edWeb.net

APRIL 22, 2019

While the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) was last reauthorized in 2004, with amendments in 2015, and the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) were updated back in 2008, the demand for accessibility and equality in education continues to grow. Step 4: Conduct regular accessibility audits.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 20, 2023

What’s more, only 22 percent of educators surveyed strongly agree that administrators in their school districts are equipped with the necessary information to communicate options for high-speed internet access at home. Ensuring all ACP-eligible families are signed up is equally important in supporting district connectivity goals.

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NeverEndingSearch

OCTOBER 12, 2020

I’ve read their books and articles. And we thought by enabling individual members to reach out with their challenges, we’ll have enough of us involved that someone on our team is likely to have experience in meeting a specific challenges. It also means access to school librarians. I’ve heard them speak.

Advocacy 81

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The Hechinger Report

OCTOBER 12, 2020

In the wake of the pandemic, our obligation is not just to go “back to normal,” but to build a new workforce development system designed to meet the needs of today’s dynamic economy. What would such a program look like? But that’s only the beginning. It would facilitate learning while earning. Sign up for the Hechinger newsletter.

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Policies Advocacy Mobility Accessibility 122

eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Key points: School libraries have evolved to offer students and teachers everything they need See article: Modern students need modern librarians See article: 10 reasons we love school librarians For more news on school libraries, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching page What makes an effective school library?

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Libraries Social Media Handbook eBook 91

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JUNE 1, 2023

She has written articles on these topics for Knowledge Quest, American Libraries Magazine , The Library Assessment Conference, and ALA’s Office of Intellectual Freedom Blog. Her research interests include information access and intellectual freedom and censorship. She is a member of the Mapping Information Access research team.

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Libraries Conference Policies Advocacy 76

Iterating Toward Openness

MAY 8, 2019

The most recent issue of IRRODL included an article titled Effectiveness of OER Use in First-Year Higher Education Students’ Mathematical Course Performance: A Case Study , by Juan I. Venegas-Muggli and Werner Westermann. The fact that the final exam was the same for everyone makes this a valid comparative measure of students’ performance.

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Khan Academy OER Case Study System 106

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MAY 22, 2023

She has written articles on these topics for Knowledge Quest, American Libraries Magazine , The Library Assessment Conference, and ALA’s Office of Intellectual Freedom Blog. Her research interests include information access and intellectual freedom and censorship. She is a member of the Mapping Information Access research team.

Libraries 67

Libraries Conference Policies Advocacy 67

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MAY 3, 2023

She has written articles on these topics for Knowledge Quest, American Libraries Magazine , The Library Assessment Conference, and ALA’s Office of Intellectual Freedom Blog. Her research interests include information access and intellectual freedom and censorship. She is a member of the Mapping Information Access research team.

Libraries 68

Libraries Conference Policies Advocacy 68

EdNews Daily

JULY 30, 2019

Corinne Roller, director of advocacy and public policy for the nonprofit group Girls Who Code , says the proportion of women in computing jobs has actually been trending downward over the last few decades. “If To help meet this need, Girls Who Code has created free curriculum materials built around female role models, called Women in Tech.

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How To Robotics Industry Advocacy 200

edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Smartphones don’t equal home access: Students may have a phone, but that doesn’t mean they have home WiFi, unlimited data, or live in an area with a strong signal. Teachers have access issues too: Not all teachers have high-speed internet or unlimited data either. Adjust access and support accordingly. LISTEN TO THE PODCAST.

BYOD 66

BYOD Smartphone Accessibility Advocacy 66

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JUNE 5, 2023

She has written articles on these topics for Knowledge Quest, American Libraries Magazine , The Library Assessment Conference, and ALA’s Office of Intellectual Freedom Blog. Her research interests include information access and intellectual freedom and censorship. She is a member of the Mapping Information Access research team.

Libraries 56

Libraries Conference Policies Advocacy 56

The Hechinger Report

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

The growth has helped it stay competitive within the Ivy League and meet its broader ambitions to become a global institution. Bollinger, who declined to comment for this article, told community leaders and neighborhood groups that the university had changed since the 1968 upheaval. I wanted to take exactly the opposite approach.”

Policies 117

Policies Meeting Study Advocacy 117

edWeb.net

DECEMBER 29, 2020

In Wake County, district leadership intentionally adopted policies and frameworks and provided time and expectations around teachers meeting together as a professional learning team. CoSN provides thought leadership resources, community, best practices and advocacy tools to help leaders succeed in the digital transformation.

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Professional Learning Technology Learning Lenovo 98

edWeb.net

JUNE 25, 2021

Looking through the lens of three district leaders, a recent edWebinar , sponsored by ClassLink and co-hosted by CoSN and AASA , highlighted how school districts are working with their staff and students to assure accessibility for all. Step 4: Conduct Regular Accessibility Audits.

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System Learning Guidelines Policies 56

edWeb.net

AUGUST 3, 2021

Rural communities have unique challenges, ranging from poverty and vast travel distances to a lack of affordable internet access. These rural districts face the four significant challenges: broadband access, funding, people, and understanding the “why.” Challenges.

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Broadband E-rate BYOD Accessibility 98

Doug Levin

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

The tastemaker in this case is an article from David Bainbridge claiming, “Edtech is the next fintech.” Tagged on: September 23, 2017 Forget what you’ve been told about edtech | TechCrunch → Patrick Brothers writes: "Investors are incessant in their hunt for the next emerging market. The investment du jour?

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Doug Levin

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

The tastemaker in this case is an article from David Bainbridge claiming, “Edtech is the next fintech.” Tagged on: September 23, 2017 Forget what you’ve been told about edtech | TechCrunch → Patrick Brothers writes: "Investors are incessant in their hunt for the next emerging market. The investment du jour?

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EdTech Industry Survey Laptops 150

edWeb.net

MARCH 11, 2020

The goal of digital equity is to ensure that all students have access to devices, high-speed internet, and opportunities to learn both in school and out. One of the struggles in Wisconsin is digital learning days, where students with limited or no access to WIFI at home cannot access their education.

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Edcamps Accessibility Advocacy Mobility 54

Shake Up Learning

JULY 5, 2022

Together they discuss how inclusive learning is meeting the needs of all learners. Listen to this article. . He appreciates how these tools have so many accessibility pieces “baked” into them. The post Fighting Exclusion: Shake Up Inclusive Learning – SULS0164 appeared first on Shake Up Learning. Click To Tweet.

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Assistive Technology Learning Strategy Resources 96

Edsurge

AUGUST 13, 2020

It’s restructuring the relationship between a student and his or her institution,” says James Toscano, president of Partners for College Affordability and Public Trust , the nonprofit advocacy organization that is taking the lead in promoting the bill of rights. This is a consumer-protection agenda.

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Advocacy Policies Conference Data 157

The Hechinger Report

APRIL 12, 2017

NOTE: While this lesson plan was written to address funding cuts in Louisiana’s college scholarship program, it may be adapted to efforts to ensure access to postsecondary institutions outside the Bayou State. Learn a simple advocacy technique that gets members of the community involved in a relevant legislative/policymaking process.

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Advocacy Data Report Accessibility 49

edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

Next, once the mission is clear, leaders should work with the tech team and teachers to ensure that the technology will meet those goals. This article was modified and published by EdScoop and eSchool News. ClassLink empowers your students and teachers with instant access to their learning resources. About the Presenters.

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Technology BYOD Advocacy Guidelines 53

edWeb.net

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Faced with fast-changing instructional models, varying infection rates, decreasing revenue sources, and a variety of natural disasters, how can education finance officials meet the short-term needs of their districts as well as longer-term requirements? This article was modified and published by eSchool News. LISTEN TO THE PODCAST.

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EdTech Guidelines Policies Secondary 97

edWeb.net

APRIL 19, 2021

Educational content needs to be available outside of the classroom and easy to access. In addition to leading the Meriden Public Schools to its highest academic scores in district history, Dr. Benigni has presented at national conferences, taught doctorate classes, and published a book and numerous articles.

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Learning Blended Learning BYOD Professional Learning 55

edWeb.net

MAY 21, 2021

When asked about the hurdles that happened due to schools closing on March 13th, 2020, all four presenters agreed that broadband, not devices, challenged their districts to provide equitable access to learning no matter their districts’ geographic location or demographics. Dr. Wright serves on the CoSN Superintendent Advisory Panel.

Learning 85

Learning Broadband Elementary Professional Learning 85

NeverEndingSearch

JULY 21, 2021

Is that academic leadership and advocacy being spread those through universities to their school librarian alumni? Is there an infiltration of leadership and advocacy coming from those universities that also helps to encourage school librarian employment in those states? 49-52) article, some schools had leveled staffing to a.5

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Study Libraries E-rate Data 99

edWeb.net

JULY 15, 2020

Before COVID-19, home internet access for all students was a goal—one that some districts even thought they had achieved. David Miyashiro, Superintendent, Cajon Valley School District (CA), called the false positives of 100% home internet access. This article was modified and published by eSchool News. About the Presenters.

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EdTech BYOD Accessibility Advocacy 62

edWeb.net

MAY 19, 2020

The current crisis has highlighted the disparity between students with and without equitable access to technology, especially in rural schools. One of the first challenges rural districts face is broadband access. With not all kids having the same access, they need to figure out how to develop lessons to accommodate all students.

BYOD 55

BYOD Broadband EdTech Elementary 55

eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Key points: Current education trends point to personalization and accessibility Keeping up with current trends in education is essential for educators Learn more about K-12 Tech Innovation News In the dynamic landscape of K-12 education, several trends are shaping the way students learn and educators teach.

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Trends Education Robotics Blended Learning 52

edWeb.net

JUNE 17, 2020

Some are also becoming de facto internet service providers as they try to provide WiFi accessibility. This article was modified and published by eSchool News. Today, Ann is based in Los Angeles working as a public speaker, writer, and education consultant focused on leadership and planning to meet the needs of today’s students.

EdTech 53

EdTech Outcomes BYOD Advocacy 53

The Cornerstone for Teachers

JANUARY 19, 2022

When I first read an article from the New York Times, I admit I didn’t pay it much attention. Next thing I know, colleagues are sending me articles about Culturally Responsive Teaching and Social Emotional Learning being put under fire. I figured they would realize their blunder and just sweep it under the proverbial rug and move on.

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Policies Social Media Meeting Examples 72

edWeb.net

OCTOBER 20, 2020

A key element in any remote or hybrid scenario is equitable access to technology, and Dr. Domenech cited an estimate that as many as 14 million students still don’t have the equipment they need to receive an equitable education in areas where schools may be closed. ClassLink Analytics gives decision makers the usage data they need.

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Guidelines Trends BYOD Data 94

edWeb.net

MARCH 1, 2020

When issues arise, in-person meetings are best. This article was modified and published by EdScoop. Today, Ann is based in Los Angeles working as a public speaker, writer, and education consultant focused on leadership and planning to meet the needs of today’s students. Communication isn’t just about talking to the families.

Online Assessments 53

Online Assessments Assessment Student Data Privacy BYOD 53

edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

As schools and districts strive to meet their existing technology needs and prepare for the future, access to federal and state funding, along with other grants, is making a major difference in whether students engage in 21 st century learning or are left behind. Accessing the E-Rate and Matching State Funds.

E-rate 43

E-rate EdTech Broadband Digital Divide 43

edWeb.net

JULY 22, 2019

All students need to have the same access to WiFi, and thus the ability to use the device, whether they are at school or not. Equitable access should be a part of a larger discussion about how the schools are serving their students’ needs. For instance, one barrier to access was library cards. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING.

Libraries 41

Libraries Elementary Accessibility BYOD 41

edWeb.net

MARCH 19, 2019

This means, said Robbins, that principals and superintendents need to understand the realities of home tech access for their students. Also be aware of the critics, and make sure that you meet with them and understand what their concerns are because, again, it only takes a few negatives to really disrupt a good practice.”.

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Online Assessments Assessment PowerMyLearning BYOD 44