Faster than Bluesky is seemingly gaining followers (we’re now there too!), here are the week’s best articles from Tech & Learning.
- AI Chatbot Friendships: Potential Harms and Benefits For Students - As more students turn to chatbots for companionship, questions regarding AI outcomes continue to grow. For example, is AI planning on using furbies to take over the world? (Don't click if you want to sleep worry-free tonight.)
- Lessons From An AI Grading Tool Already Assessing Millions of Students - In less troubling AI news: In a large-scale test in India, AI is being used to provide instant feedback for some 3 million learners under age six who might not otherwise receive it.?
- CS First: How to Use It to Teach - CS First is a Google offering designed to bring new students into the world of computer science at a price (free!) that most schools can afford.
- Top Sites for Differentiated Instruction - A classroom full of different kids sometimes requires a toolbox of different tools. Stock yours with these resources to help differentiate your instruction.
- Best Math Sites & Apps for Education - These top math apps and websites, many of which are free or modestly priced–all of which adds up to learning success! Although not sure any are more catchy than my hero, zero!
- The Importance of Working With (Not Through) Technology - Dr. Michael Nagler shares how he has adopted technology early, built creative thinking skills for students, and kept open lines of communication with staff.
- How Minecraft is Building Creativity and Learning in Chicago - Kids love Minecraft, so Chicago Public Schools has launched Chi-Craft, an afterschool esports program–and let's just say, interest is building!
- What to Know About Buying Drones for Schools - Finding a drone that is capable of teaching both physical building skills and coding is ideal for use in classrooms. And if it can provide calming and scenic flyover video, even better! (Warning: This video soothes me to sleep many nights, so don’t view while operating heavy machinery.)
Alright, let’s see if we can stay awake for the weekend ahead! Enjoy!
