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62% of educators are already using AI, with 43% using it on a weekly or daily basis 85% of educators are positive about adopting new AI tools Educators are using AI for content creation, assessment, and class support. Data privacy and academic misconduct are cited as major concerns 60% of educators feel comfortable with AI integration, suggesting potential for wider adoption AI in the classroom, settling in faster than expected Just as smartphones have naturally permeated our daily lives, AI is quietly but surely taking hold in the classroom. Currently, six out of ten educators are already using AI in their classes , with 19% using AI daily, 24% using it weekly, and 19% using it monthly. This shows that AI is moving beyond a simple experiment in the field of education to become a practical educational tool. What is particularly noteworthy is that even among the 38% of educators who have not yet used AI, the majority are positive about using new AI tools. Just as water naturally flows from high to low, AI adoption is now becoming an irreversible trend. Former Little Rock School District Superintendent Mike Poore emphasized, “With or without AI, we need to have great educators in front of our students,” making it clear that AI is not a tool to replace educators, but rather to supplement and support them. Current status of AI use in education Educators are using AI primarily in four areas: first, creating teaching materials and educational resources, which accounts for the largest proportion, followed by assessment and feedback, class support, and administrative efficiency. AI is now making a huge difference in reducing the workload of educators. For example, Kami’s Questions AI automates the creation and grading of assessment questions, allowing educators to spend more time on individual student instruction and differentiating instruction. According to a recent educator well-being survey, 76% of educators are struggling with excessive workload and expectations, and more than a third are worried about continuing to teach due to severe burnout. In this situation, AI is helping educators automate simple, repetitive administrative tasks, allowing them to focus more on their original educational activities. Two Challenges to AI Adoption The two most frequently cited concerns when introducing AI into education are data privacy and the potential for academic misconduct , much like the introduction of a new drug, the side effects must be carefully considered along with its effectiveness. To address these concerns, educational AI platforms, including Kami, adhere to strict regulations such as the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). “Educators are discovering a variety of ways to use AI,” said Dwight Jones, former interim superintendent of Denver Public Schools. “Let the early adopters and pioneers lead the way. You don’t have to be the first, but you should be trying because students are asking for it.” Kami maintains data security by leveraging AI from Google Cloud while not sharing data with external parties, which is a great example of how AI tools can be used safely and effectively in education.

It is said that if you know the ground, you will win every battle. In order to properly utilize a new tool, someone's lecture alone is not enough. You need to see how it is actually being used in the field. Let's take a closer look at how to effectively utilize this tool through the case of the UK education field, which has the largest number of Kami users in the world. Kami, an educational tool that has caught the attention of the world Created by students at the University of Auckland in New Zealand in 2013, Kami is now the educational tool of choice for over 29 million teachers and students in 180 countries around the world [1]. It is making a remarkable difference, especially in the UK education sector. A 2023 study found that teachers’ lesson preparation time was reduced by 33%, and students’ ability to collaborate improved by 42% [2]. Beyond the simple numbers, there were many changes taking place in actual classrooms. How to use Kami by subject Changes in Science Classes Kami has become an essential tool for science teachers in secondary schools in the UK. As of 2024, 67% of science teachers are using Kami [3], and it has made a big difference in chemistry classes in particular. Students can now see molecular structures in 3D and easily understand complex chemical reactions through animations [4]. At Grace Academy in Manchester, using Kami to write lab reports in chemistry classes has reduced lab errors by 67%. Notably, female students have increased their choice of science subjects by 28%. Innovation in English Classes St Mary’s High School in London has used Kami creatively in its English classes. When learning classic literature such as Shakespeare, the use of the text-to-speech function significantly improved students’ comprehension. The time it took to understand difficult passages was reduced by 58% [5], and the 2023 English exam pass rate increased by 12% [6]. A New Approach to Mathematics and History Maths teachers in Bristol transformed their lessons with Kami’s equation input tool. Students using the digital note-taking feature understood concepts 23% better than students using a regular notebook [8], and the ability to change function graphs in real time greatly aided students’ intuitive understanding. Greenfield Academy in Manchester has completely transformed history lessons. In a class analyzing World War II propaganda posters, students used Kami’s screen recording feature to explain details of the posters and reinterpret them from a modern perspective [7]. This approach has allowed students to move beyond memorizing history and instead explore and interpret it for themselves. Teachers' work innovation A smarter evaluation system Kami's AI grading system is drastically reducing teachers' workload. As of 2023, 1,200 schools in the UK have adopted this system, reducing the time for grading English essays from 15 minutes to 4 minutes [9]. A study by the University of Manchester showed that the reliability of automated grading and teacher grading reached 92.4% [10]. A Cheshire high school used Kami’s rubric generator to grade physics lab reports. The five-point grading scale and automated feedback system reduced student resubmission requests by 68% and gave teachers three more hours per week to spend with students [11]. The joy of collaboration Kami’s real-time collaboration capabilities fit perfectly with the UK Department for Education’s ‘Peer Learning 2025’ policy. A 2024 study by Birmingham Education Authority found that group work using Kami increased student feedback by 4.2 times [12], and critical thinking skills improved by 35% when collaboratively analysing documents in history classes [13]. A chemistry class at a girls’ school in London used the Kami whiteboard to teach a special lesson. Five people worked in teams to create 3D molecular structures, and the teacher could monitor the progress of all teams on a single screen. This innovative teaching method was named Best Lesson in 2023 by the British Association for Science Education [14]. Customized education for everyone

https://youtu.be/DP_XVGdcDyU?si=DqErt1oxGY3nDEN7 Kami has revamped its user interface with a new 'Understand' menu, which includes a new translation tool that is now in beta alongside the existing dictionary tool. Key Features: Text Translation: Instant translation of words, sentences, and paragraphs Supports multiple languages: Select language via drop-down menu Action Bar Features: • Text-to-speech (TTS) function - adjustable voice, speed, and pitch • Save translated text as a comment • Copy to clipboard and paste into other documents Special area selection features: The 'Toggle Area Selection' option also allows you to translate text in areas containing diagrams, maps, tables, etc. Translate by directly selecting the area you want with a box Controls for teachers: You can set permissions for translation tools through Feature Control. We are in beta testing so we are continuously improving through feedback. This new translation tool is expected to help students understand in multilingual learning environments and support teachers in conducting their classes more smoothly.

Are you using Kami to improve the quality of your classes? Are you ready to share your experience and knowledge with other educators? The Kami Hero program is waiting for you. This program is more than just sharing how to use Kami; it is a journey to create the future of education together. What is Kami Hero? Kami Heroes are Kami experts who use their experience to support other educators and pioneer educational innovation. They are not just software users, but also innovators of teaching methods and mentors to their fellow teachers. Program Highlights Knowledge Sharing : Spread your Kami usage know-how to other teachers. We share knowledge in a variety of formats, including workshops, webinars, and online tutorials. Provides practical tips and tricks based on real classroom examples. Community Activities : Lead and grow the Kami user community. Answer questions and exchange ideas in online forums. Organize and run local Kami user groups. Participate in product improvement : Contribute to product improvement by conveying field opinions to the Kami development team. Experience new features early and provide feedback as a beta tester. We propose new features based on the needs of the educational field. Creating educational content : Create and share effective educational materials using Kami. Develop templates that can be applied to a variety of subjects and grades. Create blog posts or videos with innovative lesson ideas. Benefits of Kami Hero

Are you passionate about education and want to unleash your creativity? Then apply to be a #KamiCreator! Kami Creators have the opportunity to capture the best teaching and learning moments using Kami and share them on Instagram and TikTok. As a Kami creator, you’ll get to create engaging Instagram Reels or TikTok videos, connect with like-minded creators, and enjoy tons of benefits like using Kami for free! #KamiCreator Benefits: 📢 Stay informed: Be the first to know about new features and updates from Kami. 🎁 Free to use Kami: Upgrade your Kami Teacher Plan for free. 💰 Rewards for your work: Get rewarded with amazing opportunities to create content for Kami. 🌟 VIP Benefits: Join our community of education creators and receive exclusive invitations to Kami events. 🎨 Create your own content: Create content across Kami's channels and represent Kami at conferences. 🎉 Get your Welcome Swag Package: Receive a welcome swag package and priority sponsorship requests. Become a part of the Kami Creator community, showcase your educational expertise, and enjoy a variety of rewards. Apply now to be a #KamiCreator and start your journey as an educational content creator! Calling all Instagram and TikTok content creators! We have an exciting opportunity to showcase Kami in the upcoming school year. (Hashtag #Sidehustle) We look forward to your application. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to showcase your passion for education and creativity!

Kami is all new! Kami, the leader in education technology, is introducing a revolutionary change for 2024. This update will provide a more intuitive and efficient learning experience for both teachers and students. Let’s take a look at the major changes. New design and user experience Completely redesigned dashboard: Redesigned to make all features easier to find and use Check student progress in real time: Take on assignments and monitor progress right from the class view Improved accessibility: New design of top bar and action bar provides intuitive navigation Improved sharing features: Introducing prominent share buttons and a new collaborator side panel Improved student assignment submission process: Secure assignment management with new submission and resubmission dialogs Questions AI: AI-based assessment tool Convert existing assessments into automatically gradeable digital questions Create new questions instantly from course materials Ability to customize and edit assessment questions Provides a preview of the assessment from the student's perspective Easy assignment sharing with direct integration with Google Classroom Improved Class View Monitor student progress in real time and provide personalized feedback Get a snapshot of your entire class’ problem-solving progress with the new ‘Answers’ feature Automatic grading and score calculation features Provides insight into overall class performance Save time with improved loading speed Google Workspace for Education integration

As the education sector is thrown into chaos by the pandemic, teacher burnout has emerged as a major issue. With teacher turnover skyrocketing across the country and new teacher recruitment declining, the government and education experts are putting their heads together to find solutions. The expert panel noted that while the pandemic was not the direct cause of burnout, it served as a catalyst that exacerbated existing problems. In addition to their original teaching duties, teachers are struggling with a variety of stressors, including heavy workloads, social pressures, student behavioral problems, and parental neglect. Experts unanimously agreed that it is urgent to establish a nationwide integrated strategy that can revive the attractiveness of teaching and strengthen the status of teachers. The experts also unanimously advised that each school district should establish specific implementation plans focused on teacher retention and new hiring, and actively address the issue of burnout with data-based actions. On the other hand, there were also successful cases of solving burnout. Efforts such as giving teachers decision-making authority, actively collecting feedback, and reducing unnecessary work so that they can focus on their original educational work contributed to increasing teacher satisfaction and retention rates. Recognition and respect from the community, strengthening teacher-parent cooperation, and operating teacher wellness programs also helped. The role of the principal was also found to be important. Teachers wanted to work in schools with a renowned principal for a long time. On the other hand, if the principal's influence was not enough, they considered changing jobs. Accordingly, experts suggested a plan to utilize excellent principals to guide other principals. Lastly, the role of the superintendent was emphasized. It was pointed out that before teachers leave their jobs, they should come up with measures to improve their working environment and provide mentoring and support programs for new teachers to help them feel a sense of belonging. To solve the problem of teacher burnout, all stakeholders in the education sector must work together. Experts agree that giving respect and value to teachers and developing their capabilities is the core task of leadership.

Kami is making a big difference in the field of education as a digital learning tool. In particular, during the 2023/24 school year, Kami has partnered with many schools and made a big contribution to protecting the environment through paper reduction. Let’s take a look at the major achievements made during the year with Kami. Achievements with Kami 280 million pages opened This year, 280 million pages were opened on the Kami platform, showing that many students and teachers are using Kami to share learning materials. This has contributed to a significant reduction in paper use. Save 346,000 trees Thanks to Kami’s digital solutions, at least 346,000 trees have been saved. This is a significant achievement in reducing paper use and contributing to environmental protection. Kami’s efforts for a sustainable future will continue. Added 5.6 billion annotations Users have added over 5.6 billion annotations, which is proof that students and teachers are actively interacting and using learning materials digitally. This annotation feature is playing a big role in reducing paper usage while adding depth to learning. Save more than 525 billion won (about 375 million dollars) in printing costs Using digital materials through Kami has saved over $525 million in printing costs. This allows schools to save money and reinvest those resources in other important educational activities. This savings could theoretically be used to hire over 6,000 additional teachers. The importance of saving paper and protecting the environment Kami's digital learning tools play a big role in reducing paper usage. Saving paper is more than just saving money. It's also directly related to protecting the environment and is an important step toward a sustainable future. Resource protection Trees are the main resource for making paper. The trees saved through Kami contribute to the preservation of forests and ecosystem protection. Reduce carbon emissions The paper production process consumes a lot of energy and resources, which leads to carbon emissions. Using digital materials helps reduce these carbon emissions. Looking forward to the future Kami will continue to work to save paper and protect the environment. We will do our best to help more schools and students utilize Kami's digital learning tools to create a sustainable future. Your interest and participation in saving paper and protecting the environment will make a big difference. Let's create a better future together with Kami. #KamiApp #PaperSaving #EnvironmentalProtection #DigitalLearning #EducationInnovation #Sustainability #2023Achievements

Are you ready to take your Microsoft Teams to the next level with Kami? In this video, learn how to create Kami assignments in Microsoft Teams and easily share them with your students. Hi, I’m Nicole Rennie and I’m a Teacher Success Champion at Kami. I love saying that I’m a Kami teacher, a Kami coach, and a Kami mom. And I love the color yellow, so you’ll often see me wearing it. Let’s take a look at Kami’s newest LMS integration, Microsoft Teams. We’re excited to bring this service to Microsoft users. I especially like using this All About Me template at the beginning of the school year because I can open it directly in Kami and give personalized instructions on the page. The first thing I like to do is name the document so I know exactly how to find it in my Kami upload folder. I can select the comment tool and leave a video comment with personalized instructions for my students directly on the page. Students can use the voice comment tool to say their names, I can learn the correct pronunciation, and it creates a sense of belonging in our classroom. The setup is very simple. Go to Teams. Select Apps in the left column. Search for Kami and follow the prompts to install the Kami app. To create a new Kami assignment, select your team or class and select Assignments. Click the Create button and select Assignments. And here you have the familiar Assignments window from Teams. From here you can select Apps and choose Kami from the list of apps. We’re going to select a file from OneDrive that we’ve already set up some guidelines for in Kami. So we know where to find our files. Everything you do in Kami is automatically saved to the Kami Uploads folder. Select the file you want to use and press Select to save it. Here you can use a title and fill in the other filled-in sections of this form. And when you’re ready, you can press the Save button. Students will see a new activity. They can go into their team, go into their assignment, select a file with Kami K, and open it directly in the Kami window. Students can have fun using all the Kami features to complete their work, and when they’re done, they can simply exit and submit as usual. When you’re ready to provide feedback and grade, go back to your team. Select the student’s work in the assignment and click Kami K to open the document. It’s easy to provide personal feedback with all the tools and features of Kami. Once you’ve selected the feedback you want to give your student, and even signed the work, you can press X and go back to your student as usual. We’re excited to make it easy for Microsoft Educators to use Kami right within Teams. Thanks for checking it out. Now you can have more fun with your own enhanced content in Kami or choose from Kami templates in the Kami library to create dynamic experiences. We will continue to help you make connections and bring your learning to life.