Latest articles by Lisa Nielsen
AI Actors in the Classroom: A New Frontier for Media Literacy & Storytelling
By studying AI-generated characters such as Tilly Norwood, educators can empower students to navigate and shape a world in which technology and storytelling intersect.
The New Writing Process in the Age of AI
Instead of policing whether AI was used, educators should focus on how it is used to help students learn and produce quality work.
QR Codes in Education: Use with Care, Not Just Because They're There
QR codes look sleek and are everywhere, however, in education, they’re often misused.
Never Create a Presentation from Scratch Again: Power Your Slides with AI
With AI at our fingertips, “blank slide syndrome” should be a thing of the past
Battle of the AIs: An Educator’s Guide to Choosing the Right AI Platform
By matching the right AI tool to the right task, educators can unlock efficiency, creativity, and insight without compromising trust, safety, or compliance
AI Won’t Revolutionize Education. Here’s What Will
AI seems like the next big thing in education, but it will not transform classrooms in the ways many expect
Lights, Camera, and 7 Actionable Ways to Use Google Vids
Google Vids empowers educators to communicate ideas with clarity, creativity, and confidence.
Navigate AI with New Risk Assessments from Common Sense Media
A new risk assessment framework from Common Sense Media helps educators become critical, empowered, informed users.
Google’s NotebookLM: An Innovative Educator’s New Best Friend (and Podcasting Powerhouse!)
Google's NotebookLM is an AI powerhouse that can supercharge lessons, engage students in exciting new ways, and even help to create podcasts
Go Team! @MicrosoftEdu Updates #MicrosoftTeams for #RemoteLearning
Teams has several new upgrades to make Teams a great option for digital education and video conferencing.
Ideas for Staff to Feel Connected When Working Remotely
In these unprecedented times, it is important for staff to be intentional about staying connected and supporting the social-emotional needs of their staff.
Spring Break Activities for Remote Learning
There are lots of options for teachers to find materials, resources, and activities that will delight your students and that families will love.
