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When the Variability of All Learners Is Addressed

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Bringing together more than 100 organizations across the fields of disability advocacy, special education, civil rights and K-12 nonprofits, the Educating All Learners Alliance (EALA) is one such network formed to ensure equity and support for students with disabilities and learning differences across education environments.

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After Recent High-Profile Data Breaches, Illuminate Education Quietly Gets Acquired

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There’s been a lot of consolidation in edtech since the pandemic, with players like Renaissance making big moves, says Anna Edwards, chief advocacy officer and cofounder of Whiteboard Advisors. The deal makes sense to some observers, especially since U.S.

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The Importance of the Right Technology in Schools

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Gaisford spoke about the State Educational Technology Directors Association and the EdTech Trends Report , which was created to track the impact of technology on education across the country. Mangum then took the floor to take the attendees back to 2016 and talked about the important edtech trends of that time.

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FEV Tutor Named 2021 Tech Edvocate Award Winner for Best Tutoring/Test Prep App or Tool

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This is the fifth year of the Tech Edvocate Awards, which recognizes outstanding edtech products that support students across the Pre-K-20 sector by catering to identified classroom and learning needs. Twelve years ago, FEV Tutor was built by educators with student learning outcomes in mind.

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Funding Edtech with the E-Rate Program and Grants

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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. Accessing the E-Rate and Matching State Funds. Sheryl Abshire, Ph.D.,

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Your Syllabus to SXSW EDU 2019 (and Where to Find Us!)

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But how much surveillance is acceptable, and what are the implications for students’ privacy rights? EdSurge’s managing editor, Tony Wan, will pose these questions to Bill Fitzgerald (New Knowledge), Doug Levin (EdTech Strategies), Courtney Goodsell (Impero Software) and Stephanie Cerda (administrator at Austin Independent School District).

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Current Trends in Education

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Keeping up with the latest advancements in edtech can offer valuable insights into transformative tools and strategies. This flexibility allows for personalized learning experiences and accommodates varying student needs. This approach encourages self-reflection, self-advocacy, and a sense of ownership over one’s education.

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