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More than a passion project, literacy advocacy takes a village

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I appreciate that I can play a small part in their lives, by helping them have easy access to books and activities. Our mission is to change lives through free access to literacy,” Siel said. “I ” Teaching students to read happens in the classroom and library every day. Literacy advocacy can come in many shapes and sizes.

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TouchMath Introduces Innovative Solutions to Increase Math Accessibility and Dyscalculia Advocacy, Empowering Students and Teachers

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/PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — TouchMath , a multisensory math program that makes learning crucial mathematical concepts accessible and clear for students who struggle to understand grade-level content, announces the launch of TouchMath Extend and Dyscalculia Extension. For more on dyscalculia, visit [link].

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How Access to Technology Can Create Equity in Schools

Digital Promise

To better understand how using technology can create equity in schools, we’ll outline how technology creates more equitable situations in the classroom. Students can access learning materials outside of school. Ensuring internet access outside of school. Here are some examples.

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Unlocking the Power of Creativity and AI: Preparing Students for the Future Workforce

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Brian Johnsrud Global Head of Education Learning and Advocacy at Adobe The past two years have witnessed a notable surge in the use of artificial intelligence within education, marked by increased investment, deployment and integration into various educational practices. Stacie Johnson AI can bring access in a way that we've never had before.

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Announcing the 2021-2022 League of Innovative Schools Cohort

Digital Promise

Prior to the pandemic, students participating in College Connect gathered at a local school after school to access applications and resources while receiving support from staff, including the superintendent. Located in Mississippi, Columbus Municipal School District is committed to advancing advocacy of learners’ parents.

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Raising Bids to Raise the Bar in Edtech

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Policy initiatives are structured around CoSN’s focus on four critical policy areas: E-rate and broadband access in classrooms, educational technology funding, privacy and data security, and digital equity. As part of #CoSN2024, the Advocacy Auction raises money for those efforts.

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New Partnership Provides Texas Educators Easy Access to Critical Data

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As a part of this initiative, MAP Growth data will transfer seamlessly into DMAC , enhancing this valuable tool used by Texas educators by providing quicker access to student data that supports instruction and student achievement. Portland, Ore., We’re excited to have MAP Growth available for ESC 7 districts.

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