edWeb.net

JUNE 13, 2019

Many developers use open source, standardized privacy policies, and this generic piecemeal approach to student data privacy policies can jeopardize student data. Jena Draper is the founder and general manager at CatchOn, a company designed to support teaching and learning through the smarter use of data and technology.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

SEPTEMBER 14, 2016

Register now for our free Library 2.016 online mini-conference, " Libraries of the Future " on October 6th, and we'll send you the information on how to either attend the live sessions or watch the recordings afterwards. Be sure to also join the Library 2.0 Sponsored with ALA’s Center for the Future of Libraries.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 5, 2017

After three years of utilizing a BYOD (bring your own device) policy with my classes at Nassau Community College, I have seen how tools like tablets and laptops can lead to better academic engagement. Access to connectivity is vital to a successful classroom BYOD policy, so these issues are largely taken care of by an institution.

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edWeb.net

JULY 22, 2019

At every step, they involve the developers so the companies understand Broward’s expectations and why the team made its final decision. If companies make smartphones that a two-year old can use, why are developers making edtech so complicated? Howard: Her concern is the amount of training educators need with new edtech. and Mark C.

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MindShift

JUNE 22, 2016

She sees the same trend in students, but also recognizes many schools have policies against phones because they can be distractions. Luhtala sees school policies banning phones as a disconnect between school and the real world, where mobile devices are aiding productivity more than ever. The app is only available on iOS devices.

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Hack Education

DECEMBER 9, 2017

At the time, I wrote about the importance of APIs; the issues surrounding data security and privacy; the appeal of platforms for users and businesses; and the education and tech companies who were well-positioned (or at least wanting) to become education platforms. The company has raised some $77.5

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mauilibrarian2 in Olinda

NOVEMBER 27, 2010

and in response to articles by Dr. Marc Bernstein, Superintendent of the Valley Stream (NY) Central High School District that question the relevance of libraries, Librarian Joyce Valenza says it all about what it means to be a librarian. The problem with libraries is that they are anachronisms, sacred cows. Bravisima, Joyce!

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Hack Education

AUGUST 23, 2016

One pays a fee for the right to register (and renew) a domain name for a website; one likely also pays a fee to a company that hosts the files for that website so that it is accessible over the network. Increasingly, we work for free for major Internet technology companies, on their platforms. It’s a fair point.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

NOVEMBER 10, 2016

We are grateful for companies and organizations who believe in the power of globally connected learning. To indicate your support fostering global awareness through education, please sign up for this program and follow these instructions. Contact Steve Hargadon (steve@hargadon.com) about opportunities to get involved with our community. .

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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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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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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

But you can own access to the full library by buying the Summit all-access pass, which is $99, a $50 savings from the price after the 25th. Among other things, this means ensuring educators and students have a voice in conversations, issues, and policies that affect them. I hope that gives you some incentive to consider the purchase!

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Hack Education

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

” The Fordham Institute’s Michael Petrelli has declared “ The End of Educational Policy.” is the new company of Andrew Ng , Coursera’s co-founder.) ” The Scholarly Kitchen weighs in on layoffs at DPLA , the Digital Public Library of America. on Coursera.” ” (deeplearning.ai

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NeverEndingSearch

NOVEMBER 26, 2016

6) (Note: Most of these tasks could authentically be taught in our libraries during the natural course of any inquiry project.). Triangulate: Try to verify the information in multiple sources, including traditional media and library databases. Remember Time Magazine’s darkening of the OJ mugshot? Some are born digital.

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Hack Education

JANUARY 18, 2017

She seemed to fail to grasp some of the basics of education policy – the difference between “ proficiency ” and “ growth ,” for example, and the federal rules surrounding disability rights and education. And this prompted me to update my list of education / technology companies that are ALEC members.).

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Hack Education

JULY 27, 2018

” That is, the daycare company Bright Horizons will pay for its employees to get their degrees at four institutions – three of which are for-profits (including Ashford University and Walden University, which have been targets of lawsuits claiming they misled students). to For-Profit Company Tackling School Schedules.”

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Hack Education

JULY 28, 2017

” asks New York Magazine. ” Via Politico : “Education Secretary Betsy DeVos has increased her financial stake in a ‘neurofeedback’ company that says its technology treats attention deficit disorder and the symptoms of autism. .” (National) Education Politics. “Who Is Betsy DeVos ?”

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Hack Education

MAY 19, 2017

DeVos is the former chair of the American Federation for Children, which advocates for school choice policies, such as tax credit scholarships and vouchers. Here are the education technology companies that have raised money from ISPs. ” asks The New York Times Magazine. ” More via The Chronicle of Higher Education.

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Hack Education

FEBRUARY 2, 2018

34 Percent Of Graduates Received A Diploma Against District Policy.” ” Via The Atlantic : “The Libraries Bringing Small-Town News Back to Life.” ” Via Bitcoin Magazine : “Pilot Project Verifies Academic Credentials on the Bitcoin Blockchain.” ” Via NPR : “In D.C. ,

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Doug Levin

APRIL 2, 2017

Questions that have been a long time coming… Otherwise, here’s what caught my eye this week – news, tools, and reports about education, public policy, technology, and innovation – including a little bit about why. It remains a modest gesture toward addressing much bigger questions. It’s gives fake news a business model. It is that bad.

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Doug Levin

APRIL 2, 2017

Questions that have been a long time coming… Otherwise, here’s what caught my eye this week – news, tools, and reports about education, public policy, technology, and innovation – including a little bit about why. It remains a modest gesture toward addressing much bigger questions. It’s gives fake news a business model. It is that bad.

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Hack Education

JANUARY 12, 2017

” They’re suing the company. ” Via Infodocket : “ University of Delaware Library Joins Open Textbook Network.” For-profit higher and student loan companies. “Blended learning” company Learntron has raised an undisclosed amount of funding from Kae Capital. The future of ed-tech.

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Hack Education

JUNE 24, 2016

” “Schools, Libraries Miss Out on Millions in E-Rate Funds,” according to EdTech Magazine – some $245 million for the 2014 fiscal year. “ 14 projects win 2016 Knight News Challenge on Libraries.” An in-depth look at for profit companies selling their education products and services in Africa.

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Hack Education

JUNE 8, 2018

Via The Chronicle of Higher Education : “ UVa Library’s Plan to Cut Stacks by Half Sparks Faculty Concerns.” Via Philadelphia Magazine : “This Quaker Sex Ed Teacher Says Your Kids Need to Be Porn-Literate.” The company has raised $15.7 ” That’s the University of Michigan to be clear.

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Hack Education

DECEMBER 15, 2016

Nominee Betsy DeVos ’ Policy Circle?” the largest for-profit operator of online schools in the country, are calling on the company to disclose how much it spends on lobbying and advertising ,” Education Week reports. million fine.” ” Via Education Week : “Who Is Part of Ed.

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Hack Education

JANUARY 26, 2017

Via Education Week : “ DeVos-Backed Company Makes Questionable Claims on Autism , ADHD.” ” “Betsy DeVos Won’t Shed Stake in Biofeedback Company , Filings Show,” The New York Times reports. ” “Policy-based Privacy is Over,” says Eric Hellman. ” Contests and Awards.

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Hack Education

DECEMBER 2, 2017

Can we expect that – the science or the journalism – to alter public policy in an administration that does not believe in either science or journalism? And to be clear, this isn’t simply about the relationship of these companies to “the news” – although my god, they’re so terrible at handling that.

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