Tech Tool of the Month: Kialo Edu – Part 1

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Kialo Edu is an innovative online platform that facilitates structured and productive discussions and debates on complex topics. This version is dedicated to educational users. It employs a unique argument mapping system that organizes debates into a hierarchical tree structure, clearly separating supporting (pros) and opposing (cons) viewpoints. This visual approach allows you to easily … read more »

Outdoor Maker Activities: Embracing the Changing Seasons

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As summer winds down and we approach the early days of fall, there’s still plenty of time to enjoy outdoor maker activities. While July’s Parks and Recreation Month may have passed, the pleasant weather of late summer and early autumn provides perfect opportunities to get creative outside. Let’s explore some engaging maker activities you can … read more »

Creating Classroom Magic: The Power of Invisible Management

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As we gear up for the upcoming school year, it’s essential to consider how we can create a classroom environment that fosters learning, engagement, and positive behavior. Integrating effective classroom management strategies plays a crucial role in achieving these goals. In magic shows, the allure lies in not knowing how the magician performs their tricks. … read more »

 Using AI to Understand Bias in Historical Events

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Recognizing and analyzing bias is an important skill to teach students. Teaching about bias helps to expand critical thinking skills, develop empathy, and support understanding of diverse viewpoints.  As we learn to use artificial intelligence tools, it is vital to understand that generative tools demonstrate bias in different ways, and we need to look for … read more »

Teaching Students About Deepfakes & Modified Images

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The modification of media has been happening for a very long time. The image above was published in 1902 as a depiction of General Grant at City Point. According to the Library of Congress, this is actually three photos combined in to one: the head is from an image of Grant at his Cold Harbor, … read more »