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

Doug Levin

Secretary of Education Richard W. ” 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. the more detailed program rules, as determined by the U.S.

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Yet another campus sacrifices the queen

Bryan Alexander

Twenty-seven programs will be ended. They emphasize the humanities, of course, plus education, especially topical courses. I note the enrollment has declined since 2008, a period which includes the 2008-2012 recession upwards spike in enrollment. Here’s the full list of shuttered programs: American Studies BA.

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A Unified Approach for Digital Integration

edWeb.net

Zach was recently appointed to the advisory board for Future Ready Principals with the Alliance for Excellent Education. Mark Ray is Director of Innovation and Library Services for Vancouver (WA) Public Schools and Future Ready Librarians Lead at the Alliance for Excellent Education. Christina Luke, Ph.D. Christina earned a Ph.D.

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What If You Held Your Math Program Accountable for Long-Lasting Impact?

MIND Research Institute

Educational programs are not being held accountable for long-term impact. This makes it especially challenging for education leaders to make wise choices, and it inhibits innovation and continuous improvement by program developers. This initial grants program, limited to struggling Title I schools, ended in 2012.