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Only 1 in 8 elementary teacher prep programs adequately teach math

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Too many students are falling behind in their math skills, limiting their academic success and future economic opportunities. Recent math scores from the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) show that a quarter of fourth graders lack even basic math skills.

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5 online resources to beat the summer slide

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NWEA research notes that students can lose up to two months of math skills over the summer, and reading abilities can also decline, particularly for students from underserved communities. Khan Academy : Khan Academy’s free online platform offers comprehensive lessons in math, science, history, and more.

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ISTELive 25 spotlights bold innovation

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Learn from their journey, featuring the innovative AI Trust You Add-On that fosters stronger student-teacher trust. We blend math, robotics, reading, and writing for engaging, collaborative learning. Gain practical, classroom-ready strategies to support staff in implementing AI effectively.

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From school year to summer: Why reliable edtech matters to boost literacy

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She insisted on having the latest World Book Encyclopedia set every year, instilling in me a love of reading and inquiry. In a landscape where English proficiency and reading levels vary widely, it’s essential that we provide high-quality, credible resources that offer both language accessibility and academic rigor.

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You’re using ChatGPT? A true story about why AI literacy starts with us

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Math isn’t my strongest subject, and when a student asked me to help solve an equation involving angles, I hesitated. They didn’t expect a teacher to use the same tool they’d been experimenting with themselves. Later, I learned that many students were already using a math-solving app called Gauth AI, but discreetly.

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ISTE Takeaways—What It Takes To Win the Impact Award

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He emphasizes that AI discussions are evolving beyond teacher efficiency to focus on revolutionizing curriculum, instruction, and pedagogy across subjects like math, science, and reading. Click through for the details:

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5 AI tools that offer more than hype

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Here are 5 AI tools or (edtech tools with unique AI-driven features) that can actually help in the classroom: ClassDojo’s Sidekick is an AI assistant that helps reduce busywork and give teachers more time with students. A report card comment generator transforms notes into personalized feedback, freeing up valuable educator time.

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