Doug Levin

APRIL 21, 2016

.” This letter marked the launch of the implementation of the first federal program dedicated to ensuring universal access to information and communications technology for improved teaching and learning in the nation’s schools. “ FY 2008 $267,500,000 (President Bush’s request: $0). FY 2001: $450,000,000.

Policies 150

Policies Technology Program Evaluation Education 150

Edsurge

AUGUST 29, 2016

Technology has been a key component in the planting, fertilization, growth and eventually, the blossoming of new statewide initiatives including distance education and new professional learning opportunities for educators that have benefitted students in a variety of ways. I’ve got some experience with this from the past eight years.

EdTech 80

EdTech Edcamps Course Program Evaluation 80

Iterating Toward Openness

AUGUST 31, 2022

It should surprise no one that media comparison studies find no significant difference in student learning. Why would students who use a pencil learn more than students who use a pen? Why would students who read an openly licensed textbook learn more than students who read a traditionally copyrighted textbook?

OER 147

OER Outcomes Comparison Study 147

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 3, 2015

Nonprofit’s 8GA program aims to extend learning day for 8th graders to support them through high school and beyond. Citizen Schools’ 8th Grade Academy program (8GA) is a bridge between middle school and high school, providing basic and real-world skills students need to transition successfully to high school and graduate.

Program Evaluation 40

Program Evaluation Analysis Outcomes Strategy 40

MIND Research Institute

NOVEMBER 16, 2016

The program’s potential to deliver results is not realized. Lacking proper training, widespread use over the long term and results, new programs are often abandoned after less than three years, making multi-year program evaluations impossible. All of the above conspire to inhibit continuous improvement.

Program Evaluation 40

Program Evaluation Study Analysis Training 40

MIND Research Institute

JUNE 20, 2023

An annual frequency is vital due to the constant and significant changes over time to programs, standards or assessments, and the education ecosystem. Yet you may be surprised to learn that “were assigned licenses” is the preferred usage yes/no metric for the treatment condition in gold standard edtech evaluations.

Comparison 52

Comparison EdTech E-rate Outcomes 52