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Edtech Show & Tell

Edtech Show & Tell: October 2024

Ray Bendici, Diana Restifo published 1 October 24

New edtech products that have caught our attention this month

Google looks to improve the conversation around AI in the educational space

How GenerationAI Looks to Normalize AI in the Classroom By Empowering Educators

Michael Millington published 1 October 24

Google.org is partnering with ISTE to create GenerationAI, an initiative focused on educating teachers on AI use.

Creating an internal communication system helps keep educators connected while protecting vital information

Creating An App That Keeps A School Community Connected

Michael Millington published 30 September 24

INNOVATIVE LEADER AWARD - How one district created its own communication app to help stay connected to the school community

digital citizenship

What is Toy Theater and How Does It Work?

Diana Restifo published 27 September 24

Toy Theater provides imaginative, fun, and effective games for teaching math, reading, art, and more.

Students sitting at computers at school

Should Digital Literacy Be Its Own Classroom Subject?

Michael Millington published 26 September 24

Given the proliferation of technology and social media, it is time to focus on teaching digital literacy and citizenship just like any other classroom subject.

ai-resistant assessments

4 Tips for Designing AI-Resistant Assessments

Steve Baule, Erin Carter published 24 September 24

As AI continues to evolve, instructors must modify their approach by designing meaningful, rigorous assessments.

A screenshot from DebunkBot's website. — DebunkBot: Teaching With The Conspiracy-Busting AI Created by researchers at MIT and other higher ed institutions, DebunkBot engages in conversation with users about conspiracy theories. It’s an interesting tool for teaching AI and media literacy.

FactCheck.org — FactCheck.org: How to Use It to Teach FactCheck.org is dedicated to truth by debunking myths and rumors

Google looks to improve the conversation around AI in the educational space — How GenerationAI Looks to Normalize AI in the Classroom By Empowering Educators Google.org is partnering with ISTE to create GenerationAI, an initiative focused on educating teachers on AI use.

Edtech Show & Tell — Edtech Show & Tell: October 2024 New edtech products that have caught our attention this month

A robot studying at a library. — Teaching Students To Use AI More Effectively Dr. Jennifer Parker has developed a framework that helps students and teachers write better prompts and create stronger AI outputs.

Cover of recent Tech & Learning issue — Tech & Learning's Latest Issues Explore the latest in education technology tips and tools, in-depth reporting and trends for K-12 educators and administrators.

Latest news

High School Math Students Used A GPT-4 AI Tutor. They did Worse.

By Erik Ofgang published 23 September 24

A study of nearly a thousand high school math students found that using AI tutors didn’t add up to success.

An illustration of various peole using technology

The Top 4 State Edtech Trends According To SETDA

By Erik Ofgang published 23 September 24

State edtech leaders are thinking about AI and cybersecurity a lot these days, according to a new SETDA survey.

education technology

3 Tips for Veteran Teachers To Get Comfortable with Classroom Technology

By Stephanie Smith Budhai, Ph.D. published 19 September 24

Veteran teachers can develop their tech fluency and understanding of how to use new teaching tools without formal instruction or PD.

Classroom Tools

Tech & Learning Announces Winners of Best for Back to School 2024

By TL Editors published 18 September 24

This annual contest recognizes outstanding education products that support effective teaching and learning as teachers and students head back to school

Students learning vocabulary through Rhymes with Reason

How Rhymes with Reason is Educating Students Through Song

By Michael Millington published 18 September 24

Rhymes with Reason provides an engaging solution to improve vocabulary by using popular music, which works across economic and racial backgrounds

Classroom Tools

An ice cream cone with ice cream melting in the sun.

Hot School Days Are Negatively Impacting Student Achievement. Here’s What You Can Do

By Erik Ofgang published 16 September 24

Research shows a clear link between heat and decreased test scores. Here's what teachers can do to mitigate that.

A screenshot of Character.AI's homepage.

Character.AI: What Teachers Need To Know

By Erik Ofgang published 16 September 24

The character-driven generative AI is likely a hit with many of your students. Here’s what Character.AI does and its potential and limitations for teaching.

Classroom Tools

Seen from above, male works on laptop computer while ribbons of color stream from the monitor.

Top Free Sites for Creating Digital Art

By Diana Restifo published 13 September 24

Create awesome digital art easily with these free platforms.

retaining teachers

Retaining Talented, Passionate Educators

By Ray Bendici published 12 September 24

School district experts share advice about how they improved teacher retention

How to

Unfreeze my device

What to Know About Buying a Chromebook

By Luke Edwards published 30 September 24

Buying a Chromebook can save money, make life easier, and enhance battery life

Classroom Tools

Kaibot

Kaibot: How to Use It to Teach

By Luke Edwards published 25 September 24

Kaibot helps teach coding by blending the physical and virtual worlds.

Classroom Tools

microcredentials

Facilitating Microcredentials For K-12 Students

By Erik Ofgang published 20 September 24

Microcredentials are bite-sized certificates of competency in various skills and can help students separate themselves on the job market.

Miro

Miro: How to Use It to Teach

By Luke Edwards published 23 September 24

Miro make work collaboration easy and fun for teachers and students.

Classroom Tools

Google Slides

What is Google Slides and How Can It Be Used by Teachers with Google Classroom? What's New?

By Luke Edwards last updated 16 September 24

Google Slides in education used with Classroom can help teaching get easier and more effective.

Classroom Tools

An illustration of a silhouetted with a VR headset on presumably exploring a metaverse experience.

What to Know About Buying a VR Headset

By Luke Edwards published 19 July 24

By buying a VR headset you could be making learning more immersive and memorable

Classroom Tools

Best Document Cameras

What to Know About Buying a Document Camera

By Luke Edwards published 31 July 24

By buying a document camera teaching can work on a new level

Classroom Tools

Google Classroom

Google Education Tools and Apps

By TL Editors last updated 18 August 22

Google Classroom is the most popular digital tool in education.

Classroom Tools

Best tools for teachers

Best Tools for Teachers

By TL Editors last updated 2 August 24

Here's what you need to know about the digital tools for teachers, such as AI, Google Classroom, ChatGPT, Flip, Canva, Blooket, and more!

Classroom Tools

Fanschool

What is Fanschool and How Can It Be Used for Teaching? What's New?

By Luke Edwards last updated 13 September 24

Fanschool lets students blog creatively while building connections.

Classroom Tools

Photomath

Photomath: How to Use It to Teach

By Luke Edwards published 17 September 24

Photomath helps solve and explain math equations using a smartphone.

Classroom Tools

Google Jamboard

Tips and Tricks for Teaching with Google Jamboard

By Luke Edwards published 7 October 20

The best guide for getting the most out of Google Jamboard in your classroom.

Classroom Tools

VoiceThread

VoiceThread: Best Tips and Tricks For Teaching

By Luke Edwards published 6 June 21

Use VoiceThread to make presentations more interactive and learning more involving.

Classroom Tools

Latest Resources

Lexia English Drives Literacy for Emergent Bilingual Learners

By Lexia Learning published 6 September 24

Lexia English is designed to help emergent bilingual students acquire higher English language proficiency levels.

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: LocknCharge FUYL Smart Locker System Simplifies Device Management for Schools

By LocknCharge published 30 August 24

The FUYL Smart Locker System is used by districts to automate manual device exchanges and simplify hardware asset management.

Lightspeed Systems

AI: Data Privacy Friend or Foe? How can AI be both a challenge and a solution for data privacy?

By Erik Ofgang published 18 January 24

Centric Learning

PRODUCT SHOWCASE: New AP Courses & Credit Recovery Program Added to Cost-Effective PBL Curriculum

By Centric Learning published 26 March 24

The combination of certified expertise, assured engagement, flexible scheduling, and cost-effectiveness makes Centric Learning a valuable partner in shaping the future of education.

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Swank K-12 Streaming Removes Guesswork And Hassle By Providing Curated Movies For Any Class On Demand

By Swank Motion Pictures, Inc published 14 August 24

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Frontline School Health Management Boosts Effectiveness with New Disease Case Management Functionality

By Frontline Education published 23 May 24

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Empowered360 Revolutionizes Chromebook Management with Self-Repair Platform

By AGParts Education published 14 August 24

Meet the team

Stephanie Smith Budhai

Stephanie Smith Budhai, Ph.D.

Teacher, author, and associate clinical professor in the department of Teaching, Learning, and Curriculum at Drexel University

Luke Edwards

Luke Edwards

Writer and editor with more than two decades of experience covering tech, science, and education

Carl Hooker

Carl Hooker

Speaker and education consultant with 25 years of experience in education technology and innovation

Michael Millington

Michael Millington

Tech & Learning's senior staff writer, with over a decade of experience bringing actionable information to readers

Erik Ofgang

Erik Ofgang

Contributing writer for Tech & Learning, journalist, author, and instructor at Western Connecticut State University

Frank Pileiro

Frank Pileiro

National speaker and award-winning education technology leader with more than 20 years' experience in the field.

Diana Restifo

Diana Restifo

Tech & Learning editor and author since 2010, Diana is dedicated to ferreting out the best free and low-cost tech tools for teachers.

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