March 2025

We are looking for AI Designers and Creators who are solving real world problems as they engage with Generative AI tools. If you are interested in creating a project that exemplifies creativity, purposeful design and inclusivity, we’re looking for you!

The top three teams will be flown to San Antonio to present at ISTELive25. Don't miss out on your chance to make your mark as a digital creator and experience the vibrant community in San Antonio!

Download the Challenge Overview PDF

Double Your Impact. Transform Education.

Join OKSTE at ASCD’s Annual Conference and ISTELive25 in San Antonio, June 29-July 2, 2025. One registration unlocks access to both conferences, featuring over 1,000 learning experiences on innovative teaching and leadership by educators from Oklahoma and around the world. Details at https://iste-ascd.org/events 

Helping Students Navigate New Technology Responsibly

By giving students a safe way to explore using AI chatbots in the classroom, teachers can help them sharpen their digital literacy and critical thinking skills. 

Edutopia

What's the Best Way to Tell if an EdTech Product Works? Science of Learning Can Help

Kucirkova: Instead of debating randomized controlled trials versus co-design, it's time to completely rethink the way these tools are assesses. 

Natalia Kucirkova, THE 74

Copyright Clearance Center

Download the Copyright Essentials for K-12 Tip Sheet

AI Privacy and Safety Checks 

At a recent Interstate AI Collaborative meeting, the Michigan Department of Education shared a document showing how one Michigan school district has vetted various AI tools. 

Make time in your schedule OKSTE 2025:

November 5th & 6th, 2025 at the Arvest Convention Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma

AI Family Guides

The Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE) has created user-friendly guides to help families navigate the evolving landscape of Artificial Intelligence (AI). As AI becomes increasingly prevalent in our daily lives, it is essential for families to understand its potential impact and how to use it responsibly. These printable resources offer valuable information and practice tips on how to support children's' understanding and ethical use of AI at home. 

These guides can be accessed on the OSDE's Education Technology webpage in both English and Spanish. Guides in Vietnamese and Marshallese are available upon request via emailing Karen.Leonard@sde.ok.gov.

Dr. Karen Leonard, OKLAHOME STATE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Smart Cell Phone Policies That Work for Schools and Students

A student pulls out their phone in class--are they checking an assignment or texting a friend? This dilemma plays out daily in schools, fueling debates on whether phones are distractions or indispensable tools. 

Dr. Bruce Ellis, TCEA TECHNOTES
 

How Playing Minecraft Can Help Students Learn Coding Skills

Gamifying learning is all the rage these days, especially when it comes to ed-tech platforms. But the effect that approach has on learning can range significantly, experts say. 

Alyson Klein,  EDUCATION WEEK

The Oklahoma State Department of Education is offering a series of training sessions on Artificial Intelligence (AI) during the spring semester. These virtual sessions are designed to help educators understand how to effectively integrate AI into their teaching practices and classroom activities. Each event focuses on practical strategies and tools that can enhance learning experiences. Each session will run from 6:00-7:00 PM. To participate, you can register for individual sessions using the links provided below. 

All past sessions have been recorded and are accessible using the links below: