Classroom Technology

Back-to-school IT teams are buying EdTech in a market where half the funding sits with 10 firms

New Market Pitch data shows EdTech capital is concentrated, even as K-12 operators wrestle with device handouts, identity, and classroom workflows.

Schools are buying AI fast, but their contracts still can’t show it helps

District AI spending is rising, while Utah and LAUSD push screen-time rules that force a harder question: which tools measurably improve learning?

K-12 AI spending is moving from classroom apps to vetting, policy, and proof

Districts are spending more on AI tools, but the operational bottleneck is vetting, policy, and outcomes proof.

NYC Council members demand two-year moratorium on AI in city schools

From NYC's two-year AI moratorium push to cognitive development fears, educators and policymakers are rethinking how, and whether, AI belongs in classrooms.

Just Thinking… About How NeuraPoints Equips Students and Teachers to Think Critically and Stay Engaged

Teachers today are facing a new reality: students have instant access to AI tools that can generate answers in seconds. The share of American teens using ChatGPT for assignments has climbed to 26%—twice as many as just two years ago. That shift raises urgent questions about how education should adapt for a generation that…

JUST THINKING… About Bringing out the Best in Educators and Learners with Ross Kimball

As the educational landscape rapidly evolves—shaped by advances in communication technology, growing mental health awareness, and post-pandemic classroom dynamics—one key question persists: How can we better connect with and empower both educators and students in the classroom? The stakes are high: studies show that teacher-student relationships directly impact student motivation, academic success, and long-term…

Generative AI tools Is Taking On the Tedious Tasks—Freeing Teachers to Inspire, Mentor, and Elevate Student Thinking

Artificial intelligence is changing the rules of engagement in education. As generative AI tools like ChatGPT become increasingly integrated into academic environments, they’re reshaping what productivity, personalization, and pedagogy look like. According to McKinsey’s research, teachers typically spend 20 to 40 percent of their time on tasks that could be automated with today’s technology,…

AI in the Classroom: Why AI-Powered Personalized Learning Might Not Deliver on its Promise

AI is everywhere—and it’s evolving rapidly. From predictive algorithms to large language models like ChatGPT, artificial intelligence is reshaping how we work, communicate, and learn. As schools explore AI in the classroom, educators and researchers are asking: Does AI really understand us? Or are we projecting human-like thinking onto systems that are fundamentally different? The…

AI in Education Can Democratize Expertise—But Only If Systems Evolve

As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly embedded in our everyday lives, AI and education are becoming more tightly intertwined. Many teachers and students are experimenting with AI in education, from personalized tutoring tools to automated lesson planning. While traditional edtech tools struggled to deliver on the promise of personalized learning, today’s generative AI appears poised to…

Classroom AI: Who Should It Serve First—Teachers or Students?

Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming nearly every sector, and education is no exception. As AI capabilities evolve, tech giants like OpenAI, Google, and Meta have increasingly showcased education as a core use case in product rollouts. But the tools being created often split along a critical divide: are they meant for teachers, or for…

AI for Teachers Designed to Untether and Empower—Never Replace

Administrative burden is forcing teachers away from students, but targeted AI tools could reclaim classroom time by handling repetitive tasks

Exploring Artifacts with Boxlight: A Journey of Discovery

Educational technology meets historical exploration through immersive kits designed to spark global student engagement

Transforming Classrooms with STEM: A Teacher’s Journey with 3D Printing

One educator's experiment with additive manufacturing reveals how hands-on technology reshapes student engagement and learning outcomes

Revolutionizing Education with AI: On-Device Solutions for Emerging Markets

Local AI models eliminate connectivity barriers and unlock personalized learning for students in resource-constrained regions worldwide

Teacher Professional Development Beyond Workshops

Schools are shifting from one-off workshops to continuous learning models that build teacher confidence in modern classroom technology

Wi-Fi: Empowering the Modern Classroom

Reliable internet access is reshaping how students learn, collaborate, and access educational resources in connected classrooms

Hybrid Learning Revolution: Connectivity Redefined

Schools are discovering that classroom success now depends as much on network infrastructure as it does on curriculum design

Empowering Education with Instant Connectivity

Schools are reimagining classrooms by connecting students instantly to expert-guided learning in digital environments

Just Thinking…Standard Vs Expectation with Dr Q

Educational leaders navigate a fundamental tension between holding firm on quality benchmarks and adapting to modern student and teacher needs

Just Thinking…About the Focus on Kids Before Content

A superintendent explains why meeting students' basic needs must come before tackling academic material

Protecting Youth: What’s on the Horizon for The “I Love U Guys” Foundation

New leadership at a school safety nonprofit reveals ambitious plans to train teachers and students in life-saving protocols

Educational Technology: Innovations Beyond Classroom Walls

Modern learning environments are evolving far beyond traditional settings as tech-driven solutions reshape how students and educators engage

Orchestrate by ScreenBeam Transforms One-to-One Learning: A New Era of Classroom Collaboration Begins

Teachers gain new ways to manage interactive classrooms where every student's device becomes a tool for real-time collaboration and engagement

Navigating Emergencies with Visual Alerts

Schools are discovering that visual emergency signals reach more people faster than audio alone, creating safer environments for all students and staff

Mapping AI’s Role in Education: Pioneering the Path to the Future

Human educators and technology leaders must collaborate strategically to unlock AI's potential while safeguarding educational outcomes

SMART Webinar Series: Transforming Your Existing Lessons with Lumio

Educators learn how to convert static lesson materials into dynamic interactive experiences that boost student participation and engagement

Modern Educators: Resilience, Revolution & Key Industry Trends 2023

Behind the classroom door, educators face mounting pressures that schools are only beginning to address through integrated support systems

SMART Webinar Series: Leveraging Student Devices and Capturing Teachable Moments

Educators discover practical strategies for turning student devices into real-time learning tools that spark classroom collaboration

SMART Webinar Series: Joy of Fall – Building Relationships with Routines

Educators discover how consistent classroom routines and interactive tools create stronger student connections and more engaged learning environments

From Classroom Insights to Academic Research with Young-Suk Kim

A researcher reveals how classroom experience transforms into academic insights that improve teaching practices everywhere