Here in Pennsylvania, we’re taking action RIGHT NOW to help Pennsylvanians navigate AI and use it safely. We just launched a new AI Safety Toolkit with @padeptstate.bsky.social, the PA Department of Education, and @pahealthdept.bsky.social where you’ll find resources on:

New on the blog! 📝 We’re continuing our Nix the Tricks book study with Chapter 6. It's time to retire "cancel" and "change the sign" in favor of precise language and conceptual understanding. Read more: mathsational.blogspot.com/2026/03/nix-... #MTBoS #MathEd #NixTheTricks #EduSky

Worksheets have their place, but engagement happens when students do something with their learning. 💡 Read my new post on moving beyond worksheets and boosting classroom engagement: 🔗 jenabel.blogspot.com/2026/02/beyo... #EduSky

If you’re teaching with #OpenStax this semester, we’d love to know! It doesn’t matter if you’re using OpenStax as a required course material or an optional one — we want to hear from you! 👉 Let us know you're using OpenStax: https://ow.ly/a83Q50YfbYL#OpenStax #HigherEd #K12 #OER #EdTech #Spring

New Year, New Colour Tool for you data visualizers and maybe the odd designer obumbratta.com/colour

Alt text should be as long as it needs to be in order to effectively describe the content. In some cases, this will be a few phrases. In other cases, it will take a few more sentences. Aim to be as efficient as possible without leaving out key details.

Any Detroit area teachers out there who want to take your pick of a large collection of office supplies? DM me for details ASAP if you’re at all interested.

Google Gemini is FREE for college students gemini.google/students If you know a college student sent them this link. #EduSky

Was looking for educators to follow on blue sky. Found a long list from a starter pack but when I checked their profiles, most of these people on #edusky had not posted in over a year. I teach statistics and make educational games. If you're in #mathed or #socialstudies , hit me up

🎬 Filmmakers! The Internet Archive’s 2026 Public Domain Day Remix Contest is open! 🎥 Create a 2–3 minute short film using at least 1 piece of public domain material from 1930. 🎶🎭📚 📆 Deadline: January 7, 2026 💰 First prize: $1,500 ℹ️ Details 👉 blog.archive.org/2025/12/01/2... #publicdomain #contest

Needing blue sky networking help: I am looking for someone with familiarity in Immigration Law who might be willing to talk with me and help me understand the system a bit. In particular I am in need of advocacy advice for a detained family friend. (South Florida specific would be ideal)

Templates could be designed and coded according to web accessibility standards, but this won't ensure that the final product would be accessible. Content creators still need to know about key accessibility concepts, including alt text, link text, and proper headings.

Ready to dive deeper into #NixTheTricks? 📚✨ My latest blog post explores Chapter 5: Number Systems. Read more: mathsational.blogspot.com/2025/12/nix-... #MTBoS #iTeachMath #EduSky

📣 New on the blog! 🚀 Shift the focus from grades to growth with a flexible self-assessment template you can use in any subject. Help students reflect, show evidence, and take ownership of learning. Check it out & boost student agency! 👇 jenabel.blogspot.com/2025/12/empo... #SelfAssessment #EduSky

When creating PDFs, avoid using "Print to PDF." A screen reader user may still be able to access the text of PDFs created this way, but heading structure, alternative text, and any other tag structure will be lost. Using "Save As" or "Export" can preserve these tags.

Reflecting on Ch 4 of #NixTheTricks: Geometry & Measurement! 📐 Are we relying too much on formulas? It’s time to focus on: Reasoning over recall. 🔹Precise vocabulary 🔹 Discovery before definitions. Read the full reflection: mathsational.blogspot.com/2025/12/nix-... #MathEd #MTBoS #EduSky #iTeachMath

I recently made a digital teacher resource about CODAP for a class assignment. Maybe you can use it! Download the PDF version with links here: bit.ly/CODAPHandout

Want smoother routines, fewer behavior hiccups, and more time for teaching? This blog post explores how AI can streamline classroom management, from scheduling and reminders to parent communication, so you can focus on connection and learning. #EdTech #EduSky jenabel.blogspot.com/2025/11/how-...

The weeks before break often shift the energy in any classroom. These Thanksgiving and gratitude activities help you guide that energy into structured writing, reflection, and creative challenges with minimal prep. See the link in the comments! #teacherlife #teachingideas #classroomreso

New book study reflection on Nix the Tricks Chapter 3 💡 Challenge math shortcuts like Flip & Multiply to build deep conceptual understanding. Let's focus on the math relationship! Read the full reflection here. mathsational.blogspot.com/2025/11/nix-... #MathEd #iTeachMath #MTBoS #EduSky

I know the #iTeachMath feed collects posts relating to maths education, but is there a feed more geared towards recreational maths?

For those curious about the "what counts as a professional degree" headlines lately, here are paywall-free links to some good explainers. The headlines come from changes in how much grad students can borrow through federal programs & how it will be repaid. #EduSky archive.ph/BGnhF archive.ph/aHm6U

Ready to transform your teaching workflow? 🚀 See how MagicSchool AI helps educators with lesson planning, differentiation, and communication, giving you more time to connect with students! Read more: jenabel.blogspot.com/2025/11/tran... #EdTech #AIinEducation #EduSky

Consistent layout makes websites easier to navigate and understand as it helps users learn what elements to expect and in what order. This is especially helpful to low vision users or blind users using a screen reader. It also helps those with cognitive and learning disabilities.

Rethink math shortcuts! 💭 Check out our takeaways from Chapter 2 of Nix the Tricks! ✏️ #BookStudy #MathEd #MTBoS #iTeachMath #EduSky mathsational.blogspot.com/2025/11/nix-...

@a11yawareness.bsky.social do you have/know of resources for math and science teachers trying to make their materials accessible? We are struggling with things like alt text that is detailed enough for a learner to answer questions (climate maps, complex graphs). 1/2

Templates could be designed and coded according to web accessibility standards, but this won't ensure that the final product would be accessible. Content creators still need to know about key accessibility concepts, including alt text, link text, and proper headings.

Registration is open for the Elementary & Secondary Technology Conference on Dec. 9 & 10. Join me for a day of learning about using tech to engage & build classroom communities #iu13EdTech

🚪✨ Ready to escape from static slides and worksheets? My latest Always Learning post explores how teachers can use generative AI to design immersive digital escape rooms that boost engagement and collaboration. Read more 👉 jenabel.blogspot.com/2025/11/tran... #EdTech #EduSky

Hey #mtbos #ITeachMath friends - @jedediyah.com and I will be hosting a free, @amplifyeducation.bsky.social webinar this Thursday evening on the basics of building an Amplify Classroom activity. We would love for you to join us! Here's the sign up link: amplify.com/event/intro-...

Hyperlink text should make sense when read out of context. Screen reader users can navigate from link to link, and can listen to links in a list. When navigating this way, only the link is read. So "click here" or "read more" won't make sense.

Think a #NoticeWonder shirt would be awesome? It could be a reality if you move fast! The store is open today through Nov 9. Hopefully enough styles, sizes, and colors to suit everyone. #ITeachMath #MTBoS

Who said math was scary? 👻 Face your fears and add your own animations to the Desghost in this graph: www.desmos.com/calculator/m... #iteachmath #mathsky

Does anyone know of a demo video for students aimed at teaching collaboration (vs cooperation)? I'm thinking productive group work, projects, etc. #EduSky #MTBoS #iTeachMath #EdTech #EduTech #ETCoaches

🎉 New blog alert! 🚀 "Synthetic Division, Nix the Tricks, and Conversations that Matter" Reflections on our Nix the Tricks book study. 👉 Read more: mathsational.blogspot.com/2025/10/synt... #MathEd #TeachingStrategies #KeepTheWhy #iTeachMath #MTBoS

Level up your student's language learning! Upper-level Spanish activities are now live in the Snorkl Library — designed to get students thinking and talking! 🗣️

The key takeaway: AI tools can generate custom listening content, scaffold comprehension tasks, and support accessibility. They help learners become more independent and give teachers powerful ways to create tailored resources quickly.

I'm teaching an *asynchronous* online Calc class in the Spring Semester. This is the first time I've taught in this manner. Any resources/blogs/videos/books/models or just plain ol' suggestions are very VERY welcome. #edusky #mathsky #iteachmath

New on the blog! 💡 Looking for ways to boost student engagement? Check out these practical strategies that help keep students active in learning. Read here 👉 jenabel.blogspot.com/2025/10/boos...

Looking to add a little structure to your classroom conversations? Check out this deck of talking chips, from educator Mrs. Brooks and inspired by Rigor Relevance training: #EduSky

When creating PDFs, avoid using "Print to PDF." A screen reader user may still be able to access the text of PDFs created this way, but heading structure, alternative text, and any other tag structure will be lost. Using "Save As" or "Export" can preserve these tags.

Math teachers, this one’s for you! 🙌 VoyageMath’s StepGuide helps students tackle tough problems step by step without just giving them the answer. Real learning. Real independence. 💡 #ad #MathEd #EduSky @voyagemath.bsky.social @wayground.bsky.social

📢 New on the blog: “Bridging the Gap: Building Math Confidence Through Equity and Vocabulary” 💬✨ Empower student agency, promote rich vocab, and boost confidence. Read it now: mathsational.blogspot.com/2025/10/bridging-gap-building-math-confidence.html #MTBoS #iTeachMath

When you make the pitch for accessibility, be prepared for pushback. There are several myths and misconceptions, so it's good to be aware of what they are and how to dispel them. a11ymyths.com

Check out this quick demo of @diffitapp.bsky.social a game-changing tool that lets you create differentiated learning resources in minutes. Perfect for teachers looking to save time and personalize instruction. Streamline your teaching. Watch the full video here: youtu.be/ReiVe4Bge-8?...

🚀 Unlock the full potential of Google Workspace in your classroom! From smart shortcuts in Docs to accessibility features like closed captions and Lexend fonts, discover tools that enhance learning and teaching. #EdTech Read it here: jenabel.blogspot.com/2025/10/unlo...

Some people have disabilities that are directly based on the way they understand and interpret numbers. In this post, Ricky Onsman explains some of these disabilities, who is affects and how, and what web creators can do about it. www.tpgi.com/making-numbe...

Hey friends! Little tech help, please? A highly specific ask. I understand that MathType equations in a Word document can be re-rendered in LaTeX in order to export for another medium (say google docs). But I don't have access to either Word or MathType.

People often ask what accessibility considerations to keep in mind when creating data visualizations. For guidance and advice, check out Sarah L. Fossheim's list of 10 things to do (or not do) when designing accessible data visualizations. fossheim.io/writing/post...

A transcript is the only way to make video or audio content accessible to someone who is both deaf and blind. Transcripts can be converted into braille, to be read on a refreshable braille output device.