Latest articles by Erik Ofgang
Scientists Compared ChatGPT Writing Assessments to Human Assessments. Here’s What They Found
Human teachers provided better assessments than ChatGPT but AI was closer than expected and even better in certain ways.
The Biggest Edtech Companies Are Going All In on AI. Here's Why
Edtech is all about AI these days, from tech giants to startups and everything in between. We talked to some executives about the potential they see for AI technology and learning.
Microsoft Reading Coach: How To Teach With The AI Reading Tutor
Teaching tips for Reading Coach, an AI-powered tool designed to teach reading, from the Vice President of Education at Microsoft.
Authentic Learning: What It Is And How to Incorporate It In Your Teaching
Authentic learning is the difference between learning science and being a scientist, says educator Todd Stanley.
Creating AI Tutors That Don’t Hallucinate
Cracking the AI hallucination problem is all about the right training data and human input.
5 Reasons The OpenAI and Apple Partnership Intrigues Me As An Educator
OpenAI’s GPT technology will be integrated into Apple products and tools, including Siri. Here’s why I think that’s good news for teachers.
5 Cybersecurity Tips For Schools From CISA’s Deputy Assistant Director
Making quick cost-effective changes to cybersecurity systems can make a big difference for school safety, says CISA Deputy Assistant Director Trent Frazier.
5 Tips For Getting Online and In-Person Adjunct Teaching Positions
These strategies have helped me get consistent work as an adjunct professor
4 AI Tools I Actually Use As An Educator
There’s a lot of talk about AI’s uses in education but I find that personally I only really use a few tools.
My Students Are Submitting AI Papers. Here’s What I Do
Like many educators, I've been thrust into a brave new world of AI and modern teaching that I had not been trained for and to which appropriate responses aren't always clear.
Solar-Powered Schools: What You Need to Know
Thousands of schools across the U.S. have saved money by installing solar panels. The process can involve little to no upfront costs and often results in significant cost savings for the school or district.
Guarding Your District Against AI Deepfakes, Including Porn
Students in U.S. schools have already created deepfakes of classmates, including deepfake pornography
Digital Leisure Reading Does Less to Aid Comprehension Than Print Reading
A new study found that when students read digital texts for leisure it had almost no impact on their reading comprehension. Here’s everything you need to know.
GPT-4o: What Educators Need to Know
I tested GPT-4o, the new model powering some versions of ChatGPT. It combines text, audio, visual, and video outputs and inputs, and is faster and more natural in its responses, which has many implications for teachers.
Flipped Classrooms Can Benefit From AI, Say Flipped Learning Pioneers. But There Are Concerns
AI chatbots could potentially assist flipped classroom instructors, both during class time and when students are watching videos, but the tech needs to solve its bias problem first
Best Summer Learning Apps & Sites
The best summer learning apps and sites for students can help keep kids learning all year round
4 Ways to Increase Ebook and Audiobook Awareness For Summer Reading
More students are reading ebooks and listening to audiobooks than ever before but more can still be done to increase awareness of these platforms
4 Ways To Fight Spring Fever Outbreaks
Spring is the time of year when even normally diligent students (and even some faculty) start struggling to pay attention.
Hackers Are After Student Data. Here’s Why
Students generally have pristine credit records, which makes student data an appealing target for criminals. The good news is, there are ways they can help keep student data safe.
4 Star Wars Tech Tools for Teaching
With Star Wars Day (May the 4th) fast approaching, it's a good time to appreciate how far edtech has come
How Often Are Students Submitting AI Papers? Frequently, Says New Data
More than two million papers reviewed by Turnitin's AI detection tool had at least 80% AI-generated content
Do ChatGPT-Style AI ChatBots Help Students Learn? Yes, But There Are Caveats, Says Research
AI chatbots show promise in helping college students but are less effective for K-12, with the impact on learning seeming to decrease over time
Teaching Financial Literacy
More states are adopting financial literacy requirements for students. Here are tips for teaching the topic.
