EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Schools are rapidly shifting from on-premises tools to cloud-hosted platforms such as Google Workspace for Education and Microsoft 365 that take collaboration to the next level. However, moving to the cloud doesn’t absolve K–12 IT staff from the responsibility of securing their cloud-based properties.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Digital transformation initiatives are driving many schools to implement hybrid cloud architectures for their infrastructure and data storage. The cloud has long been a robust option for organizations looking to improve flexibility and scalability, but new digital capabilities are spurring even greater adoption.

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 5, 2024

Seven years ago, as more software companies began offering Software as a Service, West Orange Public Schools in New Jersey jumped on the emerging cloud trend. Soon, Santiago had a decision to make: Should West Orange Public Schools go all in on the cloud or take a hybrid approach? That first app led to another, and then another.

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 6, 2023

Cloud-hosted software has essentially become a default for educational applications, with districts largely opting for cloud-based versions of learning management systems, productivity tools, collaboration solutions and more. The solution? Software as a Service. Without Software as a Service, the level of digital transformation…

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Everything is moving toward the cloud, with a majority of K–12 schools relying on the technology in some capacity. Gartner predicts more than 85 percent of organizations across industries will adopt a cloud-first approach by 2025. K–12 IT leaders came to CITE 2023 in Sacramento, Calif.,

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

The use of cloud-based technology in schools has grown more complex and widespread, giving way to various methods to protect private student data in the cloud. Many schools have embraced hyperconverged infrastructure and cloud storage, seeking to upgrade their IT infrastructure for enhanced computing…

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Before the cloud, schools hosted everything on-premises. Cloud users, conversely, rent space on a computer system that exists outside of the district’s walls. Because of this, IT leaders need to take a closer look at the security protections offered by the cloud providers with which they work.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Now, hackers are exploiting cloud storage services to infiltrate networks and hide their attacks. Through phishing emails, they’re targeting cloud applications such as Google Drive and Dropbox. Many K–12 districts rely on cloud applications such as Google Workspace to facilitate learning.

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EdTech Magazine

MARCH 9, 2022

Cloud-based applications for education deliver high-end functionality, great scalability, enormous agility and often free up IT teams from the day-to-day grind of keeping apps and servers running and updated. Use the following tips to keep private data secure while enjoying the advantages…

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 7, 2021

These and other advantages make it likely that cloud adoption will continue to grow when it comes to software and… The ability to spread out costs over time — and to scale up and down as needed — makes it easier for districts to right-size both classroom and IT resources.

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 6, 2021

While K–12 education is a leader in cloud adoption, driven by the embrace of Google Workspace and Microsoft 365, districts often aren’t properly securing it. School leaders have realized the benefits the cloud provides. Cybercrime has evolved, but cybersecurity strategies haven’t.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Cloud security requires the same level of governance, compliance and risk management that organizations apply to on-premises security, yet it often falls short of that objective. Numerous factors make it difficult to mitigate cloud risk manually, but poor visibility and a lack of staff expertise are two of the most common.

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 19, 2022

Working in the cloud comes with many benefits for K–12 schools. Educators can provide feedback in real time, students can work together from anywhere and cloud technologies even help declutter classrooms. And that’s just with Software as a Service (SaaS), like Adobe Creative Cloud and Google Workspace.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

JANUARY 23, 2024

In this blog post, I will share with you some of the best word cloud generators to use for various educational purposes. Simply input your text, tweak the design elements like colors, typography, and layout, and voila – you have a captivating word cloud to share in your educational endeavors.

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Knowing this, school systems increasingly recognize a need for cloud infrastructure that can support the evolving demand for distance education technology. Even if every school around the nation reopened classroom doors tomorrow, remote learning — in some form or fashion — seems likely to remain a permanent fixture in education.

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 11, 2021

Most software in K–12 education today is cloud-based. Google and Microsoft 360 are two of the most popular cloud-based software options seen in schools. Besides setting students up for career success, using cloud-based software comes with many advantages for IT teams, teachers and students.…

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 15, 2022

In an attempt to minimize the impact of ransomware attacks that can irretrievably encrypt their data, some school districts are encouraging end users to move materials from the district’s local drives into cloud apps. Old-school vanguards of cybersecurity might shudder at such advice, but are these long-standing concerns still warranted?

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 29, 2020

With most schools continuing remote or hybrid learning, it has become clear that investing in a robust and resilient IT infrastructure such as cloud technology is a smart and necessary move. The cloud enables schools and districts to adapt quickly in times of crisis and continue learning for students at scale.

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 29, 2020

With most schools continuing remote or hybrid learning, it has become clear that investing in a robust and resilient IT infrastructure such as cloud technology is a smart and necessary move. The cloud enables schools and districts to adapt quickly in times of crisis and continue learning for students at scale.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 8, 2019

Managing the Hybrid Cloud. Across industries, many organizations have found that they’re able to achieve benefits such as cost savings, enhanced agility and improved business continuity by integrating their private clouds with public cloud resources in a hybrid model. mkt31471-upftf-hybrid-cloud-white-paper.pdf.

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Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 27, 2017

Who doesn’t love a colorful word cloud? Mentimeter–a cloud-based interactive presentation software–is super easy to use and has a robust free version. It provides the user with several different ways to engage a class, but my absolute favorite type of question is the word cloud. I love that I did NOT have to create it.

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EdTech4Beginners

APRIL 19, 2022

The cloud has been a game-changer for enterprises, offering them increased agility, scalability, and cost savings. However, making the transition from on-premises to the cloud can be daunting, especially for large organizations with complex IT infrastructures. Best Practice: Use a Hybrid or Multi-Cloud Approach.

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 15, 2019

K–12 Schools Find Educational Benefits in Cloud-Based Gaming. Gaming Enters a New Era: Cloud Streaming. On the cusp of this burgeoning industry is cloud-based gaming, which TechCrunch calls the “new frontier.” Cloud technology allows video game streaming on nearly any device , from smartphones to traditional game consoles.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

OCTOBER 20, 2022

One of the most powerful digital solutions that is enhancing the education sector is cloud storage. Below, we’ll explore how your institution can harness the potential of cloud tools to improve learning outcomes, accessibility, and data security. What Is Cloud Storage? The main three are: public, private, and hybrid clouds.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 15, 2022

In today's post, I am sharing with you some of the best word cloud tools to generate visually attractive wordles for your class. You simply type in or paste your text in one of the word cloud generators below, customise the feel and look of your word cloud (e.g., There are various to use word clouds.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

On top of this, concerns remain around cloud costs, including new limits on free cloud storage, leaving some wondering what they’re supposed to do and having to pay up. In light of these shifts and growing risks, K-12 IT teams need to rethink their approach to cloud storage costs and security.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 6, 2020

Cloud computing has become a popular tool for schools in the past several years. Every industry is being transformed by the cloud, and education is no exception,” Dan Ayoub, general manager of Microsoft Education, tells EdTech.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 6, 2020

Cloud computing has become a popular tool for schools in the past several years. Every industry is being transformed by the cloud, and education is no exception,” Dan Ayoub, general manager of Microsoft Education, tells EdTech.

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Hapara

MARCH 22, 2023

If your web filter is outdated or you spend too much time managing it, it’s time to look into cloud-based web filters for schools. A cloud-based web filter restricts content for students both in the classroom and when learning remotely. Does the cloud-based web filter work beyond a blocked list?

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Organizations across industries are deploying new cloud services almost daily. Whether they’re choosing a cloud infrastructure provider for the deployment of large-scale cloud data centers or selecting a Software as a Service provider for payroll processing, each of these decisions alters the organization’s cloud security posture.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

Organizations across industries are deploying new cloud services almost daily. Whether they’re choosing a cloud infrastructure provider for the deployment of large-scale cloud data centers or selecting a Software as a Service provider for payroll processing, each of these decisions alters the organization’s cloud security posture.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

With most schools continuing remote or hybrid learning, it has become clear that investing in a robust and resilient IT infrastructure such as cloud technology is a smart and necessary move. The cloud enables schools and districts to adapt quickly in times of crisis and continue learning for students at scale.

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EdTech Magazine

MARCH 24, 2020

The public cloud can simplify IT environments. But what happens when an enterprise’s cloud environment itself becomes maddeningly complex? As organizations across industries have increased their cloud spending and made the public cloud a more integral part of their operations, a number of inefficiencies have cropped up.

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EdTech Magazine

MARCH 23, 2020

The public cloud can simplify IT environments. But what happens when an enterprise’s cloud environment itself becomes maddeningly complex? As organizations across industries have increased their cloud spending and made the public cloud a more integral part of their operations, a number of inefficiencies have cropped up.

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EdTech Magazine

MARCH 21, 2020

The public cloud can simplify IT environments. But what happens when an enterprise’s cloud environment itself becomes maddeningly complex? As organizations across industries have increased their cloud spending and made the public cloud a more integral part of their operations, a number of inefficiencies have cropped up.

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EdTech Magazine

MARCH 19, 2020

The public cloud can simplify IT environments. But what happens when an enterprise’s cloud environment itself becomes maddeningly complex? As organizations across industries have increased their cloud spending and made the public cloud a more integral part of their operations, a number of inefficiencies have cropped up.

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 10, 2019

State of K–12 IT Survey Highlights Cloud Technology and Security [#Infographic]. Cloud migration and cybersecurity solutions are two important areas for K–12 schools looking to upgrade their IT infrastructure, according to a survey conducted by nonprofit organization Project Tomorrow. eli.zimmerman_9856. Thu, 01/10/2019 - 13:39.

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