eSchool News

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Hate it or love – technology in education is here to stay. Edtech is booming, with 40 times more venture capital invested in the sector in 2021 than in 2010. For example, a recent AP story titled Students Turn to TikTok to Fill Education Gaps , suggests that TikTok is a trend that may be driving the future of education.

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Learning with 'e's

MARCH 2, 2012

What does the future hold for our university libraries? The library has long been seen by many as a very traditional, conservative institution, and is often portrayed as a place where rows upon rows of antiquated book shelves slowly gather dust. Just how are libraries adapting to the digital age and all it brings?

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EdTechSandyK

MARCH 6, 2012

The Digital Edge - Watkins is trying to understand role of digital media in lives of kids on the margins of digital access - second language homes, low socioeco environments, etc? Was inspired by the concept of digital divide - technology rich vs. technology poor. How can we leverage the peer culture in education?

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The Daring Librarian

DECEMBER 11, 2010

On the back of my Sephora catalog, windows of shops, and in my library! Calvin Klein Jeans recently put up three billboards - 2 in NYC and 1 in LA - to promote the brand’s upcoming campaign for Winter 2010. QR Codes in the Classroom - and the Library! and the Apple Educator price was.wait for it.$229! Shopping ALERT!

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

an edtech specialist at Abshire Consulting, explained that the E-Rate program is administered by the Federal Communications Commission specifically to help schools with connectivity and internet access, and the US Department of Education does not provide funding for this purpose. Josh has 20 years of experience in K-12 and higher education.

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Educator Innovator

MARCH 16, 2016

In its 2016 National Education Technology Plan, the Department of Education emphasizes model approaches to digital learning. The new plan lays out model ways of using educational technology in the nation’s classrooms, with a focus on equity and active use.

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The Daring Librarian

AUGUST 25, 2018

Three years ago I shared with you what I was buying to boost our Makerspace area using four empty Library study carrels that no longer held desktop Macs. Our MHMS Makerspace How it works: Kids can come in before school, during lunch, or when they've finished their work to explore, craft, and create in the Library Media Center.

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