Integrating edtech into K-12 schools has become increasingly vital for enhancing the learning experience. But how do you know if the edtech you’re considering is right for your students, fits with your curriculum, and helps achieve your school’s learning goals? One effective approach to ensure the successful implementation of new technologies is through piloting. The start of the school year is no time to try to implement new edtech, however. Conducting EdTech pilots during the summer offers unique advantages for teachers and school administrators, including:

AI in K-12 schools can be a contentious issue depending on who you talk to. But AI is transforming everything about our world, and it’s important to find ways to not only incorporate AI in K-12 schools but to also ensure that students understand the role of AI and the technology behind it. In this way, students will be better prepared for 21^st century careers, most of which will require some kind of AI knowledge or the capability of working in an AI-driven environment.

The needs of the workforce have changed drastically in the past decade, and schools are seeking college and career readiness (CCR) and career and technical education (CTE) solutions to help give students an advantage. Luckily, there are many different CCR and CTE options available to help prepare students for the future. From the soft skills they need to cope with drastic change to integrating edtech into the classroom, the future of learning is filled with opportunity.

Are soft skills the future?

We’re in the midst of an educational revolution that will only continue to change more rapidly with advancements in technology. For example, just a decade ago, most schools only used about 30 edtech solutions to help deliver their curriculum. Today, schools are accessing around 2,500 edtech apps.