edWeb.net

MARCH 7, 2023

Sponsored by ClassLink Technology equity has evolved over the years, and we must be open to the needs of tomorrow, next year, and five years down the road. The panelists prioritize equity in their districts by initiating policies for equitable access and effective use of technology.

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edWeb.net

JANUARY 18, 2023

Total Cost of Ownership Educational technology comes with direct and indirect costs. Using the total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis addresses the initial investment and the operational and support costs over the life of the investment for a district’s technology environment.

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Technology Outcomes BYOD Advocacy 91

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. Educators must consider how social-emotional needs are enhanced or diminished with varying technology uses and reimaging norms.

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Technology Broadband Education BYOD 84

RafranzDavis.com

JULY 10, 2016

It would be years before I found “my voice” again in my teaching and advocacy. Prior to getting there though, I may or may not have kissed a ton of “edu-frogs” in terms of buying into books and models that helped me “structure learning” in the garden that I came to believe that learning needed to be.

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edWeb.net

JANUARY 26, 2023

Sponsored by ClassLink While giving all students access to high-speed internet and a working computer are strong steps towards creating equitable learning opportunities, there’s one area schools often miss: technical assistance for students with learning differences. There are some items, like larger monitors, they can have ready.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Savvas is proud to call out Johnston County Public Schools as an outstanding example of K-12 success using enVision — a true “K-12 Hero” using its innovative education technology. Cleveland successfully secured funding to expand to these 25 elementary schools, bringing Hazel services to more than 25,000 additional students in the district.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 10, 2021

Social-emotional learning (SEL) and technology might not seem like natural partners. But, according to the presenters in the edWebinar, “ Social-Emotional Learning: Leveraging Technology to Care for All,” sponsored by ClassLink and co-hosted by CoSN and AASA , technology is an essential part of their programs.

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Technology BYOD Learning Advocacy 93

edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

In “ Leadership Strategies for Scaling, Sustaining, and Budgeting for Education Technology Innovations ,” three education leaders discussed critical strategic technology planning and investments implemented in their districts to scale and sustain long-term innovation effectively. Sustaining. Scaling Innovation.

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Technology Education BYOD Advocacy 77

edWeb.net

MARCH 21, 2022

Michael Conner, Superintendent of the Middletown Public Schools (CT), there may now be a need for “strategic abandonment” of software and systems that do not work well with other parts of a district’s technology infrastructure. ClassLink Roster Server easily and securely delivers class rosters to any publisher using open technology standards.

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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. Professional Learning, Family Connections, and Community Engagement.

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Technology Blended Learning BYOD Assessment 93

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Tamiko Hatcher, a dedicated educator and the director of Special Programs at Akron Public Schools in Ohio, displays visionary leadership and steadfast commitment to implementing innovative education technologies to transform the educational experience for the students in his district. Her advocacy resulted in $1.5

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Reading By Example

OCTOBER 21, 2017

We ceased using a few other technologies as well, each for different reasons. The idea of collective commitments comes from the Professional Learning Community literature, specifically Learning by Doing, 3rd edition. I also shared the report with Renaissance Learning, the maker of Accelerated Reader.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Therefore, assessing privacy and compliance policies and practices related to the systemwide use of technology is a continual priority. Super-Connected is a free professional learning community for school superintendents, district leadership, and aspiring district leaders. Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast.

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edWeb.net

AUGUST 18, 2022

But there are also some innovations and opportunities, like virtual professional learning, that they don’t want to forget. Moreover, as students are in different places developmentally, their learning shouldn’t all look the same. Give the whole school community a voice: In-person meetings, Google Forms, surveys, etc.—schools

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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. Everyone in the community regardless of if they have a child in the school should understand how funding the technology has improved student learning. Join the Community.

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Technology BYOD Advocacy Guidelines 53

edWeb.net

AUGUST 19, 2021

He is passionate about continuous improvement, enjoys engaging in global professional learning networks, and serves on numerous local and national boards. For the last two years, she has served as the assistant superintendent over educational and technology services. Department of Commerce. Dr. Ryan has a Ph.D.

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edWeb.net

APRIL 23, 2022

Teachers can no longer download any app they want and use it the same day—every piece of instructional technology must be vetted for how it relates to educational goals and checked against software the school already has. More important, though, every piece of technology must adhere to the district’s student data privacy policies.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 29, 2022

We ask applicants to describe how they provide leadership on digital equity, build community, implement technology, and develop public and private partnerships that impact sustainable programming,” he said. Super-Connected is a free professional learning community for school superintendents, district leadership, and aspiring district leaders.

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Strategy Digital Divide BYOD Advocacy 85

edWeb.net

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Teaching and Learning–Again, this is all about planning. Schools rely on so much technology for instruction, from attendance to collecting assignments, and for day-to-day operations (e.g., Of particular concern are students who use any form of assistive technology. school lunches). Don’t let teachers download that app!).

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JANUARY 7, 2019

This professional learning event includes thought-provoking practitioner and expert panelists, student speakers, and an interactive design thinking challenge on "How can schools cultivate a culture of changemaking?" Gray is an educational innovation consultant working with schools, organizations, and corporations.

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edWeb.net

AUGUST 3, 2021

Bringing staff, students, and families along required these rural districts to add instructional technology positions, train and support teachers, and educate the local and school communities on the importance of linking their students’ education with their future employment opportunities. Join the Community.

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edWeb.net

MAY 21, 2021

A question put to all the presenters by Ann McMullan, Project Director of CoSN’s EmpowerED Superintendent Initiative, was, “Were there pieces of technology that you had in place already that enabled you to grease the wheels so that you could surmount the challenges that you were facing?” Tech Enablers. Looking Forward. Frankie Jackson.

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Learning Broadband Elementary Professional Learning 83

edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

Districts and technology leaders may be held liable for network-security incidents, and the costs of these incidents can be extremely high. Both Miller and Dr. Thiele agreed that any time a cybersecurity issue happens, it gets in the way of teaching and learning.

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Strategy System Data BYOD 89

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. At this point, “digital equity is not just a divide, it’s a chasm.”.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Linnette Attai is Project Director for CoSN’s Privacy Initiative and Trusted Learning Environment Program. As founder of the global compliance consulting firm PlayWell, LLC , Linnette delivers strategic advice and training, policy development, and technology assessments, and builds cultures of compliance across a wide range of organizations.

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Data Student Data Privacy Policies Training 97

edWeb.net

APRIL 19, 2021

They address the four critical areas that school leaders must address as outlined in the Leadership for Digital Learning Initiative —technological platforms, human platforms, program management, and communications with all internal and external stakeholders. Winchester Public Schools (VA) has taken a scaffolding approach to technology.

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Learning Blended Learning BYOD Professional Learning 54

Reading By Example

MAY 3, 2016

If one characteristic was low, such as questioning , we would make a point of encouraging this practice to become more evident within instruction through the sharing of articles and content, and through professional learning activities. They could post their questions via a Google Form about a topic or tool.

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Student Engagement Assessment Survey STEM 28

Reading By Example

MAY 3, 2016

If one characteristic was low, such as questioning , we would make a point of encouraging this practice to become more evident within instruction through the sharing of articles and content, and through professional learning activities. They could post their questions via a Google Form about a topic or tool.

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Student Engagement Assessment Survey STEM 28

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.

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EdTech BYOD Training Advocacy 61

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. Teaching and Learning: Even when talking about cybersecurity, people are at the center of the conversation. Louis University.

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edWeb.net

APRIL 23, 2020

During ClassLink and CoSN’s edWebinar, “ Accessibility for All: Creating an Equitable Learning Ecosystem, ” the presenters discussed the lessons they’ve learned, especially regarding technology as an instrument for accessibility. Highlights. Dr. Brubaker has CoSN CETL certification and a Ph.D.

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Accessibility Digital Badges Elementary BYOD 56

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. Ann also attended the 2014 White House Connected Superintendents Summit and was named a 2012-2013 NSBA Technology Leadership Network 20 to Watch Educator. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 25, 2021

One of the biggest challenges in creating and leading equitable learning systems is building staff capacity. Styles and Dr. Salvatore agree that people matter as they are the most significant investment as far as a conversation about technology and accessibility. Join the Community.

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techlearning

JUNE 21, 2018

The software takes advantage of Casio’s Natural Display technology for input and output of mathematical expressions. The alignment of this popular series of digital professional learning resources to McREL’s model helps educators choose the appropriate classroom tactics for aiding the acquisition and recall of information.

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Tools Robotics Edmentum Software 56

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. Embedded professional development is needed at all levels to take advantage of the benefits of tech for all students.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 17, 2020

Previously, these were key elements in developing a strategic technology plan. In the edWebinar, “ Strategic Technology Planning: Aligning Priorities, Costs, Outcomes and Sustainability,” the presenters discussed new items that must become part of strategic plans. Constituent communications. She earned her Ed.D.

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EdTech Outcomes BYOD Advocacy 53

edWeb.net

JULY 15, 2020

The presenters reiterated that distance learning cannot replace in-person interaction and that technology cannot replace teachers, but with some planning now, edtech can help them achieve an equitable environment for all students. This edWeb broadcast was sponsored by ClassLink and co-hosted by CoSN , AASA , and edWeb.net.

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