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5 FETC 2024 sessions that grabbed our attention

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The conference features 7 tracks for a customized experience: Assistive technology Campus leader Coach District administrator Educator Information technology Library media specialist FETC workshops and sessions are presented by experts and innovators who are making a difference across the K-12 education spectrum.

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Assistive Technology with MakeyMakey

Cycles of Learning

Activities such as "BattleBot" competitions, Roller Coaster construction and Robot "Tug-of-War", while rich in problem-solving/design strategies, were poor in their ability help campers make connections between their experience in camp, and the power of such devices to create greater good in the world.

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FETC 2019: Day One

eSchool News

During these sessions, presenters and attendees discussed concerns, best practices, and implementation strategies on data privacy, digital citizenship and understanding the new generation of learners. STEAM and STEM. Not surprising is the continued focus on STEAM, STEM, coding, and robotics. Assistive Technology.

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How Automated Speech Recognition Could Change Studying Forever

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Of course, this is also essential assistive technology. Although it’s true that the law requires this kind of assistive technology at some schools, I believe ASR is now more than just assistive technology; it’s on its way to becoming foundational educational technology for all students.

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How Speech Recognition Could Change Studying Forever

Edsurge

Of course, this is also essential assistive technology. Although it’s true that the law requires this kind of assistive technology at some schools, I believe ASR is now more than just assistive technology; it’s on its way to becoming foundational educational technology for all students.

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64 predictions about edtech trends in 2024

eSchool News

Ryan Imbriale, Vice President of Education Strategy, PowerSchool Research-based interventions will be needed to help older students with reading fluency. Second, in response to talent-shortage concerns, schools will place greater emphasis on work-based learning, STEM education, and vocational training programs. Diane Myers, Ph.

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Salesforce Donates $8.5M to Computer Science Education

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Funding in both districts will go toward hiring math and computer science middle school staff, buying assistive technology for special education students and supporting college and career programs. Shorall’s job, which was created last year, focuses on using computer science as a strategy for schools. percent are Latino.

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