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Not enough students have mentors, and we must change that

The Hechinger Report

Startups and established tech companies are providing a crash course in entrepreneurship, sending engineers and designers into public schools to mentor students. Working in the gig economy as a contractor with a ride-share company precludes the kinds of deep relationships that lead to professional advancement.

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Why ‘Black Box’ Software Isn’t Ready to Teach College

Edsurge

Specifically she worries that some companies have made their products a “black box” that professors and researchers can’t understand or control. Thille, an assistant professor of education at Stanford University's Graduate School of Education who previously worked in the private sector, stresses that she’s not against software companies.

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For two states, the digital transition requires an overhaul of the process

edWeb.net

While the tools may have print components, companies must submit them digitally, and only the digital materials are reviewed. Select schools in Orange County are part of LaunchED, an immersive, connected, and collaborative learning experience providing students with access to world-class digital tools and resources. About the Host.

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DEBT WITHOUT DEGREE: Gaps in financial aid, funding contribute to growing number of Georgians with college loans and no college degree

The Hechinger Report

This has happened as Georgia officials – like those in many other states – are pushing to increase the number of young residents who have some kind of post-secondary education. Both have started their own businesses in the last year; Leon has set up an event planning company, and Sanders is establishing a video production business.

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Global Collaboration Week Begins - Find a Project and Connect!

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

They are free for all, online, recorded, and archived at [link] There is also an index that gives a clear overview of all presentations so far and how to access their recordings ([link] Learning2gether events perpetuate the spirit and goals of Webheads in Action. This event is brought to you by GlobalEd Events and TakingITGlobal.

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Wahoo! The 2013 Global Education Conference - Still Time to Present + Plan to Attend!

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

It is designed to significantly increase opportunities for connecting classrooms while supporting cultural awareness and recognition of diversity and educational access for all. In the past, he turned his interest in technology into several successful online companies, including MyDesktop.com, which sold to Internet.com in 1999.

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The Emergency Home Learning Summit Final Week - 24 Amazing Interviews Start Tomorrow

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

But you can own access to the full library by buying the Summit all-access pass, which is $99, a $50 savings from the price after the 25th. Buy the all-access pass here and have access to all the sessions and bonus materials forever. Join for free to watch the current sessions and the upcoming interviews here.