edWeb.net

JANUARY 26, 2023

During the edLeader Panel, “ Leveraging Technology Tools to Provide Equitable Learning Opportunities for ALL Students ,” two superintendents and the director of technical assistance at CAST discussed CoSN’s Five Compelling Steps to Address Accessibility. There are some items, like larger monitors, they can have ready.

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MARCH 21, 2022

The data should also be readily available for analysis, both for classroom instruction and district resource allocation, while being kept secure from inappropriate access. This makes for little or no manual data entry and uploading of spreadsheets. Achieving the Vision.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

In “ Leadership Strategies for Scaling, Sustaining, and Budgeting for Education Technology Innovations ,” three education leaders discussed critical strategic technology planning and investments implemented in their districts to scale and sustain long-term innovation effectively. Sustaining. Scaling Innovation.

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Technology Education BYOD Advocacy 77

edWeb.net

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Why should professional learning be a part of every technology initiative? ” Every single student should have access to an educator who can integrate technology into the lessons, and every teacher should have the support of administrators who understand how technology can enhance the learning process. .”

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 29, 2020

By identifying similar-job teachers, the district provided specific and relatable resources and support. When planning for and evaluating professional learning opportunities, the presenters recognized that technology enables teachers to be engaged in sustained social learning with their mentors and peers.

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NeverEndingSearch

APRIL 29, 2016

School librarians scout and evaluate emerging technologies and introduce them to the entire learning culture, often leading a school’s professional development efforts. They also ensure ROI on purchased curricular content and the wealth of curricular resources invested in by our states. We curate new forms of digital texts.

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edWeb.net

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Many school districts are now going through a process of determining which pandemic-related practices should be kept, improved, or discarded, and the use of remote and blended learning technologies is frequently being raised during these types of discussions. Improving the use of the various types of assessment data is another priority.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Therefore, assessing privacy and compliance policies and practices related to the systemwide use of technology is a continual priority. Also, using various communications platforms and resources such as the district website, student and staff handbooks, and newsletters to parents can ensure that all stakeholders align with district policies.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

Yet, 1:1 classrooms, BYOD, and tech-supported education are today’s reality. Next, once the mission is clear, leaders should work with the tech team and teachers to ensure that the technology will meet those goals. In fact, every message about the technology should be focused on the students and their needs.

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edWeb.net

APRIL 23, 2022

Teachers can no longer download any app they want and use it the same day—every piece of instructional technology must be vetted for how it relates to educational goals and checked against software the school already has. More important, though, every piece of technology must adhere to the district’s student data privacy policies.

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edWeb.net

AUGUST 19, 2021

Strong support from the board meant the districts had the resources (people, money, and time) as well as the mandate to ensure digital equity. At Santa Fe, they focused their efforts and resources on innovators and early adopters—people who were willing to do the change. Leadership. Dr. Ryan has a Ph.D. in curriculum and instruction.

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edWeb.net

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Schools rely on so much technology for instruction, from attendance to collecting assignments, and for day-to-day operations (e.g., Of particular concern are students who use any form of assistive technology. Thus, the panelists advocate for strict vetting procedures for all technology. school lunches).

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JUNE 29, 2022

We ask applicants to describe how they provide leadership on digital equity, build community, implement technology, and develop public and private partnerships that impact sustainable programming,” he said. CoSN (the Consortium for School Networking) is the premier professional association for school system technology leaders.

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edWeb.net

AUGUST 18, 2022

While some of the funding was used for tech over the past couple of years, this year they’re mainly allocating the resources for social and emotional learning. CoSN (the Consortium for School Networking) is the premier professional association for school system technology leaders. ClassLink is ideal for 1 to1 and BYOD initiatives.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

Districts and technology leaders may be held liable for network-security incidents, and the costs of these incidents can be extremely high. Therefore, school districts must do everything in their power to make sure that technology just blends into the background and helps, not hurts, teaching and learning. “So

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Familiarity does not equal experience or understanding: Just because staff have some knowledge about technology does not mean they understand how to scale it for effective digital learning. Most important, administrators should remember that even among all of these discussions about technology, it’s the people that matter.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

As founder of the global compliance consulting firm PlayWell, LLC , Linnette delivers strategic advice and training, policy development, and technology assessments, and builds cultures of compliance across a wide range of organizations. ClassLink empowers your students and teachers with instant access to their learning resources.

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edWeb.net

AUGUST 3, 2021

Bringing staff, students, and families along required these rural districts to add instructional technology positions, train and support teachers, and educate the local and school communities on the importance of linking their students’ education with their future employment opportunities.

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edWeb.net

MAY 19, 2020

The current crisis has highlighted the disparity between students with and without equitable access to technology, especially in rural schools. Ann also attended the 2014 White House Connected Superintendents Summit and was named a 2012-2013 NSBA Technology Leadership Network 20 to Watch Educator. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 5, 2021

In the edWebinar, “Strategic Technology Planning and Investment: Priorities, Cost and Impacts in Today’s Learning Environments,” sponsored by ClassLink and co-hosted by CoSN and AASA , three superintendents shared how they turn their stakeholders into advocates for a sustainable technology system in their districts.

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edWeb.net

OCTOBER 20, 2020

A key element in any remote or hybrid scenario is equitable access to technology, and Dr. Domenech cited an estimate that as many as 14 million students still don’t have the equipment they need to receive an equitable education in areas where schools may be closed. At this point, “digital equity is not just a divide, it’s a chasm.”.

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edWeb.net

MAY 21, 2021

A question put to all the presenters by Ann McMullan, Project Director of CoSN’s EmpowerED Superintendent Initiative, was, “Were there pieces of technology that you had in place already that enabled you to grease the wheels so that you could surmount the challenges that you were facing?” Tech Enablers. Looking Forward. Frankie Jackson.

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edWeb.net

APRIL 23, 2020

However, the goal is always the same: making sure that every student, at every level (classroom, building, district), has access to the resources they need to meet their learning goals. In addition to keeping student privacy and school budgets in mind, teachers also need to make sure that the tools work in the school’s technology environment.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 25, 2021

We seek feedback and input from students about the accessibility of the experiences, content, and activities inside the platform or the resources to get their insights.” Styles and Dr. Salvatore agree that people matter as they are the most significant investment as far as a conversation about technology and accessibility.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 17, 2020

Previously, these were key elements in developing a strategic technology plan. In the edWebinar, “ Strategic Technology Planning: Aligning Priorities, Costs, Outcomes and Sustainability,” the presenters discussed new items that must become part of strategic plans. Constituent communications. She earned her Ed.D.

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edWeb.net

JULY 15, 2020

So, some of their learning programs come with parent licenses so that everyone can take advantage of the resources. The Center for Digital Education and The National School Board Association recognized Wilson County Schools for its innovative use of technology.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

As part of a series on technology best practices for school district leaders, presenters in an edWebinar , sponsored by ClassLink and co-hosted by CoSN and AASA , discussed five key reasons why everyone needs to be on top of their cybersecurity plan and continuously evaluate its effectiveness. Louis University.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 1, 2020

Learning goals heavily influence tools and resources for assessment. An assessment should not be the first time students use a piece of technology. Second, they need to use a variety of resources: individual evaluations, work over the course of a school year, input from other teachers, etc.

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edWeb.net

APRIL 19, 2021

They address the four critical areas that school leaders must address as outlined in the Leadership for Digital Learning Initiative —technological platforms, human platforms, program management, and communications with all internal and external stakeholders. Winchester Public Schools (VA) has taken a scaffolding approach to technology.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 19, 2019

Embed Technology in Instructional Practice: If students are going to be tested with tech, then they need to be learning that way on a regular basis. Glenn has been recognized by numerous organizations for his innovative technology implementation methods and has been a featured speaker at numerous events across the globe.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 10, 2019

The Center for Digital Education and The National School Board Association recognized Wilson County Schools for its innovative use of technology. Rich’s experience provides a unique strategic and operational perspective to develop, lead, and integrate technology, instruction and business functions. About the Host.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 4, 2019

In the edWebinar, “ Strategic Technology Planning and Investment,” which is part of CoSN’s Empowered Superintendent series for edWeb, three superintendents who’ve been in the trenches for all aspects of district edtech plans discussed effective financial planning for technology. Department of Education Secretary in October 2016.

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edWeb.net

JANUARY 22, 2019

At the beginning of the edtech wave, superintendents saw many benefits from using digital resources in the classroom. But, they also saw a large number of resources being recommitted to just this one aspect of education: space for server farms, money for hardware and software upgrades, overworked personnel, etc.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

Be clear with parents, students, and teachers why a resource isn’t being used at your school—whether it’s due to privacy concerns or another issue—so that they feel like a part of the conversation. Ann served as co-chair of Texas Education Technology Advisory Committee which developed the Texas Long Range Plan for Technology, 2006-2020.

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edWeb.net

APRIL 22, 2019

Educators still need to constantly evaluate the effectiveness of accessibility initiatives, advocate for resources for their students, and anticipate where they need to go next. Educators need to perform regular evaluations of how the policies, teaching strategies, technology, curriculum, etc.,

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

Moving to a 1:1 environment requires an overhaul of every district building and technology resource. Whether the school’s tech-savvy teachers have the new tool first or everyone receives it at the same time, the speakers agreed that all teachers need to have the technology in their hands at least six months before the students.

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edWeb.net

JULY 22, 2019

Kelley, Superintendent of Oak Park Elementary School District 97, IL, explained, this isn’t about deciding what technology a district uses. None of them talk about technology; instead, they look at how to leverage technology to achieve that goal. He has been the senior director of technology for the last five years.

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