Edsurge

MAY 4, 2020

In an effort to provide more definitive answers, districts, schools and a handful of states have begun issuing guidelines on shaping the school day into something both manageable and productive for students. Variable Guidelines Still, some things are a given, Rice says. I made that up and any other number you get, someone made it up.

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Guidelines Online Learning Digital Divide Study 218

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

The Hechinger Report

MAY 15, 2020

Thousands of Mississippi children will have access to the software this summer as part of an effort to support incoming kindergarteners during the coronavirus pandemic.Photo: Jackie Mader/The Hechinger Report Credit: Jackie Mader/The Hechinger Report. He also sees an upside to more children gaining access to technology devices like laptops.

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Guidelines Laptops Learning Digital Divide 112

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Access to AI-driven resources may vary among schools and students, leading to a digital divide. However, concerns arise regarding potential negative effects. AI has the capacity to exacerbate educational inequalities if not implemented equitably.

Education 52

Education Trends Digital Divide Assessment 52

ExcelinEd

JUNE 25, 2020

However, each state governor and state education agency has the flexibility to direct funds to prioritized programs and needs within federal guidelines. The bulk of the education funds flow directly to K-12 local education agencies and institutions of higher education. Fuel Effective Creative Solutions to Serve All Students.

Digital Divide 67

Digital Divide Broadband Guidelines Education 67

Insight Education Group

MAY 27, 2021

As educational systems are rebuilt after the disruption of the global pandemic, a new relief fund is providing aid to districts to address trauma, learning acceleration, the digital divide, and much more. Between 2020 and 2021, Congress passed three stimulus bills that provided almost $190.5

Digital Divide 52

Digital Divide Secondary Elementary Strategy 52

Insight Education Group

MAY 27, 2021

As educational systems are rebuilt after the disruption of the global pandemic, a new relief fund is providing aid to districts to address trauma, learning acceleration, the digital divide, and much more. Between 2020 and 2021, Congress passed three stimulus bills that provided almost $190.5

Digital Divide 52

Digital Divide Secondary Elementary Strategy 52

Graphite Blog

APRIL 29, 2021

For both students and teachers, online learning has come with a lot of challenges, from the digital divide and technology access to mental health impacts , or a lack of essential school and community supports. If so, what guidelines might be necessary? The COVID-19 pandemic may be waning in the U.S.,

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Guidelines Learning Digital Divide Online Learning 63

The Innovative Educator

MAY 10, 2020

They sighted accessibility concerns saying that remote learning couldn’t meet the needs of all students. They chose not to figure out ways to bridge the digital divide for the most vulnerable families and students. They choose to let strict guidelines in federal and state regulations be the reason to halt learning for everyone.

Digital Divide 66

Digital Divide Learning Guidelines Secondary 66

The Hechinger Report

MARCH 16, 2020

Carranza said New York City is making arrangements for students in poverty to get the devices and internet support they need – a critical issue with the gaping digital divide between wired, well-equipped districts and others that lack resources. Related: Why your toddler can’t learn from screens.

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Common Core Digital Divide Online Learning Groups 136

ExcelinEd

AUGUST 6, 2020

Alabama is using its CARES Act funds to bridge the digital divide, improve remote learning opportunities and offer intensive academic supports. However, each state’s governor and education agency have the flexibility to direct funds to prioritized programs and needs, within federal guidelines. Highlights from Alabama’s Plan.

Digital Divide 28

Digital Divide Broadband Guidelines Libraries 28

ExcelinEd

JUNE 23, 2020

However, each state governor and state education agency has the flexibility to direct funds to prioritized programs and needs within federal guidelines. With additional investments from the CARES Act, Virginia is also expanding instructional content in GoOpenVA, which allows students and families to access open education resources.

Digital Divide 28

Digital Divide Guidelines Assessment Online Learning 28

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Lastly, the rapid evolution of technology may outpace regulatory frameworks and ethical guidelines, leading to potential misuse or unintended consequences. AI also expands access to education. Global accessibility: AI facilitates online education, making learning accessible to individuals worldwide.

Education 52

Education Adaptive Learning Personalized Learning Gamification 52

edWeb.net

OCTOBER 15, 2020

She also recommends working with county and state officials to track what’s working in other districts, and she suggested keeping the district’s “external auditor on speed dial” to make sure that any new steps being taken are within the appropriate guidelines and deadlines, which also remain subject to change.

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EdTech Guidelines Policies Secondary 96

The Hechinger Report

APRIL 22, 2020

School buses provide Wi-Fi access for downloading homework assignments, as well as lunches, at various locations in South Carolina. But America’s persistent digital divide has greatly hampered efforts toward this goal. With everything shut down, the chronic issue of home internet access became an immense and acute challenge.

Learning 68

Learning Laptops Smartphone Accessibility 68

eSchool News

APRIL 7, 2016

It also highlights state leaders who have helped their states put these digital learning opportunities directly in front of teachers and students. Lack of broadband access remains a challenge for many Americans–40 percent of those in rural areas and tribal lands lack access to high-speed broadband.

Report 40

Report Broadband E-rate Advocacy 40

eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

Here’s what they had to say: Text-based AI interfaces provide an opportunity to help close the digital divide…and avoid an impending AI divide. By improving access to district systems and processes, school leaders will be able to better serve and meet the needs and expectations of the families they serve.

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Trends EdTech Industry Data 144

Lightspeed Systems

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Fill out the form below to view this webinar Read the Transcript Overcoming Obstacles to Bridging the Digital Divide in K-12 Learning 0:21 Hi, everyone, welcome to our webinar, We’re going to give everyone about 30 more seconds to join us, and then we’ll dive in. Thank you. 0:58 Hello, welcome everyone.

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Survey Data Report E-rate 52

Learning with 'e's

FEBRUARY 28, 2014

There are a lot of factors to consider, including current development of technology and its future proofing, existing systems and interoperability, access and provision of networked resources, skills and capabilities of teaching staff, market forces and socio-economic influences, to name a few. But these are just the tip of the iceberg.

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Strategy Training Digital Divide Guidelines 70

Lightspeed Systems

AUGUST 7, 2023

IT Leaders & Decision Makers, Digital Learning and Instructional Technologists, IT Admins, Network Admins, IT Security, IT Infrastructure roles, School Counselors, Safety leaders, and SROs. 2:38 We know that the Digital Learning Divide refers to inequitable access to technology and digital resources for learning.

EdTech 52

EdTech Survey Learning Data 52

Lightspeed Systems

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Fill out the form below to view this webinar Read the Transcript Overcoming Obstacles to Bridging the Digital Divide in K-12 Learning 0:21 Hi, everyone, welcome to our webinar, We’re going to give everyone about 30 more seconds to join us, and then we’ll dive in. Thank you. 0:58 Hello, welcome everyone.

Survey 52

Survey Data Report E-rate 52

edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 24, 2024

Sponsored by ClassLink When you consider the power education has in launching a child’s future, giving every student the same interactions, services, and access becomes more than just a regulation; it becomes a guiding principle. Leverage Legislation Staying abreast of changing guidelines can be a full-time task.

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Advocacy Education Learning Digital Divide 105

eSchool News

JANUARY 5, 2024

Here’s what they had to say: Text-based AI interfaces provide an opportunity to help close the digital divide…and avoid an impending AI divide. By improving access to district systems and processes, school leaders will be able to better serve and meet the needs and expectations of the families they serve.

Trends 52

Trends EdTech Industry Data 52

Lightspeed Systems

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

We are extraordinarily proud of the Digital Equity module, as it unlocks visibility into students’ internet access and device health outside of school with real-time data districts can’t find elsewhere. Most importantly, they empower all students to excel!”

Digital Divide 52

Digital Divide Broadband EdTech Guidelines 52

Lightspeed Systems

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Develop and Communicate Clear Guidelines for AI Use It’s essential to develop clear guidelines and policies to ensure students, teachers, and other staff fully understand the proper and responsible use of generative AI. Like with other guidelines, AI policies should not be created in a vacuum.

Student Data Privacy 69

Student Data Privacy Digital Divide Guidelines Policies 69

21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

AUGUST 23, 2020

As the Coronavirus has changed the landscape of education, I have become more and more aware of inequity and the digital divide. In my reflection, I have attempted to present ideas for all schools across the digital divide. Check any guidelines provided by your state DOE. MARCH 30, 2020 · 11:02 PM | EDIT.

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Blended Learning LMS STEM Assessment 192

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

More than two years ago, educators around the country began to engage in dialogue regarding the digital divide , as they recognized the reality that many students did not have access and connectivity as once believed. So a new concept has emerged: “digital equity.” This definition points to opportunities to take action.

Digital Divide 204

Digital Divide Broadband Education Accessibility 204

Lightspeed Systems

JUNE 15, 2023

Fill out the form below to view this webinar Read the Transcript Overcoming Obstacles to Bridging the Digital Divide in K-12 Learning 0:21 Hi, everyone, welcome to our webinar, We’re going to give everyone about 30 more seconds to join us, and then we’ll dive in. Thank you. 0:58 Hello, welcome everyone.

Survey 52

Survey Data Report E-rate 52

TeacherCast

AUGUST 27, 2015

Occasionally, parental access needs to be revoked to students’ information. A digital divide between teachers hurts students. With a good, well-used LMS that can be accessed any time from anywhere on anything, students and parents know where to go for latest information. Students come and go. Legal exposure.

Edmodo 68

Edmodo Moodle LMS Software 68

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

FEBRUARY 4, 2023

Bring Your Own Device (BOYD) is becoming an increasingly popular option for schools as they look to give students more access to technology. However, implementing BOYD in schools also presents some challenges such as data security, digital divide, and compatibility issues.

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BYOD Digital Divide Education Guidelines 100

EdTechSandyK

FEBRUARY 10, 2012

Key trends from 2011 : People expect anytime anywhere access Resources becoming more cloud based Abundance of resources make it more challenging for us to function in the role of educator as we know it. Allows teacher to push questions out to students regardless of device as long as they have web access. Shows live results.

BYOD 60

BYOD Poll Everywhere Mobility Laptops 60

Shake Up Learning

MARCH 20, 2018

Give them guidelines, show them proper use, then trust them. Or worse, the company went under, and the tool is no longer accessible. We still have a huge digital divide. On April 4th, when the book and course are released, you will receive an email with information on how to access the workshop. Be Consistent.

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Google Tools Technology Outcomes 78

The Hechinger Report

APRIL 26, 2016

I have guidelines for cellphone and smartphone use, but it’s a constant struggle to keep kids engaged in lessons and off their phones. One way to solve the access issue is to allow students to use smartphones in class. Although she favors open access to smartphones, Crowley has also noticed the challenges for struggling students.

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Smartphone Accessibility Learning Social Media 40

The Hechinger Report

JULY 5, 2017

Leverenz and other critics have singled out two educational nonprofits — Mobile Beacon and Mobile Citizen — both of which rake in millions of dollars a year from their national holdings of EBS licenses, while using just a fraction of the revenue to supply much-needed broadband access to students. The Consortium for School Networking.

Broadband 87

Broadband Mobility Digital Divide Learning 87

MindShift

MARCH 4, 2021

It gives us an opportunity to really address that digital divide once and for all and provide the long term needs. If schools don’t have the physical space to meet that guideline, it’s not going to happen. Is that guideline going to change? You know, the first thing I heard you say is “fall.”

Education 33

Education Guidelines Handbook Strategy 33

Hack Education

FEBRUARY 17, 2017

Via The New York Times : “ Trump Drops Defense of Obama Guidelines on Transgender Students.” Via WaPo : “The FCC talks the talk on the digital divide – and then walks in the other direction.” ” Via Education Dive : “ Digital ed tech pricing library brings transparency to procurement.”

Education 45

Education Company MOOC Khan Academy 45

Hack Education

MAY 27, 2016

The Department of Education has released its newly proposed guidelines for school accountability. Also off campus, not on-: “ Unemployed Detroit Residents Are Trapped by a Digital Divide.” This week: “ OpenStax Partners with panOpen to Expand OER Access.” More via The New York Times.

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Education MOOC Common Core Trends 52