Let’s take a minute to talk about artificial intelligence (AI). The Terminator, Blade Runner, and The Matrix warned everyone about the dangers of AI, but it’s been unleashed on an unsuspecting world, and we need to navigate it. At first, we struggled to keep it in check: students turned in horrific AI-generated essays, and teachers lamented the loss of … read more »
I forged the thunderbolts. She fired them. Elizabeth Cady Stanton Elizabeth Cady Stanton is a name that might sound familiar, but what do you know about her contributions to American history? Perhaps, more importantly, what do your students know about her contributions? Students often obtain a deeper understanding of history when they learn about lesser-known … read more »
In part one of this blog post, we introduced you to iThrive Sim and discussed applying the SAMR Model and the Triple E Framework to using it in your instruction. Today’s post offers detailed instructions for using this tool and shares classroom ideas. iThrive Sim provides several interactive educational simulations tailored for secondary students that focus on civics and … read more »
iThrive Sim offers interactive educational simulations designed to engage secondary students in civics and social-emotional learning. These role-playing experiences place students in realistic scenarios, and each outcome is based on the choices the players make throughout the game. Some of the simulations can be completed independently, while others are designed for cooperative learning groups. The simulations … read more »
In June, educators worldwide learned that Flip (formerly Flipgrid) would cease to exist as a standalone platform, leaving a large void in many teachers’ technology toolboxes. Flip is now accessible only within the Microsoft Teams ecosystem. Flip was much more than a camera; it was a home for students to share their voices and a … read more »