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Broadband Provides More Equitable Access to Education and Workforce Preparation

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Digital learning not only plays a crucial role in preparing today’s students for the jobs of tomorrow, it also has an important role in providing equity and access to education, especially in smaller and remote school districts. Broadband’s Big Picture. About the Presenter. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING.

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Moving Beyond Word Processing, Presenting, and Online Research

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And yet, with all this access, our data show that students are stuck at using their devices for word processing, presenting and online research. We agree we want students to develop these skills, but by themselves they don’t justify our investments in learning technology and connectivity. Edited with BlogPad Pro.

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Moving Beyond Word Processing, Presenting, and Online Research

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And yet, with all this access, our data show that students are stuck at using their devices for word processing, presenting and online research. We agree we want students to develop these skills, but by themselves they don’t justify our investments in learning technology and connectivity. Edited with BlogPad Pro.

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The Challenges of Broadband Access in Rural Schools

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Rural school districts face many unique trials, and access to educational technology is no different. During the edWebinar “ Technology in Rural Schools: Leading with Why,” the presenters discussed how they overcame challenges and helped the community understand the value of tech in schools.

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State Leadership Working Towards Broadband Access for All

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If the workday of an adult typically requires seamless broadband access, then it’s reasonable that today’s students need the same access during their school day. The key is the state leadership to make broadband accessible to all. About the Presenters. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING.

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Celebrating ConnectED’s Achievements Toward Transforming Education

Digital Promise

Since President Obama’s ConnectED announcement in 2013 in Mooresville, NC , there has been more than $10 billion committed as part of the five-year program to transform American education. These commitments are connecting 20 million more students to next-generation broadband and wireless. Here are just a few of their stories.

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Going to a Tech Conference? Make Sure to Focus on What Matters.

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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. The same types of equity questions that can be used to choose a session can also be asked of presenters during sessions.