Doug Levin

AUGUST 20, 2017

The 2017 EdNext Poll on School Reform: Digital Learning , which offers my sense of what those interested in K-12 educational technology can and should take away from this annual polling about schools. A Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News (2017 Week 33 Edition). I’ll be keeping a running list of those districts here.

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More Verbs

OCTOBER 5, 2016

Here are notes and useful links related to the DOE MLTI Update for Fall 2016. 2016 Apple Refresh and Collection Update. The 2016 Opt In deliveries are nearly complete. Districts will be notified by early November if their tech plans are due by June of 2017. New Staff Members.

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Doug Levin

SEPTEMBER 11, 2017

K-12 cyber incident that I’ve identified since the start of 2016. A Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News (2017 Week 36 Edition). Tagged on: September 9, 2017 Do Perks for Teachers Compromise Their Integrity? " Tagged on: September 6, 2017 More Or Less Technology In The Classroom?

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Doug Levin

SEPTEMBER 11, 2017

K-12 cyber incident that I’ve identified since the start of 2016. A Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News (2017 Week 36 Edition). Tagged on: September 9, 2017 Do Perks for Teachers Compromise Their Integrity? " Tagged on: September 6, 2017 More Or Less Technology In The Classroom?

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Doug Levin

AUGUST 30, 2016

Given that I do not believe that the 2016 EdNext Poll on School Reform’s findings about ‘blended learning’ should be taken at face value, what do I think the poll actually reveals? The post A Glitch in the EdReform Matrix: The 2016 EdNext Poll on Blended Learning appeared first on EdTech Strategies.

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Doug Levin

AUGUST 18, 2017

As of today (August 18, 2017), I have identified 8 school districts across 6 different states that have been affected by more than one cyber incident since the start of 2016. Schools that rely on technology less than others are more likely to be in this category, as are schools with strong cybersecurity programs.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 9, 2021

JT is a 2016 Iota Phi Lambda Emerald Educator, the 2016 Teacher of the Year for Oscar F. Smith High School, and the 2017 Overall City-Wide Teacher of the Year for Chesapeake Public Schools. Jahkari “JT” Taylor – Bio as Submitted.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 8, 2016

Your illustration says 2016-2017: When do these events occur? On the alphabetical list of conferences, we've given you the relevant dates from now, summer 2016 through next year July 2017. By the way, here's a FAQ about our illustration. Most of these events typically take place annually, usually during the same season.

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TeachThought - Learn better.

APRIL 22, 2017

The post Report: Cost Of College In 2016-2017 Continues To Rise appeared first on TeachThought.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 11, 2020

His best-selling book, Learning Transformed: 8 Keys to Designing Tomorrow’s Schools, Today , co-authored with Eric Sheninger and published by ASCD, was released in June 2017. His most recent book, Personal & Authentic: Designing Learning Experiences that Impact a Lifetime , was released in October of 2019.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 3, 2021

She holds multiple technology certifications, including, but not limited to, IC3 certification, Google Certified Trainer and Innovator, Apple Teacher 2016, and a Microsoft Innovative Educator Trainer and Expert.

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Teacher Tech

AUGUST 3, 2016

The post Quia for 2016-2017 School Year appeared first on Teacher Tech. . “If the computer can grade it, it should.” ” Quia is what I use for the practice. When a student gets a problem incorrect, they IMMEDIATELY […].

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 20, 2021

Monica is the author of Deeper Learning with QR Codes and Augmented Reality: A Scannable Solution for Your Classroom (Corwin Press, 2016) and #FormativeTech: Meaningful, Sustainable, and Scannable Formative Assessment with Technology (Corwin Press, 2017).

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 3, 2017

Have a wonderful 2017! Apps to Help Brainstorm Next Year’s Lessons. 5 Favorite Classroom Apps. 3 Apps to Keep Parents in The Loop. 3 Apps to Combat Grammar Faux Pas. 3 Organizational Apps to Start the School Year. The Fun of IFTTT. 5 Image Apps for your Classroom. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-8 technology for 15 years.

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esri

JANUARY 9, 2017

In spring of 2017, Esri is hosting a network of US state competitions for grades 4-12. Successful pilot events occurred in 2016 in Minnesota (MN) and Arkansas (AR). Esri’s 2017 event has school, state, and national tiers. Ultimately, one high school and one middle school winner will present at the 2017 Esri Conference.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 3, 2017

Editor’s Note: ‘Tis the season of giving, eating and reflecting, a time to look back on 2016 and to make bold predictions about what next year may hold. Where do you hope education technology will go in 2017? Oh, The Places You'll Go” is one of the most popular books by Dr. Seuss. But even with these gains, there is more work to do.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 14, 2019

Today Darrian Tanner, the Florida State High Impact Teacher award winner for 2016-2017 and 2018-2019 talks about how to help teachers improve their classroom management skills. She has been awarded the Florida State High Impact Teacher Award for 2016-2017 and 2017-2018 school year.

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 5, 2019

If you’d like to check out the Must-Read IT Blogs from previous years, view our lists from 2018 , 2017 , 2016 and 2015. Look here for the real-time updates you’ll need to make well-informed IT decisions. Did your account make the list? If so, grab our IT influencer cover image for your Twitter page to share with your followers.

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The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 26, 2020

She shares ideas and resources about her school library and makerspaces on her website [link] Kristina was named the School Library Journal Librarian of the Year in 2015, a National School Board 2016 – 2017 “20 to Watch” emerging education technology leader, and a 2018 Library Journal Mover & Shaker.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 5, 2018

In 2017, this was especially true while taking a computer science course on data structures and algorithms. million high school graduates (36 percent) did not fill out the FAFSA for the 2016-2017 academic year. Looking ahead 2017 has shown me many of the challenges in higher education that need solutions.

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Doug Levin

AUGUST 30, 2016

Given that I do not believe that the 2016 EdNext Poll on School Reform’s findings about ‘blended learning’ should be taken at face value, what do I think the poll actually reveals? This is malarkey.

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eSchool News

MARCH 29, 2023

First-grade students’ scores jumped from 52 percent in the 2016–2017 school year to 98 percent in the 2022–2023 school year—a 46 percent increase. Fourth-grade students’ scores improved from 42 percent in the 2016–2017 school year to 90 percent in the 2022–2023 school year.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 2, 2017

[ Editor’s note: This story is Part 1 of our 3-part series on Lessons Learned in 2016. As 2016 drew to a close, we asked educators in variety of positions to reflect on what they have learned this year. In 2017, we look forward to continued “Growth Through Innovation” in Manor ISD. —

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2017

[ Editor’s note: This story is Part 2 of our 3-part series on Lessons Learned in 2016. As these four principals look back at 2016, they recall the most important ed tech lesson they learned this year—and look forward to inspiring their staff and students anew in 2017. Check back tomorrow for Lessons Learned by Educators.

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Edsurge

JUNE 29, 2016

Digital citizenship, making and virtual reality all had strong showings at ISTE 2016, observable by the throngs of educators lined up to learn, including this line shown below at the Nearpod booth in the ISTE Expo Hall. Matty Fox (@what2foxsay) June 28, 2016. In 2016, Mary Jo was named to the Forbes "30 Under 30" list in education.

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ProfHacker

JANUARY 3, 2017

With 2017 upon us, and 2016 thankfully in the rear-view mirror, many of us are making resolutions. What are your academic resolutions for 2017? These goals are of course balanced by wellness resolutions, which I also find are most achievable in terms of daily activity rather than more ambitious or numbers-focused goals.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 8, 2020

The Fall Creek School District was named an Innovative District in 2016 and 2017 by the International Center for Leadership in Education. He was selected as 1 of 117 Future Ready Superintendents in 2014 and 1 of 50 Superintendents as a Personalized Learning Leader in 2016 by the US Department of Education.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 19, 2017

After a lull in 2016, venture activity for U.S.-based based edtech startups in 2017 saw a resurgence of investment capital. By contrast, in 2016, investors put $1 billion into 138 deals. Yet at 126 deals, the number of fundraises in 2017 is also at its lowest since 2011. million in 2017. Deals of 2017.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 26, 2016

billion across 138 venture deals in 2016. It’s worth noting that even though 2016 marked the end of this trend, the dollar total still surpasses the years before 2015. Udemy did lead this pack in 2016 with a $60 million round.). In fact, the biggest funding round of 2016 for a U.S.-based billion Series F round.).

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EdTechTeam

MARCH 14, 2018

This past year also saw the launch of EdTechTeam Products (in the tradition of launching Breakout EDU , which spun off as an independent company in 2016). With an initial focus on developing FREE apps and extensions designed for the modern classroom, the new product development group officially launched four extensions on October 15, 2017.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 28, 2016

Editor’s Note: ‘Tis the season of giving, eating and reflecting, a time to look back on 2016 and to make bold predictions about what next year may hold. Where do you hope education technology will go in 2017? Technology in higher education on the eve of 2017 is at a crossroads.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Auster (2016) defines blended learning in a succinct and clear manner. Advantages of Blended Learning Enhanced Student Engagement and Flexibility : Blended learning engages students significantly, offering flexibility in learning styles and preferences (Mackenzie O’Connor Kaspar, 2018​ ​; Fabbian et al, 2017). Fabbian et al, 2017).

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Marketplace K-12

NOVEMBER 15, 2017

State spending for K-12 rose by 4 percent from 2016 to 2017, even as tax revenues were relatively stagnant, according to the National Association of State Budget Officers. The post State Spending on K-12 Rises Slightly in 2017, Despite Headwinds appeared first on Market Brief.

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Digital Promise

OCTOBER 3, 2016

This week, as we celebrate Digital Promise’s fifth anniversary , we also welcome the districts who are part of the 2016-2017 cohort of the League of Innovative Schools. And now, meet the 2016-2017 cohort: Bristol Warren Regional School District. Compton Unified School District. Covina-Valley Unified School District.

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My Paperless Classroom

DECEMBER 31, 2016

Here are some highlights of 2016 with some of my goals for 2017. The post 100,000 More Teachers Did THIS in 2016 Than In The Previous Year appeared first on TeacherCast Educational Broadcasting Network. Thank you for visiting TeacherCast today.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 22, 2018

According to data gathered by Class Central, around 20 million new learners signed up for their first MOOC in 2017, fewer than the 23 million new learners who registered for a MOOC in 2016. At the end of 2017, TU Delft signed an agreement with 8 other universities. The total number of MOOC learners is now 78 million.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 29, 2016

In 2016, 23 million people registered for a course for the first time ever, according to data collected by. In 2016, 2,600 new courses were announced (up from 1,800 last year), taking the total number of MOOCs to 6,850 from over 700 universities. Unlike previous years, no major venture funding rounds went to MOOC companies in 2016.

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