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Why AI in Education Isn’t the Threat You Think It Is

“We didn’t ban calculators. We taught math differently. We didn’t ban the internet. We taught research differently. So why are we trying to ban AI instead of doing the same?” We’ve been here before. I was a young teacher when the internet showed up in classrooms in the 90s. Educators panicked. Teachers worried it would make students lazy, that it would only be used for cheating, and that memorizing facts and dates would go out the window. They were right. Sort of. The internet did change things. But it didn’t destroy learning. It made us rethink what was worth teaching and how we wanted to spend instructional time. It pushed us away from memorizing trivia and toward analyzing, questioning, creating, and connecting. The same thing happened with calculators decades before. There was real fear that students would lose the ability to compute. But what actually happened was that students stopped getting stuck in multi-digit calculations and started spending more time doing real math. They m...

Educators: It's Time to Get Your SH*T Together This Summer!

 To all of my school friends!


Summer is a great time to recharge or, as this graphic I found suggests, to get your SH*T together!



Self-care: Take time to nurture yourself. Whether it's reading a book, enjoying a spa day, or simply relaxing, self-care is vital to recharge your batteries.


Happiness: Find what brings you joy and make it a priority. Spend time with loved ones, engage in hobbies, and do what makes you smile.


Inner peace: Practice mindfulness or meditation to center yourself. A few minutes of quiet reflection each day can make a big difference in maintaining balance and calm.


Time management: Plan your days to make the most of your summer. Whether it's scheduling activities or setting aside time for relaxation, good time management will help you feel more in control and less stressed.

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