South Carolina Department of Education deploys new digital mapping technology to all K-12 public schools

School board recognizes teacher for AI literacy research

Alease Carrick, a third-grade teacher at Oakboro Choice STEM School, was honored by the Stanly County Board of Education for her selection to the AI by 8 fellowship, a statewide initiative aimed at integrating AI literacy into early education. As one of only eight teachers chosen across North Carolina, Carrick will help design lesson plans that introduce AI concepts to young learners through literacy standards, focusing on creativity and critical thinking without relying on technology.

What Happens When Universities Offer a “Critical Embrace” of AI?

Boston University has introduced TerrierGPT, an AI-powered chat platform, to provide students with access to generative AI models, sparking mixed reactions among students and faculty. While some see it as a necessary tool for modern education, others express concerns about over-reliance on AI, potential academic dishonesty, and the impact on creative and critical thinking skills.

SETDA: AI Beats Cybersecurity as Top State Ed-Tech Priority

8 AI Research Papers Published In 2025 That Every Educator Should Read

Future of EdTech: Key Trends & Expert Insights

Educational technology (EdTech) is revolutionizing education by making learning more accessible, engaging, and effective through tools like AI-powered tutoring and virtual reality. Despite challenges such as ensuring equitable access and safeguarding data, EdTech continues to innovate, offering flexible and personalized learning experiences that prepare individuals for a changing world.

AI Surpasses Cybersecurity in State Education Leader Priority List

According to the 2025 State EdTech Trends report by SETDA, artificial intelligence has become the top priority for state education leaders, surpassing cybersecurity, which remains a significant concern with steady interest but insufficient funding. The report highlights the need for continued investment in education technology infrastructure, including both AI and cybersecurity, to ensure safe and secure learning environments for students.

What Does Industry Research Say About K–12 Funding and Leadership?

The educational technology sector is navigating challenges such as uncertain funding, cybersecurity concerns, and the integration of emerging technologies like AI, with organizations like CoSN and SETDA tracking these trends and advocating for strategic investments. As federal support shifts to states, districts must be proactive in leveraging multiple funding sources and collaborating with technology leaders like CDW to optimize their digital ecosystems and prioritize cybersecurity spending.

Tech Trends 2026

Deloitte's research emphasizes the urgent need for organizations to transition from AI experimentation to impactful implementation, highlighting the rapid adoption and compounding innovation in the technology sector. The report stresses the importance of redesigning processes rather than merely automating them, as traditional infrastructures are inadequate for AI's demands, and organizations must adapt to continuous learning and strategic hybrid models to stay competitive.

Google's year in review: 8 areas with research breakthroughs in 2025

In 2025, Google achieved significant AI research breakthroughs with models like Gemini 3 and Gemma 3, enhancing AI's reasoning, multimodality, and efficiency, which led to new products and features across its portfolio. These advancements have not only transformed Google's products but also contributed to scientific progress and global challenges, with a strong focus on responsible AI development and collaboration.

Speech recognition tools for veterinary case learning: enhancing veterinary education with smartphone-based transcription and AI Summarization — a comparative study of workflow and usability

The study compared the effectiveness of iPhone-native transcription and OpenAI's Whisper ASR model in veterinary ophthalmology education, finding that iPhone transcription outperformed Whisper in readability, technical accuracy, and clinical flow. AI-assisted SOAP-format summarization improved clarity and perceived learning value, and the integration of smartphone transcription and LLM summarization was deemed practical and effective for veterinary education, though human supervision remains essential for clinical use.