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September 11th, 20 Years Later. Never Forget. Take a moment. Do a good deed

Educational Technology Guy

I'm also very proud that my company, CDW , is a sponsor of 911day and supports the military, first responders, and all affected by 9/11. It is a day we honor and remember the thousands of lives lost, the survivors, and those who rose up in service in response to the attacks on 9-11-2001. link] [link] [link] [link].

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Why I'm Still Bullish About the State of Edtech

Edsurge

This year’s 1 3th edition will swamp San Diego’s waterfront for four days and feature 1,000 speakers, including Thomas Friedman and Margaret Atwood, plus the buzziest for-profit companies in our industry. based education and workforce technology companies, together amounting to more than $150 billion in market capitalization.

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Using Feedback Logs to Empower Learners

A Principal's Reflections

The most successful companies are successful because they are always looking for ways to improve. When it comes to their employees, there is no ceiling as they are continually pursuing pathways and allocating resources to help the best get even better. The same philosophy can be applied to our schools.

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How has the Pandemic Changed EdTech? – SULS0155

Shake Up Learning

While looking for a way to supplement his income, Doug took a summer job working with a friend of a friend who had begun an online school in 2001. He moved onto an early LMS which was a launching point for him to recognize his talent for helping edtech companies expand. Listen to this article. . – SULS0155.

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Debunking the ‘Gold Standard’ Myths in Edtech Efficacy

Edsurge

But when it comes to demonstrating that products “work,” too many companies fall back on testimonials. In fact, we’d argue that the best way to ramp and grow a company is to create a compelling portfolio of efficacy. They know the stakes are high: They’re making a commitment, not just to one season but potentially to years of usage.

EdTech 138
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REINVENTING.SCHOOL - Episode 6 Today, "College Behind Bars"

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

Her work, in collaboration with directors Ken Burns and Lynn Novick, includes the award-winning epic ten-part series, The Vietnam War (2017), Prohibition (2011), The War (2007) and Jazz (2001). Hall was the subject of an article in The New York Times. Botstein continues to produce and direct films on the American experience.

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Implementing Innovation Strategies to Make School Districts More Equitable

edWeb.net

Prior to that, Ray was Dean for the School of Education at Southern New Hampshire University which Fast Company Magazine named the 12th most innovative organization in the world in its World’s 50 Most Innovative Companies. From 2001-2003, he served as Vermont’s Education Commissioner.