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Creating Conditions for Powerful Technology Use

Digital Promise

Namely, this was the first formal introduction of competency-based professional learning through micro-credentials in Puerto Rico. Our new case study report highlights the effectiveness and impact of professional learning support for technology integration and use, including competency-based micro-credentials, for educators.

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Report: The way we buy digital instructional materials may need an overhaul

eSchool News

When acquiring digital instructional materials, the cost associated with access to broadband and devices is a pivotal factor. The coordination of state purchasing contracts and the encouragement of consortia purchasing can support the transition to digital as well. The DMAPS site is available here: [link].

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The Challenges of Easy Data Access

edWeb.net

Jena Draper is the founder and general manager at CatchOn, a company designed to support teaching and learning through the smarter use of data and technology. In 2016, she created CatchOn to help districts meet and adapt to changing instructional needs and trends through the use of real-time data and cutting-edge technology.

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Educational Technology Innovations: The Hurdles, Accelerators, and Tech Enablers

edWeb.net

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. These tools include artificial intelligence (AI), untethered broadband and connectivity, and a rich digital ecosystem.

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US Edtech Investments Peak Again With $1.45 Billion Raised in 2018

Edsurge

Source: EdSurge One trend is clear: The dollars invested in the US edtech industry has ticked up steadily since 2011 (considering 2015 as an aberration). On the whole, bigger but fewer deals is a trend common across all U.S. Investment Trends Breaking down the $1.45 In other words, they’re cutting fewer—but bigger—checks.

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Leading Teaching and Learning in Today’s World

edWeb.net

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. The post Leading Teaching and Learning in Today’s World appeared first on edWeb.

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How did edtech impact learning in 2023?

eSchool News

Over the past year, we have seen a trend in districts using ESSER funds to create coaching programs to support their educators. –Karol Górnowicz, CEO, Skriware Innovative technology will increasingly help accelerate professional learning for teachers and coaches alike. Data should drive these decisions.

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