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. Join the Community.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 24, 2024

Sponsored by ClassLink When you consider the power education has in launching a child’s future, giving every student the same interactions, services, and access becomes more than just a regulation; it becomes a guiding principle. Leaning on local advocacy groups or representatives for regular updates saves time and keeps you informed.

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edWeb.net

JANUARY 29, 2024

“It stuck with me,” he said, because most districts, especially smaller ones, may not have that kind of detail or level of expert access. According to Dr. Aiken, professional learning has to be continuous and timely because it only takes one person to click on the next “malicious dancing monkey meme accidentally.” Dr. Mark D.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Getting Creative With WiFi and Devices Thanks to local and federal funding, tech access got a jumpstart during the pandemic. Taking a more precise approach saves time and resources by accurately identifying which students require which type of access. Visit classlink.com to learn more.

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edWeb.net

APRIL 23, 2020

Every two or three years, state and federal laws regarding accessibility in education change. However, the goal is always the same: making sure that every student, at every level (classroom, building, district), has access to the resources they need to meet their learning goals. Highlights. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING.

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Reading By Example

MAY 3, 2016

My previous two posts have described how schools can improve access for students of color and students living in poverty to follow their passions and have more voice in choice in their learning. In the first post , I summarize an Education Week article by Dr. Kimberlee Everson who makes a strong case for schools to pursue these goals.

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Reading By Example

MAY 3, 2016

My previous two posts have described how schools can improve access for students of color and students living in poverty to follow their passions and have more voice in choice in their learning. In the first post , I summarize an Education Week article by Dr. Kimberlee Everson who makes a strong case for schools to pursue these goals.

Student Engagement 28

Student Engagement Assessment Survey STEM 28

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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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Ethics and Etiquette: Digital Citizenship and Equity of Access Fact-checking, proofreading, and discernment are necessary for addressing limitations in generative AI, but May-Vollmar believes that teaching students how to be good digital citizens is essential.

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Policies Guidelines Training Report 114

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. Join the Community.

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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. Join the Community.

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Learning Broadband Elementary Professional Learning 82

edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Embedded professional development is needed at all levels to take advantage of the benefits of tech for all students. 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. Adjust access and support accordingly.

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BYOD Smartphone Accessibility Advocacy 64

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 55

edWeb.net

APRIL 19, 2021

In Meriden Public Schools (CT), they are committed to promoting anytime, anywhere learning. Educational content needs to be available outside of the classroom and easy to access. If you do not invest in the professional development and the professional learning of teachers, you’re not going to get the most bang for your buck.”.

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Learning Blended Learning BYOD Professional Learning 54

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. Join the Community.

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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.

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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. But the pandemic and forced distance learning have exposed a plethora of inequities in schools that many district leaders now see as issues they must address. This article was modified and published by eSchool News.

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EdTech BYOD Accessibility Advocacy 61

edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

This article was modified and published by EdScoop and eSchool News. 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. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING. Benigni, Ed.D.

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Technology BYOD Advocacy Guidelines 53

edWeb.net

JULY 22, 2019

Schools are facing new challenges now that most learning involves the web—chiefly, the ability to do work at home or anywhere away from school grounds. While many are looking for ways to provide all students with a device, just having the device does not mean equitable learning. For instance, one barrier to access was library cards.

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Libraries Elementary Accessibility BYOD 41

edWeb.net

JUNE 17, 2020

Now, the presenters have encountered heretofore unthought-of costs like extended loaner devices, increased repair costs from home use, and distance learning options. 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.

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EdTech Outcomes BYOD Advocacy 53

edWeb.net

DECEMBER 10, 2019

While teachers may complain, having website filters and blocks can decrease the possibility of criminals accessing the schools’ tech through the web. Additional questions include: Who has access to data on site and at a vendor? This article was modified and published by EdScoop. Schools should also classify data (e.g.,

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Strategy Student Data Privacy Data Policies 53

edWeb.net

MARCH 1, 2020

This article was modified and published by EdScoop. Super-Connected is a free professional learning community on edWeb.net for school superintendents, district leadership, and aspiring district leaders. ClassLink empowers your students and teachers with instant access to their learning resources. Dr. Michael R.

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Online Assessments Assessment Student Data Privacy BYOD 52

edWeb.net

JUNE 4, 2019

This article was modified and published by EdScoop. He has presented regionally, statewide and nationally on topics that have a foundation in professional learning communities and innovative schools. ClassLink empowers your students and teachers with instant access to their learning resources. About the Presenters.

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EdTech Digital Badges Software Outcomes 53

edWeb.net

MARCH 19, 2019

Embed Technology in Instructional Practice: If students are going to be tested with tech, then they need to be learning that way on a regular basis. This means, said Robbins, that principals and superintendents need to understand the realities of home tech access for their students. Do they have reliable Wi-Fi? About the Presenters.

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Online Assessments Assessment PowerMyLearning BYOD 43

edWeb.net

JANUARY 22, 2019

While the presenters named several reasons they chose to move to the cloud, their top reason was equitable access to edtech. First, all programs are accessible to all students and teachers. If one pathway goes down, students and teachers will still have access. This article was modified and published by EdScoop and eSchool News.

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EdTech PowerMyLearning Software BYOD 40

edWeb.net

DECEMBER 18, 2018

Lilly explained that his schools, for instance, have frequent administrative access audits to ensure they can’t see information, like social security numbers, they shouldn’t. With few on-site licenses, educators and students will have no access to their materials. This article was modified and published by EdScoop.

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PowerMyLearning Data BYOD Training 40

edWeb.net

MAY 7, 2021

Access and connectivity must be equitable. Without devices and the tech tools needed for online learning, many students will not have a quality virtual education (especially when remote teaching and learning happen every day!). Professional Learning. Dr. Aaron Spence. Dr. Karen Garza. Join the Community.

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Learning Data Outcomes Survey 97

edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

Make equitable access a priority. Typically, one goal of a 1:1 environment is 24/7 access to learning for both students and teachers. Many students, though, may not have ready access to the Internet at home. This article was modified and published by EdScoop. The panelists noted that this process can take years.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

This article was modified and published by EdScoop. Super-Connected is a free professional learning community on edWeb.net for school superintendents, district leadership, and aspiring district leaders. ClassLink empowers your students and teachers with instant access to their learning resources.

Student Data Privacy 40

Student Data Privacy Data Policies BYOD 40

edWeb.net

JULY 31, 2019

School- and district-wide wireless internet access is no longer a nice-to-have—it’s a must have. And with staff, teachers, parents, and students needing 24/7 access, there’s never a good time for down time. This article was modified and published by EdScoop. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING. About the Presenters.

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BYOD Data Software Training 43

techlearning

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

www.getalma.com ) Alma Technologies has announced it is allowing any SQL-based business intelligence tool, such as Tableau and Jaspersoft, to access data from its modern, student information system and learning management system. Software & Online ALMA TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

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NeverEndingSearch

DECEMBER 20, 2017

The twenty assessments include: Evaluating Wikipedia : Students evaluate the trustworthiness of an article on Wikipedia, assessing whether they can reason about the specific features that make a Wikipedia article more or less reliable. Comparing Articles : Students determine whether a news story or a sponsored post is more reliable.

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Assessment Analysis Social Media Libraries 60

edWeb.net

OCTOBER 1, 2019

But by including links to web pages, inviting users to download a paper or view a demo, or asking them to perform a concrete action, more specific analytics will be accessible. This article was modified and published by eSchool News. This edWebinar was sponsored by SIIA. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING. About the Presenters.

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Social Media Education Industry Policies 41

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

Click here to register to attend the conference live or to have access to the conference recordings afterwards. Ozelle Stephen, Rev/Director of Education, Miridians Elementary School, Centre of Enabling Support Foundation, Uganda Access to Quality education Opportunities, Good Health + Well-being for all.

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