Lightspeed Systems

AUGUST 24, 2023

Student welfare, of course, is comprised of many elements, including teaching and learning, student mental health, student safety, and, importantly, student data privacy. While never far from being top of mind for school district leadership and parents, recent news has brought the issue of student data privacy to even greater prominence.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 16, 2024

Choosing Tech That Grows From Your Schooling Into Your Career Starting a career is an exhilarating journey, and in today’s tech-driven world, the technology you choose during your school years can be a foundational step toward your professional tech arsenal. Thus, choosing tech that scales with your growing needs is essential.

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Laptops Smartphone Software Digital Citizenship 368

Edsurge

MARCH 9, 2019

The data privacy landscape looks a lot different than it did even a few years ago. New federal and state laws —and a greater focus on the issue by districts—are giving edtech companies a lot to consider. Know Your Customer Know the variations among jurisdictions and their data privacy standards, and aim for compliance with all.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 18, 2019

CHICAGO—Big Data will save you. Versions of that sales pitch echoed through the cavernous exhibit hall this week at one of the largest trade shows for tech companies selling to colleges. Another exhibit promised “no more silos” in the data that colleges routinely collect in digital form.

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Edsurge

MARCH 7, 2023

Amira is the invention of Amira Learning, a six-year-old edtech company that fuses voice-based artificial intelligence into reading activities, guided by an eponymous AI bot. Other companies with products in the market are Bamboo Learning, Ello and Imagine Learning. “Keep going,” Amira says, softly.

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Technology Assessment Company EdTech 174

Edsurge

MARCH 29, 2024

AI-enhanced learning analytics provide more comprehensive data analysis, enabling professors to understand student behaviors and needs while identifying at-risk students early in their courses. In this role, Dahlgren aims to leverage the company's talent and technology to support higher education institutions effectively.

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Education Industry Data Course 133

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Our initial goal was to improve the reading support we offered students based on their literacy data, specifically in the area of foundational skills. We were collecting data from a variety of assessments, but the interventions we were using just weren’t showing that students were making consistent progress as readers.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Discovery Education this month acquired DreamBox Learning , a PK-12 education technology provider serving more than 6 million students and 600,000 educators nationwide. SchoolStatus will acquire ClassTag in its entirety, including its operations and technology.

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Data Adaptive Learning Company Assessment 94

edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

From local to federal governments, insurance companies to funding organizations, schools and districts are subject to any number of cybersecurity regulations. Understand what kind of data you collect. This includes not just students and staff but if you’re getting data from families, the community, etc.

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Data System Assessment Professional Learning 92

EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 31, 2019

Why K–12 Districts Should Use HCI to Improve Their Data Centers. K–12 schools need powerful data centers now more than ever as their infrastructures feel the increasing weight of new technology integrations, data analytics initiatives and the rising number of personalized devices. eli.zimmerman_9856.

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edWeb.net

AUGUST 12, 2021

After the sudden switch to remote and hybrid learning models at the start of the pandemic, the use of online tools and resources may seem like less of a concern now, but ensuring that students’ data remains protected is still a priority, especially as it is a federal requirement. Complying with Federal Regulations.

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Data Student Data Privacy Software Internet Safety 97

The Hechinger Report

FEBRUARY 25, 2023

Magilke qualified for a government grant to go back to school, she was told, at a place the center suggested: an online company called MedCerts. She asked MedCerts for help finding a clinical training placement, but said she was told the company could not help. She tried going back to the local career center, too.

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Edsurge

MAY 23, 2017

Over 500 education technologists from companies and districts gathered last week in Denver for the IMS Learning Impact meeting , hosted by the IMS Global Consortium. This annual event aims to accelerate the development and adoption of data standards that allow technologies used in schools to “talk” to one another.

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Data EdTech Meeting Blended Learning 116

Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning and cloud computing are transforming businesses. Demand has grown for individuals with the knowledge and skills to meet their needs. Students can’t go wrong with future careers in information technology and computer science. Cloud computing has become a must-have.

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Robotics Industry Data Digital Citizenship 274

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

based firm will invest in early-stage startups building solutions in financial technology and the future of work—the latter of which includes services that offer alternative postsecondary education pathways, reduce financial barriers to learning, leverage data for academic success, and provide reskilling opportunities for adult learners.

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The Hechinger Report

MAY 20, 2020

Examples from The Hechinger Report’s collection of misleading research claims touted by ed tech companies. All three of these companies try to hook prospective users with claims on their websites about their products’ effectiveness. Some companies are trying to gain a foothold in a crowded market. Video: Sarah Butrymowicz.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

Promethean® , a leading global education technology company, today at TCEA 2021 announced its ClassFlow platform had received iKeepSafe certification renewal. The certifications for FERPA, COPPA, and California (Student Privacy – CSPC) mean that ClassFlow has been assessed by iKeepSafe and meets iKeepSafe’s rigorous standards.

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Student Data Privacy Data Software Assessment 115

Edsurge

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Then the penny dropped: When Huang realized how hard it was to find the insights she needed, she stopped interviewing and decided to do something about it by starting a company called Fairygodboss. In September, Google picked Fairygodboss to be one of a dozen companies to take part in its first accelerator program for women founders.

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Data Company Industry Handbook 143

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

The funding will be used to add more world-class professionals to Ignite’s leadership team, invest in its technology platform, and enable the company to scale its program to meet accelerating demand from schools and districts nationwide. The Ignite!

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Meeting Kaplan Differentiated Instruction Company 95

Neo LMS

JULY 29, 2021

Despite claims that technology is negatively affecting learning schedules, edtech is a valuable tool for students. With this understanding, the edtech industry should ensure that technology and remote learning are essential aspects of PD (professional development). Provide technology for effective teaching and learning.

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EdTech Education Industry Digital Divide 389

User Generated Education

APRIL 9, 2022

Evaluate competing design solutions using a systematic process to determine how well they meet the criteria and constraints of the problem. Develop a model to generate data for iterative testing and modification of a proposed object, tool, or process such that an optimal design can be achieved ( [link] ). Students: 1.4.a.

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STEM Common Core Data Meeting 348

The Hechinger Report

JULY 2, 2021

That kind of recruiting was a relatively new solution for IBM and other companies that generally require bachelor’s degrees for entry-level white-collar workers. It feels like we’re the kids of the company,” said Haruza, now 27. Bridget Gainer, Aon’s chief commercial officer, said the company is stronger for it.

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Company Training Industry Dropout 138

The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 19, 2023

Some Background on AI Chatbots Chat GPT’s Data Set Has a “Before Date” First of all, when we talk about chatbots in particular, remember that their data set is 2021 and earlier. AI Action #2: Real-World Data for a Spreadsheet Lesson Second, I teach a lot with Excel spreadsheets and I'm always looking for real world data.

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Classroom Data Tools Software 383

Securly

APRIL 2, 2024

In the opportunity column, innovative AI tools for schools can automate data collection and analysis, personalize student learning, and take on tedious administrative tasks. Beyond its impact on academic integrity, AI use in schools also raises issues about student data privacy and digital citizenship. Enter AI Chat for Securly Filter.

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Student Data Privacy Digital Citizenship Data Policies 130

eSchool News

AUGUST 29, 2023

DALLAS, Texas – BookmarkED , the industry-first technology solution to personalize libraries with parental choice, has announced its official launch in Texas. We are driven to first empower Texas school districts with this technology, and then move to a national level,” said Steve Wandler, CEO and Co-Founder of BookmarkED.

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Libraries Industry Technology Data 84

Edsurge

AUGUST 22, 2017

Since 2005, Y Combinator has funded 1,430 companies and nearly 3,500 founders. featured 124 companies from 18 countries—marking the largest class in the accelerator’s history. featured 124 companies from 18 countries—marking the largest class in the accelerator’s history. Michael Seibel (@mwseibel) August 21, 2017.

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Meeting Technology Company Education 109

Edsurge

MARCH 18, 2024

Today, the use of this technology in education settings is underway, and states are even beginning to release guidance on how to navigate AI in schools. Celia Stokes Stokes shared that her company is already guided by a slow, thoughtful approach. “We What source data is being used?

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Education Robotics iPhone Guidelines 202

Digital Promise

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

We believe technology can play an important role in adult education and family literacy by providing, at a minimum, anytime, anywhere access. In our work over the last two years, we’ve been heartened by the efforts we see around technology and adult education. More programs looking to adopt technology. Momentum is building!

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Technology EdTech Mobility Mobile Learning 184

eSchool News

AUGUST 17, 2022

BEAVERTON, Oregon, August 17, 2022 — Vernier Software & Technology has changed its name to Vernier Science Education. This new name reflects the company’s commitment to provide educators with the tools they need to engage all students with hands-on, socially relevant STEM education and build a STEM-literate society.

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Software Technology STEM Education 84

eSchool News

MARCH 20, 2024

Now they ask teachers to check the tool’s data privacy policy and age requirements when making a request, so they have a better understanding of why a tool is—or isn’t—a good fit. Funds they have come to rely on for staffing and technology will end in September if not allotted. (If Lately, though, the district has flipped the script.

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EdTech Assessment Policies Data 115

eSchool News

MARCH 15, 2024

Some believe that leveraging the right technology is one of the best ways to support students during PBL activities. Using technology, students can communicate and collaborate in so many new ways. In Google Sheets, the Explore feature can also be used to analyze data for projects using machine learning technology.

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EdTech Microsoft Google Company 124

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2023

Epson, the number-one selling projector brand worldwide, 1 today announced the new PowerLite ® L570U , L770U and L775U are now available, adding 4K Enhancement Technology 2 and PixAlign Camera support to the compact and portable PowerLite L line up. LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. Additional features: Streamlined installation – wide lens shift, 1.6x

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Epson Technology Meeting Microsoft 91

Neo LMS

JULY 31, 2018

How can you ensure that your courses meet expectations? The answer is Big Data. Generally speaking, Big Data is the collection of large sets of data. In this case, the data comes from a learning context and can be algorithmically analyzed for trends and patterns. Leveraging big data in a learning context.

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Outcomes Data Analysis LMS 150

The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 18, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter In this episode, we welcome Billy Krakower, a nationally recognized educator with 16 years of experience and a passion for bringing technology and creativity into the classroom. How to Use Data Driven Instruction in the. Now, let's talk about creativity.

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EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 27, 2019

As noted by MIT Technology Review , the rapid development and uptake of AI solutions has created an environment where companies may “obfuscate and oversell” AI abilities even as organizations race to implement new solutions and keep up with the competition. AI in schools can help acclimate students to the pace of technological change.

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Education EdTech Data Outcomes 399

Digital Promise

MAY 28, 2021

However, the VILS initiative provides devices (iPads or Chromebooks) with monthly data plans—which increased from 10GB to 30GB during the pandemic—to every student and teacher within its network, so the schools were well-positioned for a smoother transition than most.

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Digital Divide Learning Chromebook Professional Learning 318

The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 23, 2022

Many discuss “learning gaps” (a debatable term, yet we teachers see differences between our students and sometimes struggle to meet each unique learner’s needs). First, students based on their abilities using district data (NWEA or STAR data) or the built-in pre-assessment. Sign up for Your Free eSpark Account.

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