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From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. Common Sense Media calls AI companion apps an "unacceptable risk" for kids under 18, yet 70% of students are already using them. This week we also cover why OpenAI's Study Mode earned a C+ from experts and Sam Altman's controversial comments about education's future. The post Common Sense Warnings About Social AI Apps & More appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day. Meow! If you're seeing this on another site, they are "scraping" my feed and taking my content to present it to you so be aware of this.

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. A student turns in a beautifully written essay about photosynthesis. When you ask them about it the next day, they stare blankly – they don't remember a single thing they "wrote." Sound familiar? That's because they didn't write it. AI did. And here's the problem – when students use AI to do their thinking for them, they're not just cheating the system, they're cheating themselves out of learning. But what if we could flip the script? What if instead of fighting against AI, we taught students to use it as their personal learning coach? That's exactly what I do on day one of my computer science classes, and it's transforming how my students learn. Today, I'm sharing the three game-changing prompts that turn AI from a homework machine into a powerful feedback engine – prompts that help students think deeper, write better, and actually remember what they're learning. The post 3 Easy AI Prompts I Teach My Students on the First Day appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day. Meow! If you're seeing this on another site, they are "scraping" my feed and taking my content to present it to you so be aware of this.

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. Josh Korb shares some of his top tips for teaching in this fast paced show. The post 3 EFFECTive Strategies: Curiosity Corner, Brain Breaks, Action Teams appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day. Meow! If you're seeing this on another site, they are "scraping" my feed and taking my content to present it to you so be aware of this.

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. Microsoft made some big #ISTELive K-12 education announcements with FREE Copilot Chat for students 13+. In this power-packed episode, Mike Tholfsen reveals how the new Teach module creates standards-aligned lessons in minutes, while students get AI study guides that generate personalized quizzes from their own notes. Plus, discover how Copilot+ PCs with Neural Processing Units bring AI directly to your classroom—no internet required. This isn't just another tech update; it's the future of teaching and learning, available now. The post Microsoft 365 Copilot Breakthroughs for Educators [Updated 2025 #ISTELive Guide] appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day. Meow! If you're seeing this on another site, they are "scraping" my feed and taking my content to present it to you so be aware of this.

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. From Claude Opus 4's mind-blowing coding demos to FBI warnings about AI voice scams, this episode covers 15 game-changing AI tools for teachers and 15 critical education headlines. Discover why blue books are making a comeback, how students are AI-checking their professors, and the essential cybersecurity vocabulary every educator needs in 2025 The post Let’s Talk: 15 AI Tools + 15 Hot EduHeadlines (June 2025) appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day. Meow! If you're seeing this on another site, they are "scraping" my feed and taking my content to present it to you so be aware of this.

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. We need to be talking about the role AI should and should not take in the classroom. Audrey Watters asks the questions to get us started. The post Stop,Think, Question: A Teacher’s Guide to Responsible AI appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day. Meow! If you're seeing this on another site, they are "scraping" my feed and taking my content to present it to you so be aware of this.

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. Nine classroom-ready stories in ten minutes—teacher brain burnout science, GPT-4.1 updates, Venus tectonics, AI ad hacks, Duolingo’s AI shift, and more. Listen and save tomorrow’s lesson time! The post Teacher Brain Burnout? GPT-4.1 and 8 Other Headlines that Matter appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day. Meow! If you're seeing this on another site, they are "scraping" my feed and taking my content to present it to you so be aware of this.

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. How do you make math exciting—and meaningful—for every student? In this episode, Dr. Erin Krupa shares real-world strategies and research-backed insights that help students connect, engage, and succeed in math. If you're looking for ways to improve achievement and make math matter, this conversation is for you. The post Real-World Math That Boosts Student Achievement with Dr. Erin Krupa appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day. Meow! If you're seeing this on another site, they are "scraping" my feed and taking my content to present it to you so be aware of this.

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. A fast-paced, teacher-friendly roundup of 15 edtech stories from this week — including Canva’s new code tool, Microsoft’s AI agent, and a viral phrase about badgers that helps teach AI hallucinations. Don’t miss this practical, funny, and insightful update for K–12 classrooms. The post AI Gone Wild, Canva Code, and ChatGPT Tennis?! 15 Edtech News Stories appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day. Meow! If you're seeing this on another site, they are "scraping" my feed and taking my content to present it to you so be aware of this.

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. What really works in teaching? Nathaniel Hansford shares scientific, evidence-based strategies to help you become a more effective teacher—backed by real classroom experience. The post How to Be a More Effective Teacher appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day. Meow! If you're seeing this on another site, they are "scraping" my feed and taking my content to present it to you so be aware of this.

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. Sam Altman's World project is scanning irises across the U.S. to verify who's human—raising massive questions for educators, parents, and students. In this episode, I break down how it works, why it matters, and how you can spark meaningful classroom discussions with a free poster and downloadable Google Doc. The post How Do We Know Who’s Human? A New Tech Raises Big Questions appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day. Meow! If you're seeing this on another site, they are "scraping" my feed and taking my content to present it to you so be aware of this.

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. Want your students to care about learning? Start by showing them they matter. In this episode, Dr. Lucy Lambert-Guesnard shares stories and strategies to help you build trust and connect deeply with every student—because connection always comes before content. The post How to Truly Connect with Students (and Why It Matters) appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day. Meow! If you're seeing this on another site, they are "scraping" my feed and taking my content to present it to you so be aware of this.

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. Discover 5 free Evernote features every educator should know! In this episode, productivity expert Dr. Frank Buck shares how teachers and administrators can simplify their workflow, reduce stress, and stay organized using powerful digital tools—without spending a dime. The post 5 Free Evernote Features Every Educator Should Know appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day. Meow! If you're seeing this on another site, they are "scraping" my feed and taking my content to present it to you so be aware of this.

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. Burnout can end a teaching career — but it doesn't have to. In this motivational Monday episode, Dr. Patrice Buckner Jackson (Dr. PBJ) shares practical strategies to recognize burnout early, set boundaries, and reclaim your passion for teaching. Learn how to stop burnout before it stops you. The post How to Stop Teacher Burnout Before It Stops You appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day. Meow! If you're seeing this on another site, they are "scraping" my feed and taking my content to present it to you so be aware of this.

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. From eye-tracking privacy risks to Florida's AI-powered Algebra class, this April 2025 roundup breaks down what every teacher needs to know. Watch for my take on the biggest education headlines — and what they really mean in your classroom. The post News Roundup: What’s the Latest in Edtech and AI Right Now? appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day. Meow! If you're seeing this on another site, they are "scraping" my feed and taking my content to present it to you so be aware of this.

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. When Principal Carlos Ramirez saw that students were being left out of school traditions, he didn’t just tweak the schedule — he transformed the entire event into a powerful lesson in belonging. Discover how this school leader is creating a culture where every child feels like they matter. The post How to Help Every Child Feel Like They Belong appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day. Meow! If you're seeing this on another site, they are "scraping" my feed and taking my content to present it to you so be aware of this.

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. Think grammar has to be boring? Think again. Patty McGee shares fun, powerful strategies that help students build better sentences—without the shame or worksheet The post Fun Grammar Strategies That Actually Work appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day. Meow! If you're seeing this on another site, they are "scraping" my feed and taking my content to present it to you so be aware of this.

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. Dan Meyer shares advice to transform teaching math—from starting with what students know to embedding professional learning into everyday tools like Desmos. The post Teaching Math in 2025: Dan Meyer on Tools, Trends, and True Engagement appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day. Meow! If you're seeing this on another site, they are "scraping" my feed and taking my content to present it to you so be aware of this.

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. What happens when over 50% of new teachers in a state are uncertified? In this episode of The 10 Minute Teacher Podcast, Dr. Jacob Kirksey—Assistant Professor of Education Policy at Texas Tech University—shares new research on how teacher preparation impacts student learning, dyslexia diagnoses, and rural schools. A must-hear. The post Uncertified Teachers in Texas? 56% of new teachers. The Impact & Solution appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day. Meow! If you're seeing this on another site, they are "scraping" my feed and taking my content to present it to you so be aware of this.

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. Isabelle C. Hau, author of the #1 New Release on Amazon in Early Childhood Education talks about the characteristics of effective early childhood education (and the critical importance of it.) A must read for everyone in early childhood education. The post 8 Powerful Insights About Early Childhood Education appeared first on Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis @coolcatteacher helping educators be excellent every day. Meow! If you're seeing this on another site, they are "scraping" my feed and taking my content to present it to you so be aware of this.