Digital Promise

AUGUST 11, 2020

A 2018 PwC survey reported that many U.S. As the coronavirus pandemic challenges schools around the world to keep students engaged in remote learning and to use technology in new ways, many have turned to instructional technology coaches (also referred to as edtech coaches) for support.

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techlearning

JUNE 25, 2018

Promethean, a global education technology provider, announced today at ISTE that its grant program will be launching August 1, 2018. June 25, 2018) – Promethean , a global education technology provider, announced today at ISTE that its grant program will be launching August 1, 2018. CHICAGO, Ill.

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techlearning

JUNE 25, 2018

Promethean, a global education technology provider, will be showcasing its technology solutions that empower educators and inspire and immerse students at ISTE 2018, June 25 – 27, 2018 in Chicago, Ill. SEATTLE, Wash.

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EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 27, 2018

Mon, 08/27/2018 - 13:19. For K–12 school districts that want to adopt classroom technology to improve outcomes or better engage students , the first step is engaging teachers , says Shannon Tabaldo, founding director of the Innovation in Digital Education and Leadership institute. “As eli.zimmerman_9856.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

I refer to those epiphanies, when the metaphorical light bulb above a student’s head switches on, as “luminations.” Many of those luminations surfaced because the lessons my students engaged with were designed to promote student inquiry and prioritize cultural relevance.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

Mon, 11/05/2018 - 11:35. The increasing digitalization of education has put even more emphasis on internet access in K–12 schools , leading more school districts, nonprofits and government agencies to invest in programs and services to ensure each student is connected. . 3 Levels of Connectivity K–12 Schools Should Consider.

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MindShift

MARCH 18, 2018

The two occupy opposite ends of the secondary math spectrum — seventh-grade pre-algebra and 12th-grade calculus, respectively — and both have found ways to strengthen student engagement through reading. — Joel Bezaire (@joelbezaire) January 9, 2018. Courtesy of Joel Bezaire). Novel study in pre-algebra.

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Digital Promise

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

Studies suggest that instructional coaching is one such thoughtful intervention, providing a critical form of professional development to improve teacher practice (Kraft, Blazar, & Hogan, 2018; Knight, 2007). Indicators of impactful technology use. The ITU Rubric is structured around two dimensions: frequency and proficiency.

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Digital Promise

MAY 23, 2019

To highlight some of the standout programs and great work that has taken place at Verizon Innovative Learning schools across the country over the course of the 2018-19 school year, we’re excited to announce the initiative’s annual Schools of Excellence Award winners. Verizon Innovative Learning schools standouts.

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

Andre Sasser (@MrsSasser) August 27, 2018. Peek into André’s classroom and you will find her students engaged in math conversation, working problems on the vertical whiteboards, or enjoying a Desmos activity. Her daily goal is to make math class an exciting experience for every student who walks through her door.

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techlearning

AUGUST 21, 2018

NEW YORK, NY – August 21, 2018 – School Library Journal(SLJ) has announced Ali Schilpp, a library media specialist from Northern Middle School in Accident, MD, as the 2018 School Librarian of the Year. To read the full article and learn more about the School Librarian of the Year Award, visit: [link].

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EdTech Magazine

MARCH 27, 2018

With Drones, Students Tackle Complex Topics. Tue, 03/27/2018 - 12:04. Three years ago, an innovative educator in Jersey City Public Schools ’ Division B introduced drones to a class of elementary students with autism. Her goal was to enhance student engagement, and the results from that experiment were encouraging.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 16, 2023

It can facilitate immersive learning environments , allowing educators to craft virtual classrooms or historical settings so that students engage in interactive and captivating lessons. But I would tell my students, We will learn from this. In 2018, I attended a workshop where I talked with a game-app developer.

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Digital Promise

JULY 12, 2018

In late April, League educators joined researchers and other leaders in the education industry at the spring 2018 League meeting in Charlotte, NC, to talk about the challenges they face and develop ideas for solutions. — Digital Promise (@DigitalPromise) April 26, 2018. — Devin Vodicka, EdD (@dvodicka) April 26, 2018.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 24, 2019

That idea gave way to DonorsChoose.org , a nonprofit where teachers can create projects and request resources to help their students, and then donors come in to put up the funds. In 2018, it reached classrooms in 52,000 schools, or nearly half of all public schools in the U.S.

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Neo LMS

DECEMBER 7, 2021

For years, I had my students participate in the Hour of Code during that time in December but did not do more than those activities. However, since first participating in the Hour of Code in December of 2018, I’ve tried to include more activities and bring in more resources for my students throughout the year.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

Tue, 11/20/2018 - 11:39. At 70 public schools in Louisiana, in partnership with Tulane University, a new program using data analytics to monitor student behavior has reduced the number of disciplinary incidents by 72 percent , according to a new study released by Tulane’s Education Research Alliance. . eli.zimmerman_9856.

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eSchool News

JULY 18, 2022

When we started the Orange County High School Esports League as a pilot program in January 2018, there was a lot of skepticism about bringing esports into schools and into classrooms.

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Waterford

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

Classroom discussions can be one of the best ways to boost student engagement. As students discuss their perspectives with each other, they’ll not only solidify their understanding of a topic—they may learn to see it in a new light, too. Additionally, whole classroom discussions engage students better than teacher-led lectures.[4]

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 18, 2018

Mon, 06/18/2018 - 17:46. As the growth in personalized learning initiatives has emphasized, students will exhibit differing aptitudes for subjects depending on their strengths. Public School District , have long used Big Data to track student performance and behavior to assess student needs. . eli.zimmerman_9856.

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 1, 2018

Fri, 06/01/2018 - 11:52. While IoT deployments are relatively new to education, industry observers expect the technology to make a big impact thanks to its potential to reduce costs, improve security and boost student engagement. Schools Need Robust Networks to Support Internet of Things. jena.passut_7651.

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 21, 2018

Thu, 06/21/2018 - 15:06. While teachers may always be the best line of defense for students falling behind, busy schedules don’t always permit the special attention and feedback that students need. Intelligent assistant solutions can also help teachers analyze student data and alter lesson plans to best benefit their classes.

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techlearning

JULY 2, 2018

–Boxlight Corporation (Nasdaq: BOXL), a leading provider of interactive technology solutions for the global education market, today announced that its interactive touch technology offering, MimioSpace, was named as a Best of Show winner by Tech & Learning at the 2018 International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Conference and Expo.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

Fri, 11/30/2018 - 17:11. K–12 schools are looking for new ways to connect qualified teachers with their students. While videoconferencing allows teachers to meet face-to-face with their students, some teachers may want to go beyond that to enhance student engagement. eli.zimmerman_9856.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 29, 2018

And AI-powered education platforms can help to improve student engagement with global culture and history. In 2018, NYC Media Lab worked alongside researchers, technologists, entrepreneurs and executives who are building educational technologies in these areas and more.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Fri, 09/14/2018 - 10:07. In the DLP program, coaches would ask teachers to choose from a list of challenges that commonly occur with students and then brainstorm how technological solutions could help. 5 Key Areas of Technology Professional Development for Teachers. eli.zimmerman_9856.

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EdTech Magazine

MARCH 6, 2019

A majority of administrators from elementary schools (64 percent), middle schools ( 83 percent ) and high schools ( 85 percent ) report they have already implemented one-to-one devices or see it as a primary goal, according to a 2018 K–12 leadership survey from the Consortium for School Networking. .

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Edsurge

JANUARY 30, 2018

The Stanford guest also said that she wants to see professors use VR in their classes to help students “engage in more critical inquiry of what virtual reality experiences might be like.”

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EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 13, 2018

Mon, 08/13/2018 - 10:17. While most teachers want to believe the best about their students, the reality is that skipping class, plagiarism and a host of other issues are behavioral challenges teachers grapple with daily. Technology Helps Teachers Prevent and Mitigate Bad Behavior in the Classroom. eli.zimmerman_9856.

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A Principal's Reflections

SEPTEMBER 30, 2018

In his meta-analysis of over 300 research studies, John Hattie found that direct instruction has above average gains when it comes to student results, specifically an effect size of 0.59. Practice Guided practice is when the students engage in learning target activities under the guidance of a support system that can assure success.

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Digital Promise

APRIL 17, 2019

As schools identify necessary actions within the network schools’ Theory of Action plans, educators who have learning needs in those areas (such as student engagement, assessment literacy, collaborative coaching, etc.) Micro-credentials are a solution to this need. Learn more about our work.

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Digital Promise

SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

By partnering with the ExCITe Center, for example, students engage in deep conversations and projects on marketing and branding. In collaboration with Little Giant, a creative firm, students are exposed to professions and the opportunity to exhibit their artwork for three months. — Kim Smith (@k12kimsmith) July 17, 2018.

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 4, 2018

Fri, 05/04/2018 - 11:39. All of these Internet of Things devices can make schools safer, improve student engagement and save schools and school districts significant money , according to a 2017 survey of K–12 professionals by CDW. Engagement. Schools Must Invest to Protect IoT Devices. jena.passut_7651. CDW VV2 Strategy.

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 19, 2019

Consider this statistic: As many as 8 million students were chronically absent from school during the 2015–2016 school year, up from 7.2 million two years earlier, according to national data released in 2018 by Attendance Works. That means 1 in 7 students missed 15 or more days of school.

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2019

Consider this statistic: As many as 8 million students were chronically absent from school during the 2015–2016 school year, up from 7.2 million two years earlier, according to national data released in 2018 by Attendance Works. That means 1 in 7 students missed 15 or more days of school.

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2019

Consider this statistic: As many as 8 million students were chronically absent from school during the 2015–2016 school year, up from 7.2 million two years earlier, according to national data released in 2018 by Attendance Works. That means 1 in 7 students missed 15 or more days of school.

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 17, 2019

Consider this statistic: As many as 8 million students were chronically absent from school during the 2015–2016 school year, up from 7.2 million two years earlier, according to national data released in 2018 by Attendance Works. That means 1 in 7 students missed 15 or more days of school.

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