Technology


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    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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    Test 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 Oct. 11, 2024
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    AI in Education

    Artificial intelligence stands to disrupt education — for better or worse — more than any technological since perhaps the internet itself.

    By K-12 Dive staff
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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 Oct. 7, 2024
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    Lateral 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 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 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 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 Sept. 25, 2024
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    How 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 Sept. 25, 2024
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    POP QUIZ

    Test 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 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 Sept. 19, 2024
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    Rising 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 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 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 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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    Where 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 , , , Sept. 11, 2024
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    Test 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 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 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 Aug. 30, 2024
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    How 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 Aug. 29, 2024
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    Some school districts are still hesitant to put out AI guidance

    A Digital Promise survey shows only 25% of districts have released AI guidance. One California district leader shares why he’s reluctant to do so.

    By Aug. 28, 2024
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    STAFFED UP

    Can AI ease teacher workload as a recruitment, retention strategy?

    K-12 leaders and experts weigh in on whether AI tools have the potential to make teachers’ jobs more manageable and if that can ease staffing challenges.

    By Aug. 26, 2024
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    What do schools need to know about AI paraphrasing detection tools?

    Detection software can now spot text that summarizes generative AI, but one expert cautions against disciplining based on results.

    By Aug. 22, 2024