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Simplon creates AI-powered tutors to assist students, enhancing learning experiences with AI integration and personalized support. #ai (9)

Simplon créé des tuteurs boostés à l’IA pour assister ses élèves
Depuis 2013, Simplon offre à tous les publics des formations interactives aux métiers de la Tech. À l’ère de l’intelligence artificielle, l’organisme de formation construit également des tuteurs « réflexifs » pour aider les apprenants à mieux se positionner dans leur parcours. Les éclairages de Mathieu Giannecchini, directeur général adjoint. Quelle est la mission de Simplon ? Simplon
edtechactu.com
March 6, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Acceptance crucial for mental health of LGBTQ+ youth, data shows. 40% considered suicide in 2024. States with supportive policies have lower rates of suicidal thoughts. #learning-impact (8)

Acceptance is Key to Mental Health for LGBTQ+ Youth, Data Shows - EdSurge News
The Trevor Project, a nonprofit focused on suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ youth, released a new report that gives a state-by-state look at mental health ...
www.edsurge.com
March 6, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Jane Erickson highlights the importance of virtual communities of practice for adult educators to navigate changes in the evolving world of work, including learner diversity, global perspectives, and digital literacy. #adult-learning (9)

Erickson: Adult educators must continuously reshape their professional identity
With rapid changes in modern workplaces, staying connected through virtual communities of practice is essential for maintaining professional relevance.
elmmagazine.eu
March 6, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Felice Frankel discusses the implications of generative AI on science visualization. She raises concerns about the ethics of AI-generated images and the need for clear standards. #ai (8)

3 Questions: Visualizing research in the age of AI
Science photographer Felice Frankel answers three questions about the implications of generative AI images when communicating science.
news.mit.edu
March 6, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Introducing AI to students with a 'Speed Dating' approach in a controlled environment. Students explore various AI tools in short intervals, learning safety and best practices. #ai (8)

Using AI “Speed Dating” to To Introduce AI in a Controlled Environment
Helping to ease students into using AI in a controlled environment can make for a smooth introduction to lifelong skills.
www.techlearning.com
March 6, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Join the 25th edition of the #RED25 conference in Montpellier on March 28 to explore AI's role in education. Learn about ethical, legal, and practical aspects of AI in teaching and discover innovative EdTech solutions. #ai (9)

Agenda – L’IA au cœur de la Journée Thématique #RED25
Le 28 mars de 8h30 à 16h, la 25e édition de la Journée thématique « Rencontres de l’enseignement à distance » ouvre ses portes à Montpellier sous le thème de l’intelligence artificielle. Organisée par la FIED (Fédération Interuniversitaire de l’Enseignement à Distance), cette journée sera l’occasion d’échanges sur les défis de l’intelligence artificielle dans l’enseignement supérieur. Responsables
edtechactu.com
March 3, 2025 at 8:13 AM
MIT & GlobalFoundries collaborate to advance AI chip research, aiming for power efficiencies in data centers & ultra-low power consumption in edge devices. #ai (9)

Collaborating to advance research and innovation on essential chips for AI
MIT Microsystems Technology Laboratories and GlobalFoundries announce a new research agreement to advance research and innovation on essential chips for AI, particularly in power consumption by data centers and edge devices.
news.mit.edu
March 1, 2025 at 8:58 AM
Discover innovations in K-12 education for 2025, including generative AI, analytics, untethered broadband, learner agency, and digital equity. #learning-impact (8)

How Innovations in K-12 Education Have Evolved Over the Years
CoSN identifies the areas where education can possibly make a difference in innovative technology in 2025
www.techlearning.com
March 1, 2025 at 8:58 AM
Aux États-Unis, une école en ligne utilise l'IA pour enseigner les matières de base, suscitant des débats sur la substitution des enseignants. #ai (8)

Aux États-Unis, l’intelligence artificielle remplace déjà les professeurs !
L’Unbound Academy, une école en ligne qui devrait ouvrir ses portes dans l’État d’Arizona à la rentrée 2025, inquiète la communauté éducative mondiale. Et pour cause : les élèves étudieront les matières de base en utilisant un tuteur d’apprentissage basé sur une IA. Que penser de ce phénomène ? L’IA pourrait-elle se substituer aux enseignants français ? L’intelligence
edtechactu.com
February 28, 2025 at 9:58 AM
Idaho is set to become the first state to eliminate child-to-staff ratios in child care, aiming to increase slots but sparking safety concerns. #general (7)

Idaho Moves to Deregulate Child Care in First-of-Its-Kind Legislation - EdSurge News
Idaho is poised to become the first state in the country to eliminate state-mandated child-to-staff ratios for early care and education settings, a ...
www.edsurge.com
February 28, 2025 at 9:58 AM
Scientists discover ancient RNA-guided system, TIGR, that can simplify gene editing therapies. It's compact, modular, and can target any DNA sequence without PAM requirements. #ai (9)

An ancient RNA-guided system could simplify delivery of gene editing therapies
MIT scientists have uncovered ancient systems with potential to expand the genome editing toolbox. These tandem interspaced guide RNA (TIGR) systems use RNA to guide them to specific sites on DNA.
news.mit.edu
February 28, 2025 at 9:58 AM
A high school teacher shares how AI can enhance learning, offering real-time feedback and improving assignments. However, he warns about over-reliance and excessive screen time. #ai (8)

One High School Teacher's Strategy For Using AI to Enhance Learning
Kevin Hudson has encouraged his students to use AI in specific ways, and he’s seen their assignments improve as a result.
www.techlearning.com
February 28, 2025 at 9:58 AM
Allianz uses podcasts to engage and train sales teams, with a 90% completion rate. Tootak Factory helps resurrect old content into engaging audio formats. #learning-impact (9)

Allianz choisit le podcast learning pour former ses commerciaux
Alors que 22 millions de Français écoutent des podcasts chaque mois selon Médiamétrie, l’audio est appelé à prendre de plus en plus d’ampleur dans les programmes de formation. Ce format permet l’immersion des apprenants et un meilleur engagement. Retours d’usage du groupe Allianz avec l’éditeur Tootak, à l’occasion de l’édition 2025 du Learning Technologies France.
edtechactu.com
February 27, 2025 at 12:29 PM
High school students fret over college costs, but these majors can earn $100K. Data shows maritime academies and STEM fields top the list. #strategy (7)

As Some High Schoolers Fret Over College Costs, These Majors Earn Students $100K - EdSurge News
As the newest crop of high school seniors decides on their college plans, a fresh batch of federal higher education data gives insight into which ...
www.edsurge.com
February 27, 2025 at 12:29 PM
High school teacher Kevin Hudson uses AI to enhance learning, providing instant feedback and improving student writing. He warns about over-reliance on AI and encourages critical use. #ai (8)

One High School Teachers’ Strategy For Using AI to Enhance Learning
Kevin Hudson has encouraged his students to use AI in specific ways, and he’s seen their assignments improve as a result.
www.techlearning.com
February 27, 2025 at 12:29 PM
Discover 5 innovative learning methods to try in 2025: Learning Expeditions, Challenge on the Field, Interactive Videos, Serious Games, & Simulations. #learning-impact (8)

Formation : 5 modalités innovantes à expérimenter en 2025
Dans son Guide des modalités pédagogiques 2025, l’EdTech Learn Assembly aborde les modalités à expérimenter pour réussir à engager, sur le long terme, des apprenants dans un parcours de formation. Voici notre Top 5. La « Learning Expedition » C’est un voyage d’études au cours duquel les participants rendent visite à des acteurs inspirants comme des entreprises,
edtechactu.com
February 26, 2025 at 2:21 PM
Why Blackness Matters in Early Childhood Development: Exploring and celebrating Black identity in young children to combat negative associations and build a strong sense of self. #learning-impact (7)

Why Blackness Matters in Early Childhood Development - EdSurge News
“Although I can discuss all of the ways that affirming Blackness is necessary within the early childhood setting, this is something that is under ...
www.edsurge.com
February 26, 2025 at 2:21 PM
StudySync: A comprehensive ELA resource for grades 6-12, offering 30 films, 500+ hours of audio, 2,000+ texts, and 20,000 lesson plans. Common Core-aligned and interactive, with original media and flexible lexile levels. #learning-impact (7)

StudySync: How to Use It to Teach
StudySync is an all-around ELA resource for grades 6-12
www.techlearning.com
February 26, 2025 at 2:21 PM
AI can help special needs students express themselves better. Teachers share insights on using simple tech and AI tools like CoughDrop for effective communication. #adult-learning (9)

How AI Can Help Special Needs Students Better Express Themselves
AI can help achieve a higher level of communication with your special needs students.
www.techlearning.com
February 26, 2025 at 2:21 PM
DeepSeek R1, a free, advanced AI model, is disrupting AI education. It's open-source, accessible, and has made cutting-edge models more widely available. Educators should experiment with it to improve teaching and research. #ai (9)

DeepSeek: Everything Educators Need to Know About The New AI Model
DeepSeek R1 is a new reasoning AI model that has made the next generation of AI tools more readily available to students and teachers.
www.techlearning.com
February 25, 2025 at 8:21 AM
The Logitech Reach is a versatile and high-quality camera for educators and content creators, combining a Logitech Streamcam with an articulating arm for smooth operation. It's ideal for in-person, remote teaching, and content creation. #content-creation-tools (8)

Educator Edtech Review: The Logitech Reach Is A Versatile and Quality Camera for Educators and Content Creators
The Logitech Reach is an easy-to-use, versatile articulating high-definition camera that adds versatility and creativity to teaching as well as content creation.
www.techlearning.com
February 25, 2025 at 8:21 AM
Discover DeepSeek R1, a free, powerful AI model transforming education. It's disrupting the AI industry by making advanced reasoning models accessible to all. Try it to improve teaching and research. #ai (9)

DeepSeek: Everything Educators Need to Know About The New AI Model
DeepSeek R1 is a new reasoning AI model that has made the next generation of AI tools more readily available to students and teachers.
www.techlearning.com
February 24, 2025 at 10:19 AM
The Logitech Reach is a versatile, high-quality camera for educators and content creators, combining a Logitech Streamcam with an articulating arm for smooth, flexible operation. It's ideal for in-person, remote teaching, and content creation. #content-creation-tools (9)

Educator Edtech Review: The Logitech Reach Is A Versatile and Quality Camera for Educators and Content Creators
The Logitech Reach is an easy-to-use, versatile articulating high-definition camera that adds versatility and creativity to teaching as well as content creation.
www.techlearning.com
February 24, 2025 at 10:19 AM
AI system FragFold predicts protein fragments that can bind to or inhibit a target, offering potential therapeutic applications and advancing biological research. Developed by MIT researchers, it leverages AlphaFold to predict fragment inhibitors with high accuracy. #ai (8)

AI system predicts protein fragments that can bind to or inhibit a target
FragFold, developed by MIT Biology researchers, is a computational method with potential for impact on biological research and therapeutic applications.
news.mit.edu
February 22, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Google's new AI tutor LearnLM is trained on learning science and outperforms other AI models like GPT-4o and Claude 3.5 in teaching tasks. It can create rubrics, plan lessons, and adapt to students' abilities. Free to use but requires credits. #ai (10)

Google’s New AI Tutor LearnLM Is Trained On Learning Science and It Shows
I tested Google LearnLM and it’s the best AI tool for teaching that I’ve seen.
www.techlearning.com
February 22, 2025 at 4:30 PM