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The AI Classroom — A Teacher’s Reflection on AI in the Classroom
GOA faculty member Meagan Frazier reflects on teaching in the age of AI and how educators can help students think independently, develop their voice, and learn alongside new technologies.
Intentional Course Design: Introducing GOA’s Design Principles
Explore GOA’s design principles and how intentional course design creates rigorous, relational, and globally connected online learning experiences.
Educator Practice in the Era of AI: From Efficiency to Re-Prioritization
AI in education isn’t just about efficiency. Explore how educators can subtract, add, and multiply practices to re-prioritize what matters most in learning.
From Data Collection to Data-Informed Action: Slowing Down to Make Meaning Together
Moving from data collection to data-informed action requires slowing down, shared interpretation, and collective judgment—not faster conclusions.
From Teaching Expertise to Learner Experience: Introducing our New Course on Course Design
Explore how course design translates teaching expertise into equitable learner experiences—and how GOA’s Redesign course supports intentional, accessible learning.
A New Framework to Define What Quality Teaching Looks Like
Discover a new framework for defining quality teaching—one that integrates content, pedagogy, and developmental expertise to support teacher growth and judgment.
Trends in Education 2026: The Case for Intentional Shifts
Education trends for 2026 demand intentional shifts—centering relationships, human judgment, coherence, and contribution in an AI-accelerated world.
The Top Ten GOA Blog Posts of 2025
What captured educators’ attention in 2025? Pathways-driven innovation, tools for reflective leadership, real-world approaches to student well-being, belonging and integrity in an AI era, and strategies shaping the future of schools.
Creating Spaces for Dialogue That Matters: World Cafe
Discover how the World Cafe method fosters productive dialogue and collaboration in educational settings. Learn how GOA and its partners use this powerful framework to encourage diverse perspectives, nurture connections, and drive progress on important initiatives.
GOA's 2025 Holiday Gift Guide for the Educator in Your Life
Explore GOA's 2025 Holiday Gift Guide for the perfect gifts to inspire and thank the educators in your life. Whether you’re looking for something practical, joyful, restorative, or just plain fun, find unique and thoughtful gifts that celebrate the dedication and impact of teachers.