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Getting Smart Podcast | Michael Moe on AI in Human Resources in Education
Michael Moe, co-founder of GSV, discusses how artificial intelligence is being used in human resources to "obtain, train and retain talent," and what this means for education.
Future of Learning
Creating Tomorrow’s Moonshot Thinkers
By: Justin Aglio and Esther Wojcicki. Students in the Montour School District will enter an exciting new school building this year focused on "creating a culture of moonshot thinkers.”
EdTech
Classcraft: Transforming the Classroom into a Cooperative Challenge
Classcraft, a classroom role-playing game that places students on real-life teams to improve SEL outcomes and student engagement, today announced a new round of funding. Learn more here.
Marketing & Communication
How To Get Published on Getting Smart
Have you ever thought about blogging for Getting Smart? Here are some tips and examples of the type of content we look for to help you get started.
Leadership
Thank You For Coming Back
At the start of this school year, we want to give thanks to teachers, school administrators and everyone that supports them. Thanks for coming back for another school year.
Future of Learning
Virtual Reality in the Park
As part of a community partnership, Blaine County School District is bringing its virtual reality program out of the classroom and into the community to encourage lifelong learning for all ages.
Future of Learning
XQ Super School Live: National Television Event
About a year ago, XQ hosted an epic event revealing the ten XQ Super Schools. Those schools are making awesome progress, and so is XQ. On September 8, they will be making high school education part of the cultural conversation. Learn more here.
Equity & Access
Smart Review | Rethinking Readiness: Deeper Learning for College, Work, and Life
If you’re looking to expand the horizons of your approach to post-secondary readiness with a research-based 30,000 feet approach to the “why” and “how,” Rethinking Readiness can serve as a fount of ideas.
Leadership
Should K-12 Schools Really Certify Their Own Teachers?
By: Thomas Arnett. Summit Public Schools recently made headlines with the launch of its new teacher residency program where participants can earn a teaching credential. What might this approach mean for the future of teacher preparation?
EdTech
Smart Review | Bridging the Language Barrier with TalkingPoints
As a parent, I can’t even begin to describe how important I think home to school/school to home communication is for my sanity and my child’s success. Unfortunately, for parents with limited English knowledge, this can be a real challenge. This app can help.