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GPT-5 Has Launched: Here’s Everything Teachers Need To Know

Erik Ofgang published 18 August 25

OpenAI's latest and greatest AI model hasn’t quite delivered the upgrade some users were expecting, yet will still have an impact on education.

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What is BBC Learning Hub and How Can Teachers Use It?

Diana Restifo published 15 August 25

The BBC Learning Hub is a new, free digital resource for preK-12 teaching

A boy looking at a cell phone screen

Screen Time Mostly Harmless in Small Doses, Suggests New Study

Erik Ofgang published 14 August 25

A new study focused on screen time looked at tens of thousands of children and was designed to be the most robust to date on the topic.

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AI vs. The English Department

Erik Ofgang published 13 August 25

As AI becomes more integrated into education, English and humanities teachers are often resistant. Here’s how their concerns could be better met.

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Strategic School Planning for Fall: 11 Key Considerations for Leaders

Steve Baule published 12 August 25

In a time of rapid change, strategic planning must be both rigorous and responsive, and the most successful leaders will be those who can achieve that balance.

An illustration of a figure in a suit and tie with a robot head.

How AI Has Changed Your Teaching

Erik Ofgang published 11 August 25

Educators share specific ways AI has impacted classrooms across the U.S. both positively and negatively.

GPT-5 Has Launched: Here’s Everything Teachers Need To Know OpenAI's latest and greatest AI model hasn’t quite delivered the upgrade some users were expecting, yet will still have an impact on education.

American astronaut on the moon — What is BBC Learning Hub and How Can Teachers Use It? The BBC Learning Hub is a new, free digital resource for preK-12 teaching

A boy looking at a cell phone screen — Screen Time Mostly Harmless in Small Doses, Suggests New Study A new study focused on screen time looked at tens of thousands of children and was designed to be the most robust to date on the topic.

ai vs. english department — AI vs. The English Department As AI becomes more integrated into education, English and humanities teachers are often resistant. Here’s how their concerns could be better met.

strategic planning — Strategic School Planning for Fall: 11 Key Considerations for Leaders In a time of rapid change, strategic planning must be both rigorous and responsive, and the most successful leaders will be those who can achieve that balance.

innovative leader report — Innovative Leader Report: A New Education Leadership-Focused Weekly Newsletter From Tech & Learning New weekly newsletter from Tech & Learning will focus on innovative leaders, special events, and much more

Student desks atop laptop computer with green screen like blackboard. — 20 Sites & Apps Every Teacher Should Try for Back to School The following sites and apps are some of the best all-around edtech teaching tools

Teacher assisting female students using laptop in computer lab at high school — Best Icebreakers for Back to School Top icebreaker activities for the new school year.

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

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What is GeoGebra and How Can Teachers Use It To Teach Math?

By Diana Restifo published 6 August 25

GeoGebra is a free interactive math platform for education

Classroom Tools

Ayo Jones

SHIFT to Embrace AI: Shaping Your Legacy

By Sascha Zuger published 5 August 25

Global educator and author Ayo Jones shares how looking to the future of education in the Age of AI starts with looking back.

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Edtech Show & Tell August 2025

By Ray Bendici, Diana Restifo published 1 August 25

New edtech products that have caught our attention this month

Classroom Tools

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AFT Partners With OpenAI For AI Academy: Here’s What You Need To Know

By Erik Ofgang published 28 July 25

The National Academy for AI Instruction will have a physical space in Manhattan as well as a robust virtual program, says Rob Weil from the Educational Issues Department of the AFT.

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What Works, What Doesn’t, and How to Tell: The Data That Should Drive K–12 Edtech Decisions in 2025-26

By Lisa Katz published 25 July 25

District leaders, now more than in years past, are less interested in vendor promises and more focused on evidence that learning took place.

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AI Deepfake Explicit Images of Students: What Can School Leaders Do?

By Kerry Gallagher, Stephanie Jones published 24 July 25

By proactively addressing the risks of GenAI now, educators can build proactive systems that protect students and prevent harm

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Your Brain On ChatGPT: Everything Educators Need To Know About MIT’s AI Study

By Erik Ofgang published 22 July 25

A recent study of ChatGPT’s use for writing essays does not paint a flattering picture of the tool. But some of the study’s findings have been misunderstood, says its lead author.

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What is PIC-LITS and How Can Teachers Use It?

By Diana Restifo published 16 July 25

PIC-LITS is a free interactive and visual literacy tool

Classroom Tools

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AGI (Artificial General Intelligence): What Teachers Need To Know

By Erik Ofgang published 15 July 25

The term "AGI" is gaining more usage. Melanie Mitchell, a professor at the Santa Fe Institute, shares what you and your students should know about it.

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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

Roblox

What is Roblox and How Can It Be Used to Teach? What's New?

By Luke Edwards last updated 15 August 25

Roblox is a multiplayer building and exploring game that could help students in education.

Classroom Tools

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New School Leader Starter Kit

By Ray Bendici last updated 15 August 25

If you’ve just become a leader in your school, here’s some advice, resources, and more to help you get started

Gimkit

What is Gimkit? How to Use It for Teaching

By Luke Edwards published 15 September 23

Gimkit brings gamified learning to student devices for groups and individuals to progress.

Classroom Tools

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Amira Learning: Teaching With The AI-Powered Reading Tool

By Erik Ofgang published 30 June 25

Amira Learning is a research-backed AI reading tutor and more that incorporates the science of reading into its features.

Classroom Tools

A screenshot of ChatGPT's study mode.

I Tried ChatGPT’s Study Mode And It’s Mostly Great

By Erik Ofgang published 7 August 25

ChatGPT's new study mode is designed for tutoring college students. It's a big step in the right direction for AI.

Socrait

What is Socrait? How to Use It To Teach

By Luke Edwards published 11 August 25

Socrait combines recording and AI to enhance teaching as a smart class assistant.

Classroom Tools

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Trying NotebookLM’s New “Featured Notebooks”

By Erik Ofgang published 4 August 25

A new feature for NotebookLM is a helpful add-on to a tool that is already popular with educators.

ai adoption

EdExec Summit: 4 Tips to Plan for Successful AI Adoption

By Sascha Zuger published 29 July 25

EdExec Summit: Amanda Bickerstaff discusses the urgency of AI adoption in education

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6 Tips to Innovate On A Budget

By Sascha Zuger published 28 July 25

Innovative Leader Award - Michelle Chenevert shares how to get the most edtech bang for the buck

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5 Ways to Improve Relationships Between Your Instructional Technology Specialists and Library Media Specialists

By Sascha Zuger published 30 July 25

Innovative Leader Award - Improving the connections between your district’s specialists can pay big dividends

forging partnerships

The ABC’s of Adding Key Partnerships to Your Program

By Sascha Zuger published 21 July 25

Innovative Leader Award - Dr. Julianne Ross-Kleinmann shares how to forge partnerships to help your school succeed

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Using AI and Tech For Accessibility: 5 Tips For Educators and Students

By Erik Ofgang published 18 July 25

Crystal Yang created an educational app that has been used by more than 7,000 blind students, and she hasn’t even started college yet. She shares tips for ways others can harness the power of AI and technology.

Latest Resources

PowerSchool

The Power of Proactive Cybersecurity: An Interview with Mishka McCowan, CISO at PowerSchool

By TL Editors published 18 August 25

Sponsored by PowerSchool

Mishka McCowan, the Chief Information Security Officer at PowerSchool, outlines PowerSchool’s comprehensive and proactive approach to cybersecurity.

Beanstack

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT - Beanstack Turns Independent Reading Into A Shared, Rewarding Experience

By Zoobean Inc. published 14 August 25

Sponsored by Zoobean, Inc.

Beanstack unites students, educators, and families, and delivers measurable outcomes that nurture a lifelong love of reading.

MAXCases

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT - MAXCases New Extreme Shell-FL Cases for Chromebooks and Laptops Reduce Damage–And Costs

By MAXCases published 12 August 25

Sponsored by MAXCases

New design enhancements include a slimmer overall design that reduces carrying weight and fits easily into charge carts

Poster Studio Express

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Poster Studio Express Studio A+ Poster Maker Packages Deliver Fast, Easy, And Visually Stunning Results

By Poster Studio Express published 4 August 25

Sponsored by Poster Studio Express

With the Poster Studio Express, create high-quality, visually impactful posters and banners with ease

AristotleK12

Must See at ISTELive 2025: AristotleK12

By AristotleK12 published 30 June 25

ViewSonic viewboard

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT - ViewSonic myViewBoard 3 Is A Strategic Foundation For Modern Instruction

By ViewSonic published 29 June 25

The ViewSonic myViewBoard 3 is a powerful, inclusive digital whiteboard platform built for today’s dynamic classrooms

CTL

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT - CTL Introduces 3 New ChromeOS Devices at ISTELive 2025

By CTL published 24 June 25

CTL to unveil the NL73 Gen 2 Series, PX121E, and Chromebox OPS OPx1-3

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

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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