Faster than we’ve already broken into the Halloween candy, here are the week’s best articles from Tech & Learning.
- Teaching Students To Use AI More Effectively - Dr. Jennifer Parker has developed the FLUF test for critically evaluating the accuracy, applicability, and usefulness of AI outputs. The only thing it doesn’t do is soften your hands while you soak in it.
- Should Digital Literacy Be Its Own Classroom Subject? - Given how we spend more time with our devices and online than with friends and family, the time has come to make digital literacy its own designated classroom subject, just like any of the Three Rs. (Although the fact that two of those don’t start actually with R should be a red flag about education in general, right?)?
- How GenerationAI Looks to Normalize AI in the Classroom By Empowering Educators - Google.org’s new AI-centric funding program includes more than $25 million to ISTE for the creation of GenerationAI. “We’re calling it a hub of innovation and creativity, where they’re capturing case studies, videos, frameworks, and other resources that can then support other educators,” says Tara Nattrass, Managing Director, Innovation Strategy, ISTE + ASCD.
- FactCheck.org: How to Use It to Teach - Fact: This website does exactly what its name suggests, which is useful in building critical thinking skills.
- Creating An App That Keeps A School Community Connected - Lacey Merrifield, Director of Technology at Bosqueville ISD in Texas, created a communication app to help the school community stay connected. Here are six things to know if you want to do this yourself.?
- What to Know About Buying a Chromebook - If you're considering buying a Chromebook for a school, here’s what to know before you shop. Spoiler: There are no models with cup holders!
- What is Toy Theater and How Does It Work? - Toy Theater provides online educational games designed for elementary-aged students. It should not be confused with Danish bubble gum pop duo Toy-Box, although it may not be as much fun!
- Edtech Show & Tell: October 2024 - This month's new offerings include a Copilot+ PC laptop computer, supplemental phonics resource, a digital signage media player, and much more. Still no flying car, although they’re working on it!
Okay, let’s fly into the weekend ahead! Enjoy!
Thanks for another great roundup ?? These are always so informative!