EdTech in 5: Lindy Hoc’s Blog Summaries

AI Teaching Tools for Guarded and Personalized Learning

Not all AI tools belong in a classroom — but some are built specifically to keep teachers in control and students focused on learning. This episode breaks down 6 AI teaching tools with real guardrails and teacher dashboards, so you can harness AI's power without handing the wheel to your students. Check out the blog post here: https://www.lindyhoc.com/post/6-ai-teaching-tools-that-enhance-learning-and-keep-teachers-in-control [https://www.lindyhoc.com/post/6-ai-teaching-tools-that-enhance-learning-and-keep-teachers-in-control]

From AI Policing to Better Assessments

If AI can complete an assignment in seconds, the problem isn’t the tool. It’s the assessment. This episode explores AI-friendly assessment ideas that shift grading from “Did AI write this?” to “Do students truly understand?” with practical redesign strategies educators can use immediately. Check out the blog post here: https://www.lindyhoc.com/post/how-to-stop-ai-slop-25-ai-friendly-assessment-ideas-for-your-classroom

The Presidential AI Challenge for Students: What Educators Need to Know

This episode breaks down the Youth Tracks of the Presidential AI Challenge and what educators need to know to support student participation. It covers who the challenge is for, what students submit, how teams work, and practical ways educators can guide students without adding extra work. A helpful starting point for anyone supporting student learning around AI, creativity, and problem-solving. Check out the blog post here: https://www.lindyhoc.com/post/your-guide-to-helping-students-win-the-presidential-ai-challenge

13 Quick Activities to Have the AI Literacy Conversations

It's December. Students need movement. Teachers need something that works without extensive prep. Introducing 13 Days of AI Literacy Advent Calendar: an interactive resource with activities that take 5 minutes or less. Perfect for brain breaks, warm-ups, or surviving the final days before break. Check out the blog post here: https://www.lindyhoc.com/post/ai-literacy-advent-calendar-for-k-12-13-quick-activities-to-have-the-conversations

VR in your classroom? Start here.

Practical guide to immersive learning for educators. Explore VR, AR, and XR entry points for K-12 classrooms with budget-friendly tools. Check out the blog post here: https://www.lindyhoc.com/post/your-vr-ar-entry-point-immersive-learning-for-educators