As we dive into November, it’s a great time to reflect on how technology can transform our educational practices. This month’s highlights bring opportunities for professional growth, practical tips for staying organized, and inspiring ideas for integrating AI into classrooms. Let’s explore!
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🌟 Attend ISTE Live 2025 with ECMECC Support
Imagine being surrounded by thousands of educators who share your passion for innovation. The ISTE Live 2025 Conference in San Antonio, TX (June 28 - July 2) is your chance to explore cutting-edge tools, attend hands-on workshops, and network with global edtech leaders. ECMECC is offering a scholarship to cover travel and lodging. Applications are due January 10, 2025—don’t miss out on this game-changing opportunity! Learn More and Apply Here.
🗂️ Tame Your Google Drive Chaos
Does your Google Drive feel like an endless maze? With Ashley Haken’s tips, you can turn your digital chaos into a serene workspace:
Declutter first: Remove unnecessary files to create breathing room.
Rename or delete duplicates: Search for “untitled” or “copy of” files.
Organize by category: Create folders with meaningful names and add colors for easy identification.
Leverage Workspaces: Group commonly used files for quick access.
Want more? Register for our Tech Tidbit on December 3 for additional tips and tricks. Can’t attend live? Register anyway to receive the session recording! Register Here.
🤖 AI in the Classroom: Enhancing Lessons, Engaging Students
AI tools are reshaping how we teach and learn. In the latest “Integrate This!” podcast, Paul Ivers shared how tools like Canva AI, ChatGPT, and Google Slides boosted engagement in a Spanish communication lesson.
David and Jeremy also explored AI in education:
David’s media literacy project: Students generated podcast ideas using MagicSchool, scripted episodes, and recorded them with Screencastify or Vocaroo.
Jeremy’s Mars design challenge: Students used AI to address environmental challenges for colonizing Mars.
Stay tuned for Jeremy’s episode debuting November 21 on the Integrate This! YouTube Channel.
🍁 AI Potpourri: Food for Thought
This Thanksgiving season, explore these thought-provoking AI insights:
AI won’t replace teachers: Adaptive tools enhance learning, but human connections remain central.
Matt Miller’s AI framework: Use AI for trivial tasks, preserve meaningful ones, and augment the rest.
Enlighten AI for grading: Collaborate with AI to make grading more efficient while keeping it personal.
Notebook LM: Google’s research assistant can summarize content, draw connections, and even generate AI podcasts. Try Notebook LM Here.
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