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U.S. K-12 Educational Technology Policy: Historical Notes on the Federal Role

Doug Levin

Note that the last category is the most subjective and one might reasonably argue some reports (including those conducted under contract with the U.S. FY 2001: $450,000,000. By 2002, a new education law had replaced the program and a new presidential administration was in place. Enhancing Education Through Technology Program.

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Debunking the ‘Gold Standard’ Myths in Edtech Efficacy

Edsurge

Way back in 2001, the Bush administration’s No Child Left Behind policy came down strongly in favor of “evidence-based teaching practices.” Summative Research This is all about outcomes and includes the classic RCT and QED research programs. Evaluating outcomes in this way takes both time and financial resources.

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