Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 27, 2020

We educators understand online learning, probably have taken classes this way, but we haven’t yet wrapped our brains around how to make it work in OUR classes. In fact, the biggest question I get from teachers in my online classes and on my blog is: “How do I do it?” What can they do to make that happen?

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edWeb.net

JUNE 16, 2023

In the case of Corpus Christi Independent School District (CCISD), it was narrowing the digital access gap, landing it CoSN’s Community Leadership Award for Digital Equity. Providing students WiFi access in every classroom and outside common areas to expand the classroom setting.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 29, 2022

Since 2016, CoSN has been honoring innovative school districts that address digital equity. This year, the prestigious Community Leadership Award for Digital Equity was awarded to Louisa County Public Schools in Virginia. The solar-powered WiFi units provide internet hotspots throughout Louisa County. Innovation.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 11, 2020

The goal of digital equity is to ensure that all students have access to devices, high-speed internet, and opportunities to learn both in school and out. Having to rely on service providers whose coverage can be unreliable and nonexistent in parts of the community does not ensure the digital equity school districts want for their students.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

Blog post by Stacey Pusey based on this edLeader Panel. Focusing on student engagement, student empowerment, and equity in education, they shared key lessons educators learned during the lockdown. Overall, the latest results reveal important changes in the education conversation. Student Engagement.

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edWeb.net

MAY 19, 2021

It looks like COVID-19 has one in the education sphere. ESSER II has encouraged educational leaders to creatively and strategically design programs to support school communities over the long term. Action 2: Pursue Equity and Inclusion. What’s that they say about a silver lining? Action 1: Spend Money on Long-Term Initiatives.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

In the edLeader Panel “ Artificial Intelligence and Generative AI: Empowering a Deeper Conversation ,” three innovative superintendents and the executive director of the Indiana CTO Council discussed the challenges of effectively navigating the use of AI and generative AI in K-12 education.

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techlearning

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

The Student Access to Digital Learning Resources Outside the Classroom Report , by the Department of Education, identified the three main causes of digital inequity as access and cost of high speed broadband and the lack of understanding by school families as to the importance of internet to support their students’ education.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 13, 2019

According to Davis, Fuller, Jackson, Pittman, and Sweet (2007) , the definition of digital equity is “equal access and opportunity to digital tools, resources, and services to support an increase in digital knowledge, awareness, and skills.” Honest Conversation. Professional Learning. Overcoming Barriers.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Unfortunately, many schools and districts are still relying on individuals or looking for that magic program rather than developing educational systems that provide a high-quality, modern education for all students. Even before the pandemic and the shift to distance education, learning extended beyond the classroom.

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edWeb.net

JULY 15, 2020

In the edWebinar, “ Digital Equity Strategies for Learning Beyond the Classroom,” the presenters talked about how they are managing digital equity in the COVID-19 era and what they see as the critical next steps. Part of the initiative included working with a local cable provider to offer discount access for families in need.

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TeacherCast

OCTOBER 10, 2021

This post was originally created and posted on the website TeacherCast Educational Network. The only place to read this as the original content is [link]. “A A Journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” – Lau Tzu. Congratulations! But first … there is an important journey that your district must go on first!

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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. Accelerators. As defined by the CoSN report, accelerators are megatrends that drive change.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

With the pandemic has come a reckoning on how big the digital equity gap is in the United States. During an edWebinar sponsored by ClassLink and co-hosted by CoSN and AASA , three superintendents discussed their observations about digital equity and what their districts need to do next. LISTEN TO THE PODCAST. LISTEN TO THE PODCAST.

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edWeb.net

JULY 22, 2019

All students need to have the same access to WiFi, and thus the ability to use the device, whether they are at school or not. In the edWebinar, “ Closing the Homework Gap: Digital Equity for All Students,” the presenters talked about the challenges and potential solutions to fulfill the promise of anytime, anywhere learning.

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NeverEndingSearch

OCTOBER 30, 2019

Recent ill-informed threats to school librarians and the equity they provide across our country inspired me to update a poem I wrote in the style of Taylor Mali’s response to an ignorant dinner party question regarding What Teachers Make. Let me start by reframing the words of a former, well-known political advisor, It’s equity, stupid.

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techlearning

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

The Contorium for School Networking (CoSN) has developed some best practice strategies for schools looking to directly address the issues of digital equity. The Contorium for School Networking (CoSN) has developed some best practice strategies for schools looking to directly address the issues of digital equity.

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Tom Murray

MARCH 15, 2016

Over the past few years, as most school budgets have remained stagnant, spending in educational technology has continued to climb. As seen many times in education, district leaders find themselves buying the stuff, pushing things out to buildings, and hoping it’ll have a positive impact. Redesign the Space.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Digital learning not only plays a crucial role in preparing today’s students for the jobs of tomorrow, it also has an important role in providing equity and access to education, especially in smaller and remote school districts. Broadband’s Big Picture. Links to Local Learning. Links to Local Learning.

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21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

AUGUST 23, 2020

For educators that may mean working with students in a face to face, elearning, or a blended environment. It is back to school time 2020 for many of us in the United States and beyond. Regardless of your districts approach, now is a time to facilitate the student centered learning that Project Based Learning makes possible. Thanks so much.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 16, 2017

Access to online resources including digital content, interactive education apps and websites, videos, experts and peers is no longer a “nice to have” but rather a necessity. Christine Fox, Deputy Executive Director, SETDA, noted the importance of having safe WiFi access. She suggested beginning with a clear mission statement. “It

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

It may lack sweat equity, but it’s up there with even the most physically demanding of sports. And K-12 schools are buying in because it’s not only fun but also a viable educational tool! A recent edWebinar sponsored by Common Sense Education, “ Ready Player One: Esports in K-12 ,” highlights why esports has taken hold in schools.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 12, 2020

Two months after the COVID-19 crisis forced educators across the United States to leave their classrooms and start teaching online, the scope of the changes and challenges have now become clear, and educational leaders have started to identify what’s working and what still needs improvement. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING.

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NeverEndingSearch

JANUARY 9, 2017

Today, one of my favorite communication/creativity platforms shared some major enhancements and declared its commitment to equity. For me it’s one of those few wifi desert island must-packs. Grids, topics and individual responses are easily embedded on your blogs, LMS, websites, etc. See below for the big news!).

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NeverEndingSearch

JANUARY 9, 2017

Today, one of my favorite communication/creativity platforms shared some major enhancements and re-declared its commitment to equity. For me it’s one of those few wifi desert island must-packs. Grids, topics and individual responses are easily embedded on your blogs, LMS, websites, etc. See below for the big news!).

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edWeb.net

JULY 15, 2018

There are essential conditions for digital learning like state leadership, equity of access, accessibility for all students, interoperability considerations, and student data and privacy. The recommendations are finalized by the state board of education. However, some districts may not have any state guidance at all.

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MindShift

AUGUST 30, 2021

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, American educators have experienced unprecedented change and challenges. Sure, there were days when the WiFi went out, but Bowers took those hurdles one at a time. Her school worked to fill in the gaps, but seeing those disparities has changed how Bowers thinks about equity in the school building, too.

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Hack Education

DECEMBER 30, 2019

For the past ten years, I have written a lengthy year-end series, documenting some of the dominant narratives and trends in education technology. Oh yes, I’m sure you can come up with some rousing successes and some triumphant moments that made you thrilled about the 2010s and that give you hope for “the future of education.”

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