Hands-on. Practical. Grounded in real teaching. by Michael Mino Educators are being inundated with AI training — but much of it doesn’t translate into real classroom impact. Too often, these experiences rely on passive formats of video lectures or slide decks that leave teachers asking: Now what? So, what does
Why human-centered AI leadership matters for teaching, learning, and the future of education. Artificial intelligence is no longer a distant concept for education. In fact, many students are already experimenting with AI tools as they research, write, and create—often outside the classroom as much as inside it. For educators, that
Finding a Third Path for Schools by Eileen Wedegartner Artificial intelligence has already entered classrooms and workplaces, whether schools feel ready or not. The real question is not whether educators should respond — but how. Instead of banning AI or embracing it blindly, schools can take a third path: teaching
What schools can do now to support performance and accountability by Joan Reissman The ELA MCAS testing window opens March 23 (grades 3–8) and March 24 (grade 10). Graduation requirements may have changed — but MCAS still matters. Why MCAS Still Matters MCAS scores remain a major factor in how
An on-the-ground reflection on education, unemployment, and the enduring influence of Ubuntu in South Africa. by Greg Cunningham The Uneven Pace of Social Progress Shaping the Future of South Africa It’s easy to think that when the social agenda progresses in the United States, it also progresses across the world.
by Gary Kaplan The twilight of the year is a traditional time of reflection. This year’s twilight falls at a pivotal moment, when the new technology of AI is disrupting every sector of the economy. Within that general disruption, the suspension of the MCAS graduation requirement has cast a pall of
with Gary Kaplan, Eileen Wedegartner, and Michael Mino, with an introduction by Greg Cunningham In our latest episode of the JFY Podcast, we look at how AI can enhance teaching and learning in practical, real-world ways. Exciting information about JFY’s upcoming professional development courses and AI tools are detailed in this podcast
As we observe Veterans Day, we honor those who have served — and the families who carry their stories forward. In this encore post, JFYNetWorks staff share personal reflections on the veterans in their lives and the values their service inspires Veterans on Both Sides Cathie Maglio My family, on both
MassCUE conference shows where ed tech is heading by Greg Cunningham JFYNetWorks was once again a strong participant at the 2025 MassCUE conference at Gillette Stadium October 15 and 16. With over 2000 educators and vendors attending, Foxborough was the place to be for anyone interested in the rapidly evolving
What the Numbers Still Tell Us by Joan Reissman The Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) has been central to school, district and student accountability since 1998. In 2024, a referendum ended the requirement that students pass 10th grade MCAS exams to earn a high school diploma. But though no longer
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