Digital Promise

DECEMBER 3, 2020

The abrupt transition to remote learning was a shock to our national education system. Districts, schools, educators, and families scrambled to get plans in place for distance learning. The only difference is we are not in the classroom and they feel comfortable; it helps that the students have that experience.”.

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 6, 2019

3 Key Findings on the State of Digital Learning in K–12. It should not be news that technology plays a major role in modern education because it is used in almost every school across the United States. But what is the actual state of digital learning when it comes to accessibility, implementation and effectiveness?

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 16, 2019

Fact or Fallacy: What’s the State of Digital Learning in Schools? What is the current state of digital learning in schools? As educators, we may have led engaging lessons where students explored a new place with a virtual reality tool. educators in a variety of roles. eli.zimmerman_9856. by Monica Burns.

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Digital Promise

AUGUST 18, 2021

There’s no question that educators at all levels are navigating uncharted waters, making the challenges of reopening last year seemingly easier than those of this year. I often say that I am living the entire education continuum. But what does that look like? I am a father of four.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 8, 2023

From the Ask a Tech Teacher crew, here’s a topical article on how to use AI in your education journey: The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Education Technological innovation is now casting its shadows over the education sector as well, making learning experiences better than ever before.

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EdTechTeacher

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Post by Jed Stefanowicz , Digital Learning Coach. As a digital learning coach, my primary goal has always been to support and enhance the instructional capacity of educators. Wellness describes who students are and will become through a digital citizenship and social-emotional lens.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 5, 2022

The best Instructional Technology Coaches are partners, culture leaders, encouragers, and easy to work with, says Dr. Katie Ritter. She covers ten essential points for being a successful education technology coach based on her research and her personal coaching of instructional technology coaches and teachers.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 11, 2019

How K–12 Schools Should Define and Act on Digital Learning. To be honest, I hate the term blended learning. Let me explain why: In today’s world of education, blended learning gets thrown around for any type of new education involving technology. . What Does Blended Learning Mean for K–12?

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Digital Promise

JANUARY 8, 2019

Most Americans agree that education is a national priority. public education system falls in the middle of international quality rankings. But let’s be clear: the problem with education in America is not lack of excellence. Education researchers and neuroscientists are learning more about how people learn.

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ViewSonic Education

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

The term metaverse dates back to 1992, but the realized potential of the metaverse is relatively recent with metaverse education still in its infancy. Naturally, this means educators will have questions about where this technology is heading and what comes next for virtual learning. Understanding Metaverse Education .

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Hapara

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

? Listen to an audio version of this post: Because most classrooms integrate technology now, it’s not enough to teach academic standards. Digital learning can be engaging and meaningful and prepare students for life beyond school.

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Hapara

APRIL 11, 2023

Your K-12 web filter should support learning rather than disrupt it. But how do you choose the best web filter for digital learning? Consider these ways your web filter should support rather than restrict digital learning. The best web filter will go hand in hand with digital citizenship.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 4, 2023

Technology is no longer a complementary tool in the classroom; it’s the primary operational hub for education. Despite the risks, digital learning software has allowed teachers to create repositories of course content for students to revisit at any time.

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A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 22, 2017

As a supporter of the purposeful use of technology and innovative practices, I had to illustrate how effective these strategies were at improving learning. In the real world of education efficacy matters and it is important that this is part of the larger conversation when it comes to digital.

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ViewSonic Education

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Finding the correct digital education and EdTech solution provider can be challenging, but choosing the best fit for you will save you time and money, and help you avoid frustration. The most important factors to consider are the type of software and hardware offered by the provider and how they can benefit your classroom.

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Digital Promise

MARCH 21, 2022

Through an educator-industry partnership between Digital Promise and Merlyn Mind, seven practitioners have the opportunity to share feedback on cutting edge technology and engage in critical conversations on the broader use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the classroom. Technology for Classroom Orchestration.

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Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

A version of this post was originally published in Education Today , on August 31, 2021. The global pandemic has required many teachers, students, and parents to adjust to many changes in the education system — and do so quickly. Education technologies — or edtech — got a huge boost from a nice-to-have to a must-have.

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The Thinking Stick

APRIL 5, 2024

This week I have had the pleasure of working with Singapore American School (SAS) in supporting educators around AI as well as starting to draft some guidance documents for the wider school community. Guidance: Educators will guide students on how to use AI responsibly when allowed.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

4 Ways K–12 Can Maximize the Impact of Immersive Technology in the Classroom. Immersive technologies such as virtual reality and 3D scanning are becoming so hot that educators across the country are beginning to roll them out for students of all ages. Education technology purchasing is similar.

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EdNews Daily

AUGUST 15, 2019

Many educators have asked the question, “Are today’s classrooms too dependent on technology?” Some of these inquiries include where the money comes from for classroom technology, to using different equipment–and if we even need more technology in schools. Click to tweet.

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Lightspeed Systems

JANUARY 24, 2024

The perennial challenge teachers face is keeping students engaged and focused in a technology-rich educational environment. Download your copy of Managing Distractions in Digital Learning Environments to unlock strategies for minimizing classroom distractions, maintaining student attention, and enhancing the learning experience.

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EdNews Daily

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

The way of teaching and learning is changing every day. In today’s classrooms, keeping children focused on the content they are studying is a big challenge. Digital learning tools are the pen and paper of our time. Digital technology is the lens through which we are experiencing the world now.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Evans, CEO of Project Tomorrow and the founder of the heralded Speak Up Research Project, along with a panel of students, had a conversation about decades of trends and the latest shifts in digital learning today. In 2014, only one in four students had direct access to technology in class. Technology does more than support.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Key points: Innovative new technologies and strategies are impacting education in 2024 65 predictions about edtech trends in 2024 Tech-less teaching methods could alienate tech-savvy Gen Zs For more news on edtech trends, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching page Does “new year, new you” apply to K-12 education in 2024?

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Digital Promise

MAY 19, 2021

Thank you for your work on the front lines to ensure our children and youth’s health and education were sustained throughout this difficult year. As Digital Promise team members who have researched and supported teachers’ use of educational technology, we want to recognize and celebrate your successes.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 25, 2020

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Google Classroom has been the tool of choice for many schools. Check the blog post for more links to Kasey’s material on this important best practice for Google Classroom. Sponsor: My friend Kasey Bell writes the Shake Up Learning Blog.

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Digital Promise

OCTOBER 29, 2019

We’d look at another school that has technology, and we’re like, ‘Wow … I wish we had those possibilities.’”. Those possibilities became reality for Nakia and her Chilhowee classmates, along with students at nearby Copper Basin High School, in 2017, when both Polk County schools joined Verizon Innovative Learning Schools (VILS).

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eSchool News

APRIL 2, 2024

As a digital learning team, we were assigned the responsibility of exploring the full spectrum of AI in education. The broad nature of this request led to investigations of AI in cybersecurity, data science, marketing, healthcare, and education.

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Neo LMS

JULY 29, 2021

A recent report shared by Google and KPMG reveals that the education tech industry would cater to about 9.6 Despite claims that technology is negatively affecting learning schedules, edtech is a valuable tool for students. Online learning gives proactive measures that make learning continue amidst calamities.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

Digital learning tools are invaluable when they’re used by confident educators. In fact, when used appropriately, digital and mobile learning resources engage students–and they can even help boost achievement. Related content: Digital learning is helping this school close achievement gaps.

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EdNews Daily

APRIL 25, 2021

By integrating technology into the classroom, you can actually find new resources for imparting lessons on your students, and boost engagement at the same time. Thanks to a global pandemic, educators relied more on technological tools in 2020 than ever before. But your students are moving on, and so should you.

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eSchool News

MARCH 4, 2024

It has undeniably transformed the way educators engage students and deliver content. It has undeniably transformed the way educators engage students and deliver content. As an educator with 10 years of experience teaching in diverse settings in the United States and abroad, interactive maps have become a staple in my lessons.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Educators, learners, instructional technology coaches, and IT/edtech staff are grappling with the complexities of managing an ever-expanding arsenal of disconnected digital tools. It also found that much of learning time is digital, with 56 percent of students actively engaged in digital learning for more than two hours per day.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

From interactive whiteboards and educational apps to virtual classrooms, these tools empower educators to create dynamic, engaging lessons. Learning management systems streamline administrative tasks, while adaptive platforms cater to individual student needs. What is an educational technology tool?

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Hapara

MARCH 13, 2023

Listen to an audio version of this post: [link] A digital learning environment offers students all kinds of options for research, class projects, collaboration, activities and assessments. So how do you manage web filtering so that it protects students but doesn’t restrict learning? What do schools use to filter websites?

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

When teachers turn a lesson or tough-to-teach concept into a motivational gamed or use a fun competition to teach new concepts, students become immersed in their learning and are often more engaged–meaning they’re more likely to retain information. Learn more about her instructional strategies.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Online and blended learning have become powerful solutions to improve students’ access to a high-quality education, regardless of their life circumstances, socioeconomic status or zip code,” said Thom Jackson, President and CEO of EdisonLearning.

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