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3 education wins sustained by district technology directors post-pandemic

Tracy Reimer and Jennifer Hill -
Technology directors—expressing optimism about reimagining school as a consequence of COVID—reflect upon the role of innovation in instruction, what learning means, and what challenges persist.

Surprise: Teachers now like ChatGPT more than students do

Matt Zalaznick -
As some worry about artificial intelligence advancing beyond human control, many of the teachers who have used ChatGPT are embracing the high-tech tool.

Embrace the Future: Why K12 superintendents and cabinet members should attend FETC 2024

Lenny Schad -
As the educational landscape continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, K12 superintendents and cabinet members are faced with the challenge of staying ahead of the curve. To navigate this ever-changing environment and lead their districts to success, it is essential for these educational leaders to embrace the power of technology.

These were district leaders’ top 4 edtech challenges last year. Do you agree?

Micah Ward -
"We in leadership need to think differently about what our users—educators, support staff, parents—need out of data," said Ryan Gravette, director of information and technology at the Idaho Digital Learning Acadamy in Idaho.

Tech leadership in 2023-24: Funding and facilities are top priorities

Matt Zalaznick -
Here's one of the top messages for K12 tech leadership in 2023-24 that bears repeating: You really do have a role to play in every aspect of your district's operations. For example, the cafeteria refrigerators—and the infrastructure that surrounds them—may need your attention.

Will AI replace teachers? One top expert worries it will

Micah Ward -
In an interview with The Guardian, the University of California professor and computer scientist Stuart Russell said tools like ChatGPT could result in fewer teachers being employed. Such innovations could result in "fewer teachers being employed—possibly even none," he said.

The FETC Top Ed Tech Products awards application has closed.

Lori Capullo -
The FETC Top Ed Tech Products awards application for 2023 has closed. Providers selected to continue in the process can expect to be notified of...

Why this CIO plans to incorporate AI into his edtech wheelhouse

Micah Ward -
"If you choose to respond in a powerful, informed, instructive and positive way, then it can be a huge benefit for us," says Jon Ostendorf, CIO at the Princeton Day School. "It's exciting because it's a challenge and we have to respond to it right away. Every day, you see more potential."

No ifs, ands or buts: AI will transform K12 education

Micah Ward -
In this virtual webinar, FETC Conference Chair Jennifer Womble invites three edtech experts to discuss how AI is already shaping instruction.

Pitchfest winner: How ‘Unruly Splats’ helps kids build STEM identities

Matt Zalaznick -
Unruly Splats, developed by Unruly Studios, introduces students to coding as they create their own games, activities and interactive experiences.

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