edWeb.net

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Why should professional learning be a part of every technology initiative? ” Every single student should have access to an educator who can integrate technology into the lessons, and every teacher should have the support of administrators who understand how technology can enhance the learning process. .”

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Professional Learning Technology Learning BYOD 81

edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

Despite universal concerns about student data privacy, communicating school policies can quickly overwhelm school leaders. CoSN has stepped in with guidance for superintendents and principals to help them with several aspects of student data privacy, including best practices for informing the community. Then, start with the basics.

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Student Data Privacy Data Policies BYOD 40

edWeb.net

MARCH 7, 2023

Learn more about this edWeb broadcast, “ Addressing Technology’s Diversity and Equity Through District Policies, Practices, and Personnel ,” presented by CoSN and AASA , and sponsored by ClassLink. ClassLink empowers your students and teachers with instant access to their learning resources.

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Technology Policies BYOD Advocacy 93

edWeb.net

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Moore says that before any rollout of sustainable and effective professional learning, there are four factors that school leaders must consider. Moore says that before any rollout of sustainable and effective professional learning, there are four factors that school leaders must consider.

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Professional Learning Technology Learning Lenovo 98

edWeb.net

MAY 9, 2023

Sponsored by ClassLink Through the Driving K-12 Innovation series, CoSN continues to share high-quality trend reports supporting emerging technology in K-12 education to transform learning. So, with a robust learning environment, students can transform from order takers to innovators.

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Technology Broadband Education BYOD 83

edWeb.net

MARCH 21, 2022

Due to pandemic-driven increases in school districts’ purchases of devices and software, there’s now a need to develop cohesive systems in which data can be transferred and analyzed quickly and easily in order to improve student outcomes and district operations. This makes for little or no manual data entry and uploading of spreadsheets.

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Technology Analysis Software BYOD 74

edWeb.net

MAY 21, 2021

The 2021 Driving K-12 Innovation report released by CoSN selected the most critical Hurdles (challenges), Accelerators (mega-trends), and Tech Enablers (tools) that school districts are facing with personalized learning, innovation, and digital equity. Kelley reflected that tech enablers and system thinking would drive the following year.

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Learning Broadband Elementary Professional Learning 82

edWeb.net

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Data Breach. Teaching and Learning–Again, this is all about planning. Learn more about this edWeb broadcast, “ Cybersecurity in Today’s Learning Environments: What School Leaders Must Know and Do ,” sponsored by ClassLink and co-hosted by CoSN and AASA. ClassLink Analytics gives decision makers the usage data they need.

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BYOD Advocacy Assistive Technology System 79

edWeb.net

JUNE 25, 2021

One of the biggest challenges in creating and leading equitable learning systems is building staff capacity. While data sometimes gets a bad rap, Dr. Salvatore emphasizes audits allow us to identify weaknesses and successes regarding accessibility in school districts. Step 3: Build Staff Capacity. Dr. Michael Salvatore.

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System Learning Guidelines Policies 55

edWeb.net

APRIL 19, 2021

According to the Oxford English Dictionary, blended learning is a style of education in which students learn via electronic and online media and traditional face-to-face teaching. In a recent edWebinar , sponsored by ClassLink and co-hosted by CoSN and AASA , the presenters talked about leading learning in a blended environment.

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Learning Blended Learning BYOD Professional Learning 54

edWeb.net

AUGUST 18, 2022

Remote learning. But there are also some innovations and opportunities, like virtual professional learning, that they don’t want to forget. Assessments need to evolve: Students don’t need a formal test to assess whether they learned a concept or not. Mask mandates. Weekly testing and contact tracing. Join the Community.

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BYOD Advocacy Professional Learning System 78

edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Learn more about this edWeb broadcast, “ Leadership Strategies for Scaling, Sustaining, and Budgeting for Education Technology Innovations ,” sponsored by ClassLink and co-hosted by CoSN and AASA. CoSN provides thought leadership resources, community, best practices and advocacy tools to help leaders succeed in the digital transformation.

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Technology Education BYOD Advocacy 76

edWeb.net

JUNE 29, 2022

David Childress, Director of Technology for the district, noted that it is always a challenge to use technology in innovative ways based on best practices, but in Louisa, they learned to be clever with technology. This strategy allowed the district to promptly get these units out into the field to impact student learning immediately.

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Strategy Digital Divide BYOD Advocacy 84

edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

All conversations start with why: Get all constituents involved from the beginning—even students and teachers—as to how the schools might adopt digital learning. 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.

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BYOD Smartphone Accessibility Advocacy 64

edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

As individuals, district tech leaders may be sued by families whose data was compromised by a security breach. Teaching and Learning. Cybersecurity and cyber safety impacts teaching and learning, especially in this era of digital learning. According to Matthew J. Student Digital Records. The Threats. About the Host.

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Strategy System Data BYOD 88

edWeb.net

AUGUST 19, 2021

In the case of Santa Fe, they had to help the community understand the tech was there to enhance the teaching and learning process, not replace the student-teacher relationship. He is passionate about continuous improvement, enjoys engaging in global professional learning networks, and serves on numerous local and national boards.

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Advocacy BYOD Accessibility Strategy 89

edWeb.net

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Also needed are trauma-informed and trauma-skilled schools so that teachers are prepared to work with students who may have experienced severe hardships as well as learning loss. Hurdles, Accelerators, and Tech Enablers. At this point, “digital equity is not just a divide, it’s a chasm.”. Redefining School and Resetting Expectations.

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Guidelines Trends BYOD Data 92

edWeb.net

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Many school districts are now going through a process of determining which pandemic-related practices should be kept, improved, or discarded, and the use of remote and blended learning technologies is frequently being raised during these types of discussions. Improving the use of the various types of assessment data is another priority.

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Technology Blended Learning BYOD Assessment 92

edWeb.net

DECEMBER 10, 2019

Do you know where your data is stored? With the increased emphasis on student data privacy, many school leaders might think they have a handle on cyber security. Know the life of your data. This starts with knowing where the data is stored (on site, in the cloud, where the back-up files are, etc.). About the Host.

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Strategy Student Data Privacy Data Policies 53

edWeb.net

MARCH 5, 2021

In the edWebinar, “Strategic Technology Planning and Investment: Priorities, Cost and Impacts in Today’s Learning Environments,” sponsored by ClassLink and co-hosted by CoSN and AASA , three superintendents shared how they turn their stakeholders into advocates for a sustainable technology system in their districts. Join the Community.

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EdTech BYOD Training Advocacy 60

edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

Beyond just the ability to pivot and be prepared for any type of learning, the pandemic has brought new concerns with “Zoom bombing” and increased outside access to school networks. Liability: Of course, the main concern is with a data breach and the district’s responsibility. By Stacey Pusey. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING.

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BYOD System Data Advocacy 97

edWeb.net

AUGUST 3, 2021

All four superintendents agreed that having solid foundations before COVID-19 has been instrumental in supporting both families and staff with remote learning. Super-Connected is a free professional learning community on edWeb.net for school superintendents, district leadership, and aspiring district leaders. Join the Community.

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Broadband E-rate BYOD Accessibility 98

edWeb.net

MAY 19, 2020

During CoSN and ClassLink’s edWebinar, “ Leading Digital Transformations in Rural School Districts,” the presenters talked about how the situation with COVID-19 amplifies the obstacles rural schools face transitioning to a 21st century learning environment. ClassLink Analytics gives decision makers the usage data they need.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

And depending on their background and experience, not everyone is supportive of tech-infused learning. Yet, 1:1 classrooms, BYOD, and tech-supported education are today’s reality. Everyone in the community regardless of if they have a child in the school should understand how funding the technology has improved student learning.

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Technology BYOD Advocacy Guidelines 53

edWeb.net

MARCH 1, 2020

Whether schools are 1:1 or still relying on computer carts, the move to online assessments creates new needs from devices to professional development to data privacy policies. Learning goals heavily influence tools and resources for assessment. Teachers use classroom tech to support learning goals outside of the assessments.

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Online Assessments Assessment Student Data Privacy BYOD 52

edWeb.net

MARCH 19, 2019

During their presentation, “Online Assessment: An Evolving Landscape and New Opportunities,” they discussed the lessons they learned when they made the transition and what they would change if they could. Use Assessment Data Effectively: Leaders shouldn’t rely on teachers knowing how to use and share the data with students and families.

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Online Assessments Assessment PowerMyLearning BYOD 43

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. With schools planning for potential shutdowns at later dates and with potential changes to learning overall, these costs must be considered immediately. Louis University.

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EdTech Outcomes BYOD Advocacy 53

edWeb.net

APRIL 23, 2020

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. The key lesson all of the presenters learned is that technology related to accessibility benefits the entire school community. Highlights.

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Accessibility Digital Badges Elementary BYOD 56

edWeb.net

JULY 15, 2020

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. While families could drive students to school and sit in the parking lot to gain internet access, it’s not an ideal learning situation.

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EdTech BYOD Accessibility Advocacy 61

edWeb.net

DECEMBER 18, 2018

School management needs to take reasonable steps to ensure protection beyond data sharing policies. Professional Reputation: As evidenced by recent incidents, stories about data hacks stay in the news for many cycles. All presenters have heard of school officials losing their jobs from data breaches. Join the Community.

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PowerMyLearning Data BYOD Training 40

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. Create a Common Vision : As Dr. Carol L.

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Libraries Elementary Accessibility BYOD 41

edWeb.net

JULY 31, 2019

Two or more data centers and/or cloud services: If schools need multiple ways to access their data and programs, they also need multiple ways to ensure that their data is secure. For smaller districts, Robbins said budget and resource might put a high-end data center out of reach.

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BYOD Data Software Training 43

edWeb.net

JANUARY 22, 2019

For administrators looking to take the focus of edtech away from upkeep and back to learning, moving to the cloud could be the answer. The detailed data helps administrators make informed purchasing decisions. ClassLink empowers your students and teachers with instant access to their learning resources. Join the Community.

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EdTech PowerMyLearning Software BYOD 40

edWeb.net

JUNE 4, 2019

Student outcomes and budget management: Basically, this means schools need to balance their learning goals and desired impact on the students and teachers with a realistic budget. He has presented regionally, statewide and nationally on topics that have a foundation in professional learning communities and innovative schools.

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EdTech Digital Badges Software Outcomes 53

edWeb.net

APRIL 22, 2019

During the edWebinar “ Accessibility: Effective, Equitable Learning Environments for All Students,” which is part of a series hosted by CoSN and edWeb.net, the presenters discussed how they approach CoSN’s five steps to ensure accessibility. Both sides need to do their due diligence as the goal is to remove barriers to student learning.

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Accessibility PowerMyLearning Guidelines Policies 40

edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

During an edWebinar for the Empowered Superintendent series, “Leadership for Mobile Learning: Creating a Shared Vision,” the presenters said school leaders, though, often miss key parts of the planning process and end up with useless “hunks of plastic.” This is especially important because the tech will change over the lifecycle of the plan.

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PowerMyLearning Mobile Learning BYOD iPad 40

edWeb.net

JUNE 16, 2023

Beyond making learning fun and increasing rigor and standards, the district had to ensure that all students had tech access at all times—in school and at home—across its 57 campuses and surrounding neighborhoods. Parents can also access the LMS to see what their children are learning.

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Accessibility LMS Chromebook Digital Divide 85