edWeb.net

JULY 10, 2018

During the edWebinar “ Simplify Digital Access in K-12: Learn How District Leaders Eliminate Barriers ,” the presenters discussed the importance of adopting a single sign-on program to manage digital access, the questions to ask when choosing a vendor, and tips for rolling out the new system. How strong is the company’s K-12 track record?

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MARCH 22, 2013

If you are familiar with Blackboard Collaborate, or are willing to take the training to become so ( [link] ), we are now calling for volunteers to sign up to help in time slots. Kim Jones, CEO Professional Development Workshop for Citizenship Education & Conflict Analysis in Teaching of Social Studies - Noureen.M. Please join us!

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MARCH 25, 2014

If you want to follow those tweets, you can either track the conference hashtag #ticalsls14 or you can follow the Learning Revolution Twitter account at @learnrevproject. Amina Gorie Sindhi SPOTLIGHT - Content Curation as a Context for Teaching and Learning in Science - Eric A.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 28, 2022

During the edLeader Panel, “ Leadership Challenges and Solutions Regarding Data Privacy in Technology-Enriched Learning Environments ,” three district leaders discussed the five critical guidelines for ensuring data privacy in the use of technology in their districts. Stay current and compliant with federal and state laws.

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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. Kelley reflected that tech enablers and system thinking would drive the following year.

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techlearning

JULY 27, 2018

Teachers can create transformational learning experiences for students by joining 3DBear’s AR Innovator Program. The program includes in-classroom professional development sessions. The tool is ideal for differentiated learning, literacy, English-language learners (ELL) or Special Needs instruction.

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edWeb.net

APRIL 23, 2022

During the edWebinar, “ Leadership Strategies to Assure Student Data Privacy: The Trusted Learning Environment Seal ,” the presenters explored CoSN’s Five Critical Guidelines for Ensuring Data Privacy in Your Use of Technology and how superintendents can support their staff. Finally, remember that training is resource intensive.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 7, 2023

Connecting their responsibilities to the organization’s strategic direction and providing training and support to ensure everyone knows what they are doing regarding equity, inclusion, and diversity is essential to students’ success in and out of school. ClassLink is ideal for 1 to1 and BYOD initiatives.

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edWeb.net

OCTOBER 6, 2022

The training needs to be ongoing—especially because states are constantly adding and updating the requirements. Teaching and Learning–Again, this is all about planning. Provide continuous training for teachers, staff, students—anyone associated with the school. However, a quick session during an in-service isn’t enough.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Of course, there are technical aspects to protecting data, and as many schools have learned during the pandemic, district IT staff need to stay on top of evolving efforts to compromise systems. Yes, discuss how to protect the data, but also explain the benefits of the data and how the schools use it to positively impact student learning.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 21, 2022

Mary Wegner, former Superintendent of the Sitka School District (AK), described a process used to achieve this goal by providing professional development for educators and training for the IT staff, as well as having tech implementation committees that were led by teachers so the end-users’ needs were articulated and prioritized from the start.

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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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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. One of the first challenges rural districts face is broadband access.

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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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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. Anticipating COVID budget and financial management issues is also essential, as funding cuts have already become a huge issue for many districts.

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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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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. However, the bigger liability issue is with teaching and learning. By Stacey Pusey. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING. LISTEN TO THE PODCAST.

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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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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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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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edWeb.net

MARCH 1, 2020

During ClassLink and CoSN’s edWebinar, “ Online Assessment: An Effective, Coordinated, District Leadership Team Approach,” administrators from the Hampton Township School District in Pennsylvania offered lessons they learned from implementing a comprehensive online assessment program.

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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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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

And, administrators shouldn’t neglect privacy training for non-classroom staff. In addition to annual school-wide professional development about the policies, schools need job-specific sessions for each subgroup. Next, schools need to develop that same training for parents. Louis University. Join the Community.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 18, 2018

Teaching and Learning: When the school network goes down temporarily, classes are momentarily disrupted. Cabrera pointed out, though, that for schools with most materials in the cloud, a hacked network and any subsequent outages for repair can halt learning for days or longer. Join the Community.

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edWeb.net

JULY 31, 2019

With all of the discussion of data centers and outsourcing services, the presenter reminded attendees that they still need to provide staff with security training. We can do a lot of training, but if you forget to train that one person, that’s the way in for something to happen.”. Join the Community.

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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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edWeb.net

JANUARY 6, 2022

Set up highly engaging online learning environments, recognizing that staring at a screen can be daunting and disengaging, undoing student connections. Learn more about this edWeb broadcast, “ Strategies to Support Mental Wellbeing: How to Create SafER Spaces for Disadvantaged Youth ,” hosted by Classroom Champions and sponsored by ClassLink.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 8, 2022

A child can’t think of anything else until the danger is gone, leaving them feeling unsafe and unable to process learning and build the executive functioning skills to manage upsetting and unexpected events productively. Teachers should not personalize situations; they should aim to help the students feel secure enough to learn.

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