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Purchasing Devices Does Not Equate to Learning

A Principal's Reflections

Every day I see new articles highlighting the millions of dollars; in some cases, spent to either begin to close or eradicate the digital divide. There are also forward-thinking districts who either purchase WIFI hotspots for kids or park WIFI-enabled busses around the community for family access.

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Are You a Critical Consumer?

A Principal's Reflections

In one respect everyone with a smartphone has instant access to information at any time and from anywhere. As we explored moving towards Bring Your Own Device ( BYOD ) in 2010, I was able to glean powerful insights and evidence of efficacy from the Forsyth County School District in Georgia. The result has been a double-edged sword.

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Computing, Cost Savings and the Cloud: The Value of Virtualization

EdTech Magazine

Even amid the proliferation of mobile technology in K–12 schools through BYOD programs and one-to-one computing, desktop computers remain a popular choice. Also, many Chromebook apps don't require internet access, which is another plus given the persistent “ homework gap ” faced by students who don’t have an internet connection at home.

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The IT solutions you need to succeed this year

eSchool News

Not only are there school-mandated devices, but the rise of BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) linked to the school’s network has the potential to cause major strain on a school’s IT system, both from campus and at home. Emerging technologies require teachers, students, and IT teams to develop new skills.

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Microsoft to Use TV White Space to Put Wi-Fi on Rural School Buses

EdTech Magazine

with high-speed internet to help bridge the “homework gap” that many rural students face because of lack of internet access at home. And without this access, many students fall behind. Superintendent Tom Phillips added: “Equitable access is a huge issue that affects not just school success but college and career readiness.

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Colleges Are Providing Tech to Students to Shrink the Digital Divide

Edsurge

When colleges in the California State University system sent students home from campus in spring 2020, it quickly became clear that some students lacked reliable access to the internet or computers through which to participate in their pandemic-era emergency remote courses. The Practice May Be Here to Stay.”

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Is BYOD A Cop-Out for Schools That Should Be Providing Technology to Students?

EdTechSandyK

Image Source This morning, I read an excellent article from The Journal called Why BYOD, Not Banning Cell Phones, is the Answer. I bookmarked it, because it lays out in detail the positive aspects of BYOD and gives great strategies for helping teachers help students use personal devices in learning. 1:1 BYOD BYOT'

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