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6 Self-Care Strategies for School Leaders

EdTechTeam

Wifi/tech issues or a lack of access to devices. Kids that just won’t engage, phone calls and emails from parents, learning new systems and tech on the fly. In the book “Start with Why” by Simon Sinek, he challenges us to get to the root of our why. Read professional development books that interest you.

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3 Things for School Leaders to Consider During the Transition to Distance Learning

EdTechTeam

We’ve encountered some teachers in our district that don’t have access to wifi. This could include information about how students can access food from the nutrition department if they need it if there is a wifi company offering free wifi opportunities, etc. If you read a good book, recommend it to them.

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Confessions of a Digital Leader: The Wins Are Everything

RafranzDavis.com

This district is pretty lucky to have two specialist who are so dedicated to supporting teaching and learning. Our wifi access needs work but it’s safe to say that we have all acknowledged it and will move forward while we make plans to fix it. The principal who decided to use google classroom for a book study with her staff.

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Shaping Innovation

The Principal of Change

But I could not have done this if a) I had not had access to the technology, b) I never had used the technology, and c) the people in front of me didn’t have access to technology themselves. The things that we (and our students) have access to, create opportunities and can help shape our thinking.

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Five Steps to Ensure Accessibility for All

edWeb.net

While the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) was last reauthorized in 2004, with amendments in 2015, and the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) were updated back in 2008, the demand for accessibility and equality in education continues to grow. Step 4: Conduct regular accessibility audits.

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Digital Transformation and Innovation in Rural School Districts

edWeb.net

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. Aiken now resides in Lancaster, PA, with his wife and three kids.

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Digital Equity After the Pandemic

edWeb.net

Embedded professional development is needed at all levels to take advantage of the benefits of tech for all students. Smartphones don’t equal home access: Students may have a phone, but that doesn’t mean they have home WiFi, unlimited data, or live in an area with a strong signal. Adjust access and support accordingly.

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