Unpacking Education & Tech Talk For Teachers

In today’s episode, we'll explore the unique capabilities of Claude 2—a generative artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot developed by Anthropic—and consider several practical uses for educators. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In this episode, we are joined by Erin Rehnblom, a first grade teacher at Prairie View Elementary School in Otsego, Minnesota. Erin discusses strategies and benefits for integrating technology with her first grade students. Her enthusiasm for technology integration and her love for her students is infectious. Regardless of the grade level that you teach, you will be able to find inspiration from E...

In today’s episode, we'll review features of a writing assistant with artificial intelligence (AI), Grammarly, as well as its new AI tool, GrammarlyGO. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In this episode, Julie York, a high school teacher from South Portland, Maine, helps us unpack the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence (AI) in the secondary classroom. Our conversation focuses on the current state of AI in schools, challenges being faced, and new opportunities moving forward. Together, we also tackle some action steps that can help guide schools as they navigate this...

In today’s episode, we'll explore MagicSchool, an example of an artificial intelligence (AI) tool specifically created to help educators save time. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In this episode, we are joined by Stephanie Espy, founder of MathSP, cofounder of Knowledge for College, and author and Executive Director of STEM Gems. Stephanie helps us explore pathways that can lead students to careers in STEM fields, including strategies for exposing these opportunities to students who might otherwise not know about them. While our conversation is about STEM-related careers,...

In today’s episode, we'll review four of the AI image generation tools found in Adobe Firefly. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In today’s episode, we'll explore the features and creative options available using Canva, a multimedia production tool. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

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In today’s episode, we'll review Khan Academy's artificially intelligent personal tutor and teaching assistant, Khanmigo. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In this episode, we talk about the importance of community building in our classrooms, schools, and communities. The Unpacking Education hosts take turns sharing strategies that have been successful for them and for colleagues who they’ve worked with over the years. Tune in and fill your tool kit with a long list of ideas that you can implement today. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In today’s episode, we'll explore five ways that teachers can begin the journey of preparing students for an AI-infused world and workforce. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

In this episode, we are joined by Wren Hoffman, Professional Development Lead at the AI Education Project, aiEDU. Wren helps provide a better understanding of artificial intelligence (AI) and how it's shaping our daily lives. She also outlines the many free resources offered by aiEDU, including a collection of engaging 5-minute AI snapshot activities, a project dashboard filled with full less...

In today’s episode, you'll discover 10 tips for improving the prompts you use with generative AI chatbots. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

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In today’s episode, we clarify what artificial intelligence (AI) is, how it appears in our daily lives, and how generative AI tools like ChatGPT have changed the game. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

This episode is Part IV of a four-part series featuring educator voices from the 2022 AVID National Conference . Each episode features interviews with teachers and school leaders. In this episode, educators share what it takes to help students succeed. Specifically, our guests talk about how we can help students pave their path forward toward personal, academic, and career success.   Throughout th...

In today’s episode, we'll review Flippity, a free website offering 28 different learning activity templates that you can use in your classroom. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

This episode is Part III of a four-part series featuring educator voices from the 2022 AVID National Conference . Each episode features interviews with teachers and school leaders. In this episode, educators share what it takes to help students succeed. Specifically, our guests talk about strategies to engage and empower their students. In almost every response, building relational capacity is men...

In today’s episode, we'll explore eight ways that you can build a strong foundation of technology skills and procedures to begin the school year. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

This episode is Part II of a four-part series featuring educator voices from the 2022 AVID National Conference . Each episode features interviews with teachers and school leaders. In this episode, our educator guests share their favorite AVID teaching and learning strategies. Their insights are both inspirational and practical. One thing you will likely notice when listening to the guests featured...

In today’s episode, we'll review three strategies for helping students build confidence in your classroom. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

This episode is Part I of a four-part series featuring educator voices from the 2022 AVID National Conference . Each episode features interviews with teachers and school leaders. In this episode, our educator guests share strategies and rationale for creating relational capacity in their classrooms and schools. In fact, as Rena, Winston, and Paul interviewed teachers and school leaders at the AVID...

In today’s episode, we'll review three ways that educators can begin to use AI chatbots—like ChatGPT, Microsoft Bing Chat, and Google Bard—to help save time. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

This episode was recorded live at the AVID National Conference in Orlando, Florida, on December 9, 2022. It was part of the General Session that took place on the second day of the conference. In this episode, we feature four AVID alumni: Grace Campbell, Mildred Medina, Isaiah Walker, and Muhammad Kara. These former students joined us to share their inspirational success stories. They are amazing,...