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What Is Educational Technology (Ed Tech), and Why Should Schools Invest in It?

EdTech Magazine

Today’s teachers have robust technology at their disposal, and students have grown up in an increasingly digital world. But, with so many software applications, devices and other technologies on the market, it’s easy for teachers to become overwhelmed with the array of opportunities available to them. This is a 1.7

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The Role of Assistive Technology in Promoting Inclusive Education

Ask a Tech Teacher

The Role of Assistive Technology in Promoting Inclusive Education Persons with disabilities may struggle with coordination problems, short attention spans, and limited mobility, which may or may not be obvious. million students with disabilities for the school year 2021 to 2022. What are the benefits? What are the drawbacks?

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Tech Spending Predictions for America’s Schools in 2021

EdNews Daily

billion in 2021, up from $35.8 Technology Spend Increase U.S. K12 school spend on hardware and major software systems is expected to increase by $400 million or more, going from $22.7 The post Tech Spending Predictions for America’s Schools in 2021 first appeared on EdNews Daily. billion to $38.2 billion to $23.1

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Calling STEM Educators: Vernier Software & Technology Now Accepting Applications for its 2021 Engineering Award

eSchool News

Vernier Software & Technology is now accepting applications for the 2021 Vernier Engineering Award. We are committed to supporting educators in every way possible as they work to develop the next generation of scientists and engineers,” said John Wheeler, CEO of Vernier Software & Technology. “We

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Vernier Software & Technology Names the Winners of Its 40th Anniversary Educator Grants

eSchool News

BEAVERTON, Oregon, December 13, 2021 — Vernier Software & Technology has named the 40 recipients of its 40th anniversary educator grants. With more than 800 total submissions, we were truly blown away by the response we received from educators,” said John Wheeler, CEO of Vernier Software & Technology.

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Vernier Software & Technology Recognizes Kansas Science Educator Tyson Vrbas with the 2021 Engineering Award

eSchool News

Vernier Software & Technology recently announced science educator Tyson Vrbas of Manhattan Catholic Schools in Manhattan, Kansas as the 2021 Engineering Award winner. About Vernier Software & Technology. Vernier creates easy-to-use and affordable science interfaces, sensors, and graphing/analysis software.

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Vernier Software & Technology Partners with Magnitude.io to Engage Students in a Virtual Field Trip to Space

eSchool News

Vernier Software & Technology recently partnered with Magnitude.io ExoLab-8 provides a truly one-of-a-kind, hands-on learning opportunity that will teach students about important NGSS-aligned topics, as well as crosscutting concepts,” said John Wheeler, CEO of Vernier Software & Technology.