EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

Educators See Positive Impact of Mobile Devices in K–12. A new report from national education nonprofit Project Tomorrow says adding mobile devices to the classroom provides students with equity, empowerment and a better understanding of complex concepts. eli.zimmerman_9856. Wed, 11/21/2018 - 10:53.

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eSchool News

MAY 15, 2024

But it’s not all bad–educators found success as they dedicated their efforts to improving student engagement and achievement, creating community-based approaches to learning, and inspiring students to become lifelong learners. Even a few moments of video can provide rich substance that can accelerate my learning as an educator.

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The Hechinger Report

MARCH 18, 2024

An early warning and intervention system, called BARR, pictured above, was one of the most successful education interventions to come out of the Department of Education’s research and development program that issued $1.4 billion in grants between 2010 and 2016. The failure rate was 74 percent.

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EdTech4Beginners

JANUARY 25, 2017

Martin also serves in working groups to advise the US Department of Education on the accessibility of education materials, and Universal Design for Learning. What do you think the year ahead has in store in terms of Educational Technology? Will Learning analytics have a major impact upon Education this year?

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Neo LMS

MARCH 8, 2018

But data can also tell an interesting story, and I thought to share with you some interesting facts and figures that, when viewed at a distance, show us how far we have come as a national body of educators, and how far we have left to go in terms of challenges ranging from poverty gaps, staff equity and school infrastructure. Vermont (83.8).

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 20, 2016

In our fourth year-end personal statement roundup, we’ve again asked thought leaders to share their outlooks on education, but with a twist. 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. What do you say?

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eSchool News

MAY 21, 2021

These different starting points place children on distinctly different trajectories of growth, leading to an accelerated accumulation of advantage or disadvantage and, ultimately, to vastly different adult outcomes. This polarization of life outcomes is truly national in scope.

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Edsurge

MAY 1, 2018

Research found that by the age of 12, students had developed an economic understanding that was “essentially adult”—but they did not have the education or skills needed to tackle many complex financial decisions. Her experience with financial education has helped her think about the steps she needs to take to achieve her dream. “My

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 13, 2023

In today’s post, I am introducing you to blended learning, a concept that is now common parlance within the ‘education speak’ In crafting this comprehensive piece on blended learning, I delved deep into academic literature, drawing on peer-reviewed research papers to create an authoritative and informative post.

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Edsurge

MARCH 14, 2020

Finland is often heralded as a model for educational excellence. Last week, Sparkmind , an education technology investment firm based in Helsinki, announced the first close of its venture fund, totalling €40 million (approx. But up to 25 percent of its capital can be invested in companies based outside of Europe, he adds.

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Digital Promise

MARCH 21, 2022

In this new role, effective May 2, Gupta will oversee Digital Promise’s national program team and an expanding international portfolio in partnership with leading international education and education technology organizations. and global education,” said Digital Promise President and CEO Jean-Claude Brizard.

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Edsurge

MARCH 11, 2019

To Sam Moulton, Director of Research for Panorama Education , a student failing a course is a wailing siren, signaling deep academic and personal challenges. Moulton's work has centered on psychology, education and cognition. Now, educators feel empowered to find new ways to support students. Moulton, Ph.D.

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The Hechinger Report

MAY 1, 2023

Education policy should be top of mind as state policymakers continue their legislative work this spring. After unprecedented learning loss, growing disparities in educational outcomes and overall public dissatisfaction, the time is right for an education overhaul. Now, almost every state does.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 28, 2017

Open educational resources (OER) have long been touted as “the next big thing” in higher education, but the drawn-out hype has led many educators and administrators to wonder if it would ever live up to its expectations. Those days are over: 2017 was OER’s breakthrough year. That happened in 2017.

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The Hechinger Report

JUNE 12, 2023

Over 40 years, she’s developed strong views on what’s wrong with American math education, but one problem has rankled her since she first walked into a classroom: unequal access to higher-level courses. Are there schools that replicate best practices of countries like Japan and Finland and demonstrate better outcomes?”

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A Principal's Reflections

SEPTEMBER 23, 2018

Then there is the practicality of being able to work with both administrators and teachers at the ground level to improve pedagogy and, in turn, student outcomes. Not only did Elisabeth Trambley (2017) do a fantastic literature review of these, but she also conducted her own research study to determine the impact of brain breaks on behavior.

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eSchool News

JUNE 21, 2023

AMERICAN FORK, UTAH (PRWEB) — Two respected educators have been named the inaugural recipients of the YouScience® Innovative Educator Award, recognizing their exceptional contributions in guiding and inspiring students to explore their aptitudes and make informed decisions about their futures.

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Edsurge

MAY 8, 2024

In a time when technological advancements shape our daily lives and drive economic growth, focusing on STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) education in K-12 schools is not just a trend but a necessity. EdSurge: What experiences laid the foundation for your role as a leader in STEM education in NYC Public Schools?

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 19, 2017

Is education technology investing back on track? Are investors still eager to put their money in education startups? based edtech startups in 2017 saw a resurgence of investment capital. Yet at 126 deals, the number of fundraises in 2017 is also at its lowest since 2011. million in 2017. billion across 126 deals.

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Edsurge

MAY 26, 2021

And I believe education has a major role to play in addressing this imbalance, starting in the early years. This means that the adults around our children—parents, educators and caregivers—have been feeling less well. Yet this trend persists throughout the education sector. A Three-Headed Crisis 1. Our mental health crisis.

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IT Bill

JUNE 27, 2017

The June issue of the International Review of Research in Open and Distributed Learning (IRRODL) is dedicated to Open Educational Resources (OER). Several of the studies focus specifically on OER and student learning outcomes. Exploring Open Educational Resources for College Algebra. ISSN 1492-3831. doi: [link]. ISSN 1492-3831.

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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. You can find the full report here , and a snapshot of highlights below.

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Edsurge

JULY 24, 2017

edtech companies last year, the dollars returned with a fury during the first six months of 2017. This means that halfway through 2017, the funding for U.S. The 2017 number is inflated, however, by three gargantuan fundraises by EverFi ($190 million), Hero K12 ($150 million) and Grammarly ($110 million).

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 2, 2018

In a 2017 study by Blackboard and Project Tomorrow, 57 percent of teachers in blended learning environments said that technology has helped their students collaborate more with their peers, while 48 percent said that digital tools help students take greater ownership over their studies. . The 'Modern Classroom' Movement Is Growing Fast.

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My Paperless Classroom

AUGUST 8, 2017

This year at the ISTE conference, I had the amazing opportunity to sit down with Angela Maiers, Vicky Davis, Lord Jim Knight, Tina Photakis, and Jeff Lowe to discuss how student empowerment leads towards positive and engaging student outcomes.

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Digital Promise

JULY 16, 2019

Once an educational technology (edtech) tool is in a school, the hard work is just beginning due to a number of potential hurdles and challenges that leadership and educators need to overcome. Access to technology for all students is a major goal for many schools, companies, and organizations—yet access is only part of the equation.

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A Principal's Reflections

SEPTEMBER 29, 2019

No matter your position in education, you have gone through some form of professional development. Now, don’t get me wrong; some educators find value in the experiences I have outlined above and have gone on to change their respective practice for the better. However, I would say an equal amount have found little to no benefit.

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The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 2, 2017

Dr. David Guerin, (@ DavidGeurin ) is the 2017 NASSP Digital Principal of the year. True excellence is a mindset, a desire to serve, a belief that helping others leads to the best outcomes.” 5 Blind Spots Educators Must Address: [link]. Dr. David Geurin has been named the 2017 NASSP Digital Principal of the year.

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eSpark

JUNE 22, 2017

ISTE is just a few days away, and the team at eSpark Learning is about to head to San Antonio to learn from the nation’s most innovative and dedicated educators. As we countdown to ISTE 2017 , here’s a few things we’re excited to see, do, and learn about during the conference. Jennie Magiera Keynote Address. Writing in the Digital Age.

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Edsurge

MAY 11, 2018

The report, published by the Economic Policy Institute, examines the job outcomes for those between the ages of 21 and 24 with a bachelor’s degree. It found that those in the Class of 2018 have better job prospects than the classes of 2009-2017. in 2018, a slight gain from an average hourly wage of $18.22

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

The increasing digitalization of education has put even more emphasis on internet access in K–12 schools , leading more school districts, nonprofits and government agencies to invest in programs and services to ensure each student is connected. . Students are also using their mobile devices to assist with their education now more than ever.

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eSpark

JUNE 22, 2017

ISTE is just a few days away, and the team at eSpark Learning is about to head to San Antonio to learn from the nation’s most innovative and dedicated educators. As we countdown to ISTE 2017 , here’s a few things we’re excited to see, do, and learn about during the conference. Jennie Magiera Keynote Address. Writing in the Digital Age.

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The Hechinger Report

MAY 13, 2024

And for many Black students now, 70 years since the nation’s highest court held unanimously that separate is inherently unequal, educational resources and access remain woefully uneven. Yet research suggests that more Black teachers in the classroom can help boost Black student outcomes such as college enrollment.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 16, 2017

Educators from around the U.S. gathered in Oakland this past weekend for the Network for Public Education ’s (NPE) national conference, where several sessions centered around a common theme: protecting public education amid an era of federal budget cuts and concerns over the increased presence of technology in classrooms.

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The Web20Classroom

AUGUST 18, 2017

School may be out for many but the learning we do as educators can last even outside the classroom. We will then move to some non-educational books that you can use to grow as a learner and a professional. Then you can add check points along the way to ensure students are aligning their learning to your outcomes.

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Edsurge

MAY 28, 2020

But education students still need to work on lesson plans, and kids still need summer activities. McGhee, assistant clinical professor of elementary education at Auburn University. train future educators to teach online, experts say. This year, camp is canceled due to COVID-19. By now, you can probably list them by heart. “To

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 16, 2018

Those were a couple of the questions debated at #DLNchat on Tuesday, October 9, when we discussed how nontraditional education providers could influence the future of digital learning. I honestly see accreditation becoming less important as digital education takes over. But first, who are these nontraditional providers?

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