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Cyberbullying & Online Harms - Common Sense Education
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The Common Sense Education Cyberbullying and Online Harms topic page offers educator-tested lesson plans, videos, and activities that help students recognize, prevent, and respond to...more
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The Common Sense Education Cyberbullying and Online Harms topic page offers educator-tested lesson plans, videos, and activities that help students recognize, prevent, and respond to cyberbullying and other online harms. Resources focus on topics such as identifying harmful behaviors, understanding the impact of online actions, building empathy, and learning strategies to navigate complex interactions safely in digital spaces. Organized by grade level and aligned to standards, these materials are designed for use in technology, health, ELA, social studies, or advisory lessons to help students create a safe, respectful online community.
tag(s): cyberbullying (44), digital citizenship (108), empathy (67), internet safety (121)
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Have students watch a Common Sense video and write or share one takeaway about preventing online harm. Have students explore how cyberbullying affects victims, bystanders, and those causing harm, building understanding of emotional impact. Students can analyze short cyberbullying situations and discuss how to respond safely and respectfully.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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Resources for Teaching Students to Fact-Check - TCEA
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This blog post explains why teaching students to fact-check online content is essential in a world where misinformation, altered images and videos, and misleading news spread quickly....more
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This blog post explains why teaching students to fact-check online content is essential in a world where misinformation, altered images and videos, and misleading news spread quickly. It defines fact-checking as the process of evaluating the credibility, accuracy, and validity of information and sources so students can determine what is true, what is questionable, and which sources can be trusted. The article highlights several educator-friendly tools to support this work, including the Civic Online Reasoning curriculum, resources from the News Literacy Project such as Checkology, PBS's Be MediaWise initiative, and a selection of established fact-checking websites. For teachers, this post provides a practical starting point for helping students build strong critical-thinking and digital-citizenship skills.
tag(s): evaluating sources (45), media literacy (122)
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Show students three short statements (one true, one misleading, one unclear). Students can sort them into categories and explain why they think each belongs where it does. Place simple kid-friendly articles or headlines at different stations. In small groups, have students rotate through stations to check for clues of credibility (author, date, purpose, source type). They should record quick notes on a "credibility checklist." Give students a short paragraph or infographic and have them underline facts vs. opinions. Then they identify the evidence needed to confirm the facts.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Civics Resources - TeachersFirst
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Civics education is more important than ever, and we've curated an incredible collection of resources to help K-12 educators bring this vital subject to life in the classroom! Whether...more
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Civics education is more important than ever, and we've curated an incredible collection of resources to help K-12 educators bring this vital subject to life in the classroom! Whether you're teaching the foundations of government, constitutional rights, voting and elections, civic participation, current events, public policy, law and justice, or the role of media in democracy, this collection has something for every learner. Inside, you'll find interactive simulations, lesson plans, videos, primary source documents, discussion guides, games, virtual field trips, assessments, and digital tools -- all designed to help students become informed, engaged, and active citizens. Explore, share, and empower the next generation of civic leaders!
tag(s): branches of government (70), civics (129), civil rights (219), constitution (105), democracy (29), elections (87)
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Help your students learn more about civics. Find resources on this list for students to use in cooperative learning groups. Read each resource's Classroom Use section to learn how to incorporate its information into your lessons.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Summer Olympics - TeachersFirst
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This collection of Summer Olympics resources is designed to help you harness the global excitement of the Games and turn it into a gold-medal learning experience. The Olympics offer...more
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This collection of Summer Olympics resources is designed to help you harness the global excitement of the Games and turn it into a gold-medal learning experience. The Olympics offer so much more than entertainment; they're actually a goldmine of teaching opportunities across virtually every subject area. From exploring the physics of a perfect dive to the mathematics of scoring and statistics, the geography of host nations, the science of athletic performance, the history of the ancient games, discussions of fairness and sportsmanship, and explorations of global cultures and traditions--the Olympics connect to your curriculum in countless ways. This curation provides everything you need to help students analyze data, find inspiration in the stories of athletes who have spent years training, videos related to the Summer Olympics and Olympiads, among other resources. Let's bring the torch into your classroom and show your students that the Olympic journey is just as much about the mind as it is about the body!
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This collection includes resources for all grades. Each review includes several ideas for classroom use. These are excellent tools to learn more about the history or science of the Olympics. Save (or bookmark) this list for students to use to review concepts. Explore the activities suggested.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Winter Olympics - TeachersFirst
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Get ready to bring the thrill of the slopes and the spirit of international competition right into your classroom! This collection of Winter Olympics resources is designed to help you...more
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Get ready to bring the thrill of the slopes and the spirit of international competition right into your classroom! This collection of Winter Olympics resources is designed to help you transform the excitement of the Games into powerful learning moments across every subject. Discover official Olympic pages, real-time medal trackers, physics of winter sports simulations (and games and videos), athletes' profiles, information about adaptive sports and Paralympics, and more. Whether your students are calculating velocity on the bobsled track, exploring the unique geography of the host mountains, or diving into the inspiring stories of world-class athletes, these tools make it easy to channel their natural enthusiasm into meaningful academic discovery. Let's go for the gold and turn the next Winter Games into an unforgettable educational adventure!
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Help your students learn more about the Winter Olympics. Find resources on this list for students to use in cooperative learning groups. Read each resource's Classroom Use section to learn how to incorporate its information into your lessons.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Nelson Mandela - TeachersFirst
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Few historical figures embody resilience, forgiveness, and the power of standing up for justice quite like Nelson Mandela. His extraordinary journey--from rural childhood to anti-apartheid...more
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Few historical figures embody resilience, forgiveness, and the power of standing up for justice quite like Nelson Mandela. His extraordinary journey--from rural childhood to anti-apartheid activist, from 27 years of imprisonment to becoming South Africa's first Black president and a global symbol of reconciliation--offers students profound lessons about courage, perseverance, and the long arc of social change. Teaching about Mandela isn't just about covering historical facts; it's about exploring complex themes like systemic injustice, nonviolent resistance, the cost of principle, and the transformative power of forgiveness. His life raises questions that resonate deeply with young people: How do you stay committed to your beliefs when the price is incredibly high? Can people and nations truly change? What does it mean to fight for freedom, not just for yourself, but for everyone? This collection of web resources is curated to help educators move beyond basic facts, inviting students to engage with the complex journey of a man who transformed a nation and inspired the world. By investigating Mandela's life, students can reflect on their own capacity for leadership and the enduring importance of standing up for human dignity. Whether you're teaching history, character education, social studies, or exploring themes of justice and human rights, these resources will help your students understand why Mandela's example still matters today and what we can learn from his remarkable life.
tag(s): Nelson Mandela (29), south africa (32)
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Help your students learn more about Nelson Mandela. Find resources on this list for students to use in cooperative learning groups. Read each resource's Classroom Use section to learn how to incorporate its information into your lessons.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Nelson Mandela Story for Kids - Bedtime History
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This educational video introduces students to the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela, a leader who played a key role in ending apartheid and promoting equality in South Africa. Through...more
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This educational video introduces students to the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela, a leader who played a key role in ending apartheid and promoting equality in South Africa. Through an age-appropriate overview, students learn how Mandela challenged unfair laws, endured many years in prison for his beliefs, and eventually became South Africa's first Black president. The video highlights important themes such as perseverance, courage, leadership, justice, and peaceful change, making it a valuable resource for lessons on world history, human rights, and character education. If your district blocks YouTube, the video may not be viewable.
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tag(s): africa (162), black history (131), charactered (86), Nelson Mandela (29), south africa (32)
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While watching the video, students can take notes using Google Keep, reviewed here. After watching the video, ask students to write about a time they faced a challenge and how they overcame it. Students can use Google Drawing, reviewed here to compare and contrast Nelson Mandela to another famous figure.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Nelson Mandela - Encyclopedia Britannica
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Nelson Mandela on Kids Britannica offers three reading levels -- Kids, Students, and Scholars -- making it easy to differentiate instruction for a variety of learners. The Kids version...more
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Nelson Mandela on Kids Britannica offers three reading levels -- Kids, Students, and Scholars -- making it easy to differentiate instruction for a variety of learners. The Kids version (grades K-5) introduces Mandela's early life, political activism, imprisonment, presidency, and later years using age-appropriate language. The Student version (grades 6-8) provides more detailed information about his leadership in the African National Congress (ANC), his imprisonment, receiving the Nobel Peace Prize, and his presidency of South Africa. The Scholar version (grades 9 and up) explores Mandela's life in greater depth, including his anti-apartheid activism, underground activities, the Rivonia Trial, incarceration, presidency, retirement, and notable quotations. This resource is an excellent tool for teaching biography, world history, human rights, and leadership while supporting readers at different levels.
tag(s): africa (162), Nelson Mandela (29), south africa (32)
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Students can post their favorite Nelson Mandela quotes on a virtual bulletin board using Stormboard, reviewed here. Students can use SchoolAI, reviewed here to have a conversation with Nelson Mandela using their Historical Figure Chatbot. Students can use AI Mind Map Generator, reviewed here to share reasons why Nelson Mandela won the Nobel Peace Prize.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Life of Nelson Mandela - National Geographics Kids
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This National Geographic Kids article introduces students to the life and achievements of Nelson Mandela through engaging text, photographs, and fun facts. Students learn about Mandela's...more
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This National Geographic Kids article introduces students to the life and achievements of Nelson Mandela through engaging text, photographs, and fun facts. Students learn about Mandela's childhood, his fight against apartheid in South Africa, his 27 years in prison, and his election as the country's first Black president. The article highlights themes of perseverance, equality, leadership, and social justice while presenting complex historical events in an accessible format for upper elementary and middle school learners. It is an excellent resource for lessons on world history, human rights, biography, and character education.
tag(s): africa (162), charactered (86), Nelson Mandela (29)
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Students can use Timeline Infographic Templates by Venngage, reviewed here to create a timeline of Nelson Mandela's life. Students can use Just Paste It, reviewed here to create a blog of how to celebrate Mandela's life. Students can debate using Tricider, reviewed here on who is the most influential person in history.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Digital Footprint Identity - Common Sense Education
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The Common Sense Education Digital Footprint and Identity topic page provides classroom resources that help students understand how their online actions shape their digital identities...more
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The Common Sense Education Digital Footprint and Identity topic page provides classroom resources that help students understand how their online actions shape their digital identities and leave lasting traces. It includes educator-tested lesson plans, videos, and activities designed to teach students how to manage their digital footprints, make thoughtful choices about what they share, and protect their reputations online. Select from resources organized by grade level that support instruction in technology, ELA, social studies, and advisory settings, helping students develop awareness and decision-making skills to navigate the digital world responsibly.
tag(s): digital citizenship (108), digital literacy (36), internet safety (121)
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Show a short Common Sense video and have students write one takeaway about how online actions leave lasting footprints. Have students compare how people present themselves online versus in real life and reflect on authenticity and responsibility. Students can map out how a single post can spread over time and impact future opportunities such as school, jobs, or relationships.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Sparky - Google Arts & Culture
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Discover your inventor alter-ego with Sparky and AI by turning everyday objects into wacky inventions. Begin by launching the experiment and selecting the type of invention from the...more
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Discover your inventor alter-ego with Sparky and AI by turning everyday objects into wacky inventions. Begin by launching the experiment and selecting the type of invention from the three options: food, music, or travel. Follow the prompts to arrange objects and describe your invention, and Sparky will create your prototype. After completing three inventions, your inventor alter ego will be revealed and direct you to learn more about them on Google Arts & Culture. Use links to download your inventions after completing all three activities.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (303), creativity (85), inventors and inventions (88), STEM (371)
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Use Sparky to engage students when studying the history of innovation, simple machines, or persuasive writing. Use this tool to enhance a science unit on forces and motion by having students prototype a new vehicle for a specific environment. After Sparky generates the visual prototype, students can extend the activity by importing their invention's image into Canva for Education, reviewed here to design a professional marketing poster or a technical manual explaining how the invention works. Extend learning by including the entire class in a peer-review process, and have students post their final designs to a Padlet Gallery Walk, reviewed here where they can comment on the feasibility of each other's wacky inventions.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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30 Winter Olympic Games, Crafts, and Treats For Kids - Fun Loving Families
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The Fun-Loving Families Winter Olympics Games for Kids website offers a collection of fun, kid-friendly Winter Olympics-themed games, activities, and challenges that are easy to set...more
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The Fun-Loving Families Winter Olympics Games for Kids website offers a collection of fun, kid-friendly Winter Olympics-themed games, activities, and challenges that are easy to set up with minimal equipment. These activities help build excitement around the Winter Games while promoting movement, teamwork, and creative play. Teachers can use these ideas for indoor or outdoor PE sessions, brain breaks, classroom competitions, or cross-curricular units tied to geography, culture, and the history of the Olympics. The site provides clear instructions and adaptable activities for a variety of ages and spaces, making it versatile for whole-class engagement.
tag(s): crafts (110), game based learning (304), olympics (49), sports (88)
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Set up simple Olympic-style stations (snowball toss, speed skating races, curling with paper plates) to get students moving and excited. Assign students a Winter Olympics country and have them compete in friendly team events while learning about their nation. Have students time events, measure distances, record scores, and create graphs using LiveGap Charts, reviewed here to analyze performance data.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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AI Starter Kit for Teachers - Tech & Learning
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The Tech & Learning AI Starter Kit for Teachers is a comprehensive, educator-focused resource designed to help teachers deepen their understanding of AI and develop practical...more
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The Tech & Learning AI Starter Kit for Teachers is a comprehensive, educator-focused resource designed to help teachers deepen their understanding of AI and develop practical classroom tools, tips, and strategies for integrating AI into instruction. It includes explanations of key terms, recommended AI platforms and apps, and expert guidance on using these tools effectively, from lesson planning to productivity and assessment. The page also includes a YouTube video version of the starter kit, giving teachers an alternative way to engage with the content through multimedia. If your district blocks YouTube, then the video may not be viewable. This resource supports educators who are new to AI or looking to expand their AI toolbox for teaching and learning.
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tag(s): artificial intelligence (303), assessment (145), Formative Assessment (47), multimedia (62), professional development (319), quizzes (91), STEM (371)
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Set up short stations where students explore how AI works (using teacher-approved tools) and discuss real-world examples such as chatbots, image generators, and recommendation systems. Use the Starter Kit's YouTube video as a quick introduction to AI concepts, followed by a class discussion or reflection activity. Have students use AI tools to generate story ideas, outlines, or vocabulary lists, then refine their work using critical thinking and teacher guidance.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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20 AI First Steps for Teachers - Ditch That Textbook
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The Ditch That Textbook article "20 AI 'First Steps' for Teachers" offers a practical, teacher-friendly introduction to artificial intelligence in education. It breaks down a...more
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The Ditch That Textbook article "20 AI 'First Steps' for Teachers" offers a practical, teacher-friendly introduction to artificial intelligence in education. It breaks down a curated list of foundational actions educators can take to get comfortable with AI, including learning what AI is, trying out classroom tools, and thinking critically about how AI fits into teaching and learning. The resource frames AI not just as a potential tool for instruction and lesson prep, but also as something educators should approach thoughtfully, including considering implications for academic integrity and student outcomes. This article is an excellent starting point for teachers who want to confidently explore AI's possibilities and challenges in their classrooms. If your district blocks YouTube, then the videos may not be viewable.
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tag(s): artificial intelligence (303), professional development (319)
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Take advantage of the information in this article to learn how to set up stations where students try out approved AI tools for brainstorming, image generation, or research support. Students can record what the tools can and cannot do. Have students use AI to generate story starters, design art prompts, or suggest project ideas, then create original work from those prompts. Have students evaluate an AI tool's usefulness, safety, and learning value, then present recommendations to the class.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Artificial Intelligence in Education - ISTE + ASCD
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The ISTE + ASCD Artificial Intelligence in Education site provides a comprehensive hub of resources and professional learning designed to help educators understand and use AI responsibly...more
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The ISTE + ASCD Artificial Intelligence in Education site provides a comprehensive hub of resources and professional learning designed to help educators understand and use AI responsibly and effectively in schools. It highlights ISTE + ASCD's mission to support teachers in enhancing learning with AI while addressing ethical and practical considerations, and it offers professional development opportunities, community connections, and hands-on AI lessons that build students' AI literacy. The page also showcases initiatives like GenerationAI, the AI Innovator Challenge, and AI tools for educators, all aimed at empowering teachers to integrate AI in ways that deepen student engagement and prepare learners for an AI-enabled world.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (303), professional development (319)
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Have students analyze real-world AI scenarios (e.g., facial recognition or chatbots in schools) and discuss fairness, privacy, and bias using ISTE's ethical guidelines. Use ISTE + ASCD's student-friendly AI resources to teach what AI is, how it works, and where students encounter it in everyday life. Pair this with short videos or discussion prompts. Have students propose an AI tool to improve school life, explaining its purpose, benefits, and potential risks.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Using Generative AI to Support Assessments Without Letting it Grade Student Work - Tech & Learning
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This article explains how generative AI can enhance assessment practices while keeping teachers, not machines, at the center of evaluating student learning. It emphasizes that, although...more
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This article explains how generative AI can enhance assessment practices while keeping teachers, not machines, at the center of evaluating student learning. It emphasizes that, although the idea of AI grading is tempting, current tools are too unreliable and biased to make evaluative judgments. Instead, the article highlights how AI can help teachers design better assessments, clarify rubrics, scaffold student tasks, and analyze trends in class performance. It also suggests using AI to support teachers as they craft feedback, create scaffolds such as organizers or checklists, and refine assessment clarity, but not to replace human judgment or score actual student work.
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tag(s): artificial intelligence (303), assessment (145), feedback (15), organizational skills (90), professional development (319), rubrics (39)
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Use AI to help you rewrite or clarify directions for projects, writing tasks, or assessments so students better understand expectations before they begin. Have AI generate draft rubrics in kid-friendly language. You can edit them to match your standards and use them to guide student self-assessment and reflection. Use AI to help draft feedback comments that focus on growth, clarity, and next steps. You remain the final decision-maker on all student evaluations.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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6 Questions Teachers Should Ask Before Implementing AI - Forbes
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The Forbes article "6 Questions Teachers Should Ask Before Implementing AI" by Peter Greene guides educators through thoughtful considerations before bringing AI tools into their...more
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The Forbes article "6 Questions Teachers Should Ask Before Implementing AI" by Peter Greene guides educators through thoughtful considerations before bringing AI tools into their classrooms. It emphasizes that educators should critically evaluate what an AI program actually does, understand their school or district's commitment (including long-term costs), and clarify the specific goals for using AI with teachers and students. The piece also highlights the importance of establishing safety and privacy guardrails, weighing the opportunity costs of time and resources, and deciding what aspects of student work teachers will actually assess when AI is involved. Greene's advice is grounded in caution and deliberation, encouraging teachers to balance enthusiasm for new technologies with clear educational intentions and responsible practice.
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tag(s): artificial intelligence (303), evaluating sources (45), professional development (319)
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Discuss this article during grade or content level meetings, or as part of staff meetings. Introduce the information to students by presenting brief classroom scenarios in which AI could be used (e.g., writing assistance, tutoring, grading). In small groups, have students discuss the proper use of AI using simplified versions of the article's six guiding questions. Have students design posters that explain how to use AI safely and responsibly, focusing on privacy, originality, and ethical use. Posters can be displayed in the classroom or shared during a technology lesson. Students can complete a writing or problem-solving task on their own, then compare it to an AI-generated version. They reflect on what humans do better, what AI does well, and when teacher feedback is most valuable.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Tally - Tally BV
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Tally allows you to create forms, much like working in an online document; start typing and add the information and features you choose. Begin by adding a title, then choose ...more
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Tally allows you to create forms, much like working in an online document; start typing and add the information and features you choose. Begin by adding a title, then choose to create a form from scratch or use a template. Templates include surveys, questionnaires, and more. To add content, type your question or add text, or type "/" to choose from a list of options that includes options to add short, long, or multiple choice answers, a dropdown box, links, and more. Customize the look of your form by choosing a theme, fonts, and colors. Create an account to publish your form, then share it using the share link or embed code. The free plan includes unlimited forms and submissions, with many integrated features.
tag(s): assessment (145), differentiation (92), Formative Assessment (47), polls and surveys (43), quizzes (91)
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Use Tally's question types, conditional logic, and calculation features to build review activities, study guides, or self-paced assessments. Build simple forms for students to reflect on what they learned, answer comprehension questions, or provide feedback at the end of a lesson. Have students create and distribute surveys on topics related to science, social studies, math, or ELA.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Little Book of Generative AI Prompts for Teachers - Mark Anderson
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This PDF is a 20-page mini-book that offers carefully crafted prompts for educators. In addition, the author shares his thoughts on ethics and bias related to the use of AI ...more
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This PDF is a 20-page mini-book that offers carefully crafted prompts for educators. In addition, the author shares his thoughts on ethics and bias related to the use of AI and uses categories to link to one of three areas that support education: enhancing learning, supporting teaching, and reducing workload. Many of the prompts are in a template format, making them easy to use by replacing the bracketed text with your customized instructions.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (303), assessment (145), differentiation (92), professional development (319), Teacher Utilities (215)
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Use these prompts to save time and improve efficiency in your classroom. Learn more about creating prompts and using templates by viewing the archive of OK2Ask: AI Templates That Work: Quick and Easy Prompting Solutions, reviewed here. Use the prompts, then modify them as needed, to generate practice activities for students, differentiate assignments, and generate engaging activities based on students' interests. Use these examples to teach students how to evaluate AI responses and write effective prompts that provide their desired results.
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TalkingPoints is a family engagement and communication platform designed to help teachers, schools, and families stay connected through two-way messaging that automatically translates...more
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TalkingPoints is a family engagement and communication platform designed to help teachers, schools, and families stay connected through two-way messaging that automatically translates conversations into more than 150 languages. Teachers can send individual, group, or class-wide messages, share reminders, photos, videos, polls, and documents, and communicate with families without revealing personal phone numbers. The platform helps remove language barriers, encourages meaningful family involvement, and supports stronger home-school partnerships that can improve student attendance, behavior, and academic success. TalkingPoints offers a free version for individual teachers that includes messaging, translation, media sharing, and mobile and web access, making it especially valuable for schools serving multilingual communities.
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tag(s): classroom management (135), communication (122), multilingual (82), Teacher Utilities (215)
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Send a weekly message to families highlighting the skills, standards, and learning goals being taught in class. Include photos of student work or classroom activities to help families stay connected to learning. Share reading prompts, discussion questions, or vocabulary words with families each week. Encourage students to discuss their books at home, and have families respond in the app with comments or photos from reading time. Share positive messages, digital badges, photos, or examples of student accomplishments with families.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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