Graphite Blog

MAY 16, 2015

I spoke with Rachelle Wooten , a Graphite certified educator and digital learning specialist at Fort Settlement Middle School in Texas. As a digital learning specialist, I am passionate about helping teachers find just the right tool to help them reach and teach each of their students. See her tips and favorites below!

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 22, 2015

North Carolina’s brand new Digital Learning Plan is generating buzz in schools and at the capitol. Here’s what other states can learn. Like every state, educators in North Carolina are struggling with complex demands around digital learning.

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EdTechSandyK

JUNE 24, 2012

They gave an overview of how Belton began experimenting with BYOD and small 1:1 implementations over the past two years, culminating in opening a brand new middle school (grades 6-8) with 1:1 iPads for students in the 2011-2012 school year. Lessons Learned from and Tips for 1:1 Implementations Staff Development is KEY!!!

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RafranzDavis.com

JANUARY 5, 2016

In my school district, our professional and digital learning department is barely around 7 months old. To give some background, our district is a BYOD district and has only been such for about two years. This month, we are focusing on active planning with teachers and thinking beyond the tools.

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Baker's B.Y.O.D.

AUGUST 19, 2012

Now that the digital revolution is in full swing, I am trying to devise means for moving to a paperless and digital classroom while facing the following challenges: Availability of technology: there is a reason why I''m focused on BYOD with this blog; I do not teach in a 1:1 district. How can resources be adapted to BYOD?

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 27, 2018

Over the years we have seen more embracement of Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) and 1:1 device rollouts. The USDOE’s Office of Educational Technology places emphasis on students and educators having access to a robust and comprehensive infrastructure when and where they need it for learning. Powerful learning devices.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 1, 2018

This technology allows students and staff to access multiple applications and resources with a single username and password. Nguyen talked with EdSurge about how to support schools with bring your own device (BYOD) programs, why SSO boosts security, and how it saves his teachers 2500 hours of instruction time each month.

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RafranzDavis.com

OCTOBER 5, 2015

Both services have extensive educator resources available with my favorite being Discovery Education’s Spotlight on Strategies as it gives teachers immediate and actionable uses of media in the classroom. Take full advantage of applicable resources! Dynamic Content only matters if teachers and students know about it and how to use it.

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techlearning

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Join us to learn how to plan and execute an instructional technology strategy that supports your digital learning needs.

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Education Superhighway

JUNE 14, 2019

With technology playing a pivotal role in creating incredible learning opportunities for America’s students, it’s vital that every classroom has the bandwidth needed to access media-rich educational tools and implement digital learning. The Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) trend puts new requirements onto networks.

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techlearning

JULY 18, 2018

FREE Webinar | September 13, 2018 | 3:00 PM EDT Join us to learn how to plan and execute an instructional technology strategy that supports your digital learning needs.

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Education Superhighway

AUGUST 8, 2017

Those needs often differ based on your school’s location, number of students, and digital learning curriculum, so it’s useful to start with some broadband best practices as you build your school’s digital future. Build with Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) in mind.

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Education Superhighway

AUGUST 8, 2017

Those needs often differ based on your school’s location, number of students, and digital learning curriculum, so it’s useful to start with some broadband best practices as you build your school’s digital future. Build with Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) in mind.

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eSchool News

MAY 3, 2015

Is Your School District’s Network Prepared for 21st Century Digital Learning? Build and deploy a consistent network infrastructure that supports BYOD/1:1, Common Core and online testing, advanced multimedia requirements, improves network flexibility, and supports specialized education requirements.

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eSchool News

MAY 20, 2015

Mobile-responsive resource supports BYOD and one-to-one initiatives. Gale, a part of Cengage Learning, has launched Research In Context, a new online resource geared specifically to middle school students. Next page: Features and highlights of the new research tool.

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BYOT Network

JUNE 13, 2016

Utilize Student Expertise – Once students have mastered a standard, they can develop materials and resources to teach other students that concept. Many students may know how to use the technology in the classroom better than their teachers, but they might not know how to learn with that technology.

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The PL2C Blog

MAY 2, 2018

It has allowed me to grow from a timid first-year media coordinator to a confident innovation facilitator, leading a pilot that is changing the role of media coordinators in my district to formally include the role of a digital learning coach. I also manage our 1:1 and BYOD initiatives in my school. Comment below! Alicia Ray.

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techlearning

JUNE 21, 2018

Network switches and routers, as well as classroom wifi equipment, represent approximately 63 percent of total Category Two demand: HOW TO GET IT As states and districts update technology resources, it may seem that the needs overwhelm resources. What resources are presently available in schools, and how are they distributed?

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techlearning

JULY 6, 2018

In my role as Discovery Education’s Senior Vice President of National Partnerships, I’ve had the pleasure of working closely with some of the most innovative administrators in K-12 education as they’ve transitioned their school districts to dynamic digital learning environments. Time is an educators’ most valued resource.

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Graphite Blog

APRIL 14, 2017

Improving the way students learn using technology requires more than just high-quality instructional resources like lessons and facilitation guides. It requires creating a culture of digital citizenship that involves students, faculty, and parents -- a whole-community approach. How can schools get started?

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Graphite Blog

JUNE 26, 2015

This is the first in a series of posts that examine how schools and districts are planning for and implementing digital learning efforts. By signing, school leaders committed to working with teachers, families, and community members to transition their districts to "personalized, digital learning.". July 23, 2 p.m.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JUNE 24, 2015

Wednesday, June 24th at 4pm edWeb Webinar: Are You Ready for BYOD? Have you been thinking about BYOD (Bring Your Own Device)? Are you ready to learn more? Rachelle facilitates the BYOD training in her district and has developed her own model: R.E.A.D.I.E.E to help teachers be Ready for BYOD. Register to view here.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JUNE 15, 2015

Wednesday, June 24th at 4pm edWeb Webinar: Are You Ready for BYOD? Have you been thinking about BYOD (Bring Your Own Device)? Are you ready to learn more? Rachelle facilitates the BYOD training in her district and has developed her own model: R.E.A.D.I.E.E to help teachers be Ready for BYOD. Register to view here.

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BYOT Network

JUNE 13, 2016

Utilize Student Expertise – Once students have mastered a standard, they can develop materials and resources to teach other students that concept. Many students may know how to use the technology in the classroom better than their teachers, but they might not know how to learn with that technology.

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eSchool News

JUNE 14, 2016

“As our district was transitioning to digital content, it was critical to conduct a needs assessment early in the program planning and development process,” said Kahle Charles, the executive director of of assessment, curriculum and instruction at Saint Vrain Valley Schools (CO). The survey was created for them.”.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

SEPTEMBER 26, 2013

educators are taking to social media to share best practices and experiences and create new, more dynamic digital learning communities. From Twitter to Facebook and Pinterest to Vine (hey--what about Classroom 2.0 ?!), Sam Chaudhary, Jane Nelsen, Jeanne Poduska, and Marsha Ratzel work with you late into the night.'

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techlearning

JULY 27, 2018

BARCO WICS-2100 ( WWW.BARCO.COM ) wePresent’s WiCS-2100 is a simple to use wireless presentation collaboration solution that allows presentation, interaction, and collaboration between users with any BYOD device. Judges liked the moderation and control features, the Chromecast and AirPlay integration, and the BYOD functionality.

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Lightspeed Systems

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Comprehensive web content filtering is mission-critical to effective digital learning, particularly since schools have provided devices to students for learning. Information Technology resources, though—both time and money—are in increasingly short supply.

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Lightspeed Systems

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Comprehensive web content filtering is mission-critical to effective digital learning, particularly since schools have provided devices to students for learning. Information Technology resources, though—both time and money—are in increasingly short supply.

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edWeb.net

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Moore says that before any rollout of sustainable and effective professional learning, there are four factors that school leaders must consider. Gaddis explained how Wake County focused their professional learning by first identifying three groups: teachers, leadership, and school library media coordinators.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

All conversations start with why: Get all constituents involved from the beginning—even students and teachers—as to how the schools might adopt digital learning. CoSN provides thought leadership resources, community, best practices and advocacy tools to help leaders succeed in the digital transformation.

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Edsurge

JUNE 25, 2016

In the report published last week by the Stanford Center for Opportunity Policy in Education , Professor Linda Darling-Hammond and I summarized research findings about the conditions and practices that support positive outcomes of technology use and digital learning experiences for underserved, under-resourced, and underprepared students.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

Teaching and Learning. Cybersecurity and cyber safety impacts teaching and learning, especially in this era of digital learning. Matt is transforming Lakota through the use of open educational resources and balanced learning, along with emphasizing student and teacher voice through innovation.

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edWeb.net

AUGUST 19, 2021

Strong support from the board meant the districts had the resources (people, money, and time) as well as the mandate to ensure digital equity. At Santa Fe, they focused their efforts and resources on innovators and early adopters—people who were willing to do the change. Leadership. Dr. Ryan has a Ph.D.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

And depending on their background and experience, not everyone is supportive of tech-infused learning. Yet, 1:1 classrooms, BYOD, and tech-supported education are today’s reality. Super-Connected is a free professional learning community on edWeb.net for school superintendents, district leadership, and aspiring district leaders.

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techlearning

MARCH 23, 2018

As they go “all-in” on digital learning, schools are demanding more from their networks. The shift to personalized and inquiry-based learning not only engages students more effectively, it depends on efficient technology. For them, untethered digital learning is fundamental for future success.

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EdTechTeam

MAY 20, 2020

Passionate leaders are resourceful. . Currently, Natasha is a Digital Learning Specialist for Atlanta Public Schools. She is ecstatic to lead the work as we transition into 21st century classrooms through blended learning opportunities, BYOD, professional learning for instructional technology and digitally connected classrooms.

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