Education Technology

We’re past the AI ‘hype,’ and that’s a good thing

AI is best implemented from a place of encouragement. Here how three leaders are getting their teams to embrace the technology.

Why this tech director encourages AI use in her district

Jamie Haug moves past the "noise" about cheating to show how AI can fit into various aspects of K12 education.

Educating With AI in the Classroom Series

Educating With AI in the Classroom Series

Don’t miss this fall’s must-attend AI in education series. In three powerful sessions, global experts Jos Dirkx, Jon Bergmann, and Catlin Tucker will reveal how AI is rewriting curriculum and pedagogy, raising the bar for mastery learning, and making personalization real for each student. This is your chance to see how schools can harness AI to accelerate growth, empower teachers, and transform learning right now.

Study flags safety risks of Meta AI chatbots

Testing revealed that the chatbots failed to provide adequate guidance or crisis resources when a user disclosed self-harm.

Safe AI Learning Spaces: Securing Student Exploration in the Age of AI

Date & Time: Thursday, October 9th at 2 p.m. ET

This thought-provoking 30-minute Ed Talk explores the emerging landscape of AI in education, examining best practices, regulatory considerations, and strategic frameworks for creating secure learning environments that harness AI's potential while protecting our most vulnerable users.

How a superintendent can see the tech perspective

Dr. Barbara Mullen has seen firsthand the challenges that impact IT and believes cross-sector collaboration is the answer.

This IT leader wants to share the success of his new microschool

Chief Information Officer Rob Dickson also laid the groundwork for his district's AI policy. You can learn about his achievements at FETC 2026.

How to start the year off strong with new tech

Leaders must learn to work closely with vendors to ensure smooth edtech implementation, says one leader.

Worried about cheating? Research finds new risks posed by AI

Users can quickly find tips on self-harm, suicide planning, disordered eating and substance abuse, research finds.

New K12 funding for AI education is now available

The National Science Foundation seeks to expand resources for artificial intelligence education while preparing students for an AI-driven workforce.

FETC 2026: Change management strategies for IT leaders

The Future of Education Technology Conference has provided opportunities for IT leaders like Amy Jackson to learn from peers who "have put things into action."

Research: Teachers now outpace students in AI use

As artificial intelligence gains traction in K12, adoption and attitudes toward the technology have steadily improved, a new survey confirms.

These cybersecurity threats will shape the upcoming school year

K12 schools should brace for the continued cybersecurity threats and the rise of highly sophisticated methods of attack, one expert predicts.

New guidance outlines how to use grant funds for AI

New federal guidance shows schools how to use formula and discretionary grant funds to improve academic outcomes through AI.

We know students are using AI. Let’s empower them

For today's students, AI is no longer a novelty—it's an essential resource they'll encounter throughout their educational journeys and professional careers.

9 ways AI is shaping school communications

AI is saving K12 communicators' time by crafting social media posts, generating newsletter content and managing other tasks.

The top 5 challenges educators experience in 2025

According to more than 2,500 teachers, administrators and leaders nationwide, promoting school attendance is their greatest challenge in 2025, new research asserts. Here's what else is on their mind.

7 steps to lock down school cybersecurity this summer

School cybersecurity is no longer just an IT concern; it’s a leadership responsibility. And summer is the season to lead.

AI in education: Curb your enthusiasm

With AI in education, two extremes are tempting: staying ahead of the curve or feeling that the curve will always be ahead of us.

The Role of AI in Advanced Placement: Enhancing Student Learning and Teacher Effectiveness

Date & Time: Wednesday, August 27th at 2 p.m. ET

In this 30-minute Ed Talk, join a practical conversation about how AI tools can support AP teaching and learning. Participants will learn specific ways AI can help with personalized practice, real-time feedback, and streamlining teacher workload—without adding complexity. 

The Inevitable Shift to AI: Leading Education in the New Age of Intelligence

Date & Time: Wednesday, August 20th at 2 p.m. ET

Join a timely conversation about how AI is altering the conditions of education—from classroom to boardroom—and what it will take to lead in a world where intelligence is always on, always adapting, and always accelerating.

We’re now at a turning point for AI and education

Those of us who build, fund or advocate for educational content and tools have a critical role to play in ensuring that AI serves all learners and their teachers well.

Why leaders need as much AI guidance as their students

Understanding the human-machine connection is one of the most important pieces of the puzzle, says one expert. Here's some advice for harnessing the technology to its fullest potential.

Back to School Edtech Tools: The Must-See Webinar to Kickstart Your Year!

Date & Time: Thursday, August 14th at 4 p.m. ET

Get ready for the new school year with this dynamic showcase of the most effective and cutting-edge educational technology tools! Join our knowledgeable panel as they demonstrate the latest apps, ready-to-use strategies, and AI-enhanced solutions crafted to ease teacher workload, boost student outcomes, and inspire active learning.

New partnership with tech giants could shape AI in schools

The creators of ChatGPT are joining forces with the American Federation of Teachers to train 400,000 K12 teachers to champion AI instruction in their classrooms. Microsoft is also contributing.

How to support students’ well-being in the age of AI

The effects of artificial intelligence technologies are complex: "AI is not all good or bad," a new report from the American Psychological Association says.

360-Degree AI Implementation: Empowering Student Learning, Preserving Academic Integrity and Boosting Operational Efficiencies

Date & Time: Wednesday, August 5th at 2 p.m. ET

Part of the DA Leaders Summer School series, this 30-minute DA Ed Talk will feature the IT director of a California public charter school authorized by three public school districts to discuss how Sage Oak Charter Schools implemented AI to enhance both student and administrative efficiency. 

***Attendees will be able to safely download “Creating Effective AI Policies: A Guide for Educators,” a resource with key considerations for acceptable and prohibited AI use, policy rollout strategies, and data privacy law compliance.

New ranking features 40 edtech tools you could be using

Instructure just released its annual "Edtech Top 40" report, ranking learning management systems and other K12 tools.

5 ways AI transforms libraries into dynamic learning hubs

AI is giving librarians and their team the time and tools to do what they do best—connect, guide and inspire.

Here’s what makes this district’s AI strategy successful

Artificial intelligence is a critical solution for improving writing scores in Kentucky’s Henry County Public Schools.

From piecemeal to principled: Why you need an AI governance manifesto

A governance manifesto acts as a “North Star,” aligning every AI effort with shared district priorities and ensuring cohesive implementation.

How are you using AI to make your district smarter?

Looking ahead to the 2025-26 school year, you have a chance this harness increasingly powerful technology to engage students and reduce workloads.

Creativity is the skill AI can’t replace—and schools shouldn’t ignore

If we want to prepare young people for an AI-dominated world, we must champion learning models that inspire creativity, persistence and collaboration.

Why one leader’s approach to data privacy is earning recognition

The key to promoting a culture that values data privacy is communicating the issue in a way that everyone understands, says this tech leader. Only then will you see results.

Why schools take a long time to report ransomware

It takes the education sector nearly five months to report a ransomware attack, longer many large industries, new research concludes.