AI Tool: Curipod
Curipod combines the interactive power of Pear Deck with new AI-driven features that boost engagement in fresh, meaningful ways. Students move from passive listeners to active participants, voting on questions, polls, and even topics to explore next. The built-in **AI Feedback** feature offers instant suggestions, encouraging students to refine and improve their responses on the spot. Curipod turns traditional learning moments into interactive, customized experiences, helping students feel seen, heard, and involved as they shape each lesson alongside you.
EDU AI Tool: NotebookLM
Looking for a smarter, more flexible way to learn or teach? Google’s NotebookLM, launched in 2023, is an AI tool that turns articles, videos, and PDFs into personalized, conversational podcasts! Imagine summarizing all your educational resources into a podcast you can listen to while commuting, exercising, or just relaxing. Whether you’re an educator creating dynamic lesson content or a student juggling assignments, NotebookLM makes multitasking a breeze. Simply upload your materials, select the ones you want to summarize, and with just a few clicks, you’ll have an engaging audio overview that feels like a real conversation. Perfect for auditory learners…
Schoolai.com – Sandbox Chatbots for Students
With so many AI tools available, deciding which ones are worth your time can be challenging. In New York, using any tool with students involves ensuring data protection, which limits many options. That’s why I'm excited about Schoolai.com—no student login required! This multifaceted platform harnesses AI within a safe, controlled environment. Teachers can create custom chatbots, known as Sidekicks, to enhance learning experiences without distractions. Schoolai.com offers a practical, secure way to integrate AI into education, making it a valuable asset for any educator. Ready to explore? Create your free teacher account today!
EduProtocol: Fast and the Curious
The Fast and the Curious EduProtocol is ideal for teaching new information such as math facts or vocabulary words. Anything that with repetition would improve understanding and more to long term memeory. This protocol spans five class days, using just 15 minutes each day. It is perfect to start at the beginning of the school week.
Math on the Move: Exploring Algebra with TI Rovers
Just a few weeks ago, I was able to work with students in Algebra I classes using the TI-Innovator™ Rover. In New York State, we have end of the year Regents Examinations, which are achievement tests aligned with New York State’s learning standards. This year, the Algebra I Regents was early, which allowed for me to go into schools to use the TI-Innovator™ Rover. Students got to explore math content in a hands on way, while also learning how to code! One of the schools I went to had students compete in Rover Olympics! Each group picked a country to…
Canva Can Help with Bulk Award Creation
It's that time of year again, and I'm busy creating awards. With over 1,800 Battle of the Books awards to produce, handcrafting each one was not feasible. Canva came to the rescue with its user-friendly design and extensive templates, making the process easy and ensuring professional results every time.
Embracing Equity: The Power of Interactive Digital Notebooks
Interactive Digital Notebooks (IDNs) are one of my favorite digital tools that can offer many benefits for educators, students, and school librarians alike. Let’s explore some of the advantages of uses these with students and in my case teachers. They positively impact education in so many ways. Interactive Digital Notebooks are a way to organize information in their essence. “A tool that allows students to learn interact with, reflect on, fill out, all digitally. It empowers students by teaching 21st century skills as well as taking ownership of their study time using digital tools. It is not just a Just…
