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Establishing a Proactive Defense Against Evolving Cyber Threats

Here are six good starting points for K-12 districts that want to improve their cybersecurity mitigation strategies and take a more proactive approach to mitigating risk.

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Survey: AI Optimism Is Rising, but Cheating and Privacy Concerns Persist

Artificial intelligence is evolving rapidly — both in how it's used and how it's perceived in K-12 education. As a result, schools and districts are under increasing pressure to adapt and respond to the changes AI is driving.

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The Power of Instructional Audio: Boosting Engagement, Communication, and Access in the Classroom

In the face of achievement declines, instructional audio is helping classrooms feel more interactive, making it easier for students to follow along, and even saving teachers’ voices from exhaustion.

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AI Can Help Educators Avoid the Mistakes of the Past or Repeat Them

Generative AI is already shaping the future of education, but its true potential is only beginning to unfold.

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Using Video Game Design to Teach Literacy Skills

The Max Schoenfeld School, a public school in the Bronx serving one of the poorest communities in the nation, is taking an innovative approach to improving student literacy.

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2025 Predictions: Cybersecurity in K-20 Education

What should K-12 and higher education institutions expect on the cybersecurity front in the coming year? Here's what the experts told us.

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2025 Predictions: AI's Impact on Education

What should schools and districts expect from the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence in the coming year? Here's what the experts told us.

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Ed Tech Wishes and Worries for 2025

How will evolutions in education technology impact schools and districts in the coming year? Here's what the experts told us.

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Evidence in Ed Tech: A Matter of Importance

When evaluating which ed tech tools to adopt, evidence of impact is one of the most important factors to consider.

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Balancing Screen Time and Student Wellness

Student mental health is in crisis, and excessive screen time is a significant factor. Here are four ways to help students find and maintain a healthy balance with technology.