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Empowering neurodiverse learners with AI-driven solutions
A traditional classroom is like a symphony, where every student is handed the same sheet music and expected to play in perfect unison. But neurodiverse learners are not able to hear the same rhythm--or even the same notes.
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The unseen connection between student absenteeism and teacher burnout
The current education crisis isn't just about the need to support student academic recovery--it's also about teacher retention. As districts nationwide struggle to keep classrooms staffed, many fail to recognize a key driver of teacher burnout: chronic absenteeism.
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What to know about the newest cyberattack strategy putting K-12 schools at risk
A staggering 82 percent of K-12 schools experienced a cyber incident between July of 2023 and December 2024, according to a recent report by Center for Internet Security.
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How to integrate environmental concepts into every subject
Key points: As a teacher and advocate for environmental education, I’ve seen students around the country feeling “eco-anxiety.” When I was in the classroom, I quickly learned that students are feeling this eco-anxiety whether we’re talking about climate change or not. I asked myself:
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Meeting the rising demand for school-based speech and behavioral support
As districts and schools nationwide struggle to find qualified therapists, particularly speech-language pathologists and board-certified behavior analysts (BCBAs), there’s a growing demand for these specialized professionals.
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Edtech gone rogue? Tackling “Dirty Stream” attacks amidst uncontrolled app overloads
In May 2024, Microsoft identified a critical vulnerability pattern targeting Android applications, ominously called “Dirty Stream.” This vulnerability allows malicious apps to overwrite files, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution, token theft, and data manipulation.
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What I learned building an AI tool for my own kids (and millions more worldwide)
A recent survey found that 88 percent of U.S. parents believe AI is essential to their children’s education, but most aren’t even sure whether the technology is being used in their child’s classroom.
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The power of goal setting: A skill for lifelong success
For students, the mid-year stretch is a chance to assess their learning, refine their decision-making skills, and build momentum for the opportunities ahead.
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Offering books featuring favorite licensed characters can engage young readers
Holden, my 21-month-old, has fallen in love. His early morning snack and “couch time” includes a dose of “Tiger!” This is toddler for, “Mom, turn on Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood.”
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6 ways to make math more accessible for multilingual learners
Many math tasks involve reading, writing, speaking, and listening. These language demands can be particularly challenging for students whose primary language is not English.
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