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Top Chrome extensions for exploring the writing process in 2025

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“We have invented technologies, from axes to helicopters, that boost our physical capabilities; and others, like spreadsheets, that automate complex tasks; but we have never built a generally applicable technology that can boost our intelligence.” - Ethan Mollick Generative AI tools like ChatGPT are everywhere. They’re changing the way students learn, write, and submit their work. But there’s also a growing wave of uncertainty. Teachers, students, and educational institutions are all wrestling with a big question: How can we ensure AI is supporting student learning, not replacing it? It’s not always easy to tell whether a student is using AI as a helpful tool or leaning on it too much. Teachers are left wondering: Am I grading my students’ original work? Is this something that my student actually wrote or is it AI generated? As a help, AI detection tools are used widely. However, most AI detection tools are also not reliable. That’s why many institutions are doubling down ...
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Teachers and students deserve better than Revision History

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With the shift toward paid access, Revision History now limits free users to 150 documents/month. Its pricing is modest—$32/year or $4.49/month—offering useful metrics: copy/paste events, writing time, and playback. But here’s the problem: These metrics offer limited data and limited insight . Process Feedback was designed with a different goal— to help students become reflective writers and teachers become better guides of the writing process. It doesn't just do what extensions like Revision History and Draftback do; it is grounded in peer-reviewed research and is designed for students to develop metacognition. Compared to Revision History, here’s why Process Feedback stands apart: It offers an option to do all processing on the user’s device . This matters when students or teachers are working on highly sensitive documents. It shows the percentage contribution of all the collaborating authors who are co-editing a document. Unlik...
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How Process Feedback Can Help You Become a Great Teacher, in The AI Era

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Written by: Abhigya Singh
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Top Writing Tools for Students in the Era of AI

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TL;DR: Google Docs users can use free extensions like Process Feedback to reflect on the writing process and share the process with their teachers. At times, when reading a student’s work, teachers feel discouraged to spend their energy evaluating their piece, thinking—What if it's AI-generated? Am I investing my energy in a fully ChatGPT written work? While some teachers may let that slide, others tend to be more sensitive about the issue. Regardless, most teachers believe that they are expected to ensure that the writing tools that they let students use not only enhance students’ writing skills but also maintain integrity. Even if teachers allow students to use AI to a certain extent, students must “show their work.” Consequently, teachers need tools that encourage students to write responsibly. Ideally, these tools should also enable the teachers to dive into their students' writing journeys so they can, if needed, provide personalized feedback to the students. In this evalu...
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Trailblazing Education: Touching Students' Lives Through Feedback

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In a bustling high school classroom, stacks of essays are piled high on the educator's desk like a looming mountain. With deadlines fast approaching, the task of providing meaningful feedback seemed daunting. Meanwhile, the students awaited the return of their essays, wondering “Did I do well? Did I meet my teacher’s expectations?” These persistent doubts gnaw at their self-esteem, leaving them in a state of uncertainty. This scenario highlights the critical role of feedback in education, illustrating the challenges faced by both educators and students. Feedback is essential for providing a roadmap for improvement and boosting students' self-esteem. However, the task of delivering meaningful feedback can be daunting for educators, who must balance this responsibility with their other institutional duties. The pressure to provide timely feedback adds to the complexity, as students eagerly await guidance on their performance. In response to the dual challenges of educators strugg...
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Scientific Conferences on Education and AI

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Scientific conferences serve as a building block to connect researchers and other stakeholders. Conferences in the domain of education and AI range from a day to multiple days. Below is the list of some top conferences we have collected. Note that the list of conferences presented here is not intended to be comprehensive. Please email me if you have any suggestions or if you find any errors. Conferences are ordered by their submission deadlines. The deadline is the abstract or paper submission deadline, whichever is first.
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Dear Teacher, The ‘Why’ is Where The Magic Lives

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"The 'why' is where the magic lives." - Simon Sinek In his book " Start with Why ", originally published in 2009, Simon Sinek, introduces the concept of the Golden Circle, which consists of three layers: why, how, and what. According to Sinek,  truly successful leaders start with why. They connect with people deeply and emotionally by articulating their purpose and beliefs. It gives a new perspective of looking at communications. Not only does it define what makes a leader successful in a corporate organization but also in the sectors of health, public, and education. In the landscape of teaching and learning, understanding not just what students do but also how and why they do it is paramount for educators striving to create meaningful learning experiences. While assessments and assignments offer insights into students' actions, they often provide only a surface-level understanding, leaving educators guessing about the underlying processes and motivatio...
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Top LinkedIn groups for educators interested in AI

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The intersection of education and artificial intelligence is growing in importance and interest. Whether you are an educator looking for ways to incorporate AI tools in your curriculum, a researcher keen on exploring the latest advancements in AI, or a tech enthusiast curious about the role of AI in shaping the future of learning, staying updated and connected with like-minded professionals is important. By joining the right LinkedIn groups, you can access a wealth of knowledge and insights on the realms of education and AI. To help you navigate this space, we have curated a list of the best LinkedIn groups dedicated to education and AI. Within these networks, educators, researchers, AI experts, and tech developers share their experiences, challenges, and achievements. Join these LinkedIn groups for a gateway to a community of enthusiasts committed to advancing the integration of AI in education. Hub of Educators and AI (started: 2023) Started by Professor Badri Adhikari, an AI expert...
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Between the lines: A student's psyche while writing

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"Writing is thinking on paper." - William Zinsser Among the myriad of academic endeavors, writing stands as a pillar of expression, a conduit through which thoughts and emotions find their voice. For educators, delving into the depths of cognitive processes behind a student’s writing is not merely a job; it's an opportunity to reach the core of the student's thinking and see their potential. Though often romanticized as an effortless outpouring of creativity, writing is a complex labyrinth of cognitive processes. From the inception of an idea to the final development of a piece, each step in the writing journey is guided by the mind's delicate cognitive processes. Comprehending these processes, educators seek to decipher the psychology that weaves through their students' writing adventures. For instance, analyzing writing can reveal common challenges students face, like writer’s block or difficulties with structuring arguments. Understanding how students gener...
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