eSchool News

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

In a recent edWebinar , hosted by edWeb.net, Michelle Luhtala, library department chair, and Donna Burns, technology integrator, both from New Canaan High School (NCHS) in Connecticut, showcased the transformation of the NCHS library from a collection of used reference and biography books into a living, breathing makerspace.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 3, 2021

You can also receive graduate credit through CAEP and regionally accredited university partners for continuing education requirements. Dr. Desiree Alexander is an award-winning, multi-degreed educator who has been in the educational field since 2002. She is the Founder CEO of Educator Alexander Consulting, LLC.

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Waterford

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

In many cases, without even realizing it, educators plan their curriculum without considering whether it includes the diverse backgrounds and identities of their students. Then, we’ll provide a few strategies for improving your cultural competency and even a starter list of diverse books to include in your classroom library or curriculum.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 25, 2016

Ask a Tech Teacher’s Summer PD 2016 just ended. A couple dozen of us–teachers, library media specialists, tech integrationists, and lab teachers–gathered virtually for three-five-week-classes that included: The Tech-infused Teacher. They were connected educators. The Tech-infused Classroom. The Differentiated Teacher.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JANUARY 21, 2020

We're excited to announce our first Library 2.020 mini-conference: "Wholehearted Libraries," which will be held online (and for free) on Tuesday, March 10th, from 12:00 - 3:00 pm US-Pacific Standard Time (click for your own time zone). Please also join the Library 2.0 Please register as a member of the Library 2.0

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 28, 2016

Top ten films of 2016. And throughout the 2016 year alone, we’ve showcased over 300 edtech tools in our S’Cool Tools section. Certain tools get more clicks than others, and as we close this year, we felt it pertinent to bring you the most popular S’Cool Tools of 2016. Top ten books on the New York Times bestseller list.

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Edsurge

JUNE 16, 2020

I read the first book (“The Fifth Season,” winner of the 2016 Hugo Award) last summer, and now it’s time to dig in and explore the rest. I’ve read this one before, but I’d love to view it through new eyes. “ The Book Itch: Freedom, Truth & Harlem's Greatest Bookstore ” by Vaunda Micheaux Nelson. “ The Broken Earth ” series by N.K.

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Barrow Media Center: Expect the Miraculous

MARCH 22, 2016

I’m beyond excited to finally announce that I’m a 2016 Library Journal Mover and Shaker. I’m extremely honored to represent the power of libraries in our world along with the many other talented individuals on this year’s list. The library has never been just mine.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 7, 2016

In 2016 edWeb.net hosted over 250 webinars that have been viewed by 170,000 educators. Topics spanned from early childhood education to building a positive school and classroom culture. From integrating technology into school libraries, to special education, to coding and robotics, there was something for everyone this year.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MARCH 4, 2020

Our first Library 2.020 mini-conference of the year is next week: "Wholehearted Libraries," online (and for free) on Tuesday, March 10th , from 12:00 - 3:00 pm US-Pacific Daylight Time (click for your own time zone). Not only do libraries need high tech, they also need staff who approach their work with a wholehearted attitude.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

We're excited to announce the full list of accepted sessions for our third Library 2.020 mini-conference: " Sustainability in Libraries ," which will be held online (and for free) on Wednesday, October 14th, from 12:00 - 3:00 pm US-Pacific Daylight Time (click for your own time zone).

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

We've added three new keynote panelists (see below) to our first Library 2.020 mini-conference: "Wholehearted Libraries," which will be held online (and for free) on Tuesday, March 10th, from 12:00 - 3:00 pm US-Pacific Standard Time (click for your own time zone). Please also join the Library 2.0 Steve Steve Hargadon Library 2.0

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eSchool News

MAY 12, 2021

New York, NY – Adventure 2 Learning, a leading video-based education platform, announces the acquisition of Mission Move to expand its offering of fun, interactive programs to help educators and parents make learning exciting. The company’s video-based lessons reinforce grade-specific concepts for math, literacy, and nutrition.

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Edsurge

JUNE 29, 2016

Nine edtech companies, nominated by the incubators that hatched them, will present to an audience of 25 education leaders. The Colorado-based company was formed in 2016 from the merger of two existing organizations: Digital Directions International (est. LessonCast triumphed in a recent educator "SharkTank" webinar, hosted by EdSurge.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 8, 2016

The education world—and the edtech community—have plenty of conferences. Last year, we decided to pull together a list of the leading 40 or so convenings for educators and edtech entrepreneurs and executives, and share it with our readers. Your illustration says 2016-2017: When do these events occur?

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MAY 19, 2020

We're excited to announce our second Library 2.020 mini-conference: " Small, Rural, and Independent Libraries ," which will be held online (and for free) on Wednesday, June 17th, from 12:00 - 3:00 pm US-Pacific Daylight Time (click for your own time zone). Please also join this Library 2.0 Please also join this Library 2.0

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Digital Promise

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

adults ages 18–65—around 118 million—perform at or below the lowest proficiency levels in problem solving in technology rich environments ( National Center for Education Statistics, 2016 ). The goal of the assessment was to analyze how technology is implemented in adult education classrooms throughout the city.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

The plan was first released to fulfill the Improving America’s Schools Act of 1994 and last revised in 2016. It’s intensified the long-standing desire to deliver a truly inclusive education system. It’s a mindset shift we need in education right now,” Jones says. But with evaporating funds, will those hopes be dashed or delayed?

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Edsurge

JANUARY 4, 2019

EdSurge Independent was created in 2016 as a way to change that by providing college and university students a platform to share their ideas, concerns, excitement and frustrations with the way technology shapes teaching and learning in higher education. But too often, a critical element is left out of the process: student voice.

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Educator Innovator

JUNE 13, 2017

A group of YOUmedia makerspaces band together to innovate and support library makerspaces facing the opportunities and challenges distinctive to the middle, “post-emergent” years. Library makerspaces are no different. At first, the space was for whatever anyone wanted to do, “kind of a mess,” said Sarah Winchowky at DML 2016.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 10, 2016

3 – Rio 2016 Olympics. The Rio 2016 Olympics kick off on August 5, 2016. Many organizations have already created lesson plans: Scholastic , Education World , Read Write Think , and many websites have Olympic themes. (Or 2 – Wander Through a Library (or Amazon free titles). Or search TpT or Pinterest.).

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Edsurge

JULY 31, 2018

Our education system is widely considered one of the best, if not the best , in the world. The principles that guide the development of Finland’s national educational system emphasize the school as a learning community. So, what makes Finnish schools consistently excellent?

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JUNE 4, 2020

Our second Library 2.020 mini-conference: " Small, Rural, and Independent Libraries ," will be held online (and for free) on Wednesday, June 17th, from 12:00 - 3:00 pm US-Pacific Daylight Time (click for your own time zone). Please also join the Library 2.0 Please also join the Library 2.0 Steve Steve Hargadon Library 2.0

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

Technology designed for educators is pushed “as if our ones and zeroes are special,” keynote speaker Clay Shirky told top librarians, publishers and administrators at the Ithaka Next Wave 2017 conference, held in New York City on Wednesday. With edtech, specialized isn’t always better. What we’ve done is not nuclear science,” she added.

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eSchool News

JUNE 27, 2016

In an effort to protect students in this always-on and connected world, Impero Software , a remote monitoring and management software provider, has updated its keyword libraries to include a more comprehensive list of U.S. Impero will showcase the updated library in their booth #708 during the 2016 ISTE conference June 26-29, 2016 in Denver.

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Edsurge

JUNE 27, 2016

In his opening keynote at the ISTE 2016 conference, noted physicist Dr. Michio Kaku showed educators the forest that he and others believe will encircle the classroom of the future. All of it, he said, will have an impact on the world of education. And oh, what a forest it might be. Remember, robots are [just] adding machines.

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 24, 2019

With support from the Universal Service Schools and Libraries Program, commonly known as E-rate , TCSD was able to upgrade the entire district in two years — and with an 85 percent equipment discount. “We E-rate , which helps schools and libraries obtain affordable high-speed internet access , last underwent big change in 2014.

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Waterford

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Sign up for the free summit to learn research-based strategies from early education experts, including Julie Christensen, Vice President of Curriculum at Waterford. Department of Education, evaluates and ranks early learning studies to provide educators with unbiased evaluations as they make decisions for their schools.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

NOVEMBER 10, 2016

The 7th Annual Global Education Conference (GEC) Starts Sunday! The Global Education Conference Network's seventh annual global collaboration "extravaganza" will take place around the clock starting this Sunday, November 13, and continuing through Wednesday, November 16. Important Updates Below. Become a Partner Organization!

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Tom Murray

MAY 23, 2018

Across the country, librarians are supporting those in need by promoting the great work and connectivity often available at local libraries. Second, students in need can ask friends or educators for nearby locations and collaboration can support access in the community. Collaborate and Promote Your Local Library!

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Edsurge

MAY 2, 2024

Balloon archways surrounded the stage as the superintendent of the Los Angeles Unified School District, Alberto Carvalho, last month announced what he hailed as a pioneering use of artificial intelligence in education. So what, specifically, does the system do?

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The Hechinger Report

MARCH 15, 2024

Department of Education promise, and many are calling for an urgent push for help, including through legislation and a marshalling of resources from institutions like libraries and groups such as AmeriCorps. “I It’s a terrible time for anyone who counted on that U.S.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 28, 2016

At higher education’s biggest IT conference, Sugata Mitra described how small children can inspire the future of learning. Chester, who won the Educause 2016 Community Leadership Award, says that the overwhelming amount of information available at our fingertips causes humans to react in two ways: shut down or follow the crowd.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 15, 2015

Libraries, connectivity, and more are big issues for IT professionals. Here are five key trends that CTOs will be watching and reacting to in 2016: The modernized E-rate program. Since it was established 18 years ago, the E-rate program has focused on connecting schools and libraries to the internet. billion. “Now,

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Doug Levin

MARCH 10, 2016

I recently availed myself of the chance to join and learn from many of the leading innovators and thinkers in the emerging blockchain industry at the Chamber of Digital Commerce’s DC Blockchain Summit 2016 , which billed itself (accurately, I think) as “a dialogue at the intersection of industry, regulation, and innovation.”

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eSchool News

JUNE 27, 2016

Educators preparing to travel to Denver for ISTE 2016 can expect thought-provoking keynotes, interactive learning opportunities and more than 900 sessions at this year’s conference. Leadership Central offers a chance for attendees to connect with other education leaders to exchange ideas and form professional networks.

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Graphite Blog

MAY 16, 2016

The 2016 Common Sense Media Awards were held in New York City on May 3. Our host, journalist and author Claire Shipman, led us in a fantastic evening, honoring four outstanding educators, activists, and media creators for their positive and lasting impact on kids' lives. Educational Creator Award Bill Nye.

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