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MESD Digital Learning News

May 2024

MESD Digital LearningNewsMay 2024

Welcome!

Welcome to the MESD Digital Learning Newsletter! This monthly newsletter includes resources and information to support digital learning in the classroom to empower students to become active critical thinkers, creators and responsible digital citizens.


This month's newsletter includes:

  • AI Empowered EDU Conference: Registration Closed
  • Day of AI: May 13th
  • May 3rd: Freedom to Learn Day
  • Article: Getting Students to Read Digital Text More Deeply
  • Monthly UDL Resources
  • AI Resources
  • Monthly Tech Highlight: Microsoft Designer


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AI Empowered EDU Conference-Build Your Schedule AI Empowered EDU Conference-Build Your Schedule

Registration for our AI Empowered EDU Conference has reached capacity. We look forward to learning alongside those of you who are able to attend. Please use the link below to see the full list of presenters and build your schedule for the day.

AI EMPOWERED EDU Schedule

AI EMPOWERED EDU Schedule

See the full schedule of events happening May 14 - 14, 2024 and explore the directory of Speakers & Attendees.

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Day of AI: May 13th Day of AI: May 13th

Day of AI

Day of AI

Day of AI offers a full school day's worth of curriculum and activities for elementary, middle school, and high school students. The program is completely free and accessible to students and teachers of all backgrounds and abilities. No technology or coding experience needed!

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Curriculum - Day of AI

We support teachers and educators to run Day of AI activities in their classrooms through curriculum packages and teacher trainings, all of which are available at no cost to participants.

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Day of AI Intro Reel

Freedom to Learn National Day of Action: May 3rd Freedom to Learn National Day of Action: May 3rd

Freedom To Read, Freedom To Learn

Freedom To Read, Freedom To Learn

These resources, including specific calls to action, can help families advocate for the freedom to obtain an honest and inclusive education in their communities and in schools.

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Article: Getting Students to Read Digital Text More Deeply Article: Getting Students to Read Digital Text More Deeply

Getting Students to Read Digital Texts More Deeply

Getting Students to Read Digital Texts More Deeply

Since so much of what students read is presented onscreen, it's important to ensure that they slow down and really engage with the content.

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Article: Yes, Your School Librarian Can Do That (and More) Article: Yes, Your School Librarian Can Do That (and More)

Yes, Your School Librarian Can Do That (and More)

Yes, Your School Librarian Can Do That (and More)

A certified school librarian can make teachers' work easier, more efficient, and more effective. So why doesn't every school have one?

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Monthly UDL Resources Monthly UDL Resources

Using AI to Enhance Universal Design for Learning

Using AI to Enhance Universal Design for Learning

Generative AI can make educational content and instruction more accessible, helping teachers meet a breadth of student needs.

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10 Assessments of Learning (Bergman, 2024).pdf

10 Assessments of Learning (Bergman, 2024).pdf

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udl lesson planning flowchart

AI Resources AI Resources

Generative AI for Educators - Grow with Google

Generative AI for Educators - Grow with Google

Learn AI skills with Google Generative AI for Educators. Save time, personalize instruction, and enhance lessons, no previous experience required.

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Rubric for Evaluating AI Tools in Education

Rubric for Evaluating AI Tools in Education

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AI Assessment Scale

Monthly Tech Highlight: Microsoft Designer Monthly Tech Highlight: Microsoft Designer

Microsoft Designer - Stunning designs in a flash

Microsoft Designer - Stunning designs in a flash

A graphic design app that helps you create professional quality social media posts, invitations, digital postcards, graphics, and more. Start with your idea and create something unique for you.

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Microsoft Designer

MESD Upcoming Professional Development MESD Upcoming Professional Development

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