eSchool News

MAY 6, 2022

Sora Sweet Reads provides free access to a variety of popular digital books during the next 100+ days to encourage student reading during the rest of the school year and summer break. TeachingBooks, which features lessons, book guides and activities, was acquired by OverDrive in 2021.

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Edsurge

MAY 1, 2023

Khloe Kares was one of the winners / finalists in 2021. The 2021 winners’ lookbook can be downloaded here. Project 10Million provides at-risk families with a free mobile hotspot, free or highly subsidized data plans and access to at-cost laptops and tablets. The 2019 winners' lookbook can be downloaded here.

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Ed Tech from the Ground Up

APRIL 21, 2016

It suggests that the vast majority of students have access to broadband capabilities. Most estimates show full school Internet capability as not feasible until at least 2021. Beyond internet capability, not every student has access to a laptop or tablet necessary for most ed-tech tools. The Challenge.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Speak Up 2021-2022 Data Sets. Since the late 1990s, school districts across the country have had plans to make 1:1 devices (laptops, tablets, etc.) A few interesting data points include: In 2019-20, only 17% of teachers said they take advantage of students’ 1:1 device access in their lessons, compared to 50% in 2021-22.

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The Hechinger Report

APRIL 14, 2022

“You don’t have a computer, you don’t have internet, you can’t even access distance learning,” Silver said. A Tech Exchange employee works in the nonprofit’s warehouse in May 2021. Credit: Javeria Salman/ The Hechinger Report Boxes of #OaklandUndivided devices wait for student pickup at Castlemont High School in May 2021.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 11, 2022

In the 2021-22 school year, all students in grades 2-8 made fluency gains from the fall to the spring, with a 52 percent average percent increase in words read correctly per minute. At Cambridge School, all of our students have a Chromebook or a tablet. You will see hard-working students becoming more motivated, confident readers.

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Waterford

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

They were made by pressing a reed or stick into a tablet of wet clay.[3]. Although some people were able to write and read, not everybody had access to printed materials for much of written language’s history. They offer safe places for people to read, study, socialize, and more, with equal access for everyone.

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Edsurge

APRIL 18, 2022

The accelerator enables edtech startups to move faster through benefits such as equity-free financial support through AWS Promotional Credit, technical training and support, access to a global community of edtech experts and more.

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eSchool News

MARCH 20, 2024

As of 2021, 9% of the STEM workforce was Black, which was an increase from 7% in 2011. ” To access the complete findings from the 2024 Black Students and STEM Report as well as recommendations from YouScience and Black Girls Do STEM on how to address the career exposure gaps in STEM, click here.

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The Hechinger Report

JULY 1, 2021

While remote learning may be ending in most places across the country, many students will continue to struggle to complete many lessons and assignments because they lack adequate internet service and access to devices at home — a phenomenon commonly referred to as the “homework gap.”. There are some positive findings in the survey.

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Kitaboo on EdTech

APRIL 29, 2024

The content created using an ePUB Reader SDK is accessible on all major operating systems. It assists in creating and distributing digital content that works on a variety of platforms, including PCs, tablets, and smartphones. Why Invest in an ePUB Reader SDK? Connect with us now!

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Kitaboo on EdTech

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

An EPUB can be viewed on different devices like tablets, eReader devices, laptops, and computers. . It also makes it easier to access and navigate for the reader. . Interactive elements are especially useful for educational eBooks as they make the content accessible to the reader. . Digital Publishing / August 17, 2021.

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Shake Up Learning

MARCH 2, 2021

Some of these updates are here, and many are coming later in 2021. Only files created or edited after June 1, 2021 will count against your quota. . Files uploaded or last edited before June 1, 2021 will not count against your quota. . Below are the details on the Google Classroom updates coming in 2021. Click To Tweet.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 30, 2023

Leveraging the use of eBooks and audiobooks to expand access to reading materials as well as improve literacy skills for students was the focus of the edLeader Panel “ Keys to Elevating Readers with eBooks and Audiobooks.” Additionally, digital access alleviates logistical and budgetary issues for schools and school districts.

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The Hechinger Report

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

It’s difficult to get good internet access in Garrett County, Maryland. Unlike other districts in Maryland, Garrett County Public Schools was able to bring the majority of its students back to classrooms during the spring 2021 semester. The county lies in the Appalachian Mountains, full of peaks and ridges, trees and rivers.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 29, 2021

CLEVELAND – October 29, 2021 – As schools embrace the digital shift and rely more on digital books to support learning outcomes, educators are searching for creative ways to drive awareness and usage. Compatible hardware includes any touchscreen device or monitor (iPad mini-sized tablet or larger) running Windows 10, Android or iOS.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 1, 2020

All applications must be submitted online no later than 11:59pm Pacific Time on January 11, 2021. In addition to free wireless internet access and mobile Wi-Fi hotspots, some awardees may also receive a new or refurbished laptop, Chromebook, or tablet learning device (based on need and subject to availability).

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The Hechinger Report

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020

Back in April, as schools across the country shifted to online instruction to slow the spread of the coronavirus, Scott Muri saw firsthand just how damaging lack of internet access can be for students and families. They said these are the only students that have access to the internet from their homes,” Muri said. “So,

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Data released at the end of the 2021-22 school year showed the district increased math scores by double digits in grades 3-8, outperforming pre-COVID levels. Cleveland’s leadership and vision for equitable healthcare access have been instrumental in expanding access to healthcare services for students across the district.

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Kitaboo on EdTech

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Even other physical objects like whiteboards, digital boards, tablets, digital pens, and translation devices are considered to be part of the Edtech ecosystem. . Edtech features like online learning, digital modules, instructional videos & presentations, and much more allow learners to access learning material anytime and anywhere. .

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eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2021

April 21, 2021 – Kajeet ®, a leading provider of mobile IoT connectivity, software and hardware solutions that deliver safe, reliable and controlled internet connectivity to students, enterprises, state and local governments and IoT solution providers, announced today its global expansion into the U.K. McLean, Va. In the U.K., In the U.K.,

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Kitaboo on EdTech

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Access to these data without authorization is called a data breach. It prevents students from accessing the institute’s network for classes or retrieving educational material or work saved on the cloud. For instance, school networks should block access to all potentially risky sites. Implement Access Control.

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eSchool News

JUNE 9, 2021

Power access issues in schools solved by a new portable charging solution. May 25th, 2021—JAR Systems has launched a new Library Check-Out Charging Solution , enabling students to check out power banks from central areas for portable charging at their desks or anywhere on campus. Bradenton, FL.—May

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edWeb.net

AUGUST 19, 2021

Every year, CoSN awards a school district with the Community Leadership Award for Digital Equity to encourage and recognize those districts that are working to eliminate inequities and narrow the digital access gap. Dr. Garcia retires as SFPS Superintendent in June 2021. Leadership.

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Kitaboo on EdTech

JULY 15, 2022

In reflowable format, the content flows to take the shape of the screen of the device you are using to access the content. Access to powerful tools and features: The automated liquid format tool is driven by AI and machine learning. Multi-device accessibility: Mobile is today the device of choice to access content.

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Kitaboo on EdTech

AUGUST 23, 2023

Unlike traditional textbooks, eBooks are significantly cheaper; learners can access them online without needing physical copies. With eBooks, learners can carry all their textbooks in a single device, such as a tablet or a laptop. Additionally, learners can access eBooks from any location as long as they have an internet connection.

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Kitaboo on EdTech

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

A quick scan of the EdTech Top 40 – Fall 22 Report reveals that teachers in the United States used almost 148 digital tools, while students used nearly 143 digital tools in the school year 2021–22. Content published via KITABOO is accessible both online and offline and works across platforms & devices (iOS, Android, Windows).

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Educators across the nation can now access Teacher Training Pathways , a free platform offering courses aligned to micro-credentials on remote and hybrid learning, instructional technology coaching and more. Applications are now being accepted by Digital Promise from districts with Title I schools across the nation.

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The Hechinger Report

MARCH 22, 2021

With libraries shuttered and bookstores a nonessential trip, many parents have downloaded book after book on tablets and smartphones to keep their little ones reading. A new analysis of all the research on digital picture books , published in March 2021, helps to answer this question.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 10, 2021

Next, the speakers have used technology to make social-emotional learning easier to access. And because the lessons are online, students can access their lessons outside of the classroom, giving them flexibility in how they choose to learn. ClassLink empowers your students and teachers with instant access to their learning resources.

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The Hechinger Report

MARCH 17, 2021

The program also bolstered access to learning opportunities at times limited by availability and affordability. Nearman, “all of our students could have the same access to programming and not have to worry about, well, my parents can’t afford it.”. Millions of students still face access issues. With JumpStart, says Ms.

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The Hechinger Report

JANUARY 18, 2021

Morgan’s study, “ Risk and Protective Factors for Frequent Electronic Device Use of Online Technologies ,” was published online January 2021 in the journal Child Development. But previous research has documented that low-income families often don’t have access to high quality childcare after school or during the summers.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

The growing concerns about security among families, school systems, and legislature increased teacher and student reliance on internet accessibility. The presenters highly recommended limiting staff access to student records and creating a culture where the school community identifies student digital records as the school district’s currency.

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eSchool News

JUNE 2, 2021

GRANDVIEW, WASHINGTON, June 1, 2021 – Carousel Digital Signage has helped optimize Grandview High School’s student and faculty communications while they operate within a hybrid learning model. Remote students can access this same information on their own devices at home.”. The school also publishes its own newspaper.

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Kitaboo on EdTech

OCTOBER 12, 2022

However, sharing your eBooks in iBooks format will have certain accessibility restrictions. . It doesn’t matter if your readers are using a PC, tablet, or smartphone; Kitaboo will deliver your eBook to all these platforms hassle-free. Kitaboo has its own reader app, so your readers can download the app and access your eBook through it.

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edWeb.net

AUGUST 3, 2021

Rural communities have unique challenges, ranging from poverty and vast travel distances to a lack of affordable internet access. These rural districts face the four significant challenges: broadband access, funding, people, and understanding the “why.” Challenges. Dr. Dillon resides in Petal with his wife and three children.

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Shake Up Learning

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Teachers provide materials, instructions, lessons, and assignments that can be accessed over an extended period. Use short, recorded videos and make them accessible to students online. Just save the links in your Google Classroom comment bank or somewhere you access frequently! Phone/tablet/webcam. Discussion.

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