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How computer science education bridges the digital divide

eSchool News

Between software licences and acquiring the proper hardware, teaching computer science can be very expensive. Introducing teachers to computer science Considering the limited definition of computer science and its largely optional status, schools depend on teachers who are personally interested in coding.

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How computer science education bridges the digital divide

eSchool News

Between software licences and acquiring the proper hardware, teaching computer science can be very expensive. Introducing teachers to computer science Considering the limited definition of computer science and its largely optional status, schools depend on teachers who are personally interested in coding.

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Debunking 3 myths about BYOD in the classroom

Neo LMS

If students bring their own devices to class, schools can’t possibly hold control over things like data security, software licences, malware and viruses, and safe browsing. Myths No 3: BYOD will deepen the digital divide. Kids that can’t afford a device can definitely benefit. Myth No 2: BYOD is not safe.

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6 Benefits of Immersive Learning with the Metaverse

ViewSonic Education

The Impact of Education’s Digital Transformation In recent years, education has undergone a digital transformation , and this will be apparent when you consider the average classroom today compared to the average classroom 20 or 30 years ago.

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Report: One of the Biggest Obstacles to Remote Learning? Finding a Quiet Place to Work

Edsurge

I was definitely the IT coordinator for my house,” says the father of three children ages 1, 9 and 11. “I I definitely didn’t count on much tech support from my school district.” What accounts for the low reported usage of other edtech software? “My

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29 K-12 edtech predictions for 2021

eSchool News

When we posted our 2020 predictions on January 1 last year, we–along with the majority of the world–definitely didn’t anticipate the curveball that was (and continues to be) the global COVID-19 pandemic. Justin Reilly, CEO, Impero Software. education system. “We Jeff Rubenstein, VP Product Strategy, Kaltura.

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Emeritus Expands into K12 through Acquisition of iD Tech Bringing Equitable STEM Education to Adults and Youth Globally

eSchool News

Singapore and Mumbai, India– May 19, 2021 – Emeritus , the global leader in making high-quality education accessible and affordable to individuals, companies, and governments around the world, announced today a definitive agreement to acquire iD Tech , the world leader in youth STEM education for $200 million.

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