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The looming threat that could worsen the digital divide

eSchool News

Key points: Without continued funding, schools and libraries may struggle to maintain or upgrade technological infrastructure See article: 3 ways the E-rate program helps level up learning See article: Will cybersecurity receive E-rate funding?

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Characteristics of The 21st Century Classroom

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

When I embarked on my teaching journey back in 2003, the landscape of the classroom was quite different from what we see today. As I ponder these changes, I find it both fascinating and essential to articulate the characteristics that now define a modern classroom. The concept of a 21st-century classroom has evolved significantly.

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Understanding the legal implications of using web filters in K-12 schools

Hapara

With filtering and blocking software becoming a mainstay in public education institutions, it is important to understand the legal implications of these tools. This is increasingly important as school 1:1 device use becomes more common in classrooms with younger learners.

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How Students Respond to Digital Media in the Classroom

EdTech4Beginners

Gone are the chalkboards and allergy-inducing erasers of old classrooms. Opponents argue digital media is distracting and can worsen classroom performance — but others believe forbidding digital media could hinder the performance of students who learn better with technology. Why Digital Media Matters in the Modern Classroom.

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What Gartner’s Top Tech Trends for 2019 Mean for Education

EdTech Magazine

As K–12 schools continue their E-rate processes for 2019, districts should be considering what tools are worth investing in to provide their students with the best outcomes in the coming year. . Digital transformation in schools is already happening at a rapid rate, and there seems to be no sign of slowing down.

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Content Monitoring Tools Help K–12 IT Officials Patrol Internet Boundaries

EdTech Magazine

In education, software programs lend a helping hand just about everywhere, from device ­management to digital learning. Some schools even rely on ­software to save lives. The district also uses GoGuardian Teacher for classroom management. Content Monitoring Tools Help K–12 IT Officials Patrol Internet Boundaries.

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How digital equity enhances cybersecurity in schools

eSchool News

Digital equity in the classroom goes far beyond the need to deliver internet connectivity and devices. Related : 3 ways the E-rate program helps level up learning Growing ransomware threats require maximum data protection.

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