. These makerspaces feature a range of technologies, from high-tech options to low-tech ones, that meet a variety of student interests and needs.

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March Events and Holidays: 5 Exciting Topics to Talk About

Priceless Ponderings

Priceless Ponderings March Events and Holidays: 5 Exciting Topics to Talk About March is full of exciting events and holidays, making it the perfect time to shake things up in your classroom! If youre looking for a way to mix science and social studies with literacy, Ive got just the thing! Themed reading comprehension is a total game-changer. With THESE science reading comprehension worksheets , your students can connect March events and holidays to real-world topics while sharpening their read

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Make the Most Use of Social Stories in the Classroom Based on the Research

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If you’ve worked in autism or special education, you’ve likely heard of social stories. Sometimes called social narratives, social stories have been widely used since the 1990s to help students understand specific situations, navigate social expectations, and develop coping strategies. But here’s the thing—social stories aren’t a magic fix.

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Preparing School Devices for Testing: What You Need to Know

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With most student testing happening on 1:1 devices, preparation goes beyond study guides. Having the right accessories, backup devices, and a clear plan helps prevent disruptions. From ensuring students have the right tools to preparing for last-minute tech issues, heres how schools can keep testing on track. The post Preparing School Devices for Testing: What You Need to Know appeared first on K-12 Tech.

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5 Days of Math Play: Exploring Number Pairs with Magic!

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Math magic happens when young learners get hands-on experience with numbers! Using Marlos Magic Math Mats from the Math Kit Bundle 2, you can introduce number decomposition (breaking numbers into pairs) in a playful, engaging wayall in just 5-10 minutes each morning as a math warm-up! This daily math play routine helps students become familiar with different ways to make numbers within 10, without the pressure of writing formal equations.

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