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Educator insights survey 2025

I’m delighted to share Kami’s latest research report which dives into core teaching tools, trends, and techniques. Read the full report here. Based on an exclusive survey of over 2,000 educators, the report’s findings serve as a timely temperature check of both sentiment and strategy across the education sector, and in particular amongst teachers (who…
Apr 25
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Engaging every learner: How Kami transforms passive lessons into active learning

"Kami’s interactive features transformed what could have been a passive learning experience into something engaging, accessible, and personalized, ensuring that every student, regardless of their abilities, could participate fully."Mary Beth Flatau, Technology Specialist, New York During a remote learning unit on ecosystems in a Living Environment class, Mary Beth Flatau encountered a common challenge: How…
Apr 25
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Myth Buster: Is Kami only for PDF annotation?

Welcome to the first edition of our ‘Myth Buster’ series - where we challenge common misconceptions in education technology. Today’s myth: Is Kami just a PDF annotation tool? We get it. Kami did start out that way. But the platform has evolved dramatically to meet the complex and ever-changing demands of today’s classrooms. With teachers…
Mar 25
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Leadership Insights: Reflections from CUE 2025

Last week, alongside colleagues from Kami and over 4,000 dedicated educators and administrators, I attended the inspiring CUE 2025 conference in Palm Springs. This event is always a valuable moment to take stock of key educational trends and pressing challenges shaping our schools—particularly as technology continues to transform learning experiences. Navigating funding uncertainty One clear…
Mar 25
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Why IWS Online School Teachers Prefer Kami 

Real-Time Feedback, Real Impact When Matt Vickery, an Executive Headteacher at IWS Online School, first encountered Kami at the BETT conference in London, he was immediately drawn to its Class View feature. He recognised the potential of real-time oversight and instant feedback as beneficial for online instruction. However, an interest in one feature soon evolved…
Mar 25
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Transforming Literacy Outcomes in Moreno Valley Classrooms

Moreno Valley Unified School District (MVUSD), California A research-backed study conducted in collaboration with an independent educational research firm examined the impact of Kami on student literacy in Moreno Valley Unified School District. By analyzing student performance on the STAR Reading benchmark assessment, the study revealed measurable gains for students consistently using Kami, particularly among…
Mar 25
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Engaging and Efficient Learning at Bracken High

Bracken High School aimed to move students from passive learning to active participation while improving administrative efficiency. Deputy Principal Dr. Jenny Woolway turned to Kami as a solution to enhance both teaching and school operations. Boosting Engagement  Teachers at Bracken High School have seen a noticeable shift in student participation since implementing Kami. "The problem…
Mar 25
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Unlocking Independence for Dyslexic Learners 

The Challenge As reading takes a lot of time and energy for Cooper, his school days were often spent waiting for support, feeling left behind while his classmates moved ahead. This also meant skipping recess or subjects like PE, arts and music, to sit with a teacher and be read to. Already tired from straining…
Feb 25
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Enhancing ESL Learning Through Interactive Digital Tools

As an ESL pullout teacher working with students across multiple grade levels, Genia Miles brings over a decade of teaching experience to her diverse classroom. Her passion for creating engaging learning environments that support language development drives her innovative approach to ESL instruction. The Challenge Teaching ESL across grade levels from PreK to 5th grade…
Feb 25
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Rethinking Teacher Shortages: A Hybrid Teaching Solution

When faced with math teacher shortages, Beaumont Independent School District didn't just look for a quick fix. Instead, they developed an innovative hybrid teaching program that combines in-person support with virtual expert instruction. The result? Students get the best of both worlds: the structure and support of traditional classroom learning with the expertise of a…
Feb 25
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Transforming Math Through Interactive Visualization

As someone who once disliked math himself, Cameron Bordages is passionate about making algebra engaging and accessible. Drawing from his own experience with challenging math classes, he's committed to being the kind of teacher who helps students actually enjoy mathematics. The Challenge Traditional whiteboard teaching limited Cameron's ability to make complex algebraic concepts clear and…
Feb 25
4 min read

An Educator’s Journey with Kami

For veteran educator Laurel Aguilar-Kirchhoff, the path to edtech innovation began with a chance encounter. "I first came across Kami at a Q conference. Their booth caught my attention—it was fun and sparkly, with live demos on big screens. This was pre-pandemic, so I saw it as an annotation tool but didn't explore its potential…
Jan 25
4 min read
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