The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JUNE 23, 2020

As budgets get cut, special education advocacy must be paramount. This work drove the importance of advocacy for education programs for all children. By 2013, she transitioned back to her home state of New Jersey and taught 7th grade in a suburban school as a language arts and mathematics resource teacher for five years.

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EdTechSandyK

MARCH 29, 2011

Today I gave testimony in favor of the passage of Texas SB 6 , which institutes an Instructional Materials Allotment (IMA) in lieu of the textbook allotment and the former Technology Allotment. According to the TEA Progress Report on the 2006-2020 Long Range Plan for Technology, released in December 2010, 59.3% Another 37.8%

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 29, 2020

When planning for and evaluating professional learning opportunities, the presenters recognized that technology enables teachers to be engaged in sustained social learning with their mentors and peers. The CoSN Driving K-12 Innovation report identified “technology vs. the pedagogy gap” as a hurdle to innovation in schools.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

Next, once the mission is clear, leaders should work with the tech team and teachers to ensure that the technology will meet those goals. Everyone in the community regardless of if they have a child in the school should understand how funding the technology has improved student learning. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING. Benigni, Ed.D.

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edWeb.net

AUGUST 3, 2021

Bringing staff, students, and families along required these rural districts to add instructional technology positions, train and support teachers, and educate the local and school communities on the importance of linking their students’ education with their future employment opportunities. You can follow Eileen on Twitter @EileenBelastock.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 1, 2020

An assessment should not be the first time students use a piece of technology. The key is to not rely just on technology; a balanced approach that includes paper and pencil assessments can provide more insights into a child’s progress. “You This article was modified and published by EdScoop. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 17, 2020

Previously, these were key elements in developing a strategic technology plan. In the edWebinar, “ Strategic Technology Planning: Aligning Priorities, Costs, Outcomes and Sustainability,” the presenters discussed new items that must become part of strategic plans. “Are This article was modified and published by eSchool News.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Familiarity does not equal experience or understanding: Just because staff have some knowledge about technology does not mean they understand how to scale it for effective digital learning. Most important, administrators should remember that even among all of these discussions about technology, it’s the people that matter.

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edWeb.net

MAY 19, 2020

The current crisis has highlighted the disparity between students with and without equitable access to technology, especially in rural schools. This article was modified and published by eSchool News. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING. This edWeb broadcast was sponsored by ClassLink and co-hosted by CoSN and edWeb.net.

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edWeb.net

APRIL 19, 2021

They address the four critical areas that school leaders must address as outlined in the Leadership for Digital Learning Initiative —technological platforms, human platforms, program management, and communications with all internal and external stakeholders. Winchester Public Schools (VA) has taken a scaffolding approach to technology.

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edWeb.net

OCTOBER 20, 2020

A key element in any remote or hybrid scenario is equitable access to technology, and Dr. Domenech cited an estimate that as many as 14 million students still don’t have the equipment they need to receive an equitable education in areas where schools may be closed. At this point, “digital equity is not just a divide, it’s a chasm.”.

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edWeb.net

MAY 21, 2021

A question put to all the presenters by Ann McMullan, Project Director of CoSN’s EmpowerED Superintendent Initiative, was, “Were there pieces of technology that you had in place already that enabled you to grease the wheels so that you could surmount the challenges that you were facing?” Tech Enablers. Looking Forward. Frankie Jackson.

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edWeb.net

APRIL 23, 2020

During ClassLink and CoSN’s edWebinar, “ Accessibility for All: Creating an Equitable Learning Ecosystem, ” the presenters discussed the lessons they’ve learned, especially regarding technology as an instrument for accessibility. This article was modified and published by eSchool News. Highlights.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 25, 2021

Styles and Dr. Salvatore agree that people matter as they are the most significant investment as far as a conversation about technology and accessibility. I am firmly devoted to finding innovative ways to integrate technology to transform learning experiences that will inspire students.” By Eileen Belastock.

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edWeb.net

JULY 15, 2020

The presenters reiterated that distance learning cannot replace in-person interaction and that technology cannot replace teachers, but with some planning now, edtech can help them achieve an equitable environment for all students. This article was modified and published by eSchool News. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 4, 2019

In the edWebinar, “ Strategic Technology Planning and Investment,” which is part of CoSN’s Empowered Superintendent series for edWeb, three superintendents who’ve been in the trenches for all aspects of district edtech plans discussed effective financial planning for technology. This article was modified and published by EdScoop.

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edWeb.net

JULY 22, 2019

Kelley, Superintendent of Oak Park Elementary School District 97, IL, explained, this isn’t about deciding what technology a district uses. None of them talk about technology; instead, they look at how to leverage technology to achieve that goal. This article was modified and published by eSchool News and EdScoop.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 10, 2019

This article was modified and published by EdScoop. The Center for Digital Education and The National School Board Association recognized Wilson County Schools for its innovative use of technology. Everyone is at risk.”. The edWeb webinar referenced above was hosted by CoSN and sponsored by ClassLink. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

Moving to a 1:1 environment requires an overhaul of every district building and technology resource. Whether the school’s tech-savvy teachers have the new tool first or everyone receives it at the same time, the speakers agreed that all teachers need to have the technology in their hands at least six months before the students.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 18, 2018

This article was modified and published by EdScoop. Cabrera was named Superintendent at El Paso Independent School District in Texas in 2013. He is a former teacher but spent 20 years away from the classroom working as a technology attorney and software executive. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING. About the Presenters.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 19, 2019

Embed Technology in Instructional Practice: If students are going to be tested with tech, then they need to be learning that way on a regular basis. This article was modified and published by eSchool News and EdScoop. This edWeb webinar was sponsored by ClassLink and co-hosted by CoSN and edWeb.net. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING.

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edWeb.net

APRIL 22, 2019

Educators need to perform regular evaluations of how the policies, teaching strategies, technology, curriculum, etc., This article was modified and published by eSchool News. ClassLink Roster Server easily and securely delivers class rosters to any publisher using open technology standards. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

This article was modified and published by EdScoop. Ann served as Executive Director, Educational Technology in the Klein Independent School District, near Houston, Texas until September 2013, when she and her family moved to Los Angeles, California. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING. About the Presenters.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

Discussing CoSN’s Five Critical Guidelines for Ensuring Data Privacy in Your Use of Technology, the speakers told attendees that when it comes to data privacy, the word “done” isn’t in their vocabulary. It is not the Director of Technology or somebody else who’s responsible for this,” said Dr. Dumais. Five Critical Guidelines .

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edWeb.net

JANUARY 22, 2019

Presenters of the edWebinar, “ Cloud Computing: Taking Advantage of the Latest Technologies,” which is part of the Empowered Superintendents edWebinar series, shared their reasons for switching to the cloud, how it has helped their schools, and their advice when making the transition. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING. About the Presenters.

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edWeb.net

MAY 7, 2021

The Role of Technology During COVID. Even though many had been using technology in the classroom, they were not ready for the full-on virtual digital learning environment COVID demanded. Leveraging technology to support all student learners is essential. Access and connectivity must be equitable. Professional Learning.

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edWeb.net

JULY 31, 2019

Multiple paths to the internet: With multiple services provided to multiple buildings, districts can’t afford to be down for even five minutes, said Frankie Jackson, Independent K-12 Chief Technology Officer, Houston (TX). This article was modified and published by EdScoop. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING. About the Presenters.

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The Hechinger Report

JULY 10, 2019

Kristen Danusis, a former school psychologist who became the principal in 2013, tells me that many of her students live “off the grid,” in households that earn little regular income. For decades, nonprofit advocacy groups and corporate donors have targeted K-12 education for intervention. Yet, inside Isaac Paine, tech abounds.

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Hack Education

JUNE 17, 2016

. ” Via The Clarion-Ledger : “Contracts between the Mississippi Department of Education and two of the state superintendent’s former co-workers appear to duplicate technology-related services while costing the state hundreds of thousands of dollars.” ” asks The Economist in an article about coding bootcamps.

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The Hechinger Report

JANUARY 21, 2017

million into schoolwide technology upgrades. One in five Greeley residents lives below the poverty level, and the school district is trying to upgrade its technology to give students an economic boost. We literally dumpster-dive for technology.”. The measure failed. Photo: Melanie Stetson Freeman/The Christian Science Monitor.

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Hack Education

DECEMBER 30, 2019

For the past ten years, I have written a lengthy year-end series, documenting some of the dominant narratives and trends in education technology. You can read the series here: 2010 , 2011 , 2012 , 2013 , 2014 , 2015 , 2016 , 2017 , 2018 , 2019. It’s not that paying for a piece of technology will treat you any better, mind you.).

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Hack Education

NOVEMBER 24, 2016

. “Since 1970, DeVos family members have invested at least $200 million in a host of right-wing causes -- think tanks, media outlets, political committees, evangelical outfits, and a string of advocacy groups. Via NPR : “ Notre Dame Must Vacate 2012, 2013 Football Wins Over Academic Violations.” ” More via CHE.

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Hack Education

JUNE 10, 2016

He was an instructor in one of several high-profile Coursera failures back in 2013. I’m not sure what this means as the article talks about both “authenticity” (whatever that is) and the gender of instructors on various MOOC platforms. ” Online Education (The Once and Future “MOOC”). ” Kudos.

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Hack Education

DECEMBER 2, 2016

One of the challenges of writing this series – and trust me, there are many – is separating my analysis out into ten articles that name ten distinct “trends.” The business of education technology overlaps with the politics of ed-tech. There is No Technology Industry (There is Only Ideology).

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