Top Educator Books / Dead End Degrees / Android vs. iOS / Silent Scammer Trick / Dear Robot, Make Art / Spot AI Images / Viruses vs. Bacteria / Healthy Coffee / AI-Native Universities / 10 Study Sins 1/18/2026

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Our Favorite Books for Educators in 2025 – The GGSC’s education team picks some of the most thought-provoking, practical, and inspirational education books of the year. @GreaterGoodSC

Dear Robot, Make Art. This delightful cartoon tells the story of and artist who was asked to use AI. It’s funny, touching, and insightful. If you see a box at the beginnng just close it. Scroll left to read the story. amymariestad via Instagram @amymariestad on X.

7 Degrees That Lead To DEAD-END Careers – This brutally honest video exposes seven university degrees that promise career success but often lead to crushing student debt and limited employment opportunities. @ShaneHummus

Android vs. iOS: What’s the Real Difference? It’s not about picking a winner—it’s about understanding what makes each side unique. @H_simplethings

Why Scammers Are Silent When You Answer – You pick up the phone, say “Hello?”… and all you hear is dead silence before they finally hang up. Sound familiar? That confusing, frustrating pause isn’t a mistake—it’s actually the most critical, high-tech part of the scammer’s operation. Senior Minded via @YouTube

Here are 6 ways to spot AI-generated images (how to spot AI). Here’s how to stay sharp in the age of generative AI. @cahdoria via Instagram

Viruses vs. Bacteria | What’s The Difference? Make sure your kids from upper elementary on up see this and watch it with them. Dr. Finch’s Lab via @YouTube

The Healthiest Way to Drink Coffee – Why do those who drink filtered coffee tend to live longer than those who drink unfiltered coffee? @nutrition_facts

The rise of AI-native universities – For the students entering higher education in the coming years, the idea of having an AI assistant by their side–always ready, always learning–may not be a dream. It may be the default. John Johnston via @ecampusnews

10 Study SINS That Are Destroying Your Grades – Most students study for hours but forget everything on exam day and it’s not because they’re lazy or unintelligent. Stick Study Buddy via @YouTube

21 Books That Changed How Daniel Pink Thinks Forever – If these books can change Pink’s mind, they just might change yours too. “When we change our minds, we change the world.” @DanielPink

How to Keep Violent Porn Out of Your Home and Away From Your Kids – Parents often really underestimate the extent to which their own children are likely to have seen pornography, How about you? @FoodieScience @MindShiftKQED

What School of Rock Got Right about Education – One of the very best ways to motivate kids to learn is through the pursuit of their interests and development of their talents. Teachers must see this movie. @s_n_farley @middleweb