The Web20Classroom

OCTOBER 7, 2016

For schools considering 1:1 initiatives, Bring Your Own Device or other digital rollouts, ensuring that students have access to a high-speed internet connection outside of the school building is key. Access to the internet and digital resources is now easier than than just a few years ago. This may not work for every district.

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Accessibility Digital Divide Broadband Digital Citizenship 239

The Hechinger Report

APRIL 22, 2021

In Washington state, where Navas is the director of the Equity in Education Coalition (EEC), many families either didn’t know how to access the tech support provided by districts and companies like Apple, or didn’t feel comfortable because of language barriers. Finding mental health or health resources?

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Digital Divide Learning Trends Accessibility 94

The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 3, 2021

Helping Children Overcome Depression Using the resources and strategies from this course, you will be able to support your students struggling with depression to help them redirect their thinking and pursue academic success in spite of the challenges they’re facing.

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Course Assessment Online Assessments Strategy 486

Edsurge

MAY 17, 2022

Professors report that students are disengaged , so much so that it’s even hard to get them to take advantage of free support services. Recognition that the digital divide prevents academic progress has prompted colleges to do more to connect students with tech tools. He calls it an “evolution in digital literacy.” “I

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Flipped Classroom Course Digital Divide Trends 204

The Hechinger Report

APRIL 27, 2020

The seminal Coleman Report published in 1966 showed that student outcomes inside the classroom are predicated on their circumstances outside the classroom. Not surprisingly, a family’s financial resources strongly influence the activities they participate in during summer months. Summer has always been a time when gaps get wider.

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Learning Software Digital Divide Broadband 120

The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 6, 2023

Subscribe to the Show Resources in Episode 800 The AI Classroom: The Ultimate Guide to Artificial Intelligence in Education Curipod AI – generate lesson plans and classroom teaching materials using AI “ Prompt Engineering ” – a new term about writing the prompts to get useful and meaningful results from AI tools like ChatGPT.

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Classroom Tools Data Twitter 425

eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2021

This will create a new demand for online tutoring services and I anticipate and hope that more federal resources are allocated to school districts to offer this 1:1 tutoring to students. Reporting dashboards should become more student-focused. Reports in edtech products are often created for teachers or school leaders.

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EdTech Digital Divide Broadband PresenceLearning 139

ExcelinEd

MARCH 27, 2020

Bridging the Digital Divide. Also, many communities , including Palm Beach in Florida , are partnering with local companies to get more than 11,000 digital devices into the hands of students who need them to participate in online classes, as reported by WPEC on March 20. . Resources: . Comcast/Xfinity.

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Accessibility Digital Divide Education Elementary 52

The Hechinger Report

APRIL 28, 2020

Administrators at Dorchester School District Two in suburban Summerville, South Carolina, were well aware of the digital divide when they decided to give students both paper and online resources after shuttering schools because of coronavirus. Credit: Photo courtesy of Katie Crook. public schools.

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Digital Divide Policies Resources Study 145

The Hechinger Report

JUNE 12, 2017

Still in its early stages, this ambitious project relies on a little-known public resource — a slice of electromagnetic spectrum the federal government long ago set aside for schools — called the Educational Broadband Service (EBS). Without internet, these kids are now disadvantaged two ways, and that opportunity gap grows even more.”.

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Broadband Digital Divide Accessibility Blackboard 95

Graphite Blog

APRIL 29, 2021

For both students and teachers, online learning has come with a lot of challenges, from the digital divide and technology access to mental health impacts , or a lack of essential school and community supports. Review the Think, Puzzle, Explore thinking routine from Project Zero’s Visible Thinking Resources.

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Guidelines Learning Digital Divide Online Learning 63

The Hechinger Report

APRIL 22, 2019

Amadou Diallo for The Hechinger Report. Using computers and online resources in the classroom is part of a growing trend in education. Amadou Diallo for The Hechinger Report. Amadou Diallo for The Hechinger Report. SAN JOSE, Calif. — At James Lick High School the slate-gray Chromebooks are ubiquitous.

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Technology Chromebook Laptops iPad 108

TeacherCast

JANUARY 1, 2016

For instance, one recent survey reported that 75% of the responding K-12 educators in the United States assessed their student’s access to technology in the classroom as “good” or “great” Roughly four out of five teachers planned to utilize these types of resources more extensively during the 2016 academic year.

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Technology LMS Classroom Trends 68

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. For instance, new AI tools are providing educators with an invaluable resource—more time for individualized instruction, with increased specificity.

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Trends EdTech Industry Data 143

Lightspeed Systems

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

For districts like San Marcos USD in California, technology is providing the opportunity to augment staff resources and allow teams to develop collaborative solutions to better identify and support students. 2:38 We know that the Digital Learning Divide refers to inequitable access to technology and digital resources for learning.

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Survey Data Report E-rate 52

The Hechinger Report

NOVEMBER 11, 2018

According to an April 2018 Department of Education report, 18 percent of 5- to 17-year old students in “remote rural” districts have no broadband access at home. The same issues hamper Garfield County’s access to a less tangible, but perhaps more valuable resource — the internet. Going without isn’t an option.

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Broadband Chromebook Accessibility Mobility 85

Lightspeed Systems

AUGUST 7, 2023

IT Leaders & Decision Makers, Digital Learning and Instructional Technologists, IT Admins, Network Admins, IT Security, IT Infrastructure roles, School Counselors, Safety leaders, and SROs. 2:38 We know that the Digital Learning Divide refers to inequitable access to technology and digital resources for learning.

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EdTech Survey Learning Data 52

Lightspeed Systems

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

For districts like San Marcos USD in California, technology is providing the opportunity to augment staff resources and allow teams to develop collaborative solutions to better identify and support students. 2:38 We know that the Digital Learning Divide refers to inequitable access to technology and digital resources for learning.

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Survey Data Report E-rate 52

edWeb.net

MAY 1, 2019

In a recent edWebinar , Christine Fox, Deputy Executive Director of SETDA, offered highlights from the report, and Ryan Kocsondy, Director of Connecticut Education Network (CEN), gave an inside look at why Connecticut schools don’t worry about running out of bandwidth. Schools feel free to approach CEN when they need more bandwidth.

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Broadband Accessibility E-rate Mobility 41

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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Digital Divide STEM Game-Based Learning Training 40

edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 24, 2024

Cultivate Inclusivity Paving the way for equity begins with leaders who embrace differences, allocate resources, adjust policy, and actively monitor the progress of all students, including the smallest populations. “We The information is “assigned among leaders” and “put on the board report weekly,” said Dr. Van Heukelum.

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Advocacy Education Learning Digital Divide 102

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. For instance, new AI tools are providing educators with an invaluable resource—more time for individualized instruction, with increased specificity.

Trends 52

Trends EdTech Industry Data 52

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

have received billions of dollars in combined donations and gifts from private companies and individuals. Jack Dorsey, the CEO of Twitter, gave $10 million to a single school district in California, aimed at closing digital disparities. More than Devices The “digital divide” was not quite a household term two years ago.

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Technology E-rate Laptops Digital Divide 166

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Data released at the end of the 2021-22 school year showed the district increased math scores by double digits in grades 3-8, outperforming pre-COVID levels. 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.

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Education Advocacy EdTech Elementary 121

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

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.

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Chromebook Robotics Elementary Training 116

Shake Up Learning

OCTOBER 3, 2023

It’s all part of Verizon’s commitment to help close the digital divide. Every year, space agencies, companies, museums, schools, and more hold space education and outreach events to commemorate World Space Week. Also, new professional development courses and lesson plans focused on esports and game design. Did you know?

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STEM Digital Divide Elementary iPhone 73

edWeb.net

JUNE 2, 2021

While the money is still allocated through the Title I formula, this time, there is a reporting requirement. There are opportunities here for assessment companies. However, like the second stimulus funding, there are reporting requirements. CARES Act (Mar. American Rescue Plan Act (Mar. These are grants with a set life cycle.

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Education Industry STEM Digital Divide 97

Lightspeed Systems

JUNE 15, 2023

Fill out the form below to view this webinar Read the Transcript Overcoming Obstacles to Bridging the Digital Divide in K-12 Learning 0:21 Hi, everyone, welcome to our webinar, We’re going to give everyone about 30 more seconds to join us, and then we’ll dive in. 5:33 Due to the stigma around self reporting.

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Survey Data Report E-rate 52

eSchool News

OCTOBER 1, 2021

Over the last three years, Kajeet and UScellular have worked to close the homework gap in education for underserved communities that lack adequate access to online resources in 53 communities across 15 states. The platform enhances secure connectivity through customized content filters, firewalls, reporting and internet gateways.

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Education Digital Divide Software Broadband 52

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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EdTech Chromebook Laptops iPad 170

Evelyn Learning

JUNE 7, 2023

It appears that there may be a shortage of available resources to obtain accurate information regarding the diversity of universities, their tuition fee, and the process of applying for scholarships and grants at these universities. Bill Gates dropped out of college at the age of 20 and made a revolutionizing company, “Microsoft”.

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How To Secondary Education E-rate 40

Shake Up Learning

MARCH 20, 2018

If you want to dig deeper, check out the additional links and resources provided, as well as the Shake Up Learning book! Or worse, the company went under, and the tool is no longer accessible. We still have a huge digital divide. Use digital tools to do new things. Shift Your Mindset. Utilize Student Tech Experts.

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Google Tools Technology Outcomes 78

eSchool News

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Schools will continue to invest in mental health resources, and the solutions that gain the most traction will be those that honor the central role that parents play. In 2023, the shortage of therapists, school counselors, and other mental health care workers will result in parents seeking resources that they can implement.

EdTech 67

EdTech Learning Industry Data 67

Doug Levin

MARCH 26, 2017

Otherwise, here’s what caught my eye – news, tools, and reports about education, public policy, technology, and innovation – including a little bit about why. And, for those getting hyped by blockchain in education, my take on some of the magical thinking underlying the promise of blockchain for education. Strong opinions may be weakly held.

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EdTech Symantec Facebook Data 170

Doug Levin

MARCH 26, 2017

Otherwise, here’s what caught my eye – news, tools, and reports about education, public policy, technology, and innovation – including a little bit about why. And, for those getting hyped by blockchain in education, my take on some of the magical thinking underlying the promise of blockchain for education. Strong opinions may be weakly held.

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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. We need to invest in resources that will help us get better at finding the root cause of these issues instead of just treating the symptoms.

EdTech 108

EdTech Data Classroom Accessibility 108