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What is Digital Accessibility? (And Why It’s Crucial at Schools)

ViewSonic Education

What is digital accessibility – this simple question is, actually, fundamental in the technologically advanced era we’re in. Allowing everyone access to the same online content, virtual experiences, and digital devices is the only way we can move forward in this ever-connected global village. What is Digital Accessibility? .

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How edtech is improving special education

Neo LMS

Educators benefit from embracing the use of computers and tablets with all students. Edtech gives students with physical disabilities a voice. Recently, one such student demonstrated her proficiency in this skill by using a Samsung Galaxy tablet. The use of tablets creates a bridge, helping them connect with others.

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The Role of EdTech in Bridging Talent Shortages

EdTech4Beginners

The US faces an alarming talent shortage, and educational technology (EdTech) could be one of the solutions that could reverse the trend. Fortunately, employers can leverage accessible solutions, such as EdTech. Various industries can access bigger talent pools, especially if educational programs are more inclusive.

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K–12 Schools Seek to Connect 12 Million Students Without Home Broadband Access

EdTech Magazine

As part of the shift to remote learning in 2020, many schools provided devices such as laptops and tablets to students for the purpose of attending school via the internet. Without it, these K–12 students can’t connect to remote classes…

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How Access to Technology Can Create Equity in Schools

Digital Promise

That means we shouldn’t just use edtech to replace worksheets, run “drill and kill” exercises, or crunch assessment performance numbers. Students can access learning materials outside of school. Ensuring internet access outside of school. A tablet without an internet connection is similarly useful.

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Wi-Fi 6 Access Points Expand Connectivity in K–12 Districts

EdTech Magazine

Today’s students are more connected than ever, relying on multiple platforms across smartphones, computers, tablets and classroom… Thanks to the remote learning changes that impacted education over this time, altering everything from lesson planning to tutoring, a flood of new devices re-entered schools along with returning students.

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7 Edtech Trends to Watch in 2022: a Startup Guide for Entrepreneurs

Edsurge

This will take many forms, from institutions evolving their operations to students optimizing their learning with technology to caregivers connecting directly with their children’s education through edtech services. Data is abundant and the key to today’s edtech solutions Data is critical to unlock the potential of edtech solutions.

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