Edsurge

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

From among hundreds of nominations, the award team gave the Learning Science Research prize to Arthur Graesser , Professor in the Department of Psychology and the Institute of Intelligent Systems at the University of Memphis. That’s where intelligent tutoring systems come into play. What drove you to develop these systems?

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Conventional schooling often leaves students disillusioned, questioning their intelligence and value as it is framed by a system that needs an overhaul. They cover myriad different topics, often in an interdisciplinary format: from Adulting 101, Renewable Energy, and Beekeeping to Comparative Religions and International Relations.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

K-12 learning opportunities must prepare students with the necessary skills to succeed in Industry 4.0. Students need to develop technological skills combined with critical, creative and social-emotional mindsets to solve complex problems and succeed in today’s postsecondary environment and workforce.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Market intelligence firm HolonIQ expects global edtech spend to reach $300 billion in 2022 and up to $404 billion in 2025. It could also appear through improved student confidence in learning, equitable instruction and lesson content, and the potential to equip students with skills for their futures.

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Edsurge

MAY 15, 2024

Inclusive STEM programs widen job opportunities for the growing technology sector, support students in building digital literacy skills and empower young people to become creators — not just consumers — of technology. As the demand for digital skills grows, schools must develop inclusive programs to engage diverse learners.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 9, 2024

A school-based makerspace is a hands-on, creative environment where students can explore STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) and other interdisciplinary subjects. These spaces empower students to develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaborative skills while working on real-world projects.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

These efforts are often described as attempts to “ help non-computer science students build the tech skills required for today’s jobs ” so that they are ultimately “ more employable. ” When coding shows up in the curriculum of a liberal arts program, its primary purpose is usually pretty obvious: help students get hired.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 27, 2024

–Michael Arquin, Founder, KidWind The emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) has presented districts everywhere with new teaching and learning opportunities. The workforce has undergone significant changes, and today’s jobs require advanced skills and specialized training, particularly in STEM fields. This year at St.

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Edsurge

MAY 15, 2023

Her diverse background in teaching writing, science and coding positioned her well to participate in the Project Topeka pilot, a multifaceted AI program that gave real-time feedback to students to support the development of argumentative writing skills. What role do you see AI playing in the future of teaching and learning writing skills?

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Edsurge

APRIL 29, 2021

An unprecedented number of people are unemployed, while artificial intelligence, machine learning and automation are already changing the job market. Our education system should be our best effort to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and tools that they need to be prosperous, productive, and employed citizens.

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Edsurge

APRIL 6, 2017

Artificial intelligence (AI) systems can recognize your speech like Siri or identify images like Facebook, but these types of machine intelligences are built on statistical approximation, using loads of data to make educated guesses. Working with kids gives you grounding. The democratization of AI is something Puri is passionate about.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 22, 2023

The lab will be focused on fostering safe and ethical use of artificial intelligence (AI) in educational settings, and part of a nationwide network of similar policy initiatives, including the New York City Public Schools AI Policy Lab. The AI boom, for example, has made coding and data management skills integral.

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eSchool News

APRIL 25, 2024

AMERICAN FORK, Utah – YouScience ® ,the leading technology provider dedicated to solving the skills gap crisis for students and employers, is proud to announce the recipients of the esteemed YouScience Innovative Educator Award. His commitment to student success has led to increased career awareness and readiness among his students.

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Faculty Focus

APRIL 22, 2025

Since the public release of ChatGPT in December 2022, educators have faced the challenge of effectively integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into their teaching. In this context, AI serves as a companion that guides students in their tasks, enhancing their critical thinking and problem-solving skills. link] Garca-Pealvo, F.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 21, 2017

Elon Musk, founder of SpaceX, Tesla Motors and Hyperloop, has some serious reservations about artificial intelligence. As if in an effort to challenge such siloes of learning, the National Academy of Engineering has created a Grand Challenges Scholars Program to give students broad, interdisciplinary problems to solve.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 8, 2024

Traditional high schools often prioritize rote learning and standardized testing, which can limit your ability to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Ultimately, vocational and technical education programs equip students with practical skills for direct entry into the workforce.

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Edsurge

APRIL 17, 2019

Artificial intelligence has become a ubiquitous buzzword for tech companies these days, but even though all kinds of founders and CEOs say their product is infused with AI, the meaning of the term varies from advanced machine learning to a smart spreadsheet. At the same time, there’s growing public awareness around the risks of AI.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 11, 2016

Students also need a rich set of social and cognitive skills that span beyond any given discipline. In addition to being proficient in math, literacy, and the sciences, we believe students need well-developed social and cognitive skills to be successful in life.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

SEL programs focus on developing skills such as self-awareness, empathy, and resilience, recognizing the importance of emotional intelligence in academic success. Competency-Based Education: A shift towards competency-based education, focusing on students mastering specific skills rather than adhering strictly to grade levels.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 31, 2019

Interdisciplinary student and professor teams at Yale have developed projects that include using motion capture and artificial intelligence to generate dance choreography, converting museum exhibits into detailed digital replicas , and making an app that uses augmented reality to simulate injuries on the mannequins medical students use for training.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

In the medical setting, you get more parent contact because they're the ones bringing the patient to the clinic, whereas in the schools, you get more interdisciplinary contact and less with the parents. It's interesting. That has to be more intentional through emails, meetings, IEPs, things of that nature.

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Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

But experimenting with generative AI (GAI) teaches us that this casual approach might work for experts, but that it might rob students of the critical thinking skills granted by the writing process. Such a practice might also convince administrations that certain departments are unnecessary.

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Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

But experimenting with generative AI (GAI) teaches us that this casual approach might work for experts, but that it might rob students of the critical thinking skills granted by the writing process. Such a practice might also convince administrations that certain departments are unnecessary.

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k12 Online Schools

APRIL 23, 2025

These schools are characterized by their commitment to interdisciplinary learning, collaborative projects with international partners, and the integration of technology to facilitate communication and learning across borders. Global Trends in Education The shift towards global learning is reflected in broader educational trends.

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Faculty Focus

MARCH 6, 2025

Three years into the current Artificial Intelligence (AI) hype cycle, catalyzed by the release of ChatGPT in November 2022, AI continues to profoundly disrupt higher education. From the moment ChatGPT hit the scene, articles proclaimed the death of the college essay , and students have begun questioning the need to develop skills in writing.

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Faculty Focus

MARCH 6, 2025

Three years into the current Artificial Intelligence (AI) hype cycle, catalyzed by the release of ChatGPT in November 2022, AI continues to profoundly disrupt higher education. From the moment ChatGPT hit the scene, articles proclaimed the death of the college essay , and students have begun questioning the need to develop skills in writing.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 19, 2020

We—two psychologists at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence—spoke to educational leaders and one futurist about what is needed to make this new reality work for educators and students in the long run. The squads are autonomous and choose the focus of their interdisciplinary projects together.

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k12 Online Schools

MAY 6, 2025

This mental wandering strengthens cognitive flexibility, a crucial skill for creativity, problem-solving, and even emotional regulation. Boredom Builds Emotional Intelligence We often forget that managing emotions is a learned skill, and boredom provides an ideal training ground. That skill starts with childhood boredom.

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