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What school librarians make (revisited)

NeverEndingSearch

Back in November of 2010, I wrote a response to a superintendent’s proposed elimination of school libraries in New York State. The problem with libraries is that they are anachronisms , sacred cows. Let me start by reframing the words of a former, well-known political advisor, It’s equity, stupid.

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Hotspots, YouTube, WiFi, Oh My! How Renton Prioritizes Infrastructure Over Devices

Edsurge

“Everyone is saying ‘we are in a digital world,’ so how do we support every student, especially those that might not have WiFi access at home?” We also know that prioritizing underserved students means better literacy tools that support ELL students, which requires more internet access for students.”.

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The Impact of Technology on Education

eSchool News

Students, in turn, have benefited from increased access to information, personalized learning experiences, and opportunities for collaboration. Looking at K-12 tech innovation news, perhaps the biggest positive impact of technology on education is that of equity of access.