technology

Jul 19, 2024

Four tips about how to use AI in NC classrooms, according to experts

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Jul 19, 2024

Yes, A.I. Can Be Really Dumb. But It’s Still a Good Tutor.

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Jul 19, 2024

North Carolina CS Requirement: A Benefit for Students and Our State

The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction adopted the High School Computer Science Graduation Requirement at the beginning of 2024. This policy mandates that beginning this fall, incoming high school…

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Jul 16, 2024

Building Bridges Between Education and EdTech for K-12 AI Integration

In the Alamance-Burlington School System, many teachers aren’t worried that AI will replace them. They’re excited about learning how AI can save time and help them with logistics and administrative…

M.A.Z.E.: Monitor data privacy; Assess for accuracy; Zero-in on bias; Evaluate value

Jun 24, 2024

Navigate the MAZE to Select Safe and Effective AI Tools for the Classroom

As more and more digital tools incorporate artificial intelligence (AI), this 4-step approach to Navigating the MAZE can help educators to evaluate and select safe and effective online platforms. Informed…

Five principles of the AI Bill of Rights: Safe and Effective Systems; Algorithmic Discrimination Protections; Data Privacy; Notice and Explanation and Human Alternatives, Consideration and Fallback

Jun 24, 2024

Blueprint for an AI Bill of Rights: Key Questions for Schools and Districts

In November 2022, The White House published the Blueprint for an AI Bill of Rights: Making Automated Systems Work for the American People. The blueprint provides a framework based on…

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Jun 5, 2024

Friday Institute and NCDPI Partner to Support NC’s Digital Learning Plan Through Data Privacy and Cybersecurity

School shuts down when technology does. This was Ashley McBride’s experience as the tech director of a North Carolina school district when a fiber optic cable was cut, leaving a…

May 16, 2024

LASER Institute Selects 2024 Cohort of Scholars

The Learning Analytics in STEM Education Research (LASER) Institute, founded by the Friday Institute for Educational Innovation, has selected its first cohort of LASER Institute scholars for LASER BEAM (Broadening…

May 8, 2024

Celebrating Teachers in the Age of AI: Why Human Connection Matters More Than Ever

In an era dominated by technological advancements, where algorithms power many of our decisions and artificial intelligence (AI) shapes interactions, the role of teachers remains vital. Even as we marvel…

Apr 9, 2024

Unlocking the Future: Why Educators Should Dive into Computer Science Training

In today’s digital age, the significance of computer science education cannot be overstated. From powering our smartphones to driving innovation in every sector, computer science is the backbone of modern…