Best Dumbbell Exercise / Chamber of Commerce Leverage / How AI Really Works / Sourdough Explained / Dear Robot, Make Art / AI Guidelines / USB-C Explained / AI Risk for Schools / Top Educator Books / Dead End Degrees 1/25/2026

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This 1 Dumbbell Exercise Builds Muscle Everywhere (EVERYONE Over 50 Needs This!) – Your exercise plan needs aerobic and resistance components. This does both. Fit Life After 40 via @YouTube

Why Schools Should Leverage Their Local Chamber of Commerce: Building Economic Opportunity Through Local Partnerships – Schools can build career pathways and economic opportunities for students through partnerships with local chambers of commerce, leveraging mentorship, internships, and real-world exposure. @MasonPashia @Getting_Smart

How AI Really Works (No Math, Just Logic) – This 6:23 minute video should help anyone from middle school on up better understand AI products like ChatGPT and others. Simple Things – Surprising Histories via @YouTube

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.

Sourdough vs. “Normal” Bread. What’s the Difference? There are links here if you want to make your own. Go for it with your kids. @ChefRegular

ChatGPT, Not CheatGPT: Clear Guidelines for Honest Student AI Use. If you’re nervous about letting students use AI on assignments, you’re not alone. @Kajabi

What Exactly is USB-C? (And Why Everyone Was Forced to Use It) – This simple looking cable can carry enough data for HD TV and at the same time carry electricity to charge a device. Simple Things – Surprising Histories via @YouTube

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

The Risks of AI in Schools Outweigh the Benefits, Report Says. The risks of using generative artificial intelligence to educate children and teens currently overshadow the benefits, according to a new study by the Brookings Institution’s Center for Universal Education. @NPRCoryTurner @NPR @MindShiftKQED

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

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