Teacher Roundup 01.22.24

PEDAGOGY: I thought this post on inquiry vs direct instruction was very interesting, especially the way that framing the question affects the conclusions we draw. The tl;dr: there's no "right way" to teach, and the most effective way in your context is, well, specific to your context.

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AI ASSESSMENT: If you're a tech-forward teacher and interested in playing around with AI in your classroom, here's a review of the best AI quiz generators that may save you some time

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AI WRITING: Also on the AI front, here's a quick post about detecting AI writing without technology.

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EVEN MORE AI TUTORIALS: Google has a series of <1 minute videos on using AI in the classroom, if you're interested.

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MAPS: Social studies teachers may find some use of this interactive map of armed conflict around the globe.

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POLITICS / LEGAL: This article about a new Las Vegas ordinance that makes it illegal to stand still in certain places is just tailor made for a classroom discussion on <gestures vaguely in every direction>