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Top 5 new EdTech tools that you might use in your university

Neo LMS

According to the report, the EdTech industry will reach a global value of $252 billion by 2020. The EdTech sphere is obviously developing quickly, so some things that seemed impossible only a few years ago have become a standard in the meantime. 5 New EdTech tools to watch. 5 New EdTech tools to watch. Digital libraries.

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

Doug Levin

Consider this post (light on analysis, heavy on the archiving of primary source material) one for the wonks, students, and historians. Guidance on the Enhancing Education Through Technology (Ed Tech) Program: Funds Made Available Under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (July 2009). FY 2010 $100,000,000.

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The 7 Key Elements of eSpark’s Theory of Learning

eSpark

eSpark’s Theory of Learning is grounded in seven research-based elements – teaching practices or design elements – that are directly linked to student learning outcomes. 3: Student Engagement Increases Motivation. The Elementary School Journal, 108(2), 115–130. 1: Differentiation Keeps Learning Accessible. Luyten, H., &

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In April, I will do Poetry.

techlearning

Suzy Brooks' poem won the EdTech Poetry Slam at Tech & Learning Live Boston At T&L Live in Boston , Carl Hooker (@mrhooker) emceed our first EdTech Poetry Slam, featuring local school leaders Rayna Freedman, Leo Brehm, Matt Joseph, Suzy Brooks, Jared Perrine, and Colleen Terrill. Eliot: “Do I dare disturb the universe?”

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Finding Inspiration within the League of Innovative Schools

eSpark

The administrators, teachers, and students in these communities inspire us every day to keep pushing the boundaries of what it means to differentiate instruction and create lifelong learners. Read on for a look at the many ways a few of our Digital Promise district partners are boosting student engagement and academic growth.

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What to Look for When Purchasing an Education Projector

ViewSonic Education

In elementary schools, students in multiple classrooms can simultaneously view virtual field trips, author talks or other content. Interactive technology is one of the fastest growing edtech categories. Numerous studies have shown that student engagement and learning outcomes improve when it’s employed.

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

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

In February 2009 the words of the world were collected and given to the Council of Conscience, a gathering of religious leaders and thinkers, who are now crafting the final document. The Charter was launched in November 2009. In late fall 2008, the first draft of the document was written by the world, via a sharing website.