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 200

Ethics Teachers Laboratory Writing 200

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 257

Ethics Students Evaluation Communication 257

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 329

Writing Essay Plagiarism Assignments 329

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 278

Ethics Education Culture Social Studies 278

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 337

Ethics Feedback Evaluation Assignments 337

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 309

Academic Integrity Ethics Assignments Evaluation 309

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 258

Skills Ethics Critical Thinking Evaluation 258

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 338

Students Coaching Intelligence Ethics 338

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 339

Metacognitive Skills Ethics Critical Thinking Evaluation 339

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 310

Skills Ethics Critical Thinking Evaluation 310

eSchool News

JULY 1, 2024

Educators and institutions are grappling with how best to integrate these tools into the learning environment while balancing innovation with ethical considerations, assessment concerns, and instructor comfort. Below is a taxonomy of generative AI for educators to consider.

Ethics 323

Ethics Instructors Education Academic Integrity 323

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 113

Science Ethics Education Students 113

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 293

Students Coaching Intelligence Ethics 293

eSchool News

JANUARY 6, 2025

Book Talks with Benny unlocks valuable insights for educators by engaging students in a fun, age-appropriate conversation about the book theyre reading when Beanstack detects potentially dishonest logging. Before beginning any work with AI, we established ethical guidelines to ensure that our use is human-centric and transparent.

Quizzes 279

Quizzes Ethics History Intelligence 279

Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Teachers can leverage the power of thinking routines developed by Project Zero at Harvard’s Graduate School of Education to help students develop their metacognitive muscles. In the Claim step, students are prompted to articulate a clear and concise assertion or statement about the topic.

Questions 415

Questions Metacognitive Skills Ethics Math 415

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Artificial intelligence holds significant potential to address key challenges in education, particularly in enhancing student engagement and facilitating personalized learning. AI's ability to provide instantaneous, tailored feedback can revolutionize how educators evaluate and enhance academic performance.

Student Engagement 213

Student Engagement Ethics Teaching Education 213

eSchool News

OCTOBER 9, 2024

The AI Education Project on Wednesday released its AI Readiness Framework , a comprehensive way for students, teachers and school leaders to think about building AI Readiness in America’s schools and evaluating what being “AI Ready” means in a time of rapid technological change. ”

Interdisciplinary 279

Interdisciplinary Education Ethics Evaluation 279

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Fast forward to today, and we have GPT-4, a sophisticated AI model used by more than a million students worldwide. Students across academic disciplines are already harnessing the capabilities of GPT-4. As the author of this article and a continuing student in the educational field, ChatGPT-4 has been invaluable in my Ph.D.

Ethics 289

Ethics Academic Integrity Intelligence Evaluation 289

eSchool News

JUNE 13, 2024

Just as the “doll test” exposed the insidious effects of Jim Crow, we need a new metaphorical “doll test” to uncover the hidden biases that may lurk within AI systems and shape the minds of our students. The reality is that AI chatbots are already here, and their presence in our students’ lives will only grow.

Testing 323

Testing Critical Thinking Intelligence Ethics 323

eSchool News

DECEMBER 3, 2024

SCRANTON, PA – MMI Preparatory School, located in Freeland near Hazleton, has approved a pre-college agreement with Lackawanna College, enabling MMI students to earn college credits while still in high school. I am excited to be working with MMI, their staff, faculty, and students. Chrin, Ed.D.,

Counselling 278

Counselling Ethics Schools High School 278

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 170

Math Beliefs Culture Ethics 170

eSchool News

MAY 24, 2019

From the benefits of teaching lifelong digital citizenship skills to the challenges of preparing students to critically evaluate online information, Educators surveyed in the report share their perspectives on what it’s like to teach in a digital classroom and in the fast-changing digital world beyond.

Ethics 275

Ethics Evaluation Curriculum Skills 275

eSchool News

MAY 27, 2024

One faculty member spoke up and asked why we are not teaching student teachers to use a strong prompt for lesson plan development and encouraging them to use a generative AI tool to create lesson plans. The key is how the lesson plan is implemented to address student needs within the classroom, and not the creation of the lesson plan itself.

Evaluation 286

Evaluation Quizzes Ethics Knowledge 286

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Moreover, it facilitates adaptive assessments, moving beyond traditional testing to evaluate critical thinking skills. AI is set to play a pivotal role in personalized learning, adapting content to individual student needs and fostering a more tailored and engaging educational experience.

Intelligence 251

Intelligence Ethics Teaching Methods Education 251

eSchool News

DECEMBER 9, 2024

By equipping students with the skills, knowledge, and competencies they need to succeed, we can create a highly skilled and adaptable workforce that is capable of meeting the demands of a rapidly changing global economy. These tools can be used to support students in a variety of ways, from personalized learning to high-dose tutoring.

Achievement 287

Achievement Education Ethics Evaluation 287

Edsurge

OCTOBER 4, 2023

The first two principles focused on how to ensure that the AI tool not only fits with existing technology and workflows but equips students for their futures. These next three principles provide guidance on what to consider in your AI tool evaluation. Navigate the ethics of generative AI in education.

Ethics 186

Ethics Feedback Students Evaluation 186

Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 17, 2022

In my last two posts on self-awareness and self-management , I explored strategies for helping students identify, understand, and regulate their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. Think about and evaluate the consequences of a particular choice or decision. So, how do we help students make responsible decisions?

Learning 370

Learning Syllabus Evaluation Discussions 370

eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2024

From interactive simulations to online databases of primary sources, these tools offer educators a wide array of resources to enrich their curriculum and foster student learning.

Social Studies 293

Social Studies Study Ethics Intelligence 293

eSchool News

JULY 24, 2023

The integration of ChatGPT-4 enriches the curriculum, fosters collaboration, and prepares students for the challenges of the digital age. ChatGPT-4’s integration enables students to engage in nuanced discussions, evaluate complex information, and think critically.

Ethics 245

Ethics Learning Critical Thinking Intelligence 245

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

In educational settings, data can be derived from a range of sources–student assessments, attendance records, teacher evaluations, behavioral data, etc. For instance, consider a scenario where a district uses standardized test scores to evaluate teacher performance.

Education 281

Education Fairness Evaluation Ethics 281

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

Findings like the ones outlined by Common Sense suggest the need for schools to start teaching good digital citizenship to students at a very young age—and Ribble and many others believe that students should learn these skills throughout the K-12 curriculum. But that isn’t happening in many school districts.

Mobile Devices 279

Mobile Devices Plagiarism Ethics Internet 279

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Their input is vital in order to guide schools toward practices that will be the most beneficial to students. How can you empower your students for success in an AI world? Teach students about it. Today’s students will graduate into an AI world and an AI-infused workforce. Help students develop workforce skills.

Intelligence 343

Intelligence Education Ethics Lecturing 343

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 30, 2024

Explore the benefits and drawbacks of AI in essay writing, including its impact on student learning. AI and Writing Essays: Pros and Cons, How Will Students Learn to Write if an AI Writes It for Them? This technology will transform education by personalizing learning and meeting various student demands.

Writing 187

Writing Essay Ethics Plagiarism 187

Edsurge

MARCH 20, 2024

As such, many students enter college and the workforce not having enough practice in key critical thinking skills that they need to be innovative problem-solvers and effective communicators. Watch the full “Unlocking the Power of Creativity and AI: Preparing Students for the Future Workforce” webinar on-demand now.

Authentic Assessment 205

Authentic Assessment Ethics Students Evaluation 205

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Once upon a time, educators worried about the dangers of CliffsNotes — study guides that rendered great works of literature as a series of bullet points that many students used as a replacement for actually doing the reading. Students in biology are going to be using it in one way, chemistry students are going to be using it in another.

Study 213

Study Lecturing Instructors Students 213

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

As technology continues to shape every facet of modern life, proficiency in navigating digital tools, critically evaluating online information, and responsibly engaging in the digital space becomes crucial. Information literacy involves the ability to locate, evaluate, and use digital information critically.

Skills 130

Skills Critical Thinking Ethics Evaluation 130

eSchool News

OCTOBER 25, 2015

National Policy Board approves refreshed guidelines that hope to help educational leaders improve student achievement. New professional standards for educational leaders aim to ensure district and school leaders are able to improve student achievement and meet new, higher expectations. The standards are voluntary.

Schools 230

Schools Ethics Evaluation Achievement 230