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We were proud to sponsor an on-floor theatre at this yearโ€™s #EduTechAsia conference!

Kialo is whitelisted by Singaporeโ€™s Ministry of Education for use in the Student Learning Space. Try it here ๐Ÿ‘‰ www.kialo-edu.com

07.11.2025 11:37 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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We're delighted to be in the Hague for the @iborganization.bsky.social Global Conference!

What an inspiration to meet so many passionate educators. If you're attending, drop by Booth S3 and let's chat critical thinking and classroom discussions #IBGC2025

24.10.2025 09:49 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Thanks for the nod, @aaslala.bsky.social!

Kialo won a Best Digital Tools Award. Stop by Booth #812 to learn how our free tool can increase your libraryโ€™s digital engagement across content areas #AASL25

17.10.2025 17:02 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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โœจWe're thrilled to share that Kialo has been shortlisted for the #GESSAwards 2025 in the category โ€œBest Free Digital Tool for Educationโ€โœจ

Our mission is to make the world more thoughtful, so a huge thanks to GESS for this recognition โ€” it means so much to us!

23.09.2025 15:02 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The Kialo team is on the ground at #MootGlobal25

We are loving the conversations with this incredible community - drop by to talk critical thinking, collaboration, and more engaging online discussions!

17.09.2025 10:02 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ยกMaรฑana รบnete a nosotros y a la Comunidad Moodle Medellรญn en un webinar gratuito para aprender a sacarle todo el partido a Kialo en Moodle!

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Join us tomorrow with the Comunidad Moodle Medellรญn for a free webinar on using Kialo in Moodle!

โžก๏ธ bit.ly/4fTnxOB

27.08.2025 13:57 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Teaching IBโ€™s #TheoryofKnowledge for the first time, educator Hafsa Khan discovered Kialo made discussions more structured, inclusive, and engaging.

Learn how she used Kialo to transform her TOK classroom in this guest article โžก๏ธ bit.ly/44Udi92

31.07.2025 13:14 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

A game changer for ALL lifelong learners... and FREE!! #edchat #EduSky

30.07.2025 01:20 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The Kialo team has arrived at #INSTCon25 in Spokane โœˆ๏ธ

Come find us at Booth 53 where we have delicious Kialo candy, fun stickers โ€” and a great way to jumpstart your class discussions with our free integration with #CanvasLMS by Instructure โœจ

#EduSky #CriticalThinking

23.07.2025 16:32 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Should there be term limits for elected officials? When you grow up, there is a long list of careers you can choose from. Should politics be on this list? For many elected officials, politics is a lifelongโ€ฆ

Term limits: democratic safeguard or voter restriction? ๐Ÿ—ณ๏ธโฑ๏ธ

While they might prevent corruption and bring about fresh ideas, they could also block experienced leaders and limit voter choice. Put term limits on the ballot with this free resource!

#EduSky #CriticalThinking #ClassDiscussion

22.07.2025 08:04 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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#ISTELive25 is here!

Stop by Booth 3229 to learn how our free tool can improve critical thinking skills and increase participation for your class ๐Ÿš€

#EduSky #CriticalThinking

30.06.2025 14:11 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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How to align class discussions with learning objectives Explore how to write learning objectives for all activities โ€” including class discussions! Plus, how you can use Kialo Edu to align with learning objectives.

Want to have more meaningful discussions with your students? ๐Ÿ“ฃ

Our blog outlines how to align them with learning objectives using concrete examples. Students develop key skills while meeting curriculum standards โ€” all through more productive discussions!

blog.kialo-edu.com/teaching-str...

#EduSky

23.06.2025 15:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐ŸŒŸ @educationfest.bsky.social is dedicated to inspiring and empowering educators โ€” and so is Kialo!

Come chat with us about how our free debate tool empowers students to think deeply and engage confidently ๐Ÿ’ก๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿš€

Explore Kialo ๐Ÿ‘‰ www.kialo-edu.com

#EducationFest #EduSky #CriticalThinking

18.06.2025 19:52 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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How to discuss ethical questions with students Engage students in ethical debates with practical strategies for respectful, critical discussions. Explore classroom-ready tips and examples.

Challenge your students:

๐Ÿ“† Should history lessons include ethical judgments?
๐Ÿบ Should museums return artifacts to their lands of origin?

Consult our list of thought-provoking ethical questions & spark classroom debate! ๐Ÿ‘‡
blog.kialo-edu.com/teaching-str...

#EduSky #Debate #CriticalThinking

16.06.2025 18:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Voting on claims on Kialo
YouTube video by Kialo Voting on claims on Kialo

Kialoโ€™s voting system helps students assess the strength of arguments, not just take sides in a debate.

Learn how it works โ€” in just one minute โฑ๏ธ๐Ÿ‘‡
www.youtube.com/watch?v=nmTF...

14.06.2025 15:22 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I am SUPER EXCITED to moderate this very special free edWebinar next Monday. Everyone who registers will get a hands-on experience and access to KialoEDU...#edchat education #criticalrhinking

03.06.2025 20:04 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Using Kialo's discussion minimaps
YouTube video by Kialo Using Kialo's discussion minimaps

Time for another 60-second Kialo explainer โ€” this one breaks down minimaps ๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ

The argument tree and our iconic sunburst are the best way to follow complex arguments at a glance ๐Ÿ‘‡

www.youtube.com/watch?v=xr48...

05.06.2025 14:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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#ISTELive25 is almost here! We canโ€™t wait to talk to educators about how Kialo boosts critical thinking, civil discourse, and classroom participation โ€” all for free!

๐Ÿ‘€ See how it works: www.kialo-edu.com

#EduSky #CriticalThinking

04.06.2025 15:11 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Join our free webinar to learn how to use argument mapping & debate to:

๐Ÿ”นEngage learners
๐Ÿ”นTrain critical thinking
๐Ÿ”นSupport language development

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ June 9, 2โ€“3 PM EDT
๐ŸŽ™๏ธ edWeb.net | Ian Montgomery & @joywhitby.bsky.social
๐Ÿ”— bit.ly/3HfTjYX

#EduSky #CriticalThinking #ProfessionalDevelopment

03.06.2025 13:56 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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Classroom activities and resources for D-Day and World War II Explore these engaging classroom resources to supplement any World War II leaning unit for the 80th anniversary of D-Day this June 6th.

This Thursday marks the anniversary of D-Day โ€” a moment for reflecting on sacrifice, service, and the cost of war.

Use this resource to help students approach these themes by having thoughtful class discussions.

blog.kialo-edu.com/lesson-ideas...

#EduSky #CriticalThinking

02.06.2025 14:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Try this free inclusive, critical thinking tool in Classroomscreen Learn how to use Kialo Edu inside Classroomscreen to foster inclusive classroom discussions and teach critical thinking in middle and high school. This step-by-step guide shows how to integrate online...

We love it when great tools come together โค๏ธ

Huge thanks to @classroomscreen.bsky.social for putting together this handy guide! Read on to learn how Kialo pairs with their feature-rich platform to facilitate thoughtful, inclusive discussions โœจ

#EduSky #EdTech #CriticalThinking

29.05.2025 10:24 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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AASL Announces 2025 Best Digital Tools for Teaching & Learning

๐ŸŽ‰ Kialo has been named one of AASL's 2025 Best Digital Tools for Teaching and Learning! ๐ŸŽ‰

Empowering students to improve their critical thinking and civil discourse skills is central to our mission, so this recognition by @aaslala.bsky.socialโ€ฌ means the world to us ๐ŸŒ

Thank you!

#TLSky #EduSky

26.05.2025 18:28 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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How to teach critical thinking, a vital 21st-century skill Find out why it's important for students to master the 21st-century skill of critical thinking. Includes strategies to teach students how to think critically.

Critical thinking isn't just a buzzword โ€” it's essential for navigating today's convoluted information landscape. But how do we teach it effectively?

Discover proven strategies to help your students develop this vital skill and accelerate their learning!
#EduSky #CriticalThinking #21stCenturySkills

21.05.2025 19:52 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Should financial literacy classes be required for allโ€ฆ When many people sit down to fill out their taxes, open a stock portfolio, or take out a mortgage, a common exclamation is โ€œWhy didnโ€™t we learn this inโ€ฆ

Filing taxes, buying stocks, and taking out a mortgage are common adult financial experiences โ€” but the question is โ€œWhy didnโ€™t we learn this in school?โ€

Use this free Kialo resource and see your studentsโ€™ critical thinking skills compound with interest ๐Ÿ“ˆ

#EduSky #FinancialLiteracy

19.05.2025 15:04 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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โฑ๏ธ The countdown is over โ€” Kialo is on the floor at #SAAShow!

Swing by booth M12 to learn how our award-winning free discussion tool can boost participation, train critical thinking, and promote civil discourse in your classroom ๐Ÿ’ซ

15.05.2025 09:09 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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History discussion topics for the classroom Explore an extensive list of history discussion topics for the classroom organized by time period and theme to have engaging class discussions!

Time travel through the curriculum with our list of history discussion topics! ๐Ÿ‘‘โš”๏ธ

From the Bronze Age to the Cold War, youโ€™re bound to find something to inject even more excitement into your history lessons โฌ‡๏ธ

#EduSky

13.05.2025 16:11 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
This is a image advertising an online session at the Charter for Compassion's Compassionate Action Conference. The session is entitled "More Thoughtful, Inclusive Class Discussions with Argument Mapping", the presenter is Pearl Tsai, Education Resources Coordinator at Kialo, and it takes place Wednesday May 14 at 1:30pm PDT.

This is a image advertising an online session at the Charter for Compassion's Compassionate Action Conference. The session is entitled "More Thoughtful, Inclusive Class Discussions with Argument Mapping", the presenter is Pearl Tsai, Education Resources Coordinator at Kialo, and it takes place Wednesday May 14 at 1:30pm PDT.

Our mission is to make the world more thoughtful, so we're delighted to be at
@chartercompassion.bsky.social's Compassionate Action Conference!

Join Pearl Tsai for tomorrow's virtual session "More Thoughtful, Inclusive Discussions with Argument Mapping.โ€

๐Ÿ‘‰ bit.ly/CACregistrat...

#CAC2025 #EduSky

13.05.2025 12:17 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Hello, educators ๐Ÿ‘‹

Kialo is the free tool for thoughtful, inclusive discussion โ€” and weโ€™re thrilled to be joining the Bluesky community!

Learn how Kialo works ๐Ÿ‘‰ www.kialo-edu.com
Explore an interactive demo ๐Ÿ‘‰ www.kialo-edu.com/demo

12.05.2025 17:43 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1

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