Graphite Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Free, expansive digital library unlocks treasure trove of books Bottom line: This large collection of books and videos on a wide variety of topics is an easy -- and free -- enhancement to any classroom library. Unlimited Books for Kids. Imagine Math. TypingClub.

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Khan Academy Classroom Assessment Exercises 40

eSchool News

JANUARY 5, 2024

From how to delve into the nuances of student learning and removing the heavy lift of teachers trying to figure out how to individualize instruction, to enabling someone like me to speak in seven languages so that I may express ideas or collaborate with others from around the world, AI holds endless potential.

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Trends EdTech Industry Data 52

Hack Education

DECEMBER 9, 2017

I have learned so much in the intervening years, and my analysis then strikes me as incredibly naive and shallow. Computing platforms have different abstraction levels, including a computer architecture, an OS, or runtime libraries. A computing platform is the stage on which computer programs can run.

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Technology Pearson LMS Edmodo 62

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

OCTOBER 17, 2011

ANNOUNCEMENTS The Library 2.011 worldwide virtual conference is almost here! Huge thanks to the San Jose State University School of Library and Information Science , the founding sponsor of the conference. There is lots of fun below, and especially don''t miss the first weekly recorded podcast with Audrey Watters!

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Knewton Pearson E-rate Education 43

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

OCTOBER 24, 2011

Teachers and the Future of Education" (the importance of teacher voice in education discussions, "Hack Your Education" (thinking about self-directed learning--Audrey''s in this proposal), and "Technology, Pedagogy, and the Silver Bullet" (addressing the myopia of some ed tech business ventures). November 2 - 4, all online, all free.

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Khan Academy Education STEM Blackboard 44

Edsurge

JUNE 19, 2020

This is already evident in the latest national job-market data, which shows a 15 percent unemployment rate for high school graduates with no college and 13 percent for those with some college or an associate degree—compared to 7 percent for individuals with a bachelor’s or higher.

Learning 185

Learning Digital Badges E-rate MOOC 185

techlearning

MARCH 5, 2018

Software & Online ACCELERATE LEARNING STEMSCOPES SCIENCE ( www.stemscopes.com ) Accelerate Learning announced a new platform using the best of CNN’s digital content to create a new science education product. to streamline workflows for assessment and data analysis. Incorporating end user feedback, the 10.0 Illuminate 10.0

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Epson Blackboard Pearson STEM 49

eSchool News

DECEMBER 25, 2023

— Russ Davis, Founder and CEO, SchoolStatus Districts will see the value in data-driven instructional coaching. As we begin the fourth straight year impacted by COVID pandemic learning disruptions, the challenge of retaining high quality teachers is a critical issue in U.S. –Patty Hagan, Teaching and Learning Coach, St.

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EdTech Learning Industry Data 68

Hack Education

APRIL 14, 2017

.” Edsurge profiles Lexia Learning in a new research series paid for by a variety of investors and corporations. No mention that Lexia Learning is owned by Rosetta Stone. Via CMX : “ How Edcamp Scaled Up 1,500 Community Events Connecting Educators All Over the World.” The learn-to-code company has raised $1.19

Education 44

Education E-rate MOOC Data 44

eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

This shift not only makes learning more engaging but also allows for more up-to-date and easily accessible information. Edtech has personalized the learning experience for K-12 students. Adaptive learning platforms and educational apps cater to individual learning styles and paces, enabling students to progress at their own rate.

Technology 73

Technology Education Adaptive Learning Accessibility 73

Hack Education

JANUARY 19, 2018

Here’s Edsurge’s take on the AEI event. And more online education news in the “Betteridge’s Law of Headlines” section and in the research and data section below. ” More news about a data breach at a testing company in the infosec section below. “The U.S. Go, School Sports Team!

Education 44

Education Elsevier MOOC Knewton 44

Hack Education

DECEMBER 30, 2019

That being said, if you’re using a piece of technology that’s free, it’s likely that your personal data is being sold to advertisers or at the very least hoarded as a potential asset (and used, for example, to develop some sort of feature or algorithm). It works well, that is, if you disregard student data privacy and security.

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Pearson MOOC Company Software 145

Hack Education

MAY 13, 2016

Via the AP : “A policy that would nearly triple the number of University of California student-athletes guaranteed continued financial aid in the event of a career-ending sports injury received unanimous approval Wednesday from a committee of the university’s governing board.” Data, Privacy, and Surveillance.

Education 52

Education Pearson Report MOOC 52

Hack Education

APRIL 28, 2017

Senators Introduce Bill to Keep Government Research Data Publicly Available (Preserving Data in Government Act).” Via KIRO7 : “Charges filed after University of Washington shooting outside Milo Yiannopoulos event.” ” There’s a data dashboard, so you know it simply has to be useful.

Education 47

Education E-rate Company Kaplan 47

Hack Education

JUNE 24, 2016

” “Schools, Libraries Miss Out on Millions in E-Rate Funds,” according to EdTech Magazine – some $245 million for the 2014 fiscal year. “ 14 projects win 2016 Knight News Challenge on Libraries.” ” Funny headline as most of the speakers at this annual event aren’t actually educators.

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Coursera Education E-rate Company 60