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The emergence of AI in the realm of emergency and security studies is marking an evolution of unprecedented scale, and this year’s GSX trade show put that all on display. Gone are the days when management in these areas relied solely on manual operations and traditional intellectual rigor. Today’s technologies, like AI-enabled security…
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Aspiring HVAC Technicians Today Need Tech Skills As Much As Hands-On Abilities
Smart homes and intelligent building systems are not only reshaping how we interact with our environments, but are also fundamentally altering the skill set required to maintain them. Once upon a time, HVAC technicians were chiefly concerned with hands-on capabilities and a working knowledge of basic refrigeration cycles. Fast forward to today, the age…
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Even With Some Cons, AI Should Still Be Used to Empower Students in the Classrooms
The aim to empower students in this digital age has revolutionized how education is both delivered and received, with artificial intelligence (AI) at the forefront of this transformation. AI in the classroom presents an exciting opportunity, but it’s not just about using it as a tool; it’s equally about understanding its workings, strengths, and…
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Student Achievement Executive Functioning
As the 2023-2024 academic season begins, educators, researchers, and parents are scratching their heads about a troubling trend: a continued slide in academic achievement. While many point to the pandemic as the culprit, a deeper, less-visible issue may be at play. Educational researchers have shown that a student’s executive functioning–their ability to plan, focus, and…
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Saving Young Lives: School’s Role In Youth Suicide Prevention
The rise in adolescent suicides is an alarming trend, gaining global attention in recent years. Youth and young adults ages 10-24 comprise 15% of suicide deaths in the United States and are the second leading cause of death amongst this age group. Amidst these grim statistics, the essential role of educational institutions in youth…
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Best Practice Student Scholars
Optometry students should apply to CooperVision’s Best Practice program to gain invaluable industry insights, mentorship, and networking opportunities. Enhance your skills, learn from experts, and stay ahead in a competitive field. Unlock your potential, build a strong foundation, and pave the way for a successful career in optometry.
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Voices of eLearning: Modern Classrooms Project
A teacher’s job can be a hard one, and that is especially true when the tools at their disposal are not improving the classroom. The struggle of keeping students engaged and having them actually learn something is on-going, but various solutions exist. And one non-profit—Modern Classrooms Project—has found a unique solution to improving the work…