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E-Rate Survival FAQs

eSchool News

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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What do educators want from E-rate? Voice service, more C2 funding

eSchool News

Eighty-six percent of E-rate applicants participating in a recent survey said they are concerned about the Federal Communication Commission’s phase-out of support for voice service, according to recent data. Forty-eight percent of applicants surveyed have some type of one-to-one or BYOD initiative. billion.

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How to make your school IT budget go further

Vizor

Leverage E-rate, Title I, and other federal & state funds Make sure you take advantage of various funding sources available for technology in education. E-rate is a federal program that provides discounts on internet access and telecommunications services for schools.

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4 Tips for using accessibility features to promote inclusion

Neo LMS

Read more: How to create accessible e-learning design. Between 1:1 device initiatives and BYOD programs , most students have equal access to technology resources. While built-in accessibility features may not directly increase rates of inclusion, it is one step in a positive direction. Encourage usage. All in all.

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6 Easy ways to make e-learning fun

Neo LMS

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. And it’s not just students who can BYOD, but teachers as well. And just like that, there are many other ways to advance e-learning.

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#Internet4schools: Make Your Voice Heard

A Principal's Reflections

This was an extremely big deal five years ago and ultimately gave us an edge in terms of the many successful initiatives we rolled out including Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) and digital learning across the curriculum. That means that 2 out of every 3 students do not have the high speed internet access they need in their schools.

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How a Wi-Fi network upgrade can pave the way for digital learning

Education Superhighway

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.