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25 Playful Ways You Might Explore AI This Summer

A Curious Teacher’s Guide to a Fun Summer Summer is a time for resting, recharging… and maybe playing around with that AI tool you didn’t quite have time for during the school year. This is your permission slip to treat AI like a sandbox this summer. Try new things. Build your AI confidence. Use it…

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The Semiconductor Industry for Silicon Valley Educators & Students

The semiconductor industry has become increasingly important in our daily lives, with chips powering everything from smartphones to smart home devices to cars. As we become more reliant on technology, it’s important to educate the next generation of engineers and scientists who will drive innovation in this industry. This is why the Krause Center for…

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Krause Center for Innovation hosts inaugural California Adobe Creativity Institute for Coaches and Leaders

Los Altos Hills, California – The Krause Center for Innovation (KCI) proudly hosted the first-ever California Adobe Creativity Institute for Coaches and Leaders, held on Saturday, February 25. This groundbreaking event was organized in partnership with the Adobe for Education team and attracted dozens of educators from across the state. During this full-day event, attendees…

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Tour the MakeSpace at the Krause Center for Innovation: A Field Trip

The Krause Center for Innovation Makerspace at Foothill College is a prototyping lab providing the community with resources to design using a variety of computer-aided design and manufacturing tools. Educators and Foothill College students can schedule an appointment to visit the Makerspace. We provide not only the tools but certification and events.  Teacher Will Cavada…

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CUE Conference - Table w MakerSpace Activity

CUE to You!

Highlights, resources, and more from Spring CUE 2023 This year’s CUE Spring Conference was truly an inspiring experience, and if you haven’t attended it before, it is one of the best conferences in California and beyond for educators. The conference focuses on the latest ideas in teaching and learning and innovative educational technology for schools….

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Dr. Linda Darling-Hammond

Let’s Get Real About Teacher Retention

The single, most powerful predictor of student achievement is the presence of qualified & experienced teachers. Dr. Linda Darling-Hammond At the Krause Center for Innovation, providing transformative professional development and thought leadership for educators, schools, and districts is our number one mission. We do this through programming, practical advice, and a supportive community. As we…

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Being Mindful of Student Trauma This Holiday Season

Being Mindful of Student Trauma This Holiday Season

The holiday season is typically a time of celebration, family, and a sense of togetherness and belonging. However, for many students who have experienced trauma, this is not always the case. From poverty to food insecurities to displaced families to loss of family members, the reasons for triggering our students this time of year abound….

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KCI is turning 25! We're celebrating this significant milestone with a special event. All event details are available on our dedicated event page.