Neo LMS

JULY 12, 2018

Only 3% of teachers in high-poverty level schools said that their students had the digital tools necessary to complete homework assignments, compared to 52% of teachers in more affluent schools. A counterpoint to these figures, is also the finding that 70% of teachers assign homework requiring broadband access.

Examples 150

Examples Accessibility Broadband Mobility 150

Edsurge

DECEMBER 20, 2016

2017 is shaping up to be a big year of what-if’s. education technology agenda. Much work remains to be done to realize the full potential of education technology. only to discover that there wasn’t adequate broadband to execute the lesson. only to discover that there wasn’t adequate broadband to execute the lesson.

EdTech 60

EdTech Education Edcamps Common Core 60

EdTech Magazine

MARCH 7, 2018

In The Gallup 2017 Survey of K–12 School District Superintendents , 67 percent of respondents said the quantity of new teacher candidates is decreasing and 39 percent said the quality is also declining. Thankfully, technologies such as virtual reality and collaboration software can assist with the training and recruiting of better teachers.

Classroom 228

Classroom Broadband EdTech Blended Learning 228

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 28, 2020

Since 2017, investment has accelerated with $14 billion allocated, according to research firm HolonIQ. Despite the influx of capital, employers, schools and policymakers are only just beginning to harness the sector’s advancements in the delivery, accessibility and effectiveness of education technology. hours on social media.

Trends 174

Trends EdTech Education Company 174

Edsurge

JUNE 23, 2020

What was once the premier, must-go conference in the education technology industry is now going away. Last week, the Software and Information Industry Association (SIIA) announced that its education technology group will no longer operate as its own division beginning July 1. As part of the change, the Washington, D.C.-based

Industry 159

Industry Conference EdTech Student Data Privacy 159

The Hechinger Report

NOVEMBER 11, 2018

Shawn Caine, who teaches technology at Panguitch High School in Garfield County, Utah, lets students who don’t have adequate home internet service get online in her classroom before and after school. And yet, reliable broadband is far from guaranteed in this region of towering plateaus, sagebrush valleys and steep canyons.

Broadband 84

Broadband Chromebook Accessibility Mobility 84

Education Superhighway

NOVEMBER 7, 2017

On November 3, 2017, California’s Governor Jerry Brown announced the California Broadband for Education Initiative , a collaboration between, the California Department of Education, the K-12 High Speed Network, and EducationSuperHighway. Research and outreach for technology and provider options.

Broadband 63

Broadband Strategy Accessibility Digital Learning 63

Education Superhighway

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

As districts start to file their Form 470’s, many are considering the strategies that will put them in the best position to receive the broadband they need at prices they can afford. In the August 22, 2017 School and Libraries News Brief , USAC changed the definitions of some key service options on the 470.

Broadband 68

Broadband Libraries Strategy Accessibility 68

Education Superhighway

JUNE 14, 2019

With technology playing a pivotal role in creating incredible learning opportunities for America’s students, it’s vital that every classroom has the bandwidth needed to access media-rich educational tools and implement digital learning. 2 – Plan for your school districts broadband budget.

Broadband 55

Broadband E-rate BYOD Digital Learning 55

Edsurge

OCTOBER 24, 2017

Fueled by an explosion of broadband access, education software and, of course, the irresistible allure of financial returns, investors across the world want a slice of the U.S. Through the first three quarters of 2017, U.S.-based based education technology startups have raised just over $1 billion, according to our unofficial count.

EdTech 83

EdTech Broadband Company Software 83

Education Superhighway

AUGUST 10, 2017

As you work to set your district’s students and teachers up for success in the 2017-2018 school year, now’s a great time to consider their digital learning opportunities. You can find that comparative district pricing on our free price transparency tool, Compare & Connect. WHY HIGH-SPEED CONNECTION MATTERS.

Broadband 63

Broadband E-rate Digital Learning Tools 63

Education Superhighway

AUGUST 10, 2017

As you work to set your district’s students and teachers up for success in the 2017-2018 school year, now’s a great time to consider their digital learning opportunities. You can find that comparative district pricing on our free price transparency tool, Compare & Connect. WHY HIGH-SPEED CONNECTION MATTERS.

Broadband 64

Broadband E-rate Digital Learning Accessibility 64

The Hechinger Report

APRIL 27, 2020

Poor families were twice as likely to say that they “never” used technology for educational purposes with their kindergarteners than families with higher incomes (32 percent versus 16 percent). Our widespread foray into distance learning is forcing teachers to optimize technology. But, for all kids, summer learning loss is a setback.

Learning 123

Learning Software Digital Divide Broadband 123

Education Superhighway

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

The school district must leverage distance education — which requires a strong broadband connection. Funding: Lastly, Texas passed a $25 million state matching fund in 2017. Jim went on to explain that the lack of affordable broadband moved beyond the school walls — it also hindered the community. The best part?

E-rate 60

E-rate Broadband Robotics Data 60

Graphite Blog

AUGUST 16, 2016

Leading education conference SXSWedu 2017 doesn't start until March 6 -- but long before then, the con's Panel Picker will help decide which sessions will be presented there. Along the way we've conducted nearly 3,000 in-depth evaluations of tools paired with 9,000 from-the-field reviews from teachers.

Broadband 40

Broadband EdTech Education Robotics 40

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

And as the Haw burbled in the background last Friday and Saturday, school administrators, teachers and edtech entrepreneurs gathered for thoughtful conversations and exchanges around how to use digital technology to support learning at the 30th EdSurge Tech for Schools Summit. Technology works when leadership works.

Digital Learning 89

Digital Learning Learning Broadband STEM 89

Education Superhighway

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

According to 2017 data from the Federal Communications Commission: 2 million students and 2.6 In short, our research on 2017 school connectivity reveals that while exceptional progress has been made to close the gap, too many of our students are still using dial-up speeds of the past to learn the skills they’ll need tomorrow.

Report 40

Report E-rate Digital Divide Broadband 40

edWeb.net

JUNE 13, 2019

According to Davis, Fuller, Jackson, Pittman, and Sweet (2007) , the definition of digital equity is “equal access and opportunity to digital tools, resources, and services to support an increase in digital knowledge, awareness, and skills.” WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING. This article was modified and published by eSchool News.

Strategy 47

Strategy EdTech Professional Learning Accessibility 47

Education Superhighway

JANUARY 23, 2017

During this time, the state also launched a school technology readiness survey, which was completed by 117 school district leaders and provided insight into the internal network needs across the state. As we head into 2017, the Digital Connections Initiative continues its focus on getting high-speed Internet access for all schools.

Digital Divide 40

Digital Divide E-rate Secondary Classroom 40

Doug Levin

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

Otherwise, here’s what caught my eye this past week – news, tools, and reports about education, public policy, technology, and innovation – including a little bit about why. A Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News (2017 Week 38 Edition). No endorsements; no sponsored content; no apologies for my eclectic tastes.

EdTech 150

EdTech Industry Survey Laptops 150

Doug Levin

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

Otherwise, here’s what caught my eye this past week – news, tools, and reports about education, public policy, technology, and innovation – including a little bit about why. A Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News (2017 Week 38 Edition). No endorsements; no sponsored content; no apologies for my eclectic tastes.

EdTech 150

EdTech Industry Survey Laptops 150

The Hechinger Report

MARCH 26, 2018

Miller is one of many vocal critics of the wide disparities in education technology pricing, which he and others contend is becoming an increasingly pressing problem as more devices and software enter U.S. Related: In Mississippi schools, access to technology lacking, uneven. classrooms. Photo: Jackie Mader/The Hechinger Report.

iPad 86

iPad Broadband Software Company 86

The Hechinger Report

AUGUST 23, 2017

Aurice Blanton, a senior at Chicago Technology Academy, looks over his schedule during a month-long internship at CNA Insurance last May. Blanton, a high school senior, was interning for the firm’s information technology group. Linnea Garrett, Chicago Technology Academy school director. So, I’ll only reach for this low bar.’ ”.

Report 70

Report Study Software Meeting 70

The Hechinger Report

MAY 23, 2020

Jamar McKneely (background) tours a science and technology event at Edna Karr High School, one of the schools in his InspireNOLA charter school network. The 2017 Tubbs Fire caused evacuations and killed more than 20 people in the county. Credit: Photo: Shandrell Briscoe for InspireNOLA Charter Schools.

Digital Divide 121

Digital Divide Laptops Accessibility Online Learning 121

The Hechinger Report

JUNE 6, 2018

Discovery’s math coach, Angela Torpy, and technology coach, Keith Reeves, help teachers weave the building’s data into standards-based lessons. The cost of solar power is way down , and, according to DiNola, the necessary energy efficiency “doesn’t require bleeding-edge technology.

Elementary 109

Elementary Learning Data Report 109

Edsurge

APRIL 4, 2019

Instead, EducationSuperHighway is sunsetting because, well, that’s what Marwell always intended it to do—once the organization reached its expressed goal of connecting 99 percent of K-12 students to high-speed broadband. In 2017, EducationSuperHighway’s annual “State of the States” report declared 94 percent of U.S.

Broadband 117

Broadband E-rate Advocacy Industry 117

edWeb.net

MAY 21, 2021

The 2021 Driving K-12 Innovation report released by CoSN selected the most critical Hurdles (challenges), Accelerators (mega-trends), and Tech Enablers (tools) that school districts are facing with personalized learning, innovation, and digital equity. LISTEN TO THE PODCAST. Tech Enablers. Looking Forward.

Learning 79

Learning Broadband Elementary Professional Learning 79

Edsurge

JANUARY 15, 2019

There was also plenty of rain in the education technology industry, where venture capitalists and private-equity investors unleashed a deluge of cash. education technology companies raised $1.45 education technology companies raised $1.45 edtech startups in 2017. For many U.S. Last year, U.S. Last year, U.S.

EdTech 149

EdTech Company Industry Edmodo 149

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. One of the first challenges rural districts face is broadband access. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING. Teachers have also been doubly challenged with the quarantine.

BYOD 54

BYOD Broadband EdTech Elementary 54

Edsurge

JUNE 26, 2018

Many parents, however, experience educational, technological and language barriers to accessing and understanding data, limiting their ability to make informed decisions about their children. To address this problem, grassroots parent-networks have been sprouting up to give parents the tools they need to make use of public data systems.

Data 116

Data Laptops Meeting Report 116

The Hechinger Report

JUNE 26, 2018

Many parents, however, experience educational, technological and language barriers to accessing and understanding data, limiting their ability to make informed decisions about their children. To address this problem, grassroots parent-networks have been sprouting up to give parents the tools they need to make use of public data systems.

Data 105

Data Laptops Report Accessibility 105

MindShift

JUNE 26, 2018

Many parents, however, experience educational, technological and language barriers to accessing and understanding data, limiting their ability to make informed decisions about their children. To address this problem, grassroots parent-networks have been sprouting up to give parents the tools they need to make use of public data systems.

Data 43

Data Laptops Report Accessibility 43

Doug Levin

APRIL 9, 2017

Doug Levin (@douglevin) April 9, 2017. Otherwise, here’s what caught my eye this week – news, tools, and reports about education, public policy, technology, and innovation – including a little bit about why. A Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News (2017 Week 14 Edition). What does it mean to be an XYZ-certifed educator?

EdTech 191

EdTech E-rate Data Android 191

Doug Levin

APRIL 9, 2017

Doug Levin (@douglevin) April 9, 2017. Otherwise, here’s what caught my eye this week – news, tools, and reports about education, public policy, technology, and innovation – including a little bit about why. A Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News (2017 Week 14 Edition). What does it mean to be an XYZ-certifed educator?

EdTech 150

EdTech E-rate Data Android 150

Doug Levin

MARCH 12, 2017

Filter bubbles are bad, including in educational technology. Here’s what caught my eye the week of March 6, 2017 – news, tools, and reports about education, public policy, technology, and innovation – including a little bit about why. A Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News (2017 Week 10 Edition).

EdTech 170

EdTech E-rate OER Coursera 170

Hack Education

JANUARY 12, 2018

Each week, I gather a wide variety of links to education and education technology articles. Congratulations, STEM folks and learn-to-code evangelists, for being featured in President Trump’s list of his 2017 accomplishments. Via Education Week : “ Trump Signs Orders on Rural Broadband Access.” asks Audrey.

Education 43

Education Company Blackboard Kaplan 43

Hack Education

JUNE 23, 2017

Edsurge runs with Trump’s promise to boost rural broadband like it’s a truth anyone can count on. “technologizing” the government. Here’s a sponsored article , paid for by the Gates Foundation and published by Edsurge promoting the school and its technology.). ” That is the Sophie B.

Education 53

Education Kaplan Pearson Elsevier 53