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Tech & Cybersecurity

How to streamline employee time tracking and attendance to improve retention

Micah Ward -
Hourly workers—bus drivers, custodians, substitute teachers—are the backbone of K12 schools. One of the most important ways administrators can retain them is by providing consistent, accurate and timely pay.

Students and teachers are leveraging ChatGPT, but parents could use some help

Micah Ward -
Now that teachers and administrators alike have embraced AI's capability to enhance learning, parents are witnessing it too. ChatGPT shares 10 ways how to communicate with them about students' use of AI.

Educators can’t beat ChatGPT, so show them how to embrace it

Micah Ward -
A recent survey by the Walton Family Foundation found that within two months, 51% of teachers reported having used the tool with as many as 40% using it at least once a week. District leaders should educate their teaching staff on how to use it to streamline their workload.

Ransomware attacks: Who and what is putting K12 schools at risk?

Micah Ward -
A new analysis from one cybersecurity firm breaks down the most prominent criminal organizations targeting K12 schools, as well as the most common tactics used in ransomware attacks.

Why districts must share their edtech successes

Jennifer Womble, FETC Conference Chair -
As new technologies emerge with new opportunities for widening our perspectives and education methods adapt and transform, it is essential that successful districts share what works.

Can AI be used safely in education? Yes, but we need new guidelines

Matt Zalaznick -
With many educators relying more and more on artificial intelligence in and around the classroom, a coalition of prominent edtech organizations—called TeachAI—is developing best practices for safer use of the rapidly advancing technology.

Big K12 deal: Learning giant HMH is acquiring testing titan NWEA

Matt Zalaznick -
"The combined organization will harness the collective power of instruction and research-based insights to support educators in their efforts to drive better outcomes for students," the companies say in a news release.

Chromebooks don’t last long, and it’s costing schools billions of dollars

Micah Ward -
These devices have a "built-in death date," according to a new report. This leads to frustration among K12 leaders who adopted the technology at the height of the pandemic mainly due to their affordability.

Parental insight: K12 schools must establish digital literacy as a funding priority

Micah Ward -
Two-thirds of parents say technology is moving in a positive direction, but there are six key factors barring students from receiving sufficient technology education.

4 solutions for driving digital transformation in your school

Micah Ward -
Students pay the greatest price when schools rely on outdated methods of teaching and learning. Elevating your district's use of digital technologies will ultimately give teachers and students the tools they need to close historical gaps.

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