eSchool News

JANUARY 18, 2022

“Providing a more equitable future for students everywhere is a top priority at Kajeet and we are thrilled to once again offer a grant opportunity that will help schools and libraries provide critical resources.”. and Canada lack home broadband access, putting a staggering number of school-aged children at a serious learning disadvantage.

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Graphite Blog

MARCH 31, 2020

This shift to technology-mediated teaching and learning puts a spotlight on the homework gap -- the divide between students who have home broadband access and those who do not. Fortunately, a number of organizations offer resources to help with this challenge. These programs also provide resources on how to navigate new digital tools.

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Education Superhighway

SEPTEMBER 12, 2016

Today we joined Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin as she announced the Oklahoma Connect and Learn Initiative , a coordinated effort to bring high-speed broadband and digital learning opportunities to schools across the state. Image source: @GovMaryFallin Twitter.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 10, 2018

Work in rural, agricultural America has seen major disruption from innovative technology, globalization and a shift away from resources like coal and steel. But we know that technology will be an engine of America’s growth for years to come.”. by Eli Zimmerman.

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Tom Murray

JANUARY 12, 2016

Equity in access, from broadband to devices is a concern and something that districts need to work to meet head on. “ Resources: Data Quality Campaign (stat source) & Future of Privacy Forum ). For more content like this, follow Samsung on Insights , EDU Twitter , EDU LinkedIn , YouTube and SlideShare.

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The Web20Classroom

OCTOBER 7, 2016

Access to the internet and digital resources is now easier than than just a few years ago. However for many students there is a struggle to provide that access at home so they can access those digital resources away from the classroom. It’s not like it was back when I was high school when this was a familiar sight.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

The program, NOVA’s first focused effort to create educational resources to teach science communication to teens, grew out of a pilot program during the 2018-2019 academic year in the Boston area that worked with nearly 30 students. The first episode focuses on misinformation about mask usage during the COVID-19 pandemic. About WGBH.

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Buncee

MARCH 29, 2022

The American Library Association (ALA) wants to promote the idea that “libraries are places to get connected to technology by using broadband, computers, and other resources. Learn more about their resources here ! Follow Rachelle on Twitter @Rdene915 and Instagram @Rdene915. A librarian can bring you back the right one.”

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Tom Murray

JUNE 8, 2016

Organize and map the core curriculum, resources, and assessments the district is currently utilizing. In a typical school structure, resource decisions are made in silos based on curriculum area, grade, or building level. Assess and understand current infrastructure and broadband capabilities.

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Edsurge

JUNE 18, 2019

Others celebrate “innovations in teaching” from selective private schools with ample resources and low class sizes, or from public schools in upmarket zip codes, which face few of the obstacles of schools in different neighborhoods. Does the session require broadband access that is not likely to exist in the homes of many students?

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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.” Connect with Regina at on Twitter @reginaschaffer. Innovative Approaches.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 2, 2017

Jared Cotton Twitter: @drjcotton Blog Give students journals, and a chance to fill them Content, Cotton acknowledges, is the fuel for the information economy. Henry County schools have high-speed broadband access and provide iPads to every student in grades three through nine.

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Digital Promise

JANUARY 22, 2016

You can reach her on Twitter at @melissaged. A committed leader in closing the digital learning gap , Devin and his team actively develop innovative ways to provide 24/7 connectivity to students, including hosting conversations with housing developers to advocate for equipping new units with broadband.

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TeachThought - Learn better.

OCTOBER 12, 2015

Technology like tablets PCs, apps, and access to broadband internet are lubricating the shift to mobile learning, but a truly immersive mobile learning environment goes beyond the tools for learning to the lives and communities valued by each individual learner. With mobility comes diversity.

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Educator Innovator

FEBRUARY 24, 2014

The next DLD isn’t until next year, but thanks to social media it’s easy to look back at all the amazing ways kids engaged with digital learning at this year’s event. ( #DLDay even trended on Twitter!). Adapting to these changes takes time, leadership, and above all, resources. DLD put that priority in the spotlight.

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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. Follow her on Twitter @mluhtala. About Mark Ray.

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MindShift

MARCH 26, 2020

Three days to gather online resources so aligned instruction could continue to take place. Just over half of the nation’s public school children are from families considered low-income, and an estimated 12 million lack broadband Internet access at home. Three days to load classes onto an online platform. Imagine that!

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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. You are invited to connect with him on Twitter and share your favorite leadership book at @pj_aiken. Challenges.

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eSchool News

MARCH 28, 2016

This drastically lowers capital and operational expenses to free up budgetary resources for use in other technology learning initiatives. Lower CAPEX and Lower OPEX – EnGenius’ products deliver enterprise-class performance at affordable price points and EnGenius does not charge any licensing or subscription fees.

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eSchool News

JUNE 16, 2022

Many school districts aspire to provide adequate off-campus broadband access to their staff and students. According to the White House , more than 30 million Americans live in areas where broadband infrastructure is unable to provide minimally acceptable speeds. To learn more, visit kajeet.com and follow us on Twitter at @Kajeet.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

OCTOBER 17, 2011

Politics and Policies FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski announced Connect to Compete , a new non-profit initiative that brings private industry and the non-profit sector together to help expand broadband adoption and promote digital literacy. For more information on the initiative, visit Learnwithportals.com.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MARCH 19, 2014

In this webinar, we’ll cover all the valuable resources it offers to support game-based learning. Curating the Best Content for Learning , Spending on education technology is now in the tens of billions dollars as schools push for broadband, computer labs, and 1-to-1 tablets. Check out the resources available here. Details here.

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Educational Technology Guy

MAY 11, 2016

Here are some great free resources from CoSN ( Consortium for School Networking ) that can help you understand the issue, and address it. Follow me on Twitter and Google+. This year has seen a huge increase in attention to "Digital Equity" or the "Digital Divide". This post originally appeared on Educational Technology Guy.

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Doug Levin

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

It’s not you, dear Twitter, it’s me. If you think the cops infiltrated a protest you organized and sifted through your Twitter feed, do you have a right to know about that? Twitter not your thing? I’m having some trust issues and just need some space. I’m not leaving you…at least not just yet.

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Doug Levin

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

It’s not you, dear Twitter, it’s me. If you think the cops infiltrated a protest you organized and sifted through your Twitter feed, do you have a right to know about that? Twitter not your thing? I’m having some trust issues and just need some space. I’m not leaving you…at least not just yet.

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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. You can follow Eileen on Twitter @EileenBelastock.

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Educational Technology Guy

MAY 21, 2012

This is a great resource for teachers and students studying the Great Pyramids in history or engineering classes to be able to explore them online. A broadband internet connection is also strongly recommended. Follow me on Twitter and Google+. free resources History Social Studies'

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 1, 2021

Over the last three years, Kajeet and UScellular have worked to close the homework gap in education for underserved communities that lack adequate access to online resources in 53 communities across 15 states. To learn more, visit kajeet.com and follow us on Twitter at @Kajeet. Kajeet holds 39 U.S. patents in mobile technologies.

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Gaggle Speaks

APRIL 6, 2015

What Good is E-Rate Modernization if Schools Can’t Pay for What’s Connected to Broadband? I love this quote from Sarah McManus, a middle school teacher in Tyler Area, Texas, who said via Twitter, “Finally digging into Google Classroom. Confirmed my belief that no teachers were a part of the design process.”

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Please spread the word and tell people about the Summit forward this email , or post on social media Hashtag: #homelearningsummit Twitter: @homelearnsummit Facebook: @homelearningsummit Instagram: homelearningsummit HERE ARE SOME OF THE TOPICS WE ARE WORKING TO COVER IN THE SUMMIT TALKS, INTERVIEWS, AND OPEN-CHAT TIMES : ADHD and Learning ?

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Schools will continue to invest in mental health resources, and the solutions that gain the most traction will be those that honor the central role that parents play. In 2023, the shortage of therapists, school counselors, and other mental health care workers will result in parents seeking resources that they can implement.

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 23, 2018

In fact, for example, a quarter of the tools are just straight-up research resources , and operational tools are another quarter. . EDTECH: What are some of the changes you've noticed in this year’s collection? RECTANUS: Some things have stayed the same. I think Google is sort of entering that space, whether people realize it or not.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

Under the Obama administration, this office spearheaded efforts around increasing broadband access for schools and libraries, expanding the use of open educational resources through the #GoOpen campaign, and improving teacher preparation programs. Within ED, one of the busiest teams has been the Office of Educational Technology (OET).

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JUNE 10, 2014

You can also follow us on Twitter for weekly updates, conference schedules and activities. Learn about free, research-based curriculum and resources to help teach students safe, responsible, and respectful participants in a digital world, while fostering 21st-century skills and Common Core Standards. Follow us on Twitter #liveclass20.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

surgeon general, took to Twitter to draw the connection between controlling the virus and school reopenings: “3 keys to open schools: low community prevalence of virus (critical), safety precautions.and resources for implementation.” Vivek Murthy, a co-chair of Biden’s COVID-19 task force and a former U.S.

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Doug Levin

SEPTEMBER 18, 2017

And, those most likely to be able to avail themselves of this technique (because of access to expertise, resources, and privilege) are least likely to need the protection it provides. Tagged on: September 13, 2017 Foothill High School's Twitter account hacked, obscene images posted | KTNV. Twitter not your thing?

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Doug Levin

SEPTEMBER 18, 2017

And, those most likely to be able to avail themselves of this technique (because of access to expertise, resources, and privilege) are least likely to need the protection it provides. Tagged on: September 13, 2017 Foothill High School's Twitter account hacked, obscene images posted | KTNV. Twitter not your thing?

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