Exploring the Future of Education

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A new chapter for Kami and Book Creator Today, I’m excited to share that Book Creator has joined the Kami family.  This is a milestone for both of our teams, but most importantly, for the millions of teachers and students who rely on our tools every day. Kami and Book Creator have always stood for…

Education has long been one of humanity’s defining endeavors. More than 2,300 years ago, the Ancient Greeks established the Academy in Athens - a place where inquiry, debate, and mentorship laid the groundwork for modern learning. The Romans later developed formal schooling systems aimed at preparing citizens for civic responsibilities. Similarly, in the Middle East,…

The recent Executive Order by President Trump entitled, “Advancing artificial intelligence education for American youth” represents an historic shift in America’s education priorities.  It comes at a time when Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping the global economy, driving innovation, and transforming how societies function. For America’s future workforce - i.e. the country’s student population…

As technology evolves, so do the tools that educators rely on. One tool that has evolved significantly is Kami, our all-in-one digital learning platform. Despite incredible functionality, some people still believe that Kami requires a Chrome app to work effectively. This misconception stems from the fact that Kami did have a Chrome app in the…

The debate around screen time and its impact on children is not new. From parents to educators, concerns about the harmful effects of excessive screen time have taken center stage for years. While this concern is valid, it often lacks nuance. The real issue isn't screen time per se, but rather uncontrolled or unstructured screen…

In the ever-evolving landscape of education, the concept of equity is a critical imperative. Ensuring equitable learning opportunities for every student is at the heart of fostering inclusive, thriving educational systems.  In 2025, district administrators and school leaders must be more aware than ever of the barriers that hinder learning and the strategies that can…

In recent years, AI has become an increasingly common feature in K-12 education, but not without stirring debate. Many parents, educators, and even policymakers express concerns about the potential dangers of using AI in classrooms. These concerns often center on the unknowns of AI technology, as well as its ethical implications, safety issues, and accuracy.…

Fond du Lac School District, WisconsinStudent enrollment: 6,400+ | Schools: 14 | Grades: 4K through 12Gina Marchionda, Instructional Technology Coach Meeting the needs of a diverse district Fond du Lac School District serves a diverse student population with a wide range of learning needs. While every student has access to a device, the digital learning…

Teachers know that comprehension is the gateway to learning. Yet in classrooms where every student brings a different level of readiness, language ability, or learning need, ensuring everyone truly understands the content can be one of the biggest challenges educators face. Our latest release is designed to meet that challenge head-on. At its core is…

Seven hands-on STEM activities for middle school, aligned to NGSS engineering design, using materials most classrooms already have.

A research-backed look at how digital tools are (and aren’t) supporting our most vulnerable learners Following hot-on-the-heels of our recent ‘Educator insights survey’, I’m delighted to share our latest research: a deep-dive into educators’ perspectives about SPED and ELL tech.  In early 2025, we surveyed 469 K–12 educators across the U.S. and more than 50…