Dan Florell
@schoolpsychtech.bsky.social
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School psychologist. Professor at Eastern Kentucky University and owner of private practice MindPsi. Interested in use of technology in providing mental health to children and adolescents.
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I have been keeping the #AI presentations rolling with my local presentation to the Southeast South Central co-op in London, KY with a lot of my former #schoolpsychology students. So good to see everyone as it has been years since I have seen them.
Enjoyed presenting at Newport News Public Schools about the use of AI in #schoolpsychology and #socialwork. At some point I will get better at taking selfies.
Enjoyed seeing everyone at #KAPSCon25 and being back in my home state for a presentation on #certification, #licensure, #PSYPACT, and the new school psychology pact. Lots of interest. #schoolpsychology
Thankful to be a part of the Ask a Psychologist series put on by the Kentucky Psychological Foundation and Mental Health America of Kentucky (Official) as we focused on #AI, its use, and implications for society. #schoolpsychology #psychologist
The long-awaited guidance on #AI from NASP has been released. It was a terrific experience working with all the task force particularly the #ethics section I was on. Check out the guidance if you are a NASP member. #schoolpsychology

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I enjoyed remotely joining Colorado Department of Education for their Landscape of Wellbeing conference to discuss the digital influence on #Adolescence #wellbeing and #behavior. So important for teachers to recognize behaviors associated with screen use.

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Enjoyed being able to present on #AI in school psychology to William James College graduate students and their supervisors. It was a great dynamic and interactive time! #schoolpsychology
Big present for young kids at start of 2026 regarding Sesame Street. It's posting hundreds of full episodes to YouTube. Great for preschool lessons and school counselors discussing #socialskills. I still love Grover explaining near and far! #schoolpsychology

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A Sunny Day is Coming to YouTube: YouTube’s Expanded Partnership with Sesame Street - Sesame Workshop
Today, more families than ever before gather around the TV screen to watch YouTube. That’s why Youtube is excited to announce an expanded partnership with
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Recently released results from the 2024 National Assessment of Educational Progress reveal that high school seniors' average reading and math scores have dropped to historic lows.
Struggling High School Seniors Fall Even Further Behind on 'Nation's Report Card'
More 12th graders than ever before are scoring below the test's threshold for mastery of “basic” skills.
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Active shooter drills are an increasingly common part of student life, but the implementation of these drills varies widely and some practices may negatively impact students and educators.

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While #AI #chatbots have a lot of potential therapeutically, it is the wild west out there and the public is getting harmed. Kudos to American Psychological Association for voicing concern. #schoolpsychology #mentalhealth

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APA Calls for Investigation into Generative AI Chatbots
APA requests an investigation by the Consumer Product Safety Commission into the unreasonable risk of injury posed by generative AI chatbots as consumer products.
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#chatgpt just released Study Mode further muddying educators efforts on coming up with a solid #AI policy. It is promising but too easy to switch to the regular answer it for me mode. Too tempting to go easy route even for students who are trying to learn the content.

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What Teachers Should Know About ChatGPT’s New Study Mode Feature
ChatGPT's new study mode feature will not necessarily prevent the use of AI to cheat.
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American Psychological Association does a good job here with #EthicalAI guidance for using #AI in clinical practice. Simple and straightforward on the main issues to consider. #schoolpsychology

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Related on teens use of #AI #chatbots as companions from Common Sense Media raise valid concerns. From developmental perspective, what happens when chatbot relationships influence expectations with human relationships? More discussion is needed.

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Talk, Trust, and Trade-Offs: How and Why Teens Use AI Companions
Our new report finds that teens' AI companion use is commonplace, complicated, and sometimes concerning.
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Interesting survey about how students are using #AI. While institutions fumble along creating policies, #students are forging ahead with no guidance and all of the positive and negative implications that go with it. #schoolpsychology #chatbot #mentalhealth

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How Students Are Really Using AI and What Schools Should Know
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What if students had to pass a class to prove they could manage their tech use before being allowed to use personal devices at school?

That idea, or "digital driver's license," is a concept that experts say is worth exploring.
Could a Digital Driver’s License Help Students Manage Their Cellphone Use?
Experts say that schools need to teach students healthy cellphone habits, even if their devices are banned at school.
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Despite recent modifications, the core purpose of the Senate Reconciliation Bill remains the same: more tax breaks for the ultra-rich, less support for children and working families.
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Increased distractions & mental health issues in the classroom mean educators have a greater need for classroom management skills. NEA is proud to offer new online classroom management courses that provide research-based strategies & skills to use in everyday practice. Register here:
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Effective classroom management allows educators to shape a positive learning environment that benefits all students.
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