Jon Castelhano, Director of Technology, Apache Junction USD, Phoenix, AZ

Latest articles by Jon Castelhano, Director of Technology, Apache Junction USD, Phoenix, AZ

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Gemini: Teaching With Google’s AI Chatbot

By Erik Ofgang published

Gemini, Google’s flagship generative AI model, can help educators with lesson planning and more, though it's not as effective as platforms specifically designed for education

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SEN Teacher: How to Use It for Special Needs Education

By Luke Edwards published

SEN Teacher is a well established online resource for special needs teaching.

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Chatbots can help provide meaningful information, teach and tutor different levels, students, and give parents a safe introduction to AI technology

Using Chatbots To Create Personalized Learning Experiences

By Michael Millington published

Ever sift through endless amounts of information without finding what you are looking for? Wish a program could help you? Let’s talk about chatbots and how they can do just that.

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Best Free AI Image Generators

By Diana Restifo published

We test the best free AI image generators to see which are best for your needs.

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Ransomware 2.0: Recent Hacking Trends and How To Guard Against Them

By Erik Ofgang published

Ransomware methods and strategies are evolving but there are still low-cast interventions to counter these attacks.

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GPT-4.5: What Educators Need To Know About The New ChatGPT Model

By Erik Ofgang published

I tested OpenAI's latest and greatest large language model, GPT-4.5. Here's what I learned.

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Actively Learn: How to Use It to Teach Reading

By Luke Edwards published

Actively Learn is an online reading platform designed to work around teachers and students.

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Icebreakers can be an awkward lead into an even more awkward conversation. But with the use of AI, what was once cringe can now become comfortable

Using AI for Icebreakers In The Classroom

By Michael Millington published

Icebreakers can be an awkward lead into an even more awkward conversation. But with the use of AI, what was once cringe can now become comfortable

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Blockly Games: How to Use It to Teach Coding

By Luke Edwards published

Blockly Games teaches coding using a simple coding system.

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Mindful Social Media Use Can Reduce Negative Impact, Says Research

By Erik Ofgang published

A new study found that refraining from using social media improved the mental health of young adults, but so did reframing their relationship to these apps

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Teaching Quantum Mechanics In K-12

By Erik Ofgang published

Learning about quantum science can be a great way to prepare for a career in STEM

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10 Free AI Trainings and Certifications for Educators

By Stephanie Smith Budhai, Ph.D. published

These free ai trainings can help build your professional learning and improve your approach to using AI for instruction and assessment

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ClassPad.net: How to Use It to Teach Math

By Luke Edwards published

ClassPad.net is a digital online calculator ideal for educational use.

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Best Webcams for Schools

By Luke Edwards last updated

Get the best webcams for schools to teach most effectively using digital tools.

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Knowing the root of test taking anxiety can help teachers looking to better guide their students

How to Overcome Anxiety Associated with Test Taking

By Michael Millington published

Test taking is the first of many anxiety-riddled situations that students will encounter, and properly navigating it can help in tackling future stresses.

Best 3D Printers For Schools

Best 3D Printers For Schools

By Luke Edwards last updated

The best 3D printers for schools enhance hands-on learning in a powerful way.

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AI training for students in secure, monitored settings works wonders for their future in technology

Using AI “Speed Dating” To Introduce AI in a Controlled Environment

By Michael Millington published

Helping to ease students into using AI in a controlled environment can make for a smooth introduction to lifelong skills.

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Glose

Glose: How to Use It to Teach Reading

By Luke Edwards published

A social reading and learning experience for students to grow with ebooks.

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Class Companion: Teaching With The AI Grading and Tutor Tool

By Erik Ofgang published

We tested Class Companion, the GPT-4 powered AI tool, which is designed to assist educators in providing individualized feedback to students.

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5 Ways to Create Career-Ready High School Spaces

By Jordan Cox, Ed.D. published

Innovative environments and unique learning spaces are essential to shaping the leaders of tomorrow.

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Edtech Show & Tell: March 2025

By Ray Bendici, Diana Restifo published

New edtech products that have caught our attention this month

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4 Brand New AI Tools For 2025 With The Potential to Change Teaching

By Erik Ofgang published

2025 has already been a wild year for AI models and teaching.

Personalized learning can help cater education to each individual student

Why We Need More Personalization in Education

By Michael Millington published

What are the benefits of education with a personal touch? Dr. Yong Zhao discusses what roles teachers can play in making education more catered to students.

CoSN Presents Driving K-12 Innovation in 2025

How Innovations in K-12 Education Have Evolved Over the Years

By Michael Millington published

CoSN identifies the areas where education can possibly make a difference in innovative technology in 2025

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One High School Teacher's Strategy For Using AI to Enhance Learning

By Erik Ofgang published

Kevin Hudson has encouraged his students to use AI in specific ways, and he’s seen their assignments improve as a result.

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