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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Three Essential Questions

By Christine Weiser published

At CoSN’s 30th anniversary 2023 conference in Austin, attendees gathered for the second annual meeting of “The Network” to discuss what DEI looks like in practice in their companies and school districts - and what more work needs to be done.

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Best Astronomy Lessons & Activities

By Ray Bendici published

These best astronomy lessons and activities to help teach and celebrate the study of celestial objects, space, and much more

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What is GPT-4? What Educators Need to Know About ChatGPT’s Next Chapter

By Erik Ofgang published

ChatGPT Plus now utilizes GPT-4, which can analyze images, pass a bar exam, and be used to power various education apps

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What is Google Bard? The ChatGPT Competitor Explained for Educators

By Erik Ofgang published

With Google Bard, an AI text-generator and search assistant, Google hopes to match the popularity of ChatGPT

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K-12 Cybersecurity in 2023: Ransomware, AI, and Increased Threats

By Eileen Belastock published

The current trends in K-12 cybersecurity that education leaders need to be aware of

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What Happens To Education Institutions When A Bank Fails?

By Susan Gentz published

The recent failure of Silicon Valley Bank should have implications for the way many education institutions go about their banking

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Best Virtual Field Trips

By Ray Bendici, Diana Restifo published

Students can experience the best virtual field trips without getting on a bus, or even leaving their homes.

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Best Backchannel Chat Sites for Education

By Diana Restifo last updated

A backchannel chat keeps students engaged and collaborating while and teachers remain informed.

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5 Ways to Spread Kindness In Your School

By Sascha Zuger published

Inspired by local legend Fred Rogers, students in South Allegheny Schools spread kindness in their school and beyond

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Lady Luck: The Challenges of Women Moving Into Education Leadership

By Dr. Kecia Ray published

Despite long making up more than half the education workforce, women have had a long struggle getting to the highest leadership positions

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5 Ways Educator Pathways is Promoting DEI in San Diego County

By Erik Ofgang published

Adina Sullivan-Marlow draws on her own experience to promote more diversity in education with Educator Pathways, a program of the San Diego County Office of Education.

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What is Discovery Education? Tips & Tricks

By Erik Ofgang published

Discovery Education features thousands of videos as well as interactive lessons and virtual field trips.

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Reimagining Search Committee Service

By Jonathan L. Wharton, Ph.D. published

How serving on a search committee can help reshape your institution

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Best Deaf Awareness Lessons & Activities

By Diana Restifo published

The following free deaf history and awareness lessons and activities highlight the accomplishments of deaf people in the arts, education, sports, law, science, and music.

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What is Written Out Loud? The Collaborative Writing Program Explained by Its Screenwriter Founder

By Erik Ofgang published

Through Written Out Loud, screenwriter Joshua Shelov shares the collaborative storytelling methods he developed with schools online and in person

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I Used An Edcamp to Educate My Teaching Staff on AI Tools. Here’s How You Can Do It Too

By Michael Gaskell published

Using an edcamp can be a powerful way to invigorate and engage your teaching staff

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Putting the MEN in Mentoring: Practical Ways Men Can Be Better Allies

By Ivy Nelson published

How men can improve their mentoring and allyship efforts

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Best Women's History Month Lessons and Activities

By Diana Restifo published

These lessons and resources are an excellent way to investigate and understand women as changemakers, activists, and heroines

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Best Free Engineering Lessons and Activities

By Diana Restifo published

Explore these top engineering lessons and activities for K-12 classrooms.

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5 Ways To Teach With ChatGPT

By Erik Ofgang published

Ways to effectively teach with ChatGPT and avoid student misuse of the technology.

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