Edsurge

MAY 23, 2023

When it comes to getting access to the latest scholarly articles, there’s a stark digital divide. Pirates are the open access movement's best friend, but of course we can't say that in polite company. How is this impacting attempts at legal open access efforts?

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Accessibility Digital Divide Wiki Industry 150

Edsurge

JANUARY 24, 2022

Folks in the crypto space are questioning whether industries can be reimagined to operate in ways that are “less extractive, and more community-owned,” Allen says. The metaverse should probably reference them,” says Patel, who previously held positions at workforce-training companies Thinkful, On Deck and Maven. and between the U.S.

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Education Groups Robotics Course 175

The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 6, 2023

D-ID – Digital people text to video Prof Jim – AI text to video to add to lessons Speaker Bios as Submitted Dan Fitzpatrick Dan Fitzpatrick is the author of The AI Classroom: The Ultimate Guide to Artificial Intelligence in Education. So, for example, I know of an ed tech company in the U.K. Yeah, I think we'll solve it.

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Classroom Tools Data Twitter 425

eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

Here’s what they had to say: Text-based AI interfaces provide an opportunity to help close the digital divide…and avoid an impending AI divide. Although AI is not new in other industries, it’s still an emerging trend in education and we are finally allowing ourselves a glimpse of hope, skepticism and wonderment.

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Trends EdTech Industry Data 143

TeacherCast

JANUARY 1, 2016

The company has developed a number of sophisticated software programs and mobile apps designed to encourage greater customization in education. It offers some innovative e-learning services for K-12, higher education and private industry. Possibly that situation will change permanently in 2016.

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Technology LMS Classroom Trends 68

The Hechinger Report

NOVEMBER 27, 2017

From that dilemma was born the idea for a self-brewing canister, styled like the metal water bottles you see everywhere, and the start-up OurGlass, a company that produces tea brewers for people on the go (or for those who don’t want to die in their video game for tea). There has to be a solution.’”. The students, he says, will do the rest.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 6, 2017

Big data, open spaces, employability, utilizing maker movements, balancing innovation and accountability, privacy, collaboration, closing the digital divide, personalized learning, and navigating the hostile political climate were just a few of the concerns the audience members brought up.

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EdTech Robotics Maker Movement Conference 60

The Hechinger Report

AUGUST 17, 2016

I tell her about what I do and how my company addresses society’s need to educate citizens for millions of unfilled jobs — in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) jobs, as well as jobs in computing. Maria, the woman sitting next to me on my flight from New York to Austin, is playing with her daughter, Monica, on her lap.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 5, 2024

Here’s what they had to say: Text-based AI interfaces provide an opportunity to help close the digital divide…and avoid an impending AI divide. Although AI is not new in other industries, it’s still an emerging trend in education and we are finally allowing ourselves a glimpse of hope, skepticism and wonderment.

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Trends EdTech Industry Data 52

eSchool News

JANUARY 8, 2022

In this role, Felix will spearhead business development and account management for Kajeet’s global education customers, further bolstering its mission of closing the digital divide in education and beyond.

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Industry Digital Divide Mobility Education 70

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Teachers need appropriate training and support to effectively leverage AI, and concerns about the digital divide may arise, particularly in schools with limited resources. Stakeholders across industries should invest in collaborative initiatives.

Education 52

Education Adaptive Learning Personalized Learning Gamification 52

edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

a managing member of the Broadband Law Group, said there is “a lot going on at the state level with digital equity and getting the right connectivity.” is one of the nation’s leading experts in E-rate and is passionate in her work to close the digital divide. Cynthia Schultz, Esq., Cynthia Schultz, Esq.

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edWeb.net

MAY 1, 2019

By providing these examples of state leadership to support technology in education, though, states can work towards bridging the digital divide. In 2018, ENA joined forces with a company who share ENA’s same vision and passion for delivering excellence—CatchOn. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING.

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Broadband Accessibility E-rate Mobility 41

MindShift

SEPTEMBER 14, 2015

In an industry with no fewer than 30 learn-to-code platforms aimed at kids and nationwide learn-to-code initiatives , it’s worth questioning: Why we aren’t seeing a similar push for innovative technologies that help address the challenges of English language learning? This raises an important question: Why? Ed Tech’s Role.

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Industry Tools Digital Divide Resources 28

edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 24, 2024

When “families can speak in their native tongue, they feel more connected to school—no longer a guest, but part owner, like they have stock in the company,” said Dr. Van Heukelum. Using valid research and industry expertise, including pros outside of education, helps best shape the narrative and get people on board, said Dr. Louters.

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Advocacy Education Learning Digital Divide 102

The Hechinger Report

APRIL 10, 2024

He and others argue that AI has the potential to shake up the student testing industry , which has evolved little for decades and which critics say too often falls short of evaluating students’ true knowledge. But they also warn that the use of AI in assessments carries risks. There’s also the issue of bias embedded in many AI tools.

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Assessment Digital Divide Pearson Broadband 118

eSchool News

AUGUST 14, 2023

Companies are encouraged to nominate the schools and districts using their products and services–this offers a chance to share success stories and impart valuable lessons learned with the education community. Finally, across ninth and tenth graders, those who completed at least 16 skills increased 5.4 NWEA MAP points on average.

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Edmentum Digital Divide Professional Learning Industry 81

edWeb.net

JUNE 2, 2021

There are opportunities here for assessment companies. Districts must use the money on evidence-based programs that help stem learning loss, close the digital divide, and address social and emotional learning needs. Arc clients and portfolio companies provide products generating over a billion dollars a year worldwide.

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Education Industry STEM Digital Divide 97

eSchool News

OCTOBER 1, 2021

This new agreement marks an exciting milestone in Kajeet’s growth and furthers our mission to close the digital divide through secure, controlled and reliable internet connectivity.”. Neal, chairman, CEO and founder of Kajeet. To learn more about Kajeet’s suite of education solutions, visit [link]. About UScellular Business.

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Education Digital Divide Software Broadband 52

eSchool News

MARCH 13, 2024

And this creates a digital divide between those who can afford it and those who cannot. So, unless, the way I see it, you have to get other outside [funding and support] sources such as tech companies and other companies, grants, donations, but outside of that, the funding is not there. That’s what this is designed to do.

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Chromebook Robotics Elementary Training 122

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Cleveland recognized the need and became a strong advocate for Hazel Health, a telehealth company that provides mental health services to students at no cost to families. The AI LAB is designed to allow students to work in different stations such as: Humanoid Robotics, Industry 4.0, Smart transportation, and VR, among others.

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Education Advocacy EdTech Elementary 126

Doug Levin

MARCH 19, 2017

Do you know that feeling when you are told your questions about student privacy are unfounded by a representative of a company that earns 86% of its total revenue from advertising? The partnership aims to bridge the digital divide in Pittsburg by offering parents refurbished computers free of charge.

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Evelyn Learning

JUNE 7, 2023

Bill Gates dropped out of college at the age of 20 and made a revolutionizing company, “Microsoft”. In our January’s Industry Discussion, “How to Make Education Equitable and Affordable” , we got an amazing opportunity to invite and interact with brilliant speakers, Dr. Danny Barnes, Dr. Audrey Peek, and Lucas Kavlie. Dr. Danny Barnes.

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How To Secondary Education E-rate 40

Neo LMS

FEBRUARY 13, 2018

A blogger , speaker, author, technology advocate and prominent voice in social media, Rafranz Davis aims to bridge the digital divide in schools. She is the winner of ISTE’s Outstanding Leadership Award 2017 and holds many other industry distinctions, including a Microsoft Innovative Education Expert and Global Minecraft Mentor.

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EdTech E-rate Trends Microsoft 150

eSchool News

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Moving beyond the tradition of looking for employees at university graduation days may provide a glimpse into how we can simplify job transfers between private industry and public education and provide more opportunities for non-traditional paths into education careers. Speak to those who have spent a lifetime in and out of education.

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EdTech Learning Industry Data 73

Edsurge

APRIL 18, 2018

Women entrepreneurs made up more than a third of the presenting companies. Learn Capital is closing on a seed investment vehicle dubbed “ LearnStart ,” which has already invested in a Finnish company, 3DBear. One of its investments announced this week is in Aula , a London-based company that just closed a $4.2

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Kaplan Company EdTech Industry 95

Doug Levin

MARCH 26, 2017

Tagged on: March 25, 2017 Lower-income Americans still lag in tech adoption | Pew Research Center → Even as many aspects of the digital divide have narrowed over time, the digital lives of lower- and higher-income Americans remain markedly different. This is ALSO true for edtech.

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Doug Levin

MARCH 26, 2017

Tagged on: March 25, 2017 Lower-income Americans still lag in tech adoption | Pew Research Center → Even as many aspects of the digital divide have narrowed over time, the digital lives of lower- and higher-income Americans remain markedly different. This is ALSO true for edtech.

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EdTech Symantec Facebook Data 150

eSchool News

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Not surprisingly, many of this year’s Top 10 focused on innovative ways to engage students, digital resources, and online and hybrid learning strategies related to post-pandemic teaching. This year’s 6th most-read story focuses on the predictions educators and industry experts made for learning in 2022.

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EdTech Data Classroom Accessibility 114

Hack Education

OCTOBER 27, 2017

” Challenging forced arbitration clauses has been one way the CFPB has taken on the student loan industry. Via Buzzfeed : “A Close Ally Of Mike Pence Is Helping The Shady Student Debt Relief Industry.” No disclosure in this or its Class Central article that it shares investors with these MOOC companies.).

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The Hechinger Report

JANUARY 21, 2017

Greeley offers a lens into how wide the digital divide in the US has become, how much it is contributing to a two-tiered society, and, perhaps most important, whether it can be bridged – something that will be crucial to keeping the country competitive in the global economy of tomorrow. Nor is he the only one on a digital crusade.

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Laptops Digital Divide Software Blended Learning 40

Hack Education

DECEMBER 30, 2019

Without revenue the company will go away. Or the company will have to start charging for the software. Or it will raise a bunch of venture capital to support its “free” offering for a while, and then the company will get acquired and the product will go away. And “free” doesn’t last. 3D Printing. I know, I know.

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Pearson MOOC Company Software 145

Hack Education

JULY 14, 2017

” Via ProPublica : “ Trump Has Secretive Teams to Roll Back Regulations , Led by Hires With Deep Industry Ties.” What The Oil Industry Teaches Oklahoma Students.” ” Via The New York Times : “In Blow to Tech Industry, Trump Shelves Start-Up Immigrant Rule.” Harder for Foreign Students.”

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Education Pearson Report Robotics 45

Hack Education

FEBRUARY 17, 2017

Via WaPo : “The FCC talks the talk on the digital divide – and then walks in the other direction.” Bridget Foster has been named the head of the SIIA’s ed-tech association, the Education Technology Industry Network. No mention that these are backed by big companies and venture capitalists.

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Education Company MOOC Khan Academy 45

Hack Education

MARCH 8, 2017

The FCC plays a particularly important role in regulating the telecommunications industry, and as such, it has provided oversight for the various technologies long touted as “revolutionizing” education – radio, television , the Internet.

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E-rate Digital Divide Broadband Libraries 49

Hack Education

JUNE 10, 2016

the Virginia company at the heart of the operation.” Here’s the EdWeek headline: “ Company Exec. for Ed-Tech Company Testifies in Ala. ” Gee, good thing no one else in ed-tech is in the business of selling these sorts of connections between companies and politicians and schools! ” Ugh.

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Education MOOC Company Report 48

Hack Education

DECEMBER 20, 2016

” Money and data – they’re intertwined for technology companies – are monopolized in a handful of corporate giants. The technology industry – its products and its politics – furthers inequality, particularly in its own backyard in the Bay Area.

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Technology Education Pearson Company 40