Exploring the Future of Education

Kami Connect Speaker Sessions | Lilly Jensby I’m a firm believer in encouraging students to develop a sustained interest in STEM fields from an early age. So we’re going to take a look into how Kami can enhance the learning experience for students, particularly in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and math! Our goal…

Kami Connect Speaker Sessions | Ben Sondgeroth 21st-century classrooms allow students to learn and express themselves in ways they never could’ve imagined, or as we like to call it – voice and choice. With tech and connectivity comes endless amounts of information in endless forms.  It’s an overwhelming thought to wrangle, but with the right…

Kami Connect Keynote Sessions | Jere Chang This back to school season is different than any other, because for most of us, it’s the first time in over a year we’re back in the classroom, and that comes with new challenges. I really wanted to find ways to inspire you teachers who are watching or…

What a year it has been! School buildings shut down amid a global pandemic, which forced educators to quickly pivot to flexible learning environments, curriculum, materials, and assessments. Online learning became a reality for schools across the globe. The inequities of providing meaningful access to the internet, to technology, to curriculum shone a necessary light…

On May 25, 2018, the European Union began enforcing the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), in an effort to strengthen the security and protection of the personal data of EU residents. In 2020, the EU invalidated the EU-US PrivacyShield as a means of providing the ‘Appropriate Safeguards’ that are prescribed by the GDPR. Kami is…

No matter how much our classrooms become inundated with technology, there will always be teachable moments that take place at the chalkboard. This “ready to write” space gives both teachers and students the ability to instantly express, erase, and then express again. But, what happens when the classroom is virtual, and the online students can’t…

Kami is a fantastic tool for all learners and has many features designed to accommodate our learners who may need extra support. Let’s explore four amazing ways that Kami can support students who need accommodations with their assessments. Assessments can be read to students using the Text to Speech tool In a remote learning environment,…

As the semester nears its end, teachers are beginning to look for ways to assess what students have learned throughout their class. These semester-end assessments often take the form of multiple-choice questions or true/false questions. While those traditional question types give teachers some insight into what students have learned, they often do not tell the…

When thinking about the teaching of Gemara and Jewish studies, it's likely that your mind doesn’t immediately leap to cutting edge edtech. For the study and contemplation of such ancient and sacred texts more traditional modes of study spring to mind. But as the world moves online, technology is increasingly being utilized by innovative Rabbis…

The first day of school sets the tone for the entire academic year, and each year's reentry presents its own particular challenges. Meeting your new class for the first time is about so much more than making a good first impression: As an educator, you play a vital role in making this back-to-school experience as…

Kami is and will always be available to use free of charge. Our free accounts don't require a credit card for sign-up and the service is a totally ad-free. Signing up is quick and easy! To get started, go to web.kamiapp.com, or download the Chrome extension here. What does the free basic plan include? Kami’s…

Assessments come round every year, and it’s not just the students that need to prepare. Materials, assessment formats, practice quizzes, and efficient grading methods all have to be sussed out along the way. Here’s how Kami can help you out this assessment season.  How can you use Kami for assessments? Kami is primarily an educational…