eSchool News

MAY 30, 2025

Key points: Existing AI tools are not bad–theyre just incomplete How will AI impact students biggest challenges? Ethics and accessibility policies Written down but rarely embedded in daily workflows. Feedback loops Built to correct errors, not guide growth. These systems might help learners stay afloat.

Ethics 209

Ethics Intelligence Feedback Questions 209

Faculty Focus

JUNE 26, 2025

Artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini are increasingly prevalent in higher education, raising questions about how students can engage with AI meaningfully. Students who learn to create precise, open-ended, and iterative prompts can use AI to support their cognitive engagement.

Critical Thinking 69

Critical Thinking Skills Ethics Academic Integrity 69

Faculty Focus

JULY 13, 2025

Critical thinking is defined by Paul and Elder as “the art of analyzing and evaluating thought processes with a view to improving them” (Paul and Elder 2020, 9). The key is to teach your students ways to improve their thinking and using the Paul and Elder model can be an effective tool.

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Critical Thinking Intelligence Education Learning 98

Faculty Focus

JULY 13, 2025

Critical thinking is defined by Paul and Elder as “the art of analyzing and evaluating thought processes with a view to improving them” (Paul and Elder 2020, 9). The key is to teach your students ways to improve their thinking and using the Paul and Elder model can be an effective tool.

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Critical Thinking Intelligence Education Learning 128

Faculty Focus

JUNE 17, 2025

However, it also raises critical ethical, operational, and strategic challenges. This strategy encompasses identifying core values, assessing stakeholder needs, integrating ethical considerations, and defining leadership’s role in championing AI initiatives.

Ethics 75

Ethics Education Evaluation Fairness 75

Faculty Focus

JULY 8, 2025

I recently attended a student panel on use of AI in college classes. Even, or especially, in an AI age, we know our students need to think critically and learn authentically to be productive and engaged citizens and future employees. We can teach students to critically analyze AI-assisted work and promote authentic learning as we do.

Critical Thinking 127

Critical Thinking Assignments Academic Integrity Intelligence 127

k12 Digest

JUNE 23, 2025

Nam is the co-founder of the Vietnam Innovative Educators Foundation (VIEF), a professional network of over 157,000 educators committed to advancing technology-enhanced and student-centered teaching practices nationwide. As a student, I found myself disengaged, even though I deeply valued the idea of learning.

Interdisciplinary 144

Interdisciplinary Learning Feedback Culture 144

Edsurge

JUNE 11, 2025

Students light up when they create something meaningful, and every educator has seen that spark. Coding alone isn’t enough; students must also learn to think systemically, design creatively and build with intention. Coding alone isn’t enough; students must also learn to think systemically, design creatively and build with intention.

Ethics 151

Ethics Science Game-Based Learning Motivation 151

eSchool News

MAY 5, 2025

Key points: Creating a culture where all students see themselves as capable math thinkers starts with leaders Key questions that unleash powerful PLCs Ethical PD: Doing right by the teachers who do right by the world For more news on teachers PD, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership hub One of my first vivid memories of math is of timed tests.

Math 182

Math Beliefs Culture Ethics 182

Edsurge

MAY 5, 2025

Students today are shaping identities that will guide them through careers spanning the decades ahead. As educators and industry leaders, we must ask: What do students and their teachers need to prepare for a future that is still unfolding? Every student deserves access; its a fundamental part of literacy.

Science 111

Science Ethics Education Students 111

Faculty Focus

JULY 20, 2025

Students often view general education requirements (gen eds) as “hurdles” to overcome on their way to the learning that matters to them. Sadly, students often trudge through gen ed courses, without realizing the intended benefits. At least in a face-to-face classroom, a student can meet a new friend or connect with a professor.

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Syllabus Education Ethics Instructors 94

Faculty Focus

JULY 8, 2025

I recently attended a student panel on use of AI in college classes. Even, or especially, in an AI age, we know our students need to think critically and learn authentically to be productive and engaged citizens and future employees. We can teach students to critically analyze AI-assisted work and promote authentic learning as we do.

Critical Thinking 98

Critical Thinking Assignments Academic Integrity Intelligence 98

Faculty Focus

MAY 15, 2025

This article includes a free, open-access resource for educators: What Your Students Arent Telling You: Listening, Learning, and Leading with Empathy. The book, co-authored with students, offers actionable strategies and insights to help create more inclusive and humane learning environments.

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Disabilities Course Design Students Lecturing 54

Faculty Focus

JUNE 22, 2025

Systems Thinking Principles and Framework for Liberal Arts Curriculum and Interdisciplinary Learning Systems thinking is a powerful tool for promoting students’ holistic thinking, interdisciplinary learning, critical and creative thinking skills for problem solving (Meadows, 2008; Richmond, 1994, 2000).

Art 114

Art Curriculum Interdisciplinary Teaching 114

Faculty Focus

APRIL 29, 2025

The hierarchical structure of academia places tenure-track faculty at particular risk, as they are vulnerable to unfair evaluation practices, disproportionate workloads, and a lack of mentorship from senior faculty. Additionally, he received training from the University of South Florida in Inclusive and Ethical Leadership. Olender, L.,

Education 98

Education Culture Counselling Ethics 98

Edsurge

JUNE 9, 2025

Their mission is to ensure every student is “ AI ready ” — prepared to use emerging technologies, like generative AI, in an ethical and responsible manner in school, life and future work, regardless of where those careers take them. Students completed the pilot during their homeroom period. How would it be delivered?

Ethics 112

Ethics Evaluation Testing Science 112

Faculty Focus

JUNE 22, 2025

Systems Thinking Principles and Framework for Liberal Arts Curriculum and Interdisciplinary Learning Systems thinking is a powerful tool for promoting students’ holistic thinking, interdisciplinary learning, critical and creative thinking skills for problem solving (Meadows, 2008; Richmond, 1994, 2000).

Art 97

Art Curriculum Interdisciplinary Teaching 97

Elevate k12

JULY 3, 2025

Districts across the country are facing a convergence of policy shocks that are fundamentally altering how they deliver instruction, serve students with specific needs, and ensure legal compliance. Legal obligations, such as ensuring appropriate services for students with disabilities or English learners, remain intact.

Special Education 94

Special Education English Languages Language 94

Faculty Focus

JUNE 29, 2025

I offered students a chance to ask about my education, experience in finance, the time I lived and studied in Paris, or how I ended up teaching at a community college. I had begun to worry it widened the gap between me and my students by highlighting differences rather than commonalities. But a few years ago, I removed the slide.

Teaching 72

Teaching Motivation Learning Outcomes Instructors 72

Faculty Focus

JUNE 29, 2025

I offered students a chance to ask about my education, experience in finance, the time I lived and studied in Paris, or how I ended up teaching at a community college. I had begun to worry it widened the gap between me and my students by highlighting differences rather than commonalities. But a few years ago, I removed the slide.

Teaching 71

Teaching Motivation Learning Outcomes Instructors 71

Faculty Focus

JUNE 19, 2025

Jenni coordinated advisory board meetings and acted as the accreditation liaison for her entire department, and her teaching evaluations were strong. A dedicated professional, with service hours, a record of scholarship, and stellar teaching evaluations should receive advancement in rank and tenure.

Teaching 63

Teaching Ethics Teaching Evaluations Evaluation 63

Faculty Focus

JUNE 19, 2025

Jenni coordinated advisory board meetings and acted as the accreditation liaison for her entire department, and her teaching evaluations were strong. A dedicated professional, with service hours, a record of scholarship, and stellar teaching evaluations should receive advancement in rank and tenure.

Teaching 56

Teaching Ethics Teaching Evaluations Evaluation 56

eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2025

Digital literacy provides foundational technical competencies, but data literacy is necessary to equip students with the analytical frameworks needed to responsibly navigate our quantified world. But as we prepare students for the future, its no longer enough for them to simply use technology. The same goes for students.

Ethics 289

Ethics Education Culture Social Studies 289

eSchool News

DECEMBER 23, 2024

On the 6th Day of Edtech, our story focuses on ethical AI use. As AI evolves to become an ever-present part of education, there must be a systemic imperative for K-12 school districts to cultivate an ethically-driven mindset. Join eSchool News for the 12 Days of Edtech with 2024s most-read and most-loved stories.

Ethics 314

Ethics Education Intelligence Culture 314

eSchool News

APRIL 2, 2024

As AI evolves to become an ever-present part of education, there must be a systemic imperative for K-12 school districts to cultivate an ethically-driven mindset. Our AI guiding principles started this process of building an ethical AI mindset, which provided pathways to critically question AI in our system.

Ethics 331

Ethics Education Intelligence Culture 331

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Department of Education has released a guide intended to help educators and education leaders integrate AI into education ethically and equitably. Mitigating Risk: Safeguarding Student Privacy, Security, and Non-Discrimination (Modules 1-3). Maximizing Opportunity: Guiding the Effective Use and Evaluation of AI (Modules 8- 10).

Ethics 307

Ethics Evaluation Intelligence Motivation 307

eSchool News

DECEMBER 5, 2024

AI encourages cheating A common fear is that students will use AI to bypass learning. For example, students can use AI for initial brainstorming or as a tool to refine their writing, requiring them to demonstrate understanding by reflecting on or critiquing AI-generated content. Preparing students for the future AI isn’t going away.

Ethics 322

Ethics Critical Thinking Essay Students 322

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

But more than that, it would be important to teach his science students how to interact with the tool for their own careers, he first told EdSurge last April. In his view, it would be like familiarizing his students with an early version of the calculator, and students who hadn’t encountered it would be disadvantaged.

Ethics 197

Ethics Teachers Laboratory Writing 197

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

This introduction explores the significance of fostering digital literacy skills to prepare students for success in the evolving technological landscape. Students and educators alike engage in information literacy, acquiring the ability to critically evaluate online information, conduct research, and discern credible sources.

Ethics 254

Ethics Students Evaluation Communication 254

eSchool News

JANUARY 16, 2025

Preventing students from using AI can often limit their abilities to achieve and feel good about themselves, Clark said. For example, AI can translate learning materials for ELL populations or can customize approaches for students struggling with dyslexia. How do we help students thrive in a rapidly evolving AI-driven world?

Ethics 329

Ethics Feedback Evaluation Assignments 329

eSchool News

JUNE 28, 2024

Instead of forbidding generative AI tools, it’s critical that teachers show students how and when it’s appropriate to use AI in student writing. The bottom line: When students are confident in their writing skills, they will be less tempted to run directly to AI to generate a writing assignment.

Writing 318

Writing Essay Plagiarism Assignments 318

eSchool News

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Most districts are realizing that straightforward banning of ChatGPT and other tools only keeps the students without home access and data plans from using A toolsets. The best way to manage assignments and ethical use is to set expectations and put them front and center in the assignments themselves.

Academic Integrity 294

Academic Integrity Ethics Assignments Evaluation 294

eSchool News

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Unlike chess, where playing the game well is the point, education systems need to track students reasoning in order to help students build expertise. Its not about speed or efficiency in arriving at the correct answer; its about nurturing a students comprehension and conceptual understanding. Does the AI think like a student?

Students 300

Students Coaching Intelligence Ethics 300

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Key points: One example of digital literacy skills includes critical thinking Learn more about digital literacy skills for students Learning is evolving–stay updated on learning in the digital age In the 21st century, students must develop digital literacy skills to thrive in a technology-dominated landscape.

Skills 254

Skills Ethics Critical Thinking Evaluation 254

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Unlike chess, where playing the game well is the point, education systems need to track students’ reasoning in order to help students build expertise. It’s not about speed or efficiency in arriving at the correct answer; it’s about nurturing a student’s comprehension and conceptual understanding. Take math, for example.

Students 329

Students Coaching Intelligence Ethics 329

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Personalized learning materials : Gen AI makes it easy to tailor educational content to individual student needs; it can adapt materials based on difficulty levels, interests, and learning styles. Students often demonstrate their learning through written explanations in the forms of short answer questions and essays.

Metacognitive Skills 332

Metacognitive Skills Ethics Critical Thinking Evaluation 332

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Key points: Edtech tools can be a valuable resource to build media literacy skills Teaching ethical edtech for future innovators How to help students build critical success skills For more news on media literacy, see eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Media literacy has emerged as a critical skillset in today’s digital landscape.

Skills 294

Skills Ethics Critical Thinking Evaluation 294