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FEBRUARY 28, 2018

The discussions shouldn’t focus on denying technology, though, said Michelle Cooper, Library Media Specialist, White Oak ISD, TX in the edWebinar “ Achieving Media Balance in a Tech-Immersed World.” ” Instead, librarians can help families learn how to maintain a healthy balance and become good digital citizens.

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DECEMBER 29, 2020

Despite decades of existing research, most professional development programs fail to adhere to established criteria for effectiveness. The Center for Public Education found that while over 90% of teachers reported that they engaged in some type of professional development during the year, most found it to be completely ineffective.”.

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NeverEndingSearch

JULY 1, 2016

When a superintendent signs the Future Ready Pledge , he or she commits to implementing meaningful changes toward a digital learning transition that supports teachers, and addresses the district’s vision for student learning. district-wide outline seven tenets relating to digital learning. .

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OCTOBER 15, 2020

Faced with fast-changing instructional models, varying infection rates, decreasing revenue sources, and a variety of natural disasters, how can education finance officials meet the short-term needs of their districts as well as longer-term requirements? WATCH THE EDLEADER PANEL RECORDING. LISTEN TO THE PODCAST. Staying Organized and Healthy.

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NeverEndingSearch

JULY 1, 2016

When a superintendent signs the Future Ready Pledge , he or she commits to implementing meaningful changes toward a digital learning transition that supports teachers, and addresses the district’s vision for student learning. district-wide outline seven tenets relating to digital learning. .

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NOVEMBER 13, 2019

an edtech specialist at Abshire Consulting, explained that the E-Rate program is administered by the Federal Communications Commission specifically to help schools with connectivity and internet access, and the US Department of Education does not provide funding for this purpose. Josh has 20 years of experience in K-12 and higher education.

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NOVEMBER 18, 2016

Last, for those who want to become civically engaged, Secretary McCulloch recommends reading and educating yourself, attending meetings, volunteering, visiting places of interest to you, advocating for an issue, writing, and voting. program, and help advance rural education advocacy regarding the federal No Child Left Behind law.

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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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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

AUGUST 27, 2011

Below are this week''s public, free, and interactive Webinars through LearnCentral.org , the social learning network for education that I work on for Blackboard Collaborate (formerly Elluminate). Attend this session to learn about advocacy tips for school librarians.

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Barrow Media Center: Expect the Miraculous

MARCH 21, 2017

Social media has connected me with so many amazing educators since I started using it many years ago. Showing our work on social media allows us to define for the world what happens in school libraries. Showing our work on social media allows us to define for the world what happens in school libraries.

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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. Learner agency refers to students as active choice makers in their education, reconceptualizing their role from “student” to “learner.”

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Reading By Example

APRIL 6, 2016

For example, schools post their mission and vision in the hallway about offering the best education for all students. Scripted, one-size-fits-all programs are purchased at once instead of investing in ongoing and embedded professional learning. Yet they fail to adequately support our most marginalized students. Source: Flickr.

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FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Unfortunately, many schools and districts are still relying on individuals or looking for that magic program rather than developing educational systems that provide a high-quality, modern education for all students. Even before the pandemic and the shift to distance education, learning extended beyond the classroom.

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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. Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast.

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MARCH 7, 2023

Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast Join the Community Super-Connected is a free professional learning community for school superintendents, district leadership, and aspiring district leaders. CoSN (the Consortium for School Networking) is the premier professional association for school system technology leaders.

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DECEMBER 28, 2022

Students’ families, educators, school leaders, and vendors all play a role in striking the appropriate balance between access to learning resources and services and privacy. Instead, it should be measurable, ongoing, timely, and relevant to ensure all students learn in safe, educational environments.

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AUGUST 18, 2022

Remote learning. There are many elements from the past two years that educators are happy to leave behind. But there are also some innovations and opportunities, like virtual professional learning, that they don’t want to forget. Mask mandates. Weekly testing and contact tracing. Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast.

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AUGUST 19, 2021

In the case of Santa Fe, they had to help the community understand the tech was there to enhance the teaching and learning process, not replace the student-teacher relationship. In education, the key to change is perseverance because the community is better at executing than it is at innovating. Innovation. Department of Commerce.

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JANUARY 18, 2023

Total Cost of Ownership Educational technology comes with direct and indirect costs. According to the two superintendents, it is critical to get executive support, use a baseline, survey users for indirect labor, make educated estimates, include all direct labor, and have as much data as possible.

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JANUARY 26, 2023

One key is approaching education with the idea that all students are uniquely gifted and deserve the best possible education and to focus on their individual needs. UDL (Universal Design for Learning), also from CAST, offers guidelines for developing challenging and meaningful educational opportunities for all students.

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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. CoSN (the Consortium for School Networking) is the premier professional association for school system technology leaders.

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OCTOBER 6, 2022

Super-Connected is a free professional learning community for school superintendents, district leadership, and aspiring district leaders. AASA is the premier association for school system leaders and serves as the national voice for public education and district leadership on Capitol Hill. Join the Community.

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JUNE 29, 2022

Building community with parents, teachers, and educational leaders was necessary to drive change, explained Kenny Bouwens, Director of CTE/STEAM and Innovation for the district, “One thing that makes the community so strong is our excellent communication. .” Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast. Join the Community.

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AUGUST 3, 2021

Wherever the location, funding is always a challenge for educational leaders. While rural school districts face many obstacles, especially as they move education into the digital world, they have some opportunities that might differ from large, urban communities. from The University of Mississippi in educational leadership.

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MARCH 21, 2022

Many district administrators did not fully understand the importance of having all their systems work together, and many educators were signing up individually for apps and other resources that could help them meet student needs. ClassLink empowers your students and teachers with instant access to their learning resources.

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edWeb.net

JULY 22, 2019

For instance, one barrier to access was library cards. The school streamlined the process and included library card registration with overall school registration. The library staff constantly communicates with community leaders to find out how they can assist them; again, technology is the tool, not the end goal.

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DECEMBER 10, 2021

Among her most recent notable achievements are 2021 Georgia Carl Perkins awardee, 2020 University of Georgia College of Education Lifetime Achievement awardee, 2019 Georgia Outstanding Woman, and 2019 Georgia Department of Education’s STEM and STEAM Advocate of the Year. Follow Dr. Levett on Twitter @AnnLPGA. Join the Community.

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MAY 21, 2021

The 2021 Driving K-12 Innovation report released by CoSN selected the most critical Hurdles (challenges), Accelerators (mega-trends), and Tech Enablers (tools) that school districts are facing with personalized learning, innovation, and digital equity. Dr. Donna Wright has served nearly 40 years as a career educator. Dr. Donna Wright.

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FEBRUARY 9, 2021

During a recent edWebinar , sponsored by ClassLink and co-hosted by CoSN and AASA , the presenters discussed the policies and practices that also keep data safe in a digital education environment. Linnette is a recognized expert in the youth and education sectors and speaks nationally on data privacy matters. Join the Community.

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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.

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MAY 19, 2020

Normally, many rural districts work with local libraries and businesses to provide students with WiFi hotspots. A final challenge—again, whether or not during a crisis—is compassion for the families and students while still ensuring an effective education. Department of Education Secretary in October 2016.

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OCTOBER 20, 2020

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. And it is intended to make sure students have a high-quality educational experience no matter which scenario is in effect, or for how long.

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APRIL 19, 2021

According to the Oxford English Dictionary, blended learning is a style of education in which students learn via electronic and online media and traditional face-to-face teaching. In Meriden Public Schools (CT), they are committed to promoting anytime, anywhere learning. By Eileen Belastock. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING.

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JUNE 25, 2021

He earned a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) degree in educational leadership and supervision from Loyola University Chicago where he received the Phi Delta Kappa Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation Award. His affinity for education has ignited a fiery passion to close the equity gap for all students. About the Presenters.

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NOVEMBER 12, 2021

Dr. Thiele noted that it is vital for district leaders to be willing learners when their educated tech staff says, “Hey, these things are important.” Miller leans heavily on his IT team to stay ahead of attacks by monitoring systems 24/7 and proactively educating staff on potential risks. Dr. Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast.

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NOVEMBER 24, 2020

Educating all constituents, not just about the process, but also why it’s important, is essential. All of the presenters said that due to the growing sophistication of attacks, they include cybersecurity training as part of professional learning. They educate staff about the types of attacks as well as what to do.

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APRIL 23, 2020

Every two or three years, state and federal laws regarding accessibility in education change. 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. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING. Highlights. Dr. Carol L.

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