Tom Murray

JANUARY 12, 2016

As school leaders work to implement digital learning practices, they must commit to navigating roadblocks, problem solving, and planning for sustainable, systemic transformation. Equity in access, from broadband to devices is a concern and something that districts need to work to meet head on. “

EdTech 189

EdTech Future Ready Social Media Broadband 189

Edsurge

MAY 24, 2023

That’s meant literally, as many equity questions come down to education access in the home — like whether students have reliable broadband or device access — but also figuratively, impacted by squishier concepts like how members of your family feel about school. It also kicked education out of its autopilot mode, he adds.

Broadband 132

Broadband Report Accessibility Examples 132

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. Application processes vary, based on the state, as do disbursements.

E-rate 42

E-rate EdTech Broadband Digital Divide 42

Digital Promise

APRIL 4, 2016

Read this : “Words Matter: Let’s Talk about Learning, not Technology”. To support powerful use of technology in classrooms, you need powerful infrastructure, includingadequate broadband and wireless, a mobile device management system (MDM), and a clear device incident workflow. How will the classroom change? Powerful Use.

Digital Divide 96

Digital Divide Broadband Accessibility Mobility 96

edWeb.net

JUNE 13, 2019

At the classroom level, modeling and encouraging innovation extend those digital equity conversations through reflection and reevaluation of best practices. Professional Learning. When we think about professional learning in this new era of education, it is not a linear process. Honest Conversation.

Strategy 47

Strategy EdTech Professional Learning Accessibility 47

eSchool News

DECEMBER 15, 2016

However, too often librarians are left out of the planning process for infrastructure and devices, professional learning for teachers, and digital content strategies—areas where they often have expertise. Department of Education’s Office of Education Technology, librarians are at the forefront of helping schools become future ready.

Future Ready 40

Future Ready BYOD Broadband Libraries 40

edWeb.net

JULY 16, 2018

An IT leadership survey from cosn.org lists the top three IT priorities in K-12 education as cybersecurity and broadband/network capacity, data security, and budgets. With this technology, IT staff can focus more on the technology that is closer to the classroom and spend time on other initiatives that fit long term visions and goals. “IT

Broadband 40

Broadband Data Libraries Technology 40

Edsurge

JUNE 18, 2019

Educators often go to professional development events, including technology conferences for a variety of reasons. For some, it is a rare opportunity to learn the latest in education and technology. Does the session require broadband access that is not likely to exist in the homes of many students?

Conference 138

Conference Software Broadband Strategy 138

edWeb.net

AUGUST 7, 2018

State leaders need to make sure they are giving educators the tools they need to select the best materials for the classroom. Several topic areas were expanded in the latest Guide , including planning for purchases in respect to curriculum standards; interoperability, privacy, and accessibility considerations; and professional learning.

Instructional Materials 40

Instructional Materials Resources OER Policies 40

Digital Promise

DECEMBER 14, 2016

These commitments are connecting 20 million more students to next-generation broadband and wireless. Apple joined President Obama’s ConnectED initiative and pledged $100 million of teaching and learning solutions to 114 underserved schools across the country. This includes more than $2 billion in private-sector commitments.

Adobe 120

Adobe Education Tablets iPad 120

edWeb.net

MARCH 19, 2019

Their support for the new initiative meant that leadership could investigate methods beyond the traditional classroom. She also facilitates the members’ professional learning opportunities including planning and implementing the content for SETDA’s virtual and in-person events and newsletters. Join the Community.

OER 40

OER Instructional Materials Policies Broadband 40

edWeb.net

OCTOBER 25, 2018

They also said, though, that with the silos of information that still exist in many schools and districts, one of the most important pieces of data to collect is to find out what edtech resources are actually being used in your classroom. By asking three key questions, leaders can get a better sense of their K-12 edtech ecosystem.

EdTech 40

EdTech Data Student Data Privacy Libraries 40

edWeb.net

DECEMBER 27, 2016

The Future Ready movement grew out of the Connect Ed initiative launched by President Obama in 2013 with several goals: to connect 99% of students in schools to broadband, and to address the need for more professional learning and leadership to ensure the effective use of technology. A former teacher, Sara holds a B.A.

Future Ready 45

Future Ready Libraries Professional Learning Personalized Learning 45

edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

But many times tech is only integrated at specific points in the classroom or with a specific tool as determined by the teacher. She also facilitates the members’ professional learning opportunities including planning and implementing the content for SETDA’s virtual and in-person events and newsletters. Join the Community.

Personalized Learning 40

Personalized Learning Learning OER Broadband 40

edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 17, 2018

Refocusing classrooms around up-and-coming digital materials requires more than just adding a new tech-based product or two as many processes for reviewing and purchasing instructional materials are still built around print textbooks. Christine’s background includes experience in education and consulting. Join the Community.

Instructional Materials 40

Instructional Materials Case Study Policies OER 40

edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

Draper adds to this suggestion by asserting that school districts need to look at data access from all angles, from the outer layer of the infrastructure to the rogue apps used in classrooms, to create a sound data access and student data privacy plans. The Balancing Act. Join the Community.

Data 41

Data Accessibility Student Data Privacy Libraries 41

MindShift

JULY 31, 2020

The librarians at Leander Independent School District in suburban Austin, Texas, say their “front line” relationships helping teachers connect to printers and setting up laptops in classrooms just shifted when learning moved online. Fellow school librarians!

Libraries 68

Libraries Social Media Digital Badges Accessibility 68

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

SEPTEMBER 30, 2013

A practical discussion of how professional learning educators do every day in online communities and networks can be formally recognized and impact formal PD, led by a panel of educators at all levels, including Al Byers, Darren Cambridge, Pam Moran, and Eric Sheninger, who are already engaged in making it happen, Steve Hargadon facilitating.

Education 57

Education BYOD Broadband Flipped Classroom 57

Graphite Blog

MARCH 25, 2016

Working together with members of Congress as well as technology and publishing firms, the Obama administration has launched ConnectED , a multi-billion dollar initiative aimed at wiring every classroom, modernizing school libraries, increasing professional development, and activating technology-infused professional learning communities.

Broadband 40

Broadband Digital Citizenship Industry Libraries 40

Graphite Blog

MARCH 25, 2016

Working together with members of Congress as well as technology and publishing firms, the Obama administration has launched ConnectED , a multi-billion dollar initiative aimed at wiring every classroom, modernizing school libraries, increasing professional development, and activating technology-infused professional learning communities.

Broadband 40

Broadband Digital Citizenship Industry Libraries 40

eSchool News

OCTOBER 26, 2016

The modernization to Lifeline didn’t increase funding overall, but families will have the choice between phone discounts and a credit for broadband at home. The only way they work is through high quality professional learning opportunities for teachers. That takes time and money. Talk to teachers.

OER 48

OER E-rate Broadband Future Ready 48

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

OCTOBER 21, 2014

Do you co-learn with a classroom across the globe? Thursday, October 23rd at 3pm ISTE Webinar: Developing Your Mobile Learning Landscape , This webinar will introduce a powerful new professional learning experience for teachers, tech coaches, and administrators who are interested in bringing their school up to digital age standards.

Conference 53

Conference Digital Citizenship Libraries Common Core 53

edWeb.net

AUGUST 3, 2021

These rural districts face the four significant challenges: broadband access, funding, people, and understanding the “why.” Broadband access has become more critical in the last year and a half than ever before. Challenges. Carter has a long history of service in Meridian Public School District, having worked there since 1994.

Broadband 98

Broadband E-rate BYOD Accessibility 98

eSchool News

JULY 11, 2023

Cybersecurity is also the topic with the greatest interest for expanded professional learning. Digital Equity Students are less likely to receive support for off-campus broadband access than they were in 2021. Modernized Infrastructure For over ten years, the top challenge for EdTech Leaders has not changed.

Data 97

Data Broadband EdTech Report 97

edWeb.net

MAY 21, 2021

When asked about the hurdles that happened due to schools closing on March 13th, 2020, all four presenters agreed that broadband, not devices, challenged their districts to provide equitable access to learning no matter their districts’ geographic location or demographics. Dr. Donna Wright. Join the Community.

Learning 79

Learning Broadband Elementary Professional Learning 79

edWeb.net

OCTOBER 7, 2021

During a recent edWebinar , sponsored by Scholastic Magazines+ , the presenters offered strategies for helping students ease back into the classroom and get engaged in learning again. Scholastic Magazines+ are the simple solution to student engagement in PreK-12 learning. They lost connection last year. Join the Community.

Broadband 84

Broadband Instructional Materials System Professional Learning 84

edWeb.net

MAY 19, 2020

During CoSN and ClassLink’s edWebinar, “ Leading Digital Transformations in Rural School Districts,” the presenters talked about how the situation with COVID-19 amplifies the obstacles rural schools face transitioning to a 21st century learning environment. One of the first challenges rural districts face is broadband access.

BYOD 54

BYOD Broadband EdTech Elementary 54

Digital Promise

FEBRUARY 8, 2016

Like a few other students of hers, Karim would spend his lunch period in her classroom, where she would give him some extra academic help. A prevailing sentiment among the teachers is how impossible it is to effectively support students in the classroom while ignoring what happens once they leave. Middletown, N.Y.

Blended Learning 135

Blended Learning Elementary Broadband Dropout 135

Tom Murray

AUGUST 21, 2016

Common Sense Education provides digital literacy and citizenship programs to educators and school communities with a goal of empowering students to harness technology for learning and life. Such opportunity requires high-speed broadband in every school and Education SuperHighway is working to make that opportunity a reality.

Future Ready 100

Future Ready EdTech Advocacy Data 100

Digital Promise

FEBRUARY 8, 2016

Like a few other students of hers, Karim would spend his lunch period in her classroom, where she would give him some extra academic help. A prevailing sentiment among the teachers is how impossible it is to effectively support students in the classroom while ignoring what happens once they leave. Middletown, N.Y.

Blended Learning 120

Blended Learning Elementary Broadband Dropout 120

edWeb.net

MARCH 15, 2021

Limited or no access to the internet has particularly undermined their remote science learning experiences. All students, Krehbiel emphasized, should have universal access to broadband internet. Principal among them is pairing professional learning with quality materials to advance teacher practice in the classroom.

Education 79

Education Assessment Professional Learning Policies 79

techlearning

AUGUST 30, 2018

COMCAST INTERNET ESSENTIALS PROGRAM ( www.internetessentials.com/apply ) Comcast announced it has now connected over six million Americans to the Internet through its Internet Essentials program, a comprehensive broadband adoption program for low-income families in the U.S.

Tools 45

Tools Chromebook Software Mobility 45

eSchool News

DECEMBER 25, 2023

The various services and products acquired by consolidators over the last year or two will be integrated into increasingly comprehensive platforms offering instructional content, assessments, and classroom tools all in one place. It is time to find the balance again. It is all about the balance.

EdTech 70

EdTech Learning Industry Data 70