Michael Millington

Michael Millington

Senior Staff Writer

Michael Millington is a senior staff writer for Tech & Learning. A writer and editor with over a decade of experience, his focus on bringing actionable information to those in need is the driving force behind his work. When not researching new advancements in technology, Michael likes to practice his Italian and train his dog Cyril.

Latest articles by Michael Millington

Using a committee to assess AI tools can help put your district and school in a great place

Integrating AI Through the Creation of a Dedicated Tech Tool Committee

By Michael Millington published

INNOVATIVE LEADER AWARD - Using the experience and diversity in your district to help craft and integrate AI policy and tools

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Through an innovative stoplight policy, AI use for school work was simplified for one school district

How to Integrate AI Policies Into Professional Development Programs

By Michael Millington published

INNOVATIVE LEADER AWARD - Providing an emphasized outlook on professional development in regards to technology and, more specifically, artificial intelligence

Transitioning to a new system is daunting, but with proper planning can be done right

Making Service Transitions Simple with Planning and Dedication

By Michael Millington published

INNOVATIVE LEADER AWARD - Creating smooth technological transitions with careful planning and steadfast knowledge of your educational needs.

Making the transition to Google for a district can be easy if planned out properly

Making A Platform Migration Seamless and Successful

By Michael Millington published

INNOVATIVE LEADER AWARD - Changing an entire school district from Microsoft to Google can be bumpy, but having a clear plan in place ahead of time can help make it smooth

Creating equity within a school district requires all parties to work together to achieve that goal

Upgrading Technology to Support Learning and Equity

By Michael Millington published

Building equity in a school district doesn’t always mean breaking the budget to put the latest technology in schools

Working with and not through technology

The Importance of Working With (Not Through) Technology

By Michael Millington published

INNOVATIVE LEADER AWARD - Just simply embracing education technology is not enough for positively impact learning outcomes

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How Minecraft is Building Creativity and Learning in Chicago

By Michael Millington published

The Chi-Craft esports Minecraft challenge is building learning and engagement at Chicago Public Schools

using ai for administrative work

How AI Can Help Support Administrative Processes for Educators

By Michael Millington published

Adding AI to a school’s administrative systems can help save both time and money

IT department being run with customer service in mind

Reinventing IT With Customer Service In Mind

By Michael Millington published

Focusing on personal interaction can help an IT department go from a dreaded environment to the superheroes of the school.

Students and facilitators pose for a picture in front of the Statue of Liberty

Celebrating The History and Ingenuity of America–And Science–With COSI

By Michael Millington published

COSI held a science experiment event that distributed hundreds of individual experiment boxes to eager young students to celebrate America’s upcoming birthday.

Knowing when to use AI is just as important as knowing when not to use AI

The Evolution of Education Spurred On by AI

By Michael Millington published

AI is driving some critical questions and conversations in education, says educator and bestselling author AJ Juliani

Lego Blocks

Using Legos To Build a Better World: The Lego Build the Change Initiative

By Michael Millington published

The Take Action Global Lego Build the Change Initiative sparks student interest in providing solutions to some of the problems our world faces today.

Images from EdTech Week 2024

EdTech Week 2024: Sights and Sounds

By Michael Millington published

A quick rundown of the sights and sounds of EdTech Week 2024 at the Civic Hall in New York City

Teaching using AI for assistance

How AI Can Make Individualized Learning Easier for Students and Teachers

By Michael Millington published

Artificial intelligence can provide opportunities to help support individualized learning.

Phishing and malware attacks will constantly test educational cybersecurity

Malware and Phishing: What Educators Need to Know

By Michael Millington published

Malware and phishing attempts are a constant assault on school security

Google looks to improve the conversation around AI in the educational space

How GenerationAI Looks to Normalize AI in the Classroom By Empowering Educators

By Michael Millington published

Google.org is partnering with ISTE to create GenerationAI, an initiative focused on educating teachers on AI use.

Creating an internal communication system helps keep educators connected while protecting vital information

Creating An App That Keeps A School Community Connected

By Michael Millington published

INNOVATIVE LEADER AWARD - How one district created its own communication app to help stay connected to the school community

Students sitting at computers at school

Should Digital Literacy Be Its Own Classroom Subject?

By Michael Millington published

Given the proliferation of technology and social media, it is time to focus on teaching digital literacy and citizenship just like any other classroom subject.

Students learning vocabulary through Rhymes with Reason

How Rhymes with Reason is Educating Students Through Song

By Michael Millington published

Rhymes with Reason provides an engaging solution to improve vocabulary by using popular music, which works across economic and racial backgrounds

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Two women look at data on a computer

How A Two-Pronged Approach Helped To Protect Student (and Staff) Data

By Michael Millington published

INNOVATIVE LEADER AWARD - One district has gone about protecting school and staff data by addressing the issue in two distinct ways.

Recruiting and Onboarding Talented, Passionate Educators

By Michael Millington published

Finding good teachers can be a daunting task, so the recruitment and onboarding of qualified educators is of paramount importance.

Students learning through using robotics

How Implementing Coding, STEM, and Robotics Early Can Benefit Students

By Michael Millington published

Helping students understand how to adapt to a digital environment can set them up for success later on in life.

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Connecting Teachers Globally to Enhance Teaching Everywhere

By Michael Millington published

Tech & Learning Innovative Leader Award winner Jacqueline Gardy shares her vision and implementation of a system that connects teachers around the world to create an inclusive and enhanced learning and teaching environment.

Students with cell phones in class

How A Cellphone Ban Might Impact Equity, Digital Citizenship, and Local Control in Schools

By Michael Millington published

Should students should have access to their cellphones in school? Here are potential positives and negatives of a cellphone ban in schools and thoughts on where we go from here.

Asian father with two children at laptop computer

How Family Choice Day Became a Flexible Way for Families to Engage in Student Learning

By Michael Millington published

INNOVATIVE LEADER AWARD - Creating a flexible family choice day can help support student learning and family engagement.

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