How to Learn to Love AI for High School Research & Writing

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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 »


What is so Phenomenal about Phenomena?

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“A Scientist in his laboratory is not a mere technician; he is also a child confronting natural phenomena that impress him as though they were fairy tales.” – Marie Curie The introduction of the NGSS Science Standards placed an emphasis on the use of phenomena in the classroom. But what exactly is a phenomenon, and … read more »


Making Measurement Matter on National Metric Day

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Measurement is a mathematical and scientific skill we use daily, but it’s often only explored in singular lessons or units rather than infused throughout the math and science curriculum. Helping students experience measurement as a natural way they “see” and “do” math is essential for building a mathematical mindset. The National Council of Teachers of … read more »


Enhance Student Learning Through Underrepresented Historical Figures: Elizabeth Cady Stanton

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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 »


Tech Tool of the Month: iThrive Sim – Part 2

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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 »