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EdTech definitions every teacher should know: Part 1

Neo LMS

EdTech definitions every teacher should know. Best Online Definition – The Virtual Reality Society : “A three-dimensional, computer generated environment which can be explored and interacted with by a person. As information storage boomed in the Internet age, huge sets of data have suddenly become easily stored and accessible.

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Why Accessibility Must Be a Part of Diversity, Equity and Inclusivity Initiatives

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Importantly, these companies are pursuing equitable access to their products and content, regardless of identity, geography, race, religion, socioeconomic background, etc. They proactively plan for a diverse customer base and do not treat accessibility as an afterthought. Exploring the intersectionality of DEI and Accessibility.

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An Expanded Definition of Student Success

Digital Promise

Erin Mote and Eric Tucker lead Brooklyn Lab Schools , a group of charter schools in downtown Brooklyn, and are focused on building systems that support an expanded definition of student success. The post An Expanded Definition of Student Success appeared first on Digital Promise.

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Review: The Acer Chromebook 311 C723T Is a Versatile, Reliable Companion for K–12

EdTech Magazine

Having a reliable infrastructure for online learning, including access to Chromebooks with high-definition webcams and quality microphones, serves as an insurance policy for the education system. While we hope that the world never faces another situation like the pandemic, it is prudent for schools to be prepared.

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Millions of Students With Home Internet Access Still Can’t Get Online

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Though about 12 million students in this country still lack any internet access at all—a problem cast into relief during the pandemic—there is good news: That number is steadily shrinking. But there are many, many, many more kids who, if we’re just focused on ‘access,’ we’re ignoring.

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With greater access to devices, teachers are folding more tech into instruction

eSchool News

That seismic shift made devices more accessible to students than ever before — and has now pushed some teachers to fold technology more often into their lesson plans. Having students who now have tablets and laptops they bring to school definitely changes the game a little bit,” Malekpour said.

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How to create accessible e-learning design

Neo LMS

In a recent post I touched upon the subject of designing for accessibility in e-learning. The things is, there are millions of people out there who are living with some sort of disability, and they all should be able to access online learning content the same as everyone else. How to create accessible e-learning design.