eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 24, 2015

All state districts will have access to high-speed broadband connections. This new connectivity exceeds a national network infrastructure benchmark of 100 Mbps, which was set by the State Educational Technology Directors Association. So, I’m glad we were able to meet the need and do what is best for student learning.”.

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TeachThought - Learn better.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2015

A New Definition For Equity In Education. When discussing equity, there are so many convenient handles–race, gender, language, poverty, access to technology, but there may be a larger view that we’re missing when we do so. Design learning models that are inherently inclusive regardless of access to technology. Equilibrium.

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Education Superhighway

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

As districts start to file their Form 470’s, many are considering the strategies that will put them in the best position to receive the broadband they need at prices they can afford. In the August 22, 2017 School and Libraries News Brief , USAC changed the definitions of some key service options on the 470.

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Education Superhighway

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

She is the current Digital Access Coordinator for the Learning Technology Center of Illinois (LTC) and an Illinois State E-rate Coordinator. Moreover, Mindy serves on several state and national associations such as the State Education Technology Directors Association (SETDA) and State E-rate Coordinator Alliance (SECA).

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eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2021

When we posted our 2020 predictions on January 1 last year, we–along with the majority of the world–definitely didn’t anticipate the curveball that was (and continues to be) the global COVID-19 pandemic. 2020 has been called a dumpster fire, the worst year in recent memory, and more. education system.

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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. Ken also has a keynote he delivers on the convergence of equity and technology called “Techquity.”

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Edsurge

JANUARY 21, 2021

And we’ve only seen the beginning—within the next few years, the company is poised to disrupt the healthcare market, become the market leader in online advertising, establish itself as a competitor to USPS, FedX and UPS, and provide global access to broadband internet through a network of satellites orbiting the planet… to name but a few examples.

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techlearning

OCTOBER 10, 2018

10, 2018 – Impero Software, specialist providers of remote monitoring and management software for education, in conjunction with ENA, a provider of comprehensive technology solutions for education institutions and libraries, has been selected for a New York state contract covering classroom management, school safety and device management software.

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NeverEndingSearch

MARCH 16, 2016

Deb notes that school librarians are included in the definition of “specialized instructional support personnel” and that Title I plans must be developed in consultation with “specialized instructional support personnel.”. Essa 3-10-16 from Debra Kachel.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 13, 2019

According to Davis, Fuller, Jackson, Pittman, and Sweet (2007) , the definition of digital equity is “equal access and opportunity to digital tools, resources, and services to support an increase in digital knowledge, awareness, and skills.” WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING. This article was modified and published by eSchool News.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 23, 2016

Gender is just one part of the diversity problem confronting many technology companies today. Our students definitely want to be involved in technology, and they also have high leadership potential. I absolutely think that technology should be taught in K-12. This gap in technology access still frustrates me.

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Edsurge

MARCH 24, 2021

On school staff vaccinations “We definitely want to encourage all teachers, all educators, all school staff to access vaccination as soon as it is available to them,” says Massetti. Is it students of color, students with disabilities, students experiencing homelessness, students without broadband access at home or the devices?

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edWeb.net

AUGUST 7, 2018

The first task of the Guide , which was assembled by a large taskforce of state and district leaders, private sector partners, and stakeholders, is to provide a definition: Quality instructional materials are content-rich materials, aligned to standards that are fully accessible and free from bias.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

DECEMBER 5, 2016

From the report (emphasis mine): A 2016 Pew Research Center’s study indicates that the digital divide in the US is no longer just about access to technology but rather fluency in using it. Indeed, the productive and innovative use of technology encompasses 21st century skills that are vital for being successful in the workplace and beyond.

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The Hechinger Report

MARCH 20, 2018

Its definition of what it means to be “rural” is beyond that which most Americans will ever come to know. Since 2014, a primary goal of the E-rate program has been to ensure affordable access to high-speed broadband in the nation’s schools. Woodman School has 35 students in kindergarten through eighth grade.

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Graphite Blog

MARCH 25, 2016

This piece was co-authored by Lisa Guernsey , director of the Early Education Initiative and the Learning Technologies Project in the Education Policy Program at New America and Michael H. We want technology to assume a new role -- as a human relationship builder, not as a solution by itself. The answer is: not yet!

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Graphite Blog

MARCH 25, 2016

This piece was co-authored by Lisa Guernsey , director of the Early Education Initiative and the Learning Technologies Project in the Education Policy Program at New America and Michael H. We want technology to assume a new role -- as a human relationship builder, not as a solution by itself. The answer is: not yet!

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 26, 2016

Joining Soumakian were Stuart Burt, chief technology officer for Royse City ISD; Doug Brubaker, an assistant superintendent at Garland ISD; and Tom Murray, a former educator and tech director who now helps coordinate the Future Ready Schools project for the Alliance for Excellent Education. The OneRoster (standard) is a good one.

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Neo LMS

AUGUST 17, 2021

don’t have a broadband connection and don’t own a laptop or computer. As such, to avoid undue burden on these families, you need to use platforms that aren’t data-hogging or reliant on high definition. Don’t introduce certain technological platforms as permanent solutions.

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MindShift

APRIL 12, 2020

And that means millions of teachers, like Hannah Klumpe and Jaime Gordon, now isolated at home, having to harness technologies new and old to reach and teach every student. students do not have access to computers at home and 18% do not have home access to broadband internet.” The AP found “aAn estimated 17% of U.S.

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The Hechinger Report

AUGUST 23, 2017

Aurice Blanton, a senior at Chicago Technology Academy, looks over his schedule during a month-long internship at CNA Insurance last May. Blanton, a high school senior, was interning for the firm’s information technology group. Linnea Garrett, Chicago Technology Academy school director. So, I’ll only reach for this low bar.’ ”.

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edWeb.net

MAY 21, 2021

According to the CoSN report, the standard definition of hurdles is a roadblock that forces schools to slow down, prepare themselves, and then make the leap. Director of Schools for Wilson County Schools (TN), Dr. Donna Wright’s hurdles included broadband issues and a tornado that hit the area two weeks before closing schools. “We

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Department of Education’s Office of Educational Technology who has been championing digital learning since long before the term “digital learning” was being thrown around—back when she was still a classroom teacher in Alaska. But advanced manufacturing is definitely one area that automation is kind of taking over. We can create videos.

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MindShift

AUGUST 10, 2021

While especially helpful for her students with less digital experience, it also seemed to lessen the technology fatigue of her students overall. It’s definitely an accessibility feature that everyone can benefit from.”. Students can select individual words and find their definitions, translations and parts of speech.

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Digital Promise

FEBRUARY 8, 2016

The district is working toward this goal through a wide range of bold initiatives, which include offering two years of kindergarten, ending “social promotion,” connecting every student to technology, and putting significant resources into athletic facilities and music programs. “We “This is what education is going to look like.

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Digital Promise

FEBRUARY 8, 2016

The district is working toward this goal through a wide range of bold initiatives, which include offering two years of kindergarten, ending “social promotion,” connecting every student to technology, and putting significant resources into athletic facilities and music programs. "This is what education is going to look like.

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Shake Up Learning

MARCH 2, 2021

Google is designing devices that can better support students with limited access to the internet, or in countries with strong mobile broadband networks. Sorry, this one didn’t make it into the podcast, but definitely worth mentioning here.). Learn more about Chromebook updates here. Google Forms Updates.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 20, 2016

The last edtech conference of the year kicked off with a series of reflections by some well-known edtech pundits on the challenges and opportunities at the intersection of education and technology, including around how to assess learning, improve accessibility and catalyze procurement reform.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

According to the National Digital Inclusion Alliance, digital equity is a “condition in which all individuals and communities have the information technology capacity needed for full participation in our society, democracy, and economy.” This definition points to opportunities to take action. million Michigan households (31.5

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 23, 2018

MORE FROM EDTECH: Check out how K–12 schools can maximize their investment in education technology! One of the concerns that people sometimes talk about with education technology, or did some time ago, was that people would only be using it to surf social networks. RECTANUS: Some things have stayed the same.

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The Hechinger Report

AUGUST 25, 2021

But there is one essential that has always been scarce in this part of the country and that she couldn’t stock up on: Broadband access. Perry’s home isn’t wired for broadband access. Only 13 percent of New Mexico’s population has access to a low-price internet service plan, according to Broadband Now, a research group.

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Hack Education

OCTOBER 7, 2016

From the FCC : “Fact Sheet on Broadband Consumer Privacy Proposal.” ” Definitely no one I trust more on this topic, no siree. ” “ Toward a Constructive Technology Criticism ” – a report from the Tow Center for Digital Journalism’s Sara M. Icon credits: The Noun Project

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Hack Education

SEPTEMBER 2, 2016

Paul LePage has called for a review of his state’s groundbreaking 1-to–1 student computing initiative, highlighting the growing pains nagging an educational-technology movement now well into its second decade.” Via The New York Times : “ Broadband Law Could Force Rural Residents Off Information Superhighway.”

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The Hechinger Report

MAY 2, 2021

In January, Rosa Bermudez brought home a colorful worksheet from Stansbury Elementary School, meant to guide her “power plan” for a safe, healthy relationship to technology. In January, Rosa Bermudez filled out her “Power Plan” for a safe, healthy relationship to technology, one of her early assignments from Stansbury Elementary School.

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Hack Education

JUNE 16, 2017

Still in its early stages, this ambitious project relies on a little-known public resource – a slice of electromagnetic spectrum the federal government long ago set aside for schools – called the Educational Broadband Service (EBS). ” Via NPR : “How To Apply The Brain Science Of Resilience To The Classroom.”

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The Hechinger Report

APRIL 27, 2021

trillion infrastructure bill that endeavors to put people to work by addressing historic discrimination, climate change, broadband access, and labor rights — on top of building and repairing roads and bridges. Credit: Anda Chu/Digital First Media/East Bay Times via Getty Images. The Bidens recognize that higher education is infrastructure.

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