edWeb.net

APRIL 23, 2022

More important, though, every piece of technology must adhere to the district’s student data privacy policies. While school counsel may have general knowledge of FERPA and other federal laws, most aren’t data privacy experts. If not, help them find a tool that meets the goal and complies with the school’s data privacy policy.

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Student Data Privacy Guidelines Data Handbook 91

edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Of course, there are technical aspects to protecting data, and as many schools have learned during the pandemic, district IT staff need to stay on top of evolving efforts to compromise systems. Based on CoSN’s “ Student Data Privacy: A School System Priority. However, it’s about the right data in the right hands.

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Data Student Data Privacy Policies Training 97

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MARCH 25, 2014

We have gotten much more mobile-friendly , as there are Collaborate apps for iOS and Android, and the conference schedule and session links can be easily accessed on mobile devices by going to [link] from your mobile device or clicking on the "mobile schedule" link in the Summit menu. Johnson, M.A.E., Dolores Gende.

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Common Core Conference Blackboard Digital Citizenship 71

The Principal of Change

MAY 4, 2015

As someone who often leads professional learning opportunities, it is always interesting to try to take notice of the little things that are happening in the room, and then some of the comments that are made regarding student learning and learning environments.

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Tablets Laptops Mobility BYOD 28

edWeb.net

APRIL 23, 2020

Every two or three years, state and federal laws regarding accessibility in education change. However, the goal is always the same: making sure that every student, at every level (classroom, building, district), has access to the resources they need to meet their learning goals. Highlights. Join the Community.

Accessibility 57

Accessibility Digital Badges Elementary BYOD 57

edWeb.net

DECEMBER 10, 2021

Using online surveys to gather data helps leaders understand what their schools are doing well, which specific parts of their programs are effective, and where they have gaps. Of course, having one-on-one conversations is also important, but in order to move forward—and to get community support—data is key. Join the Community.

Technology 94

Technology BYOD Learning Advocacy 94

edWeb.net

MARCH 7, 2023

The panelists prioritize equity in their districts by initiating policies for equitable access and effective use of technology. All students must have access to technology, and having a proactive approach to implementing policies that address technology equity ensures districts have academic excellence across all school buildings.

Technology 95

Technology Policies BYOD Advocacy 95

edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

Despite universal concerns about student data privacy, communicating school policies can quickly overwhelm school leaders. CoSN has stepped in with guidance for superintendents and principals to help them with several aspects of student data privacy, including best practices for informing the community. Then, start with the basics.

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Student Data Privacy Data Policies BYOD 40

edWeb.net

AUGUST 18, 2022

But there are also some innovations and opportunities, like virtual professional learning, that they don’t want to forget. Digital equity is essential: Whether it’s bouncing signals off water towers or building new connections, schools need to make sure that every student has the same access at home and school.

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BYOD Advocacy Professional Learning System 81

edWeb.net

JANUARY 26, 2023

Sponsored by ClassLink While giving all students access to high-speed internet and a working computer are strong steps towards creating equitable learning opportunities, there’s one area schools often miss: technical assistance for students with learning differences.

Technology 77

Technology Assistive Technology UDL Guidelines 77

edWeb.net

APRIL 22, 2019

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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Accessibility PowerMyLearning Guidelines Policies 40

edWeb.net

JANUARY 18, 2023

A sound TCO assessment will also provide IT teams with the data to make informed decisions about technology initiatives and investments. Student Outcomes and Budget Management Making technology central to the teaching and learning mission supports the drive to increase student achievement even as budgets shrink.

Technology 93

Technology Outcomes BYOD Advocacy 93

edWeb.net

MARCH 21, 2022

Due to pandemic-driven increases in school districts’ purchases of devices and software, there’s now a need to develop cohesive systems in which data can be transferred and analyzed quickly and easily in order to improve student outcomes and district operations. This makes for little or no manual data entry and uploading of spreadsheets.

Technology 77

Technology Analysis Software BYOD 77

edWeb.net

MAY 9, 2023

Finally, with digital equity, the hurdle to providing equitable access to quality digital technologies, technology use, support, and digital content is imperative for all learners. Ubiquitous broadband internet and the underlying technologies enable robust connected learning without requiring devices to be physically connected.

Technology 85

Technology Broadband Education BYOD 85

edWeb.net

JUNE 29, 2022

Therefore, the district’s team members needed to provide leadership in delivering information technologies to increase opportunities and accessibility for all students within the community. In addition, students now had access to the internet in places they did not before. ClassLink is ideal for 1 to1 and BYOD initiatives.

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Strategy Digital Divide BYOD Advocacy 86

edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

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. Teachers have access issues too: Not all teachers have high-speed internet or unlimited data either. Adjust access and support accordingly.

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BYOD Smartphone Accessibility Advocacy 66

edWeb.net

MARCH 16, 2022

Learn more about this edWeb broadcast, “ ‘March Tired’ Already: Maintaining Mental Motivation with Paralympic Medalist Deja Young ,” h osted by Classroom Champions and sponsored by ClassLink. ClassLink empowers your students and teachers with instant access to their learning resources. Join the Community.

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How To Classroom BYOD Smartphone 88

edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

The growing concerns about security among families, school systems, and legislature increased teacher and student reliance on internet accessibility. As individuals, district tech leaders may be sued by families whose data was compromised by a security breach. Blog post by Eileen Belastock based on this edWebinar. The Threats.

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Strategy System Data BYOD 90

edWeb.net

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Equal access to online learning opportunities has continued to be a challenge, with the focus expanding beyond access to devices and hotspots and now including high-speed access for all students. Improving the use of the various types of assessment data is another priority. Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment.

Technology 94

Technology Blended Learning BYOD Assessment 94

edWeb.net

MAY 19, 2022

While many schools have 1:1 programs, there are also the BYOD schools. They need to be able to access their work no matter where they are and what device they’re using. And since this is the data age, the presenters also talked about teachers using data from the videos. Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast.

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Video How To Software BYOD 77

edWeb.net

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Data Breach. Learn more about this edWeb broadcast, “ Cybersecurity in Today’s Learning Environments: What School Leaders Must Know and Do ,” sponsored by ClassLink and co-hosted by CoSN and AASA. ClassLink empowers your students and teachers with instant access to their learning resources. Ransomware.

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BYOD Advocacy Assistive Technology System 82

edWeb.net

AUGUST 19, 2021

Every year, CoSN awards a school district with the Community Leadership Award for Digital Equity to encourage and recognize those districts that are working to eliminate inequities and narrow the digital access gap. ClassLink empowers your students and teachers with instant access to their learning resources. Join the Community.

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Advocacy BYOD Accessibility Strategy 91

edWeb.net

AUGUST 3, 2021

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. Join the Community.

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Broadband E-rate BYOD Accessibility 98

edWeb.net

JUNE 25, 2021

Looking through the lens of three district leaders, a recent edWebinar , sponsored by ClassLink and co-hosted by CoSN and AASA , highlighted how school districts are working with their staff and students to assure accessibility for all. Step 4: Conduct Regular Accessibility Audits.

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System Learning Guidelines Policies 56

edWeb.net

OCTOBER 20, 2020

A key element in any remote or hybrid scenario is equitable access to technology, and Dr. Domenech cited an estimate that as many as 14 million students still don’t have the equipment they need to receive an equitable education in areas where schools may be closed. ClassLink Analytics gives decision makers the usage data they need.

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Guidelines Trends BYOD Data 94

edWeb.net

MAY 19, 2020

The current crisis has highlighted the disparity between students with and without equitable access to technology, especially in rural schools. One of the first challenges rural districts face is broadband access. With not all kids having the same access, they need to figure out how to develop lessons to accommodate all students.

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BYOD Broadband EdTech Elementary 55

edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Learn more about this edWeb broadcast, “ Leadership Strategies for Scaling, Sustaining, and Budgeting for Education Technology Innovations ,” sponsored by ClassLink and co-hosted by CoSN and AASA. ClassLink empowers your students and teachers with instant access to their learning resources. Join the Community.

Technology 79

Technology Education BYOD Advocacy 79

edWeb.net

MAY 21, 2021

When asked about the hurdles that happened due to schools closing on March 13th, 2020, all four presenters agreed that broadband, not devices, challenged their districts to provide equitable access to learning no matter their districts’ geographic location or demographics. Join the Community.

Learning 85

Learning Broadband Elementary Professional Learning 85

edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

Beyond just the ability to pivot and be prepared for any type of learning, the pandemic has brought new concerns with “Zoom bombing” and increased outside access to school networks. Liability: Of course, the main concern is with a data breach and the district’s responsibility. LISTEN TO THE PODCAST. Join the Community.

BYOD 97

BYOD System Data Advocacy 97

edWeb.net

DECEMBER 10, 2019

Do you know where your data is stored? With the increased emphasis on student data privacy, many school leaders might think they have a handle on cyber security. While teachers may complain, having website filters and blocks can decrease the possibility of criminals accessing the schools’ tech through the web.

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Strategy Student Data Privacy Data Policies 53

edWeb.net

MARCH 5, 2021

Show stakeholders that when investing in technology, you need to examine all costs from the impact on bandwidth to teacher training and student-home access. Gather qualitative and quantitative data. Of course, student outcomes matter, and schools should collect and share data that analyzes the impact of technology.

EdTech 61

EdTech BYOD Training Advocacy 61

edWeb.net

APRIL 19, 2021

In Meriden Public Schools (CT), they are committed to promoting anytime, anywhere learning. Educational content needs to be available outside of the classroom and easy to access. If you do not invest in the professional development and the professional learning of teachers, you’re not going to get the most bang for your buck.”.

Learning 55

Learning Blended Learning BYOD Professional Learning 55

edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

And depending on their background and experience, not everyone is supportive of tech-infused learning. Yet, 1:1 classrooms, BYOD, and tech-supported education are today’s reality. Super-Connected is a free professional learning community on edWeb.net for school superintendents, district leadership, and aspiring district leaders.

Technology 53

Technology BYOD Advocacy Guidelines 53

edWeb.net

JULY 22, 2019

Schools are facing new challenges now that most learning involves the web—chiefly, the ability to do work at home or anywhere away from school grounds. While many are looking for ways to provide all students with a device, just having the device does not mean equitable learning. For instance, one barrier to access was library cards.

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Libraries Elementary Accessibility BYOD 41

edWeb.net

MARCH 19, 2019

Embed Technology in Instructional Practice: If students are going to be tested with tech, then they need to be learning that way on a regular basis. This means, said Robbins, that principals and superintendents need to understand the realities of home tech access for their students. Do they have reliable Wi-Fi?

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Online Assessments Assessment PowerMyLearning BYOD 44

edWeb.net

JULY 15, 2020

Before COVID-19, home internet access for all students was a goal—one that some districts even thought they had achieved. But the pandemic and forced distance learning have exposed a plethora of inequities in schools that many district leaders now see as issues they must address. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING. Join the Community.

EdTech 62

EdTech BYOD Accessibility Advocacy 62

edWeb.net

JUNE 17, 2020

Now, the presenters have encountered heretofore unthought-of costs like extended loaner devices, increased repair costs from home use, and distance learning options. Some are also becoming de facto internet service providers as they try to provide WiFi accessibility. ClassLink Analytics gives decision makers the usage data they need.

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EdTech Outcomes BYOD Advocacy 53