eSchool News

OCTOBER 31, 2017

What (and who) is E-rate? E-rate is a US Federal Program for funding telecom and technology in K-12 schools and Libraries. A division of USAC responsible for the day-to-day implementation of the E-rate Program. Where do I go to apply for E-rate? Is my district or facility eligible for E-rate?

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E-rate Libraries BYOD Company 41

Neo LMS

JANUARY 8, 2016

E-learning, for some, can be boring if they just stick to the “rules”. You know like, not expanding the already-existing e-learning concepts and techniques instructors and educators already know. Smartphones and tablets in classrooms can be used to enhance collaboration between students. They’re virtually ubiquitous.

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BYOD E-rate Khan Academy LMS 150

Education Superhighway

JANUARY 2, 2020

Originally built to support administrative needs, the wireless network performed worse than expected during the district’s bring-your-own-device (BYOD) program rollout earlier that year. Kim and the district leadership team began strategically using E-rate Category 2 funds for the Wi-Fi network upgrade. Steps to success.

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Digital Learning E-rate BYOD Secondary 93

EdTech Magazine

MARCH 13, 2018

IT leaders say they use funds from the E-rate program and delay replacement or defer maintenance/upgrade contracts as a strategy to overcome budget issues. Integrating technology into the classroom continues to be the most understaffed IT function. Others plan to use grants or reduce their technology purchases.

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Broadband Survey E-rate BYOD 187

Securly

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

Now, we know that edtech has been proven to improve test scores and overall classroom engagement. “There will be more momentum for mobile devices in classrooms with an eye toward affordable alternatives to traditional 1:1 rollouts.” In order to receive this funding, each district must submit a digital classroom plan.

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Neo LMS

APRIL 4, 2017

This means that sitting still for long periods of time — let alone concentrating in that period — is harder today for youngsters than ever, and also perhaps a contributor to such high rates of ADHD diagnoses. An incorrect seated posture can quickly lead to fatigue, neck and back strains and consequently a decline in focus and comfort.

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Outcomes E-rate Learning BYOD 177

Education Superhighway

APRIL 3, 2018

School board members play an important role in school districts’ ability to improve the level and quality of digital learning opportunities in the classroom. having enough bandwidth to support your district’s in-classroom goals is the foundation for helping your fellow school board members plan your network upgrade.

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