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AI discipline lawsuit highlights need for school policies
The student’s parents say his punishment was “arbitrary and capricious” and that claims of cheating constituted “threats, intimidation and coercion.”
By Naaz Modan • Oct. 18, 2024 -
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POP QUIZTest yourself on this week’s K-12 news
From cellphone bans to school staffing, what did you learn from our recent stories?
By Roger Riddell • Oct. 18, 2024 -
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TrendlineAI in Education
Artificial intelligence stands to disrupt education — for better or worse — more than any technological since perhaps the internet itself.
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Adults back classroom cellphone bans but are less supportive of all-day limits
Of those opposing classroom restrictions, 60% say parents should be able to reach their child when needed.
By Kara Arundel • Oct. 16, 2024 -
Sponsored by ManagedMethods
The power of unified cybersecurity and safety systems in K-12 education
Balance cybersecurity and safety needs while doing more with less by adopting a unified approach.
By Charlie Sander • Oct. 14, 2024 -
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POP QUIZTest yourself on this week’s K-12 news
From new CDC data to the Supreme Court’s October 2024 term, what did you learn from our recent stories?
By Roger Riddell • Oct. 11, 2024 -
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How AI can improve tutor effectiveness
A Stanford University study finds an AI tutor assistance tool improved student performance and increased tutors’ capacity to support learning.
By Kara Arundel • Oct. 7, 2024 -
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Sponsored by Digital PromiseLateral reading: Combating misinformation and strengthening media literacy in the AI era
The rapidly evolving technology landscape creates multiple challenges for schools and the workplace to counter misinformation. Lateral reading skills can help.
By Barbara Pape and Pati Ruiz • Oct. 7, 2024 -
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FCC releases cybersecurity resource guide for budget-constrained schools
The resources spotlight free and low-cost options as well as key steps for protection following a record-breaking year for ransomware in 2023.
By Naaz Modan • Oct. 4, 2024 -
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ASBO ‘24: School business officials tackle tough issues
K-12 finance pros and district leaders shared strategies for handling school crises, using AI, managing workers’ comp and addressing special ed costs.
By Anna Merod • Oct. 2, 2024 -
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The top K-12 conferences to attend in 2025
Here's a guide to the events where school leaders can share best practices and learn about the issues shaping education in the new year.
By K-12 Dive staff • Updated Oct. 3, 2024 -
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Schools lack supports for victims of sexually explicit deepfake and real images
Only 36% of teachers say their school has a fair process that adequately helps victims of deepfake "non-consensual intimate imagery," a CDT report found.
By Kara Arundel • Sept. 26, 2024 -
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Are digital devices hindering reading progress?
A Maryland nonprofit sounds a warning that technology can have detrimental effects on students’ reading and critical thinking skills.
By Kara Arundel • Sept. 25, 2024 -
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ASBO '24How AI could benefit school business officials
From grant applications to budget narratives, administrators are cautiously digging into ways artificial intelligence can streamline daily operations.
By Anna Merod • Sept. 25, 2024 -
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POP QUIZTest yourself on this week’s K-12 news
From high school sports participation to the latest on COVID-19 academic recovery, what did you learn from our recent stories?
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 20, 2024 -
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Student cellphone limits raise concerns over disability rights
Advocates say screen time limits could hinder access to general curriculum for students with disabilities.
By Kara Arundel • Sept. 19, 2024 -
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TrackerRising Leaders: 10 standout assistant principals and district leaders you should know in 2024-25
These exemplary administrators are excelling on school culture, career education, learning technology and more.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 19, 2024 -
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Are schools communicating their AI policies to students well enough?
Some 37% of teens said they were unsure if their school had developed rules on AI use, according to a Common Sense Media survey.
By Anna Merod • Sept. 18, 2024 -
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$26M Talkspace contract with NYC stirs student data privacy concerns
Privacy advocates say the free telehealth counseling service is asking teens to disclose personal and sensitive information when signing up.
By Anna Merod • Sept. 16, 2024 -
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AI in the classroom: Striking the right balance
Can AI replace human tutors? Explore why schools are shifting back to in-person tutoring.
Sept. 16, 2024 -
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Using AI in lesson planning? Beware hallucinations
The potential for artificial intelligence to present an incorrect or misleading response as fact remains a possible side effect for these tools.
By Lauren Barack • Sept. 11, 2024 -
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TrackerWhere the 2024 presidential candidates stand on K-12 issues
From Title IX to chronic absenteeism, we examined the candidates’ campaign websites, past statements, party platforms and more.
By Kara Arundel , Anna Merod , Naaz Modan , Roger Riddell • Sept. 11, 2024 -
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POP QUIZTest yourself on this week’s K-12 news
From chronic absenteeism strategies to a growing number of ransomware incidents impacting education, what did you learn from our recent stories?
By Anna Merod • Sept. 6, 2024 -
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FCC announces application window for $200M cybersecurity pilot
The commission encouraged schools to apply early for the funds, which will range from $15,000 to $1.5 million based on a per-student formula.
By Anna Merod • Sept. 5, 2024 -
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Schools, colleges faced record-breaking year of ransomware attacks in 2023
There were 121 incidents found last year alone, according to an analysis by Comparitech, but researchers noted their findings “only scratch the surface.”
By Anna Merod • Aug. 30, 2024 -
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Column // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPHow a Pennsylvania superintendent factors community into innovation
For Matthew Friedman, prioritizing consistent communication is key to ensuring Quakertown Community School District can embrace future-ready learning.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 29, 2024
