Melissa Lim
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Living large in the biggest little city in the PNW, Portland, OR.
For AI to Truly Work in the Classroom, Schools Must Give Their Teachers a Say www.the74million.org/article/for-...
For AI to Truly Work in the Classroom, Schools Must Give Their Teachers a Say
Educators' view: Including teachers in planning for artificial intelligence and giving them time to master the tools made all the difference
www.the74million.org
January 29, 2026 at 12:37 AM
For AI to Truly Work in the Classroom, Schools Must Give Their Teachers a Say www.the74million.org/article/for-...
Peering Into the Future: Look for These K-12 Education Trends in 2026 - EdSurge News www.edsurge.com/news/2026-01...
Peering Into the Future: Look for These K-12 Education Trends in 2026 - EdSurge News
To help readers focus on top trends worthy of their attention, EdSurge journalists distilled expertise from education sources of all sorts into about ...
www.edsurge.com
January 28, 2026 at 7:31 PM
Peering Into the Future: Look for These K-12 Education Trends in 2026 - EdSurge News www.edsurge.com/news/2026-01...
Hand in Hand: Schools’ Embrace of AI Connected to Increased Risks to Students cdt.org/insights/han...
Hand in Hand: Schools’ Embrace of AI Connected to Increased Risks to Students
Artificial intelligence (AI) has continued to alter the educational experiences of teachers, students, and parents during the 2024-25 school year. The frequency and variety of AI uses continues to…
cdt.org
January 28, 2026 at 3:43 PM
Hand in Hand: Schools’ Embrace of AI Connected to Increased Risks to Students cdt.org/insights/han...
Is it Possible to Make Learning as Addictive as TikTok? - EdSurge News www.edsurge.com/news/2025-12...
Is it Possible to Make Learning as Addictive as TikTok? - EdSurge News
Ever heard of homework FOMO? We haven’t either. Is it possible to make learning as addictive as the latest TikTok dance trend? And if so, should we?
www.edsurge.com
January 28, 2026 at 4:03 AM
Is it Possible to Make Learning as Addictive as TikTok? - EdSurge News www.edsurge.com/news/2025-12...
1 in 3 Pre-K Teachers Uses Generative AI at School
- EdSurge News www.edsurge.com/news/2026-01...
- EdSurge News www.edsurge.com/news/2026-01...
1 in 3 Pre-K Teachers Uses Generative AI at School - EdSurge News
More preschool teachers are using generative AI in the classroom and believe technology can help with virtual field trips and staying connected with ...
www.edsurge.com
January 28, 2026 at 12:37 AM
1 in 3 Pre-K Teachers Uses Generative AI at School
- EdSurge News www.edsurge.com/news/2026-01...
- EdSurge News www.edsurge.com/news/2026-01...
Using Tech for Better Communications With Multilingual Families www.edutopia.org/article/4-te...
Using Tech for Better Communications With Multilingual Families
Reusable message banks, videos with captions, and smart use of translation tools help schools consistently communicate with families in their home language.
www.edutopia.org
January 27, 2026 at 7:31 PM
Using Tech for Better Communications With Multilingual Families www.edutopia.org/article/4-te...
A 4-Step School Improvement Process That Works www.edutopia.org/article/lead...
A 4-Step School Improvement Process That Works
By using data to see patterns and trends, administrators can identify small changes that will help students make measurable progress.
www.edutopia.org
January 27, 2026 at 3:43 PM
A 4-Step School Improvement Process That Works www.edutopia.org/article/lead...
Where States Err In Their AI Education Guidance – And How To Fix It www.forbes.com/sites/ulrich...
Where States Err In Their AI Education Guidance – And How To Fix It
State leaders must use their expertise and resources to provide school districts with the clarity needed to implement smart policies on AI in the classroom.
www.forbes.com
January 23, 2026 at 4:03 AM
Where States Err In Their AI Education Guidance – And How To Fix It www.forbes.com/sites/ulrich...
Bett 2026: Celebrating the art of teaching and the science of learning blog.google/products-and...
Bett 2026: Celebrating the art of teaching and the science of learning
Learn more:
blog.google
January 23, 2026 at 1:02 AM
Bett 2026: Celebrating the art of teaching and the science of learning blog.google/products-and...
When it comes to developing policies on AI in K-12, schools are largely on their own theconversation.com/when-it-come...
When it comes to developing policies on AI in K-12, schools are largely on their own
The current landscape of AI use in K-12 schools is highly varied because there’s little specific policy guidance from the state and federal levels.
theconversation.com
January 23, 2026 at 12:37 AM
When it comes to developing policies on AI in K-12, schools are largely on their own theconversation.com/when-it-come...
Gemini rolling out 'Personal Intelligence' beta that uses Gmail & your Google apps data 9to5google.com/2026/01/14/g...
Gemini rolling out 'Personal Intelligence' beta that uses Gmail & your Google apps data
The Gemini app today is adding “Personal Intelligence” in beta. This lets Gemini use the data Google already has to “supercharge” responses.
9to5google.com
January 15, 2026 at 12:37 AM
Gemini rolling out 'Personal Intelligence' beta that uses Gmail & your Google apps data 9to5google.com/2026/01/14/g...
What Guidelines Should Teachers Provide for Student AI Use? (Opinion) www.edweek.org/technology/o...
What Guidelines Should Teachers Provide for Student AI Use? (Opinion)
The goal is to teach students to harness AI to bolster learning and preserve their work's integrity.
www.edweek.org
January 7, 2026 at 4:03 AM
What Guidelines Should Teachers Provide for Student AI Use? (Opinion) www.edweek.org/technology/o...
2026 New Year Meetup of Teachers in Bars Getting Coffee is Saturday, Jan. 10 at the Literary Arts Cafe, 716 SE Grand Ave. RSVP here --> luma.com/61s5sej9
Teachers in Bars Getting Coffee #TBGC · Luma
A morning meet-up the first Saturday of every month (unless otherwise noted). Our group name is a riff on this one. Meet old friends and new. Grab something to…
luma.com
January 7, 2026 at 2:00 AM
2026 New Year Meetup of Teachers in Bars Getting Coffee is Saturday, Jan. 10 at the Literary Arts Cafe, 716 SE Grand Ave. RSVP here --> luma.com/61s5sej9
Are Students 'Quiet Quitting'? What the Workplace Trend Can Teach Us About K-12 www.edweek.org/leadership/a...
Are Students 'Quiet Quitting'? What the Workplace Trend Can Teach Us About K-12
Students' homework production is at a record low. Is it a symptom of post-pandemic apathy?
www.edweek.org
January 7, 2026 at 12:37 AM
Are Students 'Quiet Quitting'? What the Workplace Trend Can Teach Us About K-12 www.edweek.org/leadership/a...
How Generative AI Can Empower Teachers And Personalize Learning Experiences | Learning Forward learningforward.org/2025/12/17/h...
How Generative AI Can Empower Teachers And Personalize Learning Experiences | Learning Forward
AI-driven technology is equipping teachers and leaders with learning design tools they can use to build experiences uniquely suited to every student’s wonder,
learningforward.org
January 6, 2026 at 7:31 PM
How Generative AI Can Empower Teachers And Personalize Learning Experiences | Learning Forward learningforward.org/2025/12/17/h...
Q&A: Matthew Winters Champions AI Literacy in Utah edtechmagazine.com/k12/article/...
Q&A: Matthew Winters Champions AI Literacy in Utah
As the Utah State Board of Education’s first artificial intelligence specialist, Matthew Winters brings his passion for professional development to this role.
edtechmagazine.com
January 6, 2026 at 3:43 PM
Q&A: Matthew Winters Champions AI Literacy in Utah edtechmagazine.com/k12/article/...
The future of education technology after the arrival of ChatGPT - Kappan Online kappanonline.org/the-future-o...
The future of education technology after the arrival of ChatGPT - Kappan Online
Most education technologies are adopted into schools through a structured process. What happens when technologies arrive on their own?
kappanonline.org
December 26, 2025 at 4:03 AM
The future of education technology after the arrival of ChatGPT - Kappan Online kappanonline.org/the-future-o...
Gen Z is on the fence about AI in the classroom. That’s a good thing | Fortune fortune.com/2025/12/18/g...
Gen Z is on the fence about AI in the classroom. That’s a good thing | Fortune
For all the handwringing about an “AI-fueled decline in learning,” teenagers may actually understand the stakes better than adults think.
fortune.com
December 26, 2025 at 12:37 AM
Gen Z is on the fence about AI in the classroom. That’s a good thing | Fortune fortune.com/2025/12/18/g...
Great checklist for vetting and reviewing AI apps.
AI in Education: Negotiating for Our Future - A Checklist for K12 Districts www.aipolicylab.org/post/ai-in-e...
AI in Education: Negotiating for Our Future - A Checklist for K12 Districts www.aipolicylab.org/post/ai-in-e...
AI in Education: Negotiating for Our Future - A Checklist for K12 Districts
Considerations for the School Districts in Considering Large Scale AI Model DealsAs Artificial Intelligence (AI) and frontier AI models rapidly reshape the educational landscape, school systems face…
www.aipolicylab.org
December 25, 2025 at 7:31 PM
Great checklist for vetting and reviewing AI apps.
AI in Education: Negotiating for Our Future - A Checklist for K12 Districts www.aipolicylab.org/post/ai-in-e...
AI in Education: Negotiating for Our Future - A Checklist for K12 Districts www.aipolicylab.org/post/ai-in-e...
Building a Classroom Culture That Lasts www.ascd.org/blogs/buildi...
December 25, 2025 at 3:43 PM
Building a Classroom Culture That Lasts www.ascd.org/blogs/buildi...
The Role of Mentorship in Teacher Retention www.ascd.org/blogs/the-ro...
December 25, 2025 at 4:03 AM
The Role of Mentorship in Teacher Retention www.ascd.org/blogs/the-ro...
Rethinking What We Choose to Measure in Schools - EdSurge News www.edsurge.com/news/2025-12...
December 25, 2025 at 12:37 AM
Rethinking What We Choose to Measure in Schools - EdSurge News www.edsurge.com/news/2025-12...
Schools Turn to AI Translation Tools to Support English Learners
- EdSurge News www.edsurge.com/news/2025-11...
- EdSurge News www.edsurge.com/news/2025-11...
December 24, 2025 at 7:31 PM
Schools Turn to AI Translation Tools to Support English Learners
- EdSurge News www.edsurge.com/news/2025-11...
- EdSurge News www.edsurge.com/news/2025-11...
5 Ways to Build Critical Literacy in the Age of AI www.edutopia.org/article/teac...
December 24, 2025 at 3:43 PM
5 Ways to Build Critical Literacy in the Age of AI www.edutopia.org/article/teac...
Addressing Chronic Absenteeism in Elementary School www.edutopia.org/article/addr...
December 24, 2025 at 4:03 AM
Addressing Chronic Absenteeism in Elementary School www.edutopia.org/article/addr...