Edsurge

MAY 28, 2019

The number of K-12 students enrolling in full-time virtual and blended learning schools continues to grow, despite research suggesting that students in these programs do not perform as well as their peers in traditional settings. It could also be because virtual learning programs demand lower operating costs than a traditional school.

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Blended Learning Trends Policies Online Learning 167

techlearning

MAY 24, 2018

May 24, 2018—The Boston Business Journal announced that Curriculum Associates has been named to their 2018 “Fast 50” list of the Fastest-Growing Private Companies in Massachusetts for the fourth consecutive year. In 2017, Curriculum Associates placed 48th on the list. Companies that did not show growth from 2016 to 2017 were excluded.

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Company Industry Instructional Materials Blended Learning 40

Marketplace K-12

AUGUST 1, 2016

Edgenuity today announced its acquisition of Compass Learning, bringing together two well-known ed-tech companies whose digital offerings will now span kindergarten through 12th grade. headquarters and the Austin, Texas, offices of Compass Learning. K-12 Dealmaking: Investor Weld North, Learn Launch Make Big Moves.

Blended Learning 40

Blended Learning Kaplan Learning Common Core 40

Edsurge

DECEMBER 25, 2017

Here are EdSurge’s top stories of 2017 in chronological order—a healthy dose of optimism and skepticism, words of encouragement and caution for the year ahead. Three students share how they’re still learning, and how schools can help.

Khan Academy 78

Khan Academy EdTech LMS Trends 78

techlearning

AUGUST 15, 2018

5000, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies. The list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the American economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent small businesses. Not only have the companies on the 2018 Inc. If your company is on the Inc.

Company 40

Company Industry Instructional Materials Blended Learning 40

The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 25, 2019

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). Disclosure of Material Connection: This is a “sponsored podcast episode.”

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EdTech Company Course Conference 233

21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

AUGUST 23, 2020

PBL… Blended and eLearning – Part 1: Important Questions for the New School Year. How do I facilitate PBL in blended learning environment?”. The sudden shift in the learning environment last year may have provided an obstacle for the way we wanted to see this happen. Planning Blended Learning for another year.

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Blended Learning LMS STEM Assessment 192

Edsurge

DECEMBER 6, 2017

So these days, companies, nonprofits and researchers make working closely with teachers and administrators as one of their main priorities. The cost of these trips, according to the Times, totaled more than $33,000 with at least $13,000 of Dance’s flight, lodging, meals and other fees covered by organizations sponsored by tech companies.

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Edmentum Conference Industry Blended Learning 139

Edsurge

DECEMBER 1, 2017

I researched different management structures, such as Holacracy, and read about successful team cultures at companies like Netflix and MorningStar. We incorporated our company in Delaware, held meetings as a board and divvied up shares. I’ve had to step out of my teacher echo chamber to redefine professional learning for myself.

Classroom 148

Classroom Company Blended Learning Assessment 148

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 18, 2017

From bigwig financiers to bankers, along with heads of private and publicly-traded education technology companies, the gathering attracted around 900 attendees last week to share the opportunities and challenges in the industry this year. Based Education Technology Companies (2011-2016). billion in 2017. Candee concurred. “We

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EdTech Edmentum Industry Company 129

eSchool News

DECEMBER 15, 2016

For Online Courses/Blended Learning. They use the latest available knowledge to ensure the relevance and effectiveness of education, which showcases the professionalism of the company. Explore and enjoy! Everyone who took at least one online course on this platform knows how great it is. iTunes University.

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EdTech Coursera Tools Blended Learning 40

The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

Friday, September 8, 2017. As a strong proponent for student-centered instruction, she uses a blended learning model for her students using a strengths-based approach to differentiate for all student needs. All comments in the shaded green box are my own. For guests and hyperlinks to resources, scroll down. Enhanced Transcript.

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Technology Elementary Blended Learning Chromebook 204

Edsurge

DECEMBER 31, 2018

Nancy Carlsson-Paige was nominated to share her thoughts by Diane Ravitch, who wrote for the project in 2017. Cyber schools have been increasing over the last twenty years, and most programs are marketed by for-profit companies.

Education 167

Education Academic Standards Company System 167

The Hechinger Report

AUGUST 1, 2018

According to state data, the number of young people in state juvenile justice facilities dropped from 901 at the end of 2012 to 386 in 2017. In Illinois, District 428 awarded 73 high school diplomas in 2017, up from 65 in 2013 when there were twice as many juveniles in the system and their average stay was longer.

Online Learning 67

Online Learning Blended Learning Pearson Learning 67

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 30, 2016

For the large scale systemic work, the company typically takes a cohort of schools through a variety of workshops to support redesign on a larger scale. What They Do CA Group works on a variety of projects but most of them fall into two categories: systemic change and personalized learning pilots.

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Groups Blended Learning Personalized Learning Company 60

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

In the 1980s, researchers developed an adaptive-tutoring math system used in high schools and colleges, and the tool was spun out as an independent company in 1998. Since then the company has swapped hands between other private-equity firms and private investors. He declined to share whether the company is turning a profit.

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EdTech Learning Adaptive Learning Company 63

The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 3, 2019

From “The Vault” of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast Lisa Scumpieru’s show aired in 2017 and remains a highly shared resource on hyperdocs. The company who sponsored it compensated me via cash payment, gift, or something else of value to include a reference to their product.

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Moodle Google Twitter Tools 295

The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 30, 2018

They also talked about the role of tech companies as censors or not as censors, so it was really cool to see how they were able to apply some of the things that we’ve traditionally always talked about in government class, and taken it into this digital space where they spend a good portion of their time. Blog: DrKMattson.com.

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Digital Citizenship Education Future Ready Course 195

The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

I first wrote about this app in December 2017 shortly after launch. The company who sponsored it compensated me via cash payment, gift, or something else of value to include a reference to their product. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I believe will be good for my readers and are from companies I can recommend.

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How To Examples Tools Company 240

The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 7, 2017

Date: Thursday, December 7, 2017. The technology for the web VR is there, though companies like SineSpace , Edorble , and Amazon just came out with Sumerian — which is based on it’s A-frame technology, which can run virtual worlds on mobile devices. This company has no impact on the editorial content of the show.

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Education Conference Company Chromebook 194

Edsurge

MAY 28, 2020

For proof, check out the “ Handbook of Research on K-12 Online and Blended Learning.” About 375,000 students in 32 states are enrolled in statewide online schools, many of which are operated as charter schools or run by Education Service Provider companies such as K12 Inc.

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Education Handbook Course Elementary 213

Doug Levin

JULY 31, 2017

I’m looking forward to stepping away from the office and spending time with family and friends one last time before the 2017-18 school year gets underway in earnest. A Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News (2017 Week 30 Edition). No endorsements; no sponsored content; no apologies for my eclectic tastes.

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EdTech Company Data Blended Learning 150

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 23, 2016

In October, we will share a guide highlighting the trends, insights and challenges we've learned about while profiling five key players in the world of school redesign. Education Elements provides support for schools and districts as they transform their school models to personalize learning. Stay tuned! What have I done wrong?”

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Education Elements Personalized Learning Education Learning 60

techlearning

APRIL 25, 2018

Retail Price: Contact company for pricing. Quality and Effectiveness: This research-based K–8 math curriculum was redesigned with a fresh interface in 2017. Creative Use of Technology: Wowzers has many parts—lessons, practices, games, instructional video assessments, blended learning activities, and performance tasks.

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Blended Learning Tablets Data Assessment 45

edWeb.net

JUNE 12, 2019

For the 2016–2017 school year, he received an Excellence in Teaching award and was one of three finalists for Teacher of the Year in Oakland Unified School District. The company has evolved to become one of the world’s largest software companies with more than 18,500 employees in more than 50 countries.

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Social Media Symantec Digital Citizenship Professional Learning 49

The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 29, 2017

Edtech and Social Emotional Learning. Transcript: Tuesday, August 29, 2017. Vicki: Yes, you can use Ed Tech and Social Emotional Learning! As you blend your classroom, pay attention to the BRICKS (face to face) and CLICKS (online) classroom. Transcript for Episode 137. Shownotes: www.coolcatteacher.com/e137. Vicki: Wow.

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EdTech Learning STEM Microsoft 191

techlearning

FEBRUARY 26, 2018

The platform has added more than 2,000 new titles in both non-fiction and fiction since October 2017. The expansion of Big Universe’s portfolio includes popular publishers such as The Child’s World, The Creative Company, and Jump Library. It can also be used as a resource for those participating in an Hour of Code event.

eBook 40

eBook Libraries Education Blended Learning 40

The Hechinger Report

MARCH 6, 2018

based education company that is part of a nonprofit consortium in the state. Holmes County Central High School is one of eight rural schools participating in a new, blended learning AP Physics program. In 2017, the average score on all AP exams in Mississippi was a 2.2, Photo: Jackie Mader/The Hechinger Report.

Online Learning 66

Online Learning Learning Course Blended Learning 66

The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 1, 2018

Bethany regularly blogs at Teaching with Technology ( [link] ) where she shares resources, ideas, edtech tools, tips, and tricks, as well as reflections from her blended/flipped/gamified high school Social Studies classroom. Bethany’s blog has been listed as one of EdTech Magazine’s 50 K-12 IT Blogs to Read (2016 and 2017).

EdTech 183

EdTech Learning Chromebook Assessment 183

edWeb.net

OCTOBER 10, 2018

For the 2016–2017 school year, Jamie received an Excellence in Teaching award and was one of three finalists for Teacher of the Year in Oakland Unified School District. The company has evolved to become one of the world’s largest software companies with more than 18,500 employees in more than 50 countries.

Digital Citizenship 40

Digital Citizenship Symantec Company Smartphone 40

The Hechinger Report

MARCH 26, 2018

When administrators in Ohio’s Mentor Public Schools were buying MacBooks during the 2015-16 school year, the local Best Buy was offering a lower price than Apple, even after the company’s standard discount for school districts. When buying specific software, administrators may have to purchase directly from one company.

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iPad Broadband Software Company 81

EdNews Daily

MAY 7, 2019

Approximately 25% will be para-professionals possibly mixed with fully credentialed teachers doing the following: Online support/chat-window or conference, either employed by a school or by a courseware company contracted with the school or via a student-purchased subscription.

Technology 160

Technology Industry Software Personalized Learning 160

The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 28, 2018

This is my first year teaching since graduating from Augusta University May 2017. The company who sponsored it compensated me via cash payment, gift, or something else of value to include a reference to their product. This company has no impact on the editorial content of the show. Bio as submitted. I am Lindsay George.

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Company How To Google Study 174

edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 8, 2017

The use of differentiated instruction to individualize each student’s learning experience is becoming more common in today’s elementary classrooms, but creating meaningful differentiation for a typical class of 25 students or more can still be a challenge. What should educators and administrators know about adaptive learning?

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Adaptive Learning Differentiated Instruction Learning Survey 40

techlearning

MAY 22, 2018

While Big Universe is a new addition to the Alabama Summer Learning Challenge this year, there was a 55 percent increase in Stride usage from summer 2016 to summer 2017. The company provides innovative solutions for pre-K through 12th grade that empower districts to implement successful online and blended learning programs.

Accessibility 40

Accessibility Education eBook Game-Based Learning 40

Shake Up Learning

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

Google is working with a number of partners, including: WNET, PBS, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, the American Museum of Natural History, the Planetary Society, David Attenborough with production company Alchemy VR and many of the Google Cultural Institute museum partners to create custom educational content that spans the universe.”.

Google 62

Google Resources Android EdTech 62

The Hechinger Report

OCTOBER 17, 2016

AltSchool – a California-based chain that promises to use technology to help teachers provide personal-fit lessons for its students – will share its proprietary technology in 2017 with three independent schools in Virginia and Florida, it announced Tuesday. AltSchool is a technology company an d a school operator.

Technology 40

Technology Facebook Blended Learning System 40