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LANSING, Mich. — This summer, educators and innovators from across Michigan are invited to gather for the fourth annual Michigan EdTech Innovation Bootcamp and pitch contest, where participants will develop their skills, ideas, and classroom...

LANSING, Mich. — This summer, educators and innovators from across Michigan are invited to gather for the fourth annual Michigan EdTech Innovation Bootcamp and pitch contest, where participants will develop their skills, ideas, and classroom...

LANSING, Mich. – To celebrate National AI Literacy Day, Michigan Virtual is hosting an online webinar on Friday, March 28 at 11 a.m. for educators and parents to learn more about how to navigate the...

LANSING, Mich. — Michigan Virtual has partnered with TRAILS (Transforming Research into Action to Improve the Lives of Students) to expand its Michigan Cares support menu for schools statewide. This collaboration, which began in December...

Michigan Virtual unveils bold 2025-2030 Strategic Plan for transforming education LANSING, Mich. – Michigan Virtual, a leader in learning innovations, is sharing key tips for educators and schools to build off its new 2025-2030 Strategic...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Cindy Gardner of Albion, Michigan, was named the 2024 Online Mentor of the Year – a distinction given to a Michigan Virtual mentor who has demonstrated excellence in teaching and enhanced...

Contest enters third successful year of fostering innovation in virtual learning spaces LANSING, Mich. — Five Michiganders participated in the Michigan EdTech Innovation Pitch Contest. Each of the finalists advanced to a pitch presentation on...

LANSING, Mich. – A recent study conducted by Michigan Virtual has shed light on how K-12 students are using artificial intelligence (AI) tools in online learning courses. The research, which analyzed data from over 2,000...

Enrollment for online summer programming is available now. Lansing, Mich. – Michigan parents are encouraged to unlock a summer of limitless learning with Michigan Virtual’s variety of online course offerings. With flexible scheduling, personalized support,...

LANSING, MICH. – To celebrate National AI Literacy Day, Michigan Virtual is hosting an online webinar on Friday, April 19 at 11 a.m. for educators and parents to learn more about how to navigate the...

Written by Nadia Tamez-Robledo; originally published at https://www.edsurge.com/news/2024-04-10-ai-guidelines-for-k-12-aim-to-bring-order-to-the-wild-west. Education has had a wobbly relationship with the still-evolving presence of generative AI in schools — with some school districts banning it only to reverse course. It can...

Alongside statewide education partners, Michigan Virtual is today releasing a sample K-12 AI Guidance document that specifically addresses educators’ approach to AI use....

LANSING, Mich. – Education researcher Nikolas McGehee, PhD. with Michigan Virtual has recently completed a groundbreaking study about artificial intelligence (AI) technology’s application within the classroom setting, with implications for how Michigan teachers can use...

LANSING, Mich. – As school districts throughout the state are beginning to harness the power of AI tools to create greater equity and transform teaching, Michigan Virtual is excited to announce the creation of a...

LANSING, Mich. — Michigan Virtual is proud to announce the appointment of three new, distinguished leaders who have been elected to serve three-year terms on the Board of Directors. These esteemed professionals bring a wealth...