Can attention be bought, measured—or even controlled? As neurofeedback tech and Generative AI merge into classrooms, they’re transforming attention into a commodity. But what does that mean for learners, teachers, and the ethics of education itself? From brainwave-monitoring headbands to real-time engagement analytics, the future of education may be watching students more closely than ever before. Are we empowering learning—or engineering compliance? In this provocative blog, Victoria Hedlund explores the fine line between support and surveillance. Read the full article to explore the future—and fragility—of attention in AI-powered classrooms.

GenAI is reshaping the way we teach—not just by saving time, but by influencing how we see ourselves as educators. As tools evolve, they’re no longer just functional; they’re becoming mirrors of our teaching identities. Are you an early adopter, a cautious observer, or somewhere in between? This blog post explores how GenAI is intertwining with teacher identity in dynamic, personal ways. If you’re curious about what your GenAI identity might be—and how it could impact your practice—read on. It’s time to go beyond the tool and reflect on the teacher behind it.

Can GenAI lesson plans really meet curriculum standards? We put two popular tools—Aila and Teachmate—through our Lesson Inspector to find out. One’s free, one’s paid, but how do they stack up when it comes to content alignment with frameworks like the CCF and ITTECF? From differing interfaces to wildly varied outputs, our analysis reveals the surprising diversity of AI-generated planning. Most importantly, we show how Lesson Inspector can prompt deep, critical reflection. Curious which tool scored better—or if either even aligned? 🔍 Read the full post to see who passed the test.

TeachmateAI is often praised as a go-to GenAI teacher tool—but what does it actually offer for ITT and classroom use? In this review, we test its free tools using a fictional teacher planning a Year 4 lesson on friction. From activity ideas to concept explainers (and even a jingle), we dig into how helpful it really is—and where it misses the mark. Shiny? Yes. Shallow? Also yes. If you’re wondering whether it’s worth using (or upgrading), dive into our full review to see what worked, what flopped, and what we wish it did better.