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U.S. K-12 Educational Technology Policy: Historical Notes on the Federal Role

Doug Levin

.” 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 1999: $425,000,000 (President Clinton’s request: $475,000,000). FY 2001: $450,000,000.

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Good News from Our Nation’s Capital

EdNews Daily

When McClary joined the district as the manager of educational technology in 2014, progress was less than stellar. limited data collection, limited program evaluation?, Enhanced Curriculum: Technology enhancements increase agency and authenticity for powerful learning that prepares students to contribute and thrive.?.

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On the Relationship Between Adopting OER and Improving Student Outcomes

Iterating Toward Openness

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?

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Ed tech companies promise results, but their claims are often based on shoddy research

The Hechinger Report

School closures in all 50 states have sent educators and parents alike scrambling to find online learning resources to keep kids busy and productive at home. This problem has only been exacerbated by the coronavirus, as widespread school closures have forced districts to turn to online learning. Video: Sarah Butrymowicz.

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Over 25 Ideas for eLearning… Inclement Weather and Snow Day Make Up

21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

In this post I thought you might be interested in learning more about eLearning and inclement weather make up. STEM, 21st century learning, and technology integration, please sign up for 21centuryedtech by email or RSS. As you might know, many schools have started to shovel this new path and learning keeps going on… weather… or not.

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IES Selects ST Math for Replication Studies

MIND Research Institute

Department of Education (DOE) Institute of Education Sciences (IES) as one of six math programs to be further investigated under what IES terms “replication studies.”. “We We look forward to using ST Math to help IES realize its vision of a healthier and better-informed market in education program evaluations.

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IES Selects ST Math for Replication Studies

MIND Research Institute

Department of Education (DOE) Institute of Education Sciences (IES) as one of six math programs to be further investigated under what IES terms “replication studies.”. “We We look forward to using ST Math to help IES realize its vision of a healthier and better-informed market in education program evaluations.

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