The Hechinger Report

DECEMBER 9, 2021

They need opportunities to create, decode, analyze, customize and otherwise manipulate programs, datasets and predictive models to solve problems in support of their learning goals. There is a growing need to reframe computing in classrooms as an inherently social and learned set of skills. Sign up for Hechinger’s newsletter.

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ViewSonic Education

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

What’s more, the metaverse itself can be accessed using a variety of devices. With that being said, metaverse learning is a relatively new concept and one that many educators are still getting to grips with. This is the basis of immersive learning as a concept. For instance, imagine a class trip to study mountain ranges.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 1, 2015

As of late I have been doing a great deal of work with schools and districts on how to effectively implement digital learning across the curriculum. When it comes to technology in general, the overall goal is to support learning, not drive instruction. It can also increase relevance and make the curriculum more contextual.

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Digital Promise

APRIL 13, 2020

For more than six years, we’ve worked to close the homework gap , ensuring that all students have equitable access to the internet and technology for powerful learning opportunities outside of the classroom, augmenting what is available in school. How can we best assess our technology needs?

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 6, 2020

Some accessed sensitive information, such as students’ GPAs and SAT scores. But there are options for districts that want to foster students’ digital skills and steer them away from more mischievous or devious outlets for their hacking. The district benefits, too, by having students who are trained to assist its IT team with repairs.

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 30, 2019

Some accessed sensitive information, such as students’ GPAs and SAT scores. But there are options for districts that want to foster students’ digital skills and steer them away from more mischievous or devious outlets for their hacking. The district benefits, too, by having students who are trained to assist its IT team with repairs.

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 27, 2019

Some accessed sensitive information, such as students’ GPAs and SAT scores. But there are options for districts that want to foster students’ digital skills and steer them away from more mischievous or devious outlets for their hacking. The district benefits, too, by having students who are trained to assist its IT team with repairs.

Digital Learning 150

Digital Learning Digital Citizenship Mobility Learning 150

ViewSonic Education

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

These platforms enrich learning outcomes by offering diverse features, like multimedia content, quizzes, real-time feedback, and collaboration tools. But what is common amongst interactive learning platforms is that they make learning more engaging, accessible, and effective. And what about user permission management?

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eSchool News

APRIL 21, 2020

Boxlight Corporation a leading provider of interactive technology solutions for the global education market, is offering complimentary training, professional development, and support resources for educators transitioning to distance learning. Customized school and district PD plans are also available through Boxlight-EOS.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 14, 2020

Future of School (FoS) and the Digital Learning Collaborative (DLC), two national organizations leading the way toward effective district transformation, today announced the Resilient Schools Project (RSP). Learn more at [link]. About The Digital Learning Collaborative.

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Edsurge

MARCH 27, 2019

In an unusual move intended to shake up how college teaching is done around the world, Carnegie Mellon University today announced that it will give away dozens of the digital-learning software tools it has built over more than a decade—and make their underlying code available for anyone to see and modify.

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Neo LMS

JULY 29, 2021

Read more: 4 Things any teacher training program should include from now on. The digital divide in accessing learning and teaching tools and large gaps in teacher’s access to digital training are other areas of concern. Address new education challenges and changing needs.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 20, 2020

Part of our Palmdale Promise was to provide equitable access to technology for all students, regardless of school or location. We knew we needed an affordable solution, not to mention the training for teachers to utilize it. This limits the need for additional training, whether for educators, administrators or IT.

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Digital Promise

MARCH 11, 2020

But implementation requires that care is taken to ensure that 1) every student has access and they know how to use it, and 2) the online experiences are powerful and meaningful. The digital learning gap is caused by differences in how learners access technology, both in and out of school, and in how technology is used for learning.

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MIND Research Institute

MAY 26, 2020

ST Math is currently free to access for districts, schools and families. But why is ST Math worth using during this time of remote learning? More generally, what should educators, administrators and families be looking for in any distance learning program or resource? Additional Resources: Free Access to ST Math.

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Digital Promise

MAY 28, 2021

Closing the digital divide became even more important last year as students without reliable internet access at home struggled to connect to their classes. Courses such as “Moving Forward with Hybrid Learning” and “Creating Digitally Inclusive and Accessible Learning Experiences” are aligned with Digital Promise micro-credentials.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

As a digital learning specialist, I support instructional technology implementation in my district as well as provide training for teachers on edtech tools. As an educator for more than 26 years, I understand the importance of leveraging technology to “work smarter, not harder” when planning and implementing lessons.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 28, 2019

Nearly 200 colleges face federal civil rights investigations opened in 2019 about whether they are accessible and communicate effectively to people with disabilities. Among the newer aspects of these kinds of complaints is whether college social media communication meets accessibility standards.

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Edsurge

APRIL 27, 2018

But a common problem prevented that: some faculty have been slow to catch up with technological advances, and many wait until students ask for accomodations rather than having accessible materials from the start. “I It’s often up to faculty themselves to ensure all students can access their learning materials.

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eSchool News

MARCH 11, 2024

In August 2023, I transitioned from teaching and learning to IT. The year before a rollout, we’d begin training the teachers and upgrading any necessary infrastructure at the school level. Access: As CIO of OCPS, I am often reminded of the delicate balance that must be maintained between access and security.

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Hapara

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Learn more about ethical monitoring and join educators worldwide who have taken the ethical monitoring pledge. Professional development and training We offer several online resources to help educators in your school use Hāpara for focused and engaging digital learning. Educators can access Camp Hāpara anytime.

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Edsurge

APRIL 28, 2022

One possible difficulty the research identifies is getting faculty buy-in—not to mention adequate training—for changing their teaching practices to accommodate hybrid and online instruction.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 27, 2017

I’ve seen how technology motivates learners of all ages to find their voice, connect with language learners around the world, and have access to knowledge and resources in multiple languages. Poor students often carry around cheap cell phones or access the Internet through a library or Internet cafe. ESL and Technology Posts.

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 24, 2019

Digital Equity: How Far Have We Come? For IT staff and administrators, the work of ensuring all students have equal access to the internet , and to technology that is now standard for modern classrooms, is complex. . First, they lead the effort to distribute digital devices such as notebooks and tablets. eli.zimmerman_9856.

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Hapara

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Listen to an audio version of this post: [link] A digital learning platform is designed to make teaching easier by allowing educators to manage and individualize lessons and evaluate students. To get the maximum out of any digital learning platform your school uses, your operators need to be well-trained and skilled.

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eSchool News

MARCH 24, 2023

. – Riverside Insights ®, a leading developer of research-based assessments and analytics, today announced a partnership with Kognito , a provider of practice-based digital learning experiences, which provides strategies to improve mental health and well-being across schools.

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Education Superhighway

AUGUST 17, 2017

As teachers kick off the back-to-school season, we’d like to hear your thoughts about the role technology plays in your classrooms and how you empower your students to navigate digital learning. What does Digital Learning mean to you? What role, if any, did computers and digital learning play in your teaching experiences?

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eSchool News

APRIL 2, 2024

As a digital learning team, we were assigned the responsibility of exploring the full spectrum of AI in education. Questions for the district might include: How can we create AI usage guidelines that respect student and teacher privacy and ensure equitable access to technology? Minds & Machines 30 , 99–120 (2020).

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eSchool News

MAY 5, 2021

As part of its #SavvasThanks campaign for Teacher Appreciation Week 2021, Savvas is making a donation to EveryoneOn.org that will provide free high-speed Internet service to 100 families with school-aged students who are in need of reliable WiFi in their homes for digital learning. ABOUT SAVVAS LEARNING COMPANY.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 16, 2017

If you’d like to get your students to create their own video walkthroughs or tutorials then check out my book, Hacking Digital Learning Strategies: 10 Ways to Launch EdTech Missions. Get your copy of Hacking Digital Learning , The 30 Goals Challenge , or Learning to Go.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 12, 2024

Access to high-quality education is widely recognized as a pivotal tool for alleviating poverty, mitigating the spread of disease and malnutrition, fostering children's overall welfare and empowering women. This article focuses on one of those organizations, Learning Equality. billion people worldwide without internet access.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

MAY 14, 2018

This portfolio doesn’t need to have been started at the beginning of the year and only takes about 1 or 2 class periods for students to complete depending on your setup and technology access. Get your copy of Hacking Digital Learning , The 30 Goals Challenge , or Learning to Go. How to Use this Template.

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eSchool News

APRIL 3, 2024

Districts call for guidance in developing classroom AI policies For more news on AI in education , visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub In a recent report by ACT Inc. Key points: Using AI in the classroom isn’t bad–here are some tips to make sure it’s used correctly AI: Can it think like your students do?

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Education Superhighway

AUGUST 17, 2017

As teachers kick off the back-to-school season, we’d like to hear your thoughts about the role technology plays in your classrooms and how you empower your students to navigate digital learning. What does Digital Learning mean to you? What role, if any, did computers and digital learning play in your teaching experiences?

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 2, 2019

While traditional professional development is important — in-person and group education — today’s teachers need access to fast approaching and more relevant opportunities that cater to their personal goals. . Going into 2019, administrators should consider incorporating digital breakouts to provide instruction about educational tech.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 14, 2022

But some advocates say that more-accessible tech platforms could be a key to changing that. The good news, according to Bell, is that college education and skills training—specifically the use of a white cane and braille—are associated with greater employment outcomes.

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 5, 2020

For school districts implementing e-learning plans, a key concern is ensuring equity and access to learning materials for all students. Some students may not have access to the devices needed to complete e-learning activities, while others may not be able to connect to the internet from home.

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