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Tablets vs. Textbooks for Students

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

Familiarity with technology is vital for many modern careers. Related Best Tablets for Teachers The Case for Textbooks 1. In my educational technology blog, I’ve reviewed numerous digital tools and apps that can complement textbook learning. Tablets in classrooms can help students develop digital literacy skills early on.

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

Doug Levin

” This letter marked the launch of the implementation of the first federal program dedicated to ensuring universal access to information and communications technology for improved teaching and learning in the nation’s schools. Department of Education’s national educational technology plans.).

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Characteristics of The 21st Century Teachers

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

The pace of change, driven predominantly by the rapid encroachment of digital and now AI technologies, has accelerated dramatically. The fast-paced evolution in educational technology and methodologies necessitates a fresh look at what features teachers should exhibit to be effective and relevant in this ever-changing environment.

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Blended Learning Models Reduce Class Sizes

eSpark

A Digital Promise case study examines the blended learning implementation at Utica Community Schools, a district in the League of Innovative Schools and one of eSpark's first and largest district partnerships. million for technological improvements. Pictured above: Utica's Flexible Centers Blended Learning Model.

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Blended Learning Models Reduce Class Sizes

eSpark

A Digital Promise case study examines the blended learning implementation at Utica Community Schools, a district in the League of Innovative Schools and one of eSpark's first and largest district partnerships. million for technological improvements. Pictured above: Utica's Flexible Centers Blended Learning Model.

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The Key to Fixing the Gender Gap in Math and Science: Boost Women’s Confidence

Digital Promise

The gender gap varies across STEM fields – science, technology, engineering and math. students who were 10th graders in 2002 and were followed through 2012 show that girls do better in school than boys do and are more likely to graduate from college.

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How DC Public Schools Uses Student Data to Support Mental Health

Edsurge

He also shares how the district uses case management technology to track these interventions, support clinicians and help assess when students need help—and when they don't. We've been offering EBT interventions as part of that model since the 2011-2012 school year. Twitter: Child Mind Institute. Join thousands of educators.

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