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CoSN 2018: Broadband and Cybersecurity Are Top IT Concerns

EdTech Magazine

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. Twice as many districts that are seeking to create a one-to-one computing environment are providing the device versus using a BYOD strategy. CDW VV2 Strategy.

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The Edtech Revolution: 2010 – 2017

Securly

For some districts, the cost per student quickly became unrealistic to initially implement, leading schools to create alternate strategies. Given that many children were acquiring iPads for personal use, some schools adopted a Bring Your Own Device ( BYOD) Policy. Then there was the iPad.

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FOLLOW THE MONEY: FUNDING INNOVATION

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According to the most recent figures from Funds for Learning, E-Rate applicants nationwide requested almost $748 million in discounts against the purchase of just over $1 billion in Category Two products and services, which are detailed in this chart (right). In making its transition to online assessment, Delaware used this strategy.

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4 Tips for using accessibility features to promote inclusion

Neo LMS

The following tips provide strategies for using technology to create inclusive learning environments. 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. The same strategy could apply to families. All in all.

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Digital Transformation and Innovation in Rural School Districts

edWeb.net

Leveraging new funding opportunities such as E-Rate or ESSER, the superintendents faced with unique challenges used the funding sources thoughtfully. For 16 years Ann led the district team that provided professional development on technology and 21st century instructional strategies to 4,000 educators serving 50,000 students.