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5 strategies to get your students talking

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Natalie Svrcek, an associate professor at SUNY Brockport, offered strategies to help students collaborate and engage in discussions. A variety of multimodal tools can model using diverse technology to foster discussion: HyperDocs : HypderDocs is a digital tool that uses hyperlinks to package a variety of learning materials in one space.

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How Gimkit engages my students

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During this time, students experienced significant change and evolved into a more technologically-dependent group. During this time, students experienced significant change and evolved into a more technologically-dependent group. What is Gimkit? To begin with, what is Gimkit?

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Lights, camera, literacy: Student-created book reviews inspire a global reading culture

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students read for fun almost every day–down from 31 percent in 1984. What began as a simple classroom project to encourage reading evolved into a movement that amplified student voices, built confidence, and connected learners across cultures. Students were given creative freedom to shape their presentations. The result?

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How students are really using AI tools: What schools need to know

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Whether youre new to the education space, refining your policies, or growing in your role, understanding the different ways students use AI is crucial. In fact, students are using AI chatbots to talk about the most painful of topics, such as self-harm and suicide. Always on your side.

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Whose call: A student-driven approach to school cell phone policies

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Using a student-centered process, we have seen positive results with schools who want to develop effective cell phone policies to minimize distractions, enhance student focus, and help them build relationships with teachers and peers. Are students engaged in meaningful work or simply just ‘doing school’?

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5 digital resources to engage students in meaningful learning

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Key points: Digital resources can make learning more effective and enjoyable for students 4 edtech tools that can transform student teamwork A critical shift in digital instruction in 2025 For more news on digital resources, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub As education evolves, the classroom is no longer limited to books and blackboards.

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5 resources to build stronger classrooms through PLCs

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As the new school year approaches, one of the most powerful tools for continuous improvement is the professional learning community (PLC). When implemented effectively, PLCs foster collaboration, accountability, and a shared focus on student success. Why PLCs matter PLCs are not just staff meetings with a new name.

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