edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

In the edLeader Panel, “ Choosing Equitable, High-Quality STEM Curricula and the Impact It Can Have ,” district- and state-level STEM leaders discussed how to create inclusive and accessible schoolwide STEM programs that benefit all students. Open and Accessible STEM Benefits All Students. Preparing Educators to Teach STEM.

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STEM Accessibility Elementary Training 89

A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 11, 2021

With increases in technology and adapting to both remote and hybrid learning , we have seen them become nimble while embracing innovative pathways to create a more equitable learning experience. This makes it easier for teachers to access student work and provide timely, consistent, formative feedback.

Digital Citizenship 394

Digital Citizenship Learning Libraries Google 394

Digital Promise

APRIL 20, 2022

In 2021, six educators representing community-based organizations, libraries, public schools, and the Digital Promise Maker Learning team embarked on a journey to increase opportunities for virtual and remote maker learning. The insights from this experience are valuable to all who wish to engage in powerful maker learning.

Learning 167

Learning Equity of Access Professional Learning Outcomes 167

Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 12, 2021

One, all assignments were created so that students could have access 24/7. Integrated in the instructions were screen recorded examples of what I wanted students to achieve in the form of the assignment. Equally as important is the instructional design of each lesson, its accessibility and real-life application for students.

Adobe 403

Adobe Digital Citizenship LMS Google 403

Digital Promise

APRIL 14, 2021

These educators create deep, meaningful learning experiences for their students that are personal and accessible , authentic and challenging , collaborative and connected , and inquisitive and reflective. Joshua Tabor, Digital Learning Specialist (Texas). Learn from the HP Teaching Fellows.

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Microsoft STEM Twitter Study 353

Neo LMS

JULY 5, 2022

When it came to professional development, in the absence of being together in the physical space, we had to explore and learn what worked the best. Leveraging the right digital tools and spaces, we were able to keep learning going and continue to build our professional learning communities.

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Tools Social Media Microsoft Professional Learning 350

Digital Promise

JULY 16, 2020

Our team at Lexington County School District One in South Carolina has focused on mitigating one of these complexities by addressing the human need for connection, support, and ongoing professional learning. Supporting Educators through the Shift to Digital Learning. What support will teachers need to access and participate?

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Survey Professional Learning Digital Learning Strategy 325

The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

Jim Bentley on episode 363 of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter. Geo-inquiry helps students learn through geographic based explorations. He shares examples of what he has done, challenges, and some of the mistakes he made at first. Blog: [link].

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Handbook Learning Elementary Company 260

Digital Promise

JANUARY 16, 2020

These educators create deep, meaningful learning experiences for their students that are personal and accessible , authentic and challenging , collaborative and connected , and inquisitive and reflective. Learn from the HP Teaching Fellows.

Microsoft 344

Microsoft Twitter Robotics Study 344

Digital Promise

AUGUST 10, 2020

There is an emerging widespread awareness that digital learning is critical to the success of students’ education—certainly now, but also in a post COVID-19 world as we work to finally close the Digital Learning Gap.

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Edcamps Digital Learning Accessibility Resources 328

Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 1, 2021

I would discover what seemed to be a fantastic tool (most likely discovered in FreeTech4Teachers , Alice Keeler , or one of the other tech ed blogs I follow), give it about five minutes to prove itself, and then, depending upon that quick review, either dig deeper or move on. Is it easy to access ? Is it easy to use ?

Digital Citizenship 229

Digital Citizenship Tools Accessibility Google 229

Digital Promise

MAY 20, 2021

We came across many promising examples of micro-credential use, and look forward to featuring this work in our landscape report this fall. Codefi Foundation on Rural Innovation is focused on expanding access to digital jobs in software development for high-poverty communities. Here is a sneak peek at our five lead partners!

Industry 356

Industry Mobility Software Training 356

edWeb.net

AUGUST 4, 2023

CITES advances the conventional definitions of accessible and assistive technologies by providing a practical blueprint for districts to create inclusive environments for all members of their population. For example, including students and parents provides a different perspective and helps to drive holistic inclusivity.

Technology 91

Technology Assistive Technology LMS System 91

edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Digital learning not only plays a crucial role in preparing today’s students for the jobs of tomorrow, it also has an important role in providing equity and access to education, especially in smaller and remote school districts. Links to Local Learning. Broadband’s Big Picture. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING.

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Broadband Accessibility Instructional Materials Education 62

edWeb.net

DECEMBER 2, 2019

Rural school districts face many unique trials, and access to educational technology is no different. But in order to take advantage of edtech, they first need broadband access. Thus, the price tag for getting connectivity can be expensive; in fact, the schools and some businesses may be the only place with reliable access.

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Broadband Accessibility Advocacy Elementary 54

NeverEndingSearch

AUGUST 2, 2019

It occurs to me that so many of my best ideas come from the blogs of others. As often as not, those blogs live outside of the school library world. In no particular order, here’s a very personal selection of blogs/bloggers I couldn’t live without. Cult of Pedagogy is far more than a blog.

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eBook Libraries EdTech Blended Learning 64

edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

Blog post by Stacey Pusey based on this edLeader Panel. What happens when a state has a professional learning mandate for teachers but no funding to offer them? Or taking any professional learning seminar requires hours of travel with no viable substitutes to cover the class? About the Presenters.

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Professional Learning System EdTech Course 94

Digital Promise

AUGUST 14, 2019

From lively urban centers, vibrant suburbs, expansive rural regions, and districts encompassing all three, our incoming 2019-2020 members are early adopters, pioneers, and innovators working toward ensuring equity and access for all students, with an emphasis on serving their most marginalized student populations.

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Mobility Libraries Accessibility Professional Learning 279

Digital Promise

MAY 19, 2021

Think back to the very first stages of having to use new hardware and/or software, and acknowledge how much you have accomplished: How many new kinds of hardware and software did you quickly have to learn how to use because of COVID-19? What was it like to have to learn new technology skills under uncertainty and pressure?

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Technology Software Digital Learning Assessment 301

EdTechSandyK

JANUARY 12, 2014

Graphic by marsmet451 used with permission under a Creative Commons license In recent months I''ve gotten into several conversations with fellow educators about blogging. One of the statements I often hear in these conversations is, "I''d love to start blogging, but I''m not sure what to write about." So what can educators blog about?

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Education Conference Video Twitter 78

edWeb.net

MAY 1, 2019

If the workday of an adult typically requires seamless broadband access, then it’s reasonable that today’s students need the same access during their school day. The key is the state leadership to make broadband accessible to all. More important, states are starting to recognize the need for equitable access off site.

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Broadband Accessibility E-rate Mobility 41

EdTechTeacher

APRIL 25, 2023

Our friends at Book Creator have some fantastic webinars planned for May, including one with our very own Director of Professional Learning, Shawn McCusker on 4th May! Book Creator allows for dynamic student expression of learning, while its simple interface allows students to start creating immediately.

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Professional Learning Strategy Student Engagement Examples 122

edWeb.net

MAY 26, 2022

For instance, if they don’t already have one, help them develop an online professional learning community where they can get assistance when they need it. Instead, help them create learning portfolios that demonstrate their competencies, showcase their interests, and make them excited about coming to school. Join the Community.

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Assessment Professional Learning Meeting Examples 89

EdTechTeacher

MARCH 6, 2015

He says that in doing that, we need to define outcomes, measure access, measure use, and examine the relationship between access, use, and outcomes. When looking at the impact of 1:1 access on education, Damian then shows the ration of students to computer over time. Access shifted from shared access (i.e.

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Data Outcomes Assessment Accessibility 60

edWeb.net

JANUARY 17, 2024

Dr. Michael Maclin, Executive Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility for the Special School District of St. He explained this by using the example “people with disabilities” instead of “disabled people,” putting the focus on the person, not their disabilities. Terminology is also important.

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Differentiated Instruction Professional Learning Company System 100

Hapara

JUNE 21, 2023

Digital access Not all families have access to technology, such as devices, digital resources and internet connectivity. As a school, it’s important to give every student equitable access to technology for learning, despite their socioeconomic status.

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Digital Citizenship Social Media Accessibility Video 130

The 21st Century Principal

JANUARY 23, 2011

In reflecting on my one year anniversary with this blog, I was just wondering if there’s anything I can add to the argument that administrators should be blogging. Because of my sixteen years in the classroom as an English teacher I love blogging. Blogging has given me that outlet.

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Examples Professional Learning Accessibility Classroom 72

Digital Promise

DECEMBER 4, 2018

Explore examples of how computational thinking can appear across the curriculum for all ages in our latest video : Rather than standalone classes, like computer science electives and AP courses, computational thinking leverages certain problem-solving strategies in order to amplify and enhance lessons in core content areas.

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Education Professional Learning Data Elementary 175

edWeb.net

JULY 26, 2022

Creating mental health teams: While the presenters’ schools had access to school counselors, it wasn’t enough. Each school building needed a dedicated team of—or access to—counselors, social workers, behavioral interventionists, etc. Blog post by Stacey Pusey based on this edLeader Panel. Join the Community.

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Outcomes Data Training Assessment 93

Edsurge

MARCH 4, 2024

This exacerbates existing social inequalities by limiting access to quality education and opportunities for upward mobility. For example, our high school has an average daily attendance rate of 97 percent, meaning 97 percent of our students are here.

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Data Outcomes Elementary Secondary 83

A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 30, 2014

Take Twitter for example. Now anyone who knows me knows that I absolutely love Twitter as a professional learning and networking tool. It has been and will continue to be my number one choice when it comes to learning in the foreseeable future. blog posts) and lurk for a little bit.

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Google Social Media Twitter Strategy 349

edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Valente mentioned challenges with online teaching, for example, some parents may not take technology seriously, and students need dedicated work areas at home. When it comes to technology’s impact on learning environments, physical comfort while using the tech can have a big impact on students.

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Learning Digital Citizenship Social Media Meeting 102

Digital Promise

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

You can also hover over any challenge for quick statistics, and click to learn more about the challenge and access additional resources. Filtering by organization shows that the highest priority challenges—according to staff working in high schools—are mental health and trauma, real world learning, and student engagement.

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Survey Education Data Trends 299

Digital Promise

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

But even more than having familiarity with the technology, educators in these schools overwhelmingly agreed that the professional learning opportunities provided by the initiative helped prepare them for their new learning environment. The views expressed in this blog post are those of Digital Promise and not Verizon.

Broadband 160

Broadband Learning Blended Learning Training 160

edWeb.net

JULY 10, 2018

During the edWebinar “ Simplify Digital Access in K-12: Learn How District Leaders Eliminate Barriers ,” the presenters discussed the importance of adopting a single sign-on program to manage digital access, the questions to ask when choosing a vendor, and tips for rolling out the new system. which compromises security.

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Accessibility EdTech Secondary Elementary 41

Digital Promise

OCTOBER 24, 2019

As part of the NETP development process, the Department and Digital Promise will also create a series of publications on key topics, starting with how to support personalized professional learning for teachers by leveraging existing and emerging technologies.

Technology 162

Technology Education Policies Conference 162

The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 15, 2020

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter We educators need to rest and recover this summer. But the reality is also that we’re going to have to prepare for a fall that – whatever it looks like – will include an online learning component. So many of us are exhausted. See the course 10.

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Blended Learning Social Media Differentiated Instruction Learning 404