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Free Resources to Explore and Use ChatGPT and AI

Get an educator-focused approach to information, concerns, and uses for artificial intelligence.

Posted on October 19, 2023 by Christine Elgersma

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K–12

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Supporting SEL in Students' Digital Lives: Tips and Advice for Teachers

Incorporate SEL into your teaching with these tips and professional development resources.

Posted on August 2, 2021 by Sue Thotz

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What's Working: Distance Learning Tips for Teachers

Get ideas to improve your practice, better meet students’ needs, support parents/caregivers, and sustain your own well-being.

Posted on September 24, 2020 by Christine Elgersma

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Free or Low-Cost Resources for PD in Distance Learning

Get ready for blended or fully remote instruction with these flexible professional development options.

Posted on July 16, 2020 by Paul Barnwell

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How to DIY Your Distance Learning PD

Find meaningful professional learning opportunities with online communities and personal learning networks (PLNs).

Posted on June 29, 2020 by Paul Barnwell

Grades

Pre-K–12

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Must-Have EdTech Tools for a First-Year Teacher

Build your teaching toolkit with these top classroom resources.

Posted on September 3, 2019 by Danny Wagner

Grades

Pre-K–12

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What If Your PD Looked Like This?

Inspire your fellow educators to embrace opportunities for growth.

Posted on February 22, 2018 by Dr. Karri Adams

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From PLN to Practice: Tips from 5 Educators on Personalizing Your Professional Learning

What is a PLN, and why should you start one? Our panel of teachers and PLN experts weigh in.

Posted on June 25, 2017 by Jeff Knutson

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3 Ways to Empower Teachers and Transform Classrooms

Give teachers new learning experiences to unlock their creativity.

Posted on June 13, 2016 by Fanny Passeport

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Do-It-Yourself Professional Development

Seven ways to learn with Common Sense Education this summer.

Posted on June 6, 2016 by Rachelle Wooten

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5 Ways Librarians Can Use Common Sense Education

Help students find new interests, collaborate with peers, and learn new things.

Posted on April 12, 2016 by Ryan Diyommo

Grades

Pre-K–12

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Where to Find Common Sense at SXSWedu

Check out our sessions on privacy, English learners, edtech, and SEL.

Posted on March 4, 2016 by Erin Wilkey Oh

Grades

Pre-K–12

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5 Ways Social Studies Teachers Can Use Common Sense Education

Key features and advice for those looking to get the most out of Common Sense Education.

Posted on January 8, 2016 by Erin Wilkey Oh

Grades

Pre-K–12

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5 Ways Evernote Transformed Running Records in My Classroom

How tech made this commonly used reading assessment faster and easier.

Posted on March 23, 2015 by Jen Weigand

Grades

K–1

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Tips and Tricks for Managing Devices in the Classroom

Get practical advice for painless device management in the classroom.

Posted on March 13, 2015 by Darri Stephens

Grades

Pre-K–12