edWeb.net

JANUARY 12, 2021

In order to address education equity, administrators must first recognize the common barriers. A holistic approach to child development, education, and differentiated support – This is a chance to make classrooms developmentally conducive to learning. without really looking for the root cause of the issues. Noguera, Ph.D.,

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

The eSchool News K-12 Hero Awards recognize the dedicated efforts of education professionals across K-12 departments, including IT, curriculum, instruction and administration. The program received an influx of inspiring nominations that highlight the innovation and selflessness of educators in schools and districts across the nation.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Despite decades of existing research, most professional development programs fail to adhere to established criteria for effectiveness. The Center for Public Education found that while over 90% of teachers reported that they engaged in some type of professional development during the year, most found it to be completely ineffective.”.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

The eSchool News K-12 Hero Awards recognize the dedicated efforts of education professionals across K-12 departments, including IT, curriculum, instruction and administration. The program received an influx of inspiring nominations that highlight the innovation and selflessness of educators in schools and districts across the nation.

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edWeb.net

OCTOBER 16, 2018

Instead of isolated lessons, students learn how to connect their studies with real-world problems. School leaders should encourage educators to use edtech that promotes skills like creativity and problem-solving, which will serve the student no matter what profession they choose. About the Host.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Unfortunately, many schools and districts are still relying on individuals or looking for that magic program rather than developing educational systems that provide a high-quality, modern education for all students. Even before the pandemic and the shift to distance education, learning extended beyond the classroom.

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edWeb.net

AUGUST 19, 2021

In a recent edWebinar , sponsored by ClassLink and co-hosted by CoSN and AASA , representatives from Desert Sands Unified School District, CA (the 2021 winner) and Santa Fe Public Schools, NM (the 2020 winner) presented their keys to success. Dr. Kelly May-Vollmar has worked in education since 2004. Leadership. Innovation.

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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. The world has changed. It is going to be different moving forward.

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edWeb.net

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Now that the 2020-21 school year is underway, district leaders must continue to respond in new ways to fast-changing situations resulting not just from COVID-19, but also from equity issues, and in many locations from environmental problems as well. By Robert Low. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING. LISTEN TO THE PODCAST.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 29, 2022

Like most rural communities, this created a significant digital divide when COVID-19 forced schools nationwide to close in March 2020. Learn more about this edWeb broadcast, “ Leading for Digital Equity: Award-Winning Community Engagement Strategies ,” sponsored by ClassLink and co-hosted by CoSN and AASA. Join the Community.

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edWeb.net

JULY 15, 2020

As schools prepare for the 2020-2021 school year, the presenters have had many opportunities to listen to their stakeholders. Dr. Donna Wright was named Tennessee’s 2020 Superintendent of the Year. She has worked in public school education, K-12, and higher ed, for nearly 40 years. About the Host. Join the Community.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 10, 2021

Among her most recent notable achievements are 2021 Georgia Carl Perkins awardee, 2020 University of Georgia College of Education Lifetime Achievement awardee, 2019 Georgia Outstanding Woman, and 2019 Georgia Department of Education’s STEM and STEAM Advocate of the Year. Join the Community.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 5, 2021

As Superintendent of Fort Smith (AR) Public Schools from 2017-2020, Dr. Brubaker launched the district’s Vision 2023 strategic planning initiative, working extensively with stakeholders to identify and prioritize the district’s greatest needs. in educational computing from the University of North Texas.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

Dr. Thiele noted that it is vital for district leaders to be willing learners when their educated tech staff says, “Hey, these things are important.” Miller leans heavily on his IT team to stay ahead of attacks by monitoring systems 24/7 and proactively educating staff on potential risks. Dr. Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast.

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edWeb.net

APRIL 23, 2020

Every two or three years, state and federal laws regarding accessibility in education change. However, the goal is always the same: making sure that every student, at every level (classroom, building, district), has access to the resources they need to meet their learning goals. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING. Highlights. Dr. Carol L.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

Educating all constituents, not just about the process, but also why it’s important, is essential. All of the presenters said that due to the growing sophistication of attacks, they include cybersecurity training as part of professional learning. They educate staff about the types of attacks as well as what to do.

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edWeb.net

MAY 19, 2020

A final challenge—again, whether or not during a crisis—is compassion for the families and students while still ensuring an effective education. Schools may need to approach the digital transition one family at a time to make sure all students receive a quality and effective education. Department of Education Secretary in October 2016.

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edWeb.net

MAY 7, 2021

COVID-19 was tough on schools, calling for swift shifts in teaching and learning practices to support virtual learning environments and a host of new pedagogical demands. At the start of the pandemic in March 2020, schools defaulted to online learning. Professional Learning. Student engagement suffered.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 10, 2019

Educate all staff members frequently and thoroughly. Education programs need to be more comprehensive and ongoing throughout the year. Manheim Central School District (PA) Superintendent Dr. Peter Aiken said they partnered with a company to educate their staff about email threats. Everyone is at risk.”.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

She was a successful education leader in Virginia, and Texas before McGraw-Hill recruited her to lead their Urban Markets 2015-2017. Ann served as Executive Director, Educational Technology in the Klein Independent School District, near Houston, Texas until September 2013, when she and her family moved to Los Angeles, California.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 17, 2020

Most important, the pandemic has changed how all of the presenters are approaching the overall educational environment. The question, the presenters said, is how much the current situation will change the future education environment. in educational leadership in 2011 from Trevecca Nazarene University. About the Presenters.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

And depending on their background and experience, not everyone is supportive of tech-infused learning. Yet, 1:1 classrooms, BYOD, and tech-supported education are today’s reality. The why, said the presenters, should always be about impacting students’ education. in educational computing from the University of North Texas.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 1, 2020

During ClassLink and CoSN’s edWebinar, “ Online Assessment: An Effective, Coordinated, District Leadership Team Approach,” administrators from the Hampton Township School District in Pennsylvania offered lessons they learned from implementing a comprehensive online assessment program.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

with an overlay of state and local laws makes understanding privacy regulations difficult at every level of education. Educating the community about your school’s data privacy policies is also important when they start comparing your district’s curriculum to another. Then, start with the basics.

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edWeb.net

JULY 22, 2019

The research has shown…that the most successful professional learning is focused. Kelley is deeply committed to addressing historical disparities in school systems and realizing a compelling vision of educational equity for every student. For instance, one barrier to access was library cards.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 4, 2019

Most educators look at the cost of their device and software, but what they need to understand is that the total cost includes PD, tech support, sustainability. Department of Education Secretary in October 2016. Dr. Soumakian has over 35 years of education experience, including eighteen years of high school teaching.

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edWeb.net

APRIL 22, 2019

While the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) was last reauthorized in 2004, with amendments in 2015, and the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) were updated back in 2008, the demand for accessibility and equality in education continues to grow. in education from Maryville University of St.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

When Congress passed FERPA (The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act) in 1974, school and district leaders could rely on once-a-year training and reviews to make sure they remained in compliance. Now, when educators could potentially add a new app with a few mouse clicks, managing student data privacy is a never-ending task.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 19, 2019

Finally, school leaders need to model tech use to their teachers and show that the administration is all in on using tech for education. Invest in Sustained Professional Development: The presenters agreed that there are always excuses to limit or avoid PD, especially time and money. Do they have a device they can use at home?

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 18, 2018

Of course cyber security is necessary in education. Cabrera pointed out, though, that for schools with most materials in the cloud, a hacked network and any subsequent outages for repair can halt learning for days or longer. With few on-site licenses, educators and students will have no access to their materials. About the Host.

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edWeb.net

JANUARY 22, 2019

But, they also saw a large number of resources being recommitted to just this one aspect of education: space for server farms, money for hardware and software upgrades, overworked personnel, etc. He holds a doctorate in educational computing from the University of North Texas, an M.Ed. from Texas Christian University, a B.A.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

She guided both the educational technology and IT departments to support district and site personnel to plan and complete all iPad deployments and the Mobile Learning Initiative. Dr. Randy Ziegenfuss, Superintendent of Salisbury Township School District in Pennsylvania, is an educational disruption designer. About the Host.

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edWeb.net

JULY 31, 2019

She then moved to the K-12 education sector as CTO of Cypress Fairbanks ISD in Texas. The book is due to be released in 2020. His passion is harnessing a school culture that thrives on design thinking skills, innovative digital spaces, high caliber professional development, exponential thinking, BYOD/1to1, and makerspaces.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

The ninth annual Global Education Conference starts this coming Monday! This is an amazing and free online event that brings together educators and innovators from around the world. The hidden treasure of the Global Education Conference is volunteering--you will love it! LOTS of information below! Go to [link] 4.

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