edWeb.net

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Why should professional learning be a part of every technology initiative? Because of equity, said the three leading superintendents on the edLeader Panel, “ Creating and Leading a Professional Team of Lifelong Learners.” Professional learning should be grounded in the needs of the students.

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Professional Learning Technology Learning BYOD 82

edWeb.net

APRIL 14, 2021

They started with four squares—learning, community, character, and joy—leading to five principles of practice meant to prepare children to be the global leaders of tomorrow: innovation, data-informed decisions, diversity and inclusion, partnering, and communication. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING. LISTEN TO THE PODCAST. Dr. Baron R.

Differentiated Instruction 83

Differentiated Instruction Professional Learning Meeting Advocacy 83

edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

The key to all of this, said Dr. Smith, is to think of data as a flashlight and not a hammer. It tells us the questions and where to look, but data should drive us to numbers, then to names, and then to faces. Again, the resources need to support the students’ well-being as well as academics. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING.

Education 67

Education Secondary Policies Professional Learning 67

edWeb.net

DECEMBER 6, 2019

Data from previous shows: Take a look at who has attended the event, who actually came to your booth, and how the event impacted your company’s goals. The presenters suggested preparing your CRM ahead of the event and having a plan for inputting data while on site. Vice President and Managing Director of the education division of SIIA.

Company 54

Company Industry Meeting Advocacy 54

NeverEndingSearch

JULY 1, 2016

The program focuses around those seven tenets, or gears, with personalized student learning at the center: curriculum, instruction, and assessment; personalized professional learning; use of space and time; data and privacy; community partnerships; technology and infrastructure; and budget and resources.

Future Ready 74

Future Ready Libraries Advocacy Digital Learning 74

edWeb.net

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Data privacy, a multi-stakeholder priority for school systems, touches every aspect of operations. Therefore, assessing privacy and compliance policies and practices related to the systemwide use of technology is a continual priority. Legal issues around data privacy can be overwhelming for the school community.

Guidelines 79

Guidelines Data Student Data Privacy Handbook 79

eSchool News

MAY 7, 2015

Despite a focus on using technology to prepare for education’s future, discussions about specific devices or applications were completely absent. Ann McMullan is an education technology consultant based in Los Angeles.

Future Ready 40

Future Ready How To Advocacy Assessment 40

edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 24, 2024

With 90 percent of her North Dakota district leaders graduates of the local school system, Dr. Louters said professional learning for board leaders is vital in helping all understand “implicit bias” and being conscious of its extensive effects on administrative decisions. Data can be your best friend, said Dr. Louters.

Advocacy 109

Advocacy Education Learning Digital Divide 109

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.

Student Data Privacy 90

Student Data Privacy Guidelines Data Handbook 90

edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Of course, there are technical aspects to protecting data, and as many schools have learned during the pandemic, district IT staff need to stay on top of evolving efforts to compromise systems. Based on CoSN’s “ Student Data Privacy: A School System Priority. However, it’s about the right data in the right hands.

Data 97

Data Student Data Privacy Policies Training 97

edWeb.net

JANUARY 18, 2023

Total Cost of Ownership Educational technology comes with direct and indirect costs. Using the total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis addresses the initial investment and the operational and support costs over the life of the investment for a district’s technology environment.

Technology 91

Technology Outcomes BYOD Advocacy 91

NeverEndingSearch

JULY 1, 2016

The program focuses around those seven tenets, or gears, with personalized student learning at the center: curriculum, instruction, and assessment; personalized professional learning; use of space and time; data and privacy; community partnerships; technology and infrastructure; and budget and resources.

Future Ready 41

Future Ready Libraries Advocacy Digital Learning 41

edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

As schools and districts strive to meet their existing technology needs and prepare for the future, access to federal and state funding, along with other grants, is making a major difference in whether students engage in 21 st century learning or are left behind. Sheryl Abshire, Ph.D.,

E-rate 43

E-rate EdTech Broadband Digital Divide 43

NeverEndingSearch

JULY 1, 2016

The program focuses around those seven tenets, or gears, with personalized student learning at the center: curriculum, instruction, and assessment; personalized professional learning; use of space and time; data and privacy; community partnerships; technology and infrastructure; and budget and resources.

Future Ready 40

Future Ready Libraries Advocacy Digital Learning 40

edWeb.net

MARCH 7, 2023

Sponsored by ClassLink Technology equity has evolved over the years, and we must be open to the needs of tomorrow, next year, and five years down the road. The panelists prioritize equity in their districts by initiating policies for equitable access and effective use of technology.

Technology 94

Technology Policies BYOD Advocacy 94

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Richard Labbe Johnston County Public Schools Nominated by: Savvas Learning Company While recent statistics from NAEP (The Nation’s Report Card) show significant declines in math scores across the country, Johnston County Public Schools in North Carolina has defied that trend.

Education 127

Education Advocacy EdTech Elementary 127

edWeb.net

DECEMBER 10, 2021

Social-emotional learning (SEL) and technology might not seem like natural partners. But, according to the presenters in the edWebinar, “ Social-Emotional Learning: Leveraging Technology to Care for All,” sponsored by ClassLink and co-hosted by CoSN and AASA , technology is an essential part of their programs.

Technology 93

Technology BYOD Learning Advocacy 93

edWeb.net

MAY 9, 2023

Sponsored by ClassLink Through the Driving K-12 Innovation series, CoSN continues to share high-quality trend reports supporting emerging technology in K-12 education to transform learning. Educators must consider how social-emotional needs are enhanced or diminished with varying technology uses and reimaging norms.

Technology 84

Technology Broadband Education BYOD 84

edWeb.net

MARCH 21, 2022

Due to pandemic-driven increases in school districts’ purchases of devices and software, there’s now a need to develop cohesive systems in which data can be transferred and analyzed quickly and easily in order to improve student outcomes and district operations. This makes for little or no manual data entry and uploading of spreadsheets.

Technology 75

Technology Analysis Software BYOD 75

edWeb.net

JANUARY 26, 2023

Sponsored by ClassLink While giving all students access to high-speed internet and a working computer are strong steps towards creating equitable learning opportunities, there’s one area schools often miss: technical assistance for students with learning differences. There are some items, like larger monitors, they can have ready.

Technology 76

Technology Assistive Technology UDL Guidelines 76

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. Professional Learning, Family Connections, and Community Engagement.

Technology 93

Technology Blended Learning BYOD Assessment 93

edWeb.net

JANUARY 29, 2024

According to CoSN’s 2023 State of EdTech Leadership Survey , since 2018, cybersecurity has remained the number-one concern for EdTech leaders and is one of the most sought-after topics for professional learning. Dr. Benigni added that a data privacy and security firm can also be a strategic partner.

Training 93

Training Professional Learning Data Advocacy 93

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.

Technology 77

Technology Education BYOD Advocacy 77

edWeb.net

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Creating equal learning opportunities for every student requires overcoming resource limitations, community values, staff culture, and more. Technology can be the linchpin for success, and three outstanding district leaders offer a roadmap any school can follow—no matter the challenges.

How To 101

How To Advocacy Accessibility System 101

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Tamiko Hatcher, a dedicated educator and the director of Special Programs at Akron Public Schools in Ohio, displays visionary leadership and steadfast commitment to implementing innovative education technologies to transform the educational experience for the students in his district. Her advocacy resulted in $1.5

Edmentum 112

Edmentum Education Libraries Advocacy 112

edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

Despite universal concerns about student data privacy, communicating school policies can quickly overwhelm school leaders. CoSN has stepped in with guidance for superintendents and principals to help them with several aspects of student data privacy, including best practices for informing the community. Then, start with the basics.

Student Data Privacy 40

Student Data Privacy Data Policies BYOD 40

edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Sponsored by ClassLink While artificial intelligence and machine learning are not new technologies, recent leaps in the technology driving these tools are rapidly transforming our day-to-day lives. Privacy and Security Measures: Review your student data privacy policy and practices and how they relate when using AI tools.

Policies 115

Policies Guidelines Training Report 115

edWeb.net

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

AI and ChatGPT Of course, the first reaction to this new iteration of the technology was about students cheating. Moreover, the panelists discussed thinking about what technology is really necessary for the learning process. Instead, they are trying to focus the conversations around pedagogy, instruction, and assessment.

Digital Citizenship 108

Digital Citizenship Advocacy Company Assessment 108

Tom Murray

AUGUST 21, 2016

Prior to my role as the Director of Innovation for Future Ready Schools ® , I spent 14 years in a public school in Pennsylvania as an elementary and middle school teacher, middle school and elementary principal, and district level technology director. Organization: International Association of K-12 Online Learning (iNACOL).

Future Ready 100

Future Ready EdTech Advocacy Data 100

edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

Now, when educators could potentially add a new app with a few mouse clicks, managing student data privacy is a never-ending task. Discussing CoSN’s Five Critical Guidelines for Ensuring Data Privacy in Your Use of Technology, the speakers told attendees that when it comes to data privacy, the word “done” isn’t in their vocabulary.

Guidelines 40

Guidelines Data Student Data Privacy PowerMyLearning 40

edWeb.net

AUGUST 18, 2022

But there are also some innovations and opportunities, like virtual professional learning, that they don’t want to forget. 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. Weekly testing and contact tracing.

BYOD 79

BYOD Advocacy Professional Learning System 79

Reading By Example

OCTOBER 21, 2017

We ceased using a few other technologies as well, each for different reasons. The idea of collective commitments comes from the Professional Learning Community literature, specifically Learning by Doing, 3rd edition. I also shared the report with Renaissance Learning, the maker of Accelerated Reader.

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Assessment Report Outcomes Guidelines 44

edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

Next, once the mission is clear, leaders should work with the tech team and teachers to ensure that the technology will meet those goals. Everyone in the community regardless of if they have a child in the school should understand how funding the technology has improved student learning. Join the Community.

Technology 53

Technology BYOD Advocacy Guidelines 53

edWeb.net

AUGUST 19, 2021

He is passionate about continuous improvement, enjoys engaging in global professional learning networks, and serves on numerous local and national boards. For the last two years, she has served as the assistant superintendent over educational and technology services. Department of Commerce. Dr. Ryan has a Ph.D.

Advocacy 89

Advocacy BYOD Accessibility Strategy 89

edWeb.net

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Data Breach. Teaching and Learning–Again, this is all about planning. 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. Distributed Denial-of-Service. Ransomware.

BYOD 80

BYOD Advocacy Assistive Technology System 80

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. As individuals, district tech leaders may be sued by families whose data was compromised by a security breach. According to Matthew J. The Threats.

Strategy 89

Strategy System Data BYOD 89

edWeb.net

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. Super-Connected is a free professional learning community for school superintendents, district leadership, and aspiring district leaders.

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Strategy Digital Divide BYOD Advocacy 85