eSchool News

MARCH 5, 2018

The digital divide and the opportunity gap. These are two of the closely related and defining issues that educators and administrators are grappling with today. We created these connection points to diminish the digital divide and give our students the chance to access digital learning resources outside of school.

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Digital Promise

MAY 27, 2020

With digital learning likely to stretch into the fall due to COVID-19, how can we ensure every student has equitable access to powerful learning opportunities? The crisis has shone a harsh light on the digital divide in the United States, surfacing thoughtful debate and long-overdue discussion around the equity gap.

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eSchool News

MAY 1, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of education, technology can play a pivotal role in shaping the learning experience. Looking towards the future, the concepts of “smarter classrooms” emerge as a beacon of innovation, bridging the gap between traditional teaching methods and the digital age.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 15, 2022

The struggle for equity in education stretches back beyond our nation's living memory. In a recent discussion with global education leaders , we took a hard look at some of the inequitable practices that continue to plague our schools. The struggle for equity in education stretches back beyond our nation's living memory.

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Edsurge

MARCH 6, 2023

Fortunately, the education sector had time to smooth out some of these wrinkles, especially with improved connectivity and advancing technology such as artificial intelligence (AI). is excited about the newest technologies and their impact on the learning experience. How else does Qualcomm address the digital divide among students?

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

What you need to know: As the nation faces a surge in Covid-19 cases, and schools continue to grapple with uncertainty and closures, Verizon is providing additional support and remote learning resources for educators, students and parents. Teacher Training Pathways offers educators a free platform for professional development.

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eSchool News

MAY 5, 2021

In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, Savvas enables teachers to better connect with students by helping to close the digital divide. EveryoneOn.org is a nonprofit that works to connect low-income families to affordable Internet service, computers, and other digital resources. ABOUT SAVVAS LEARNING COMPANY.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

Not everyone is sold on the idea that virtual reality technology could or should bring higher education into a future of avatars and holograms. But separate from that hype, virtual reality is already being used at colleges in ways that seem more mainstream, as a tool that has the potential to enhance teaching and learning.

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Education Superhighway

APRIL 10, 2019

Seven years ago, a wide-scale digital learning conference was unheard of because the majority of school districts across the country weren’t equipped with the infrastructure or technology to implement a robust digital curriculum. How can educators empower their students to pursue passion and purpose in their own learning?

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Edsurge

JANUARY 20, 2020

In 2014, Palmdale School District was experiencing a major digital divide. In 2014, Palmdale School District was experiencing a major digital divide. The goal was simple: provide students with a well-rounded education—including technology competency—designed to help them throughout their lives.

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Digital Promise

MARCH 24, 2020

And, what do teachers need to help them develop remote learning plans, while still attending to the social and emotional needs of each student? While this new reality won’t be easy, the good news is there are many resources to help educators and parents navigate the road ahead. Bridging The Digital Divide.

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Digital Promise

AUGUST 28, 2020

Communities around the country are facing unprecedented challenges that have exposed and exacerbated deep inequities across our society and educational systems. As COVID-19 shifted learning online, students and educators lost access to those hands-on, in-person real world learning experiences and mentors.

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eSchool News

MAY 10, 2016

In New Mexico, educators and policymakers are working to close the digital opportunity gap. Unfortunately, the digital divide is a very real barrier to success in our community,” said Audra Bluehouse, an English teacher at Hatch Valley High. “We Next page: What policymakers are doing to close the digital divide.

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Education Superhighway

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

As digital learning transforms education across the country, how can board members ensure that their policies and budget decisions support digital learning opportunities and the robust infrastructure needed to support it? Learn more. Can teachers easily integrate digital learning initiatives?

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Digital Promise

OCTOBER 2, 2017

We have made great strides to level the technology playing field in education, but unfortunately the digital divide still exists between those who have the tools to research, learn and collaborate online at home, and those who don’t. 1 Further, there’s a second level digital divide 2 that’s emerging in the classroom.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Access to technology , especially technology and tools powered by the internet, is essential for learning. Technology transforms K-12 education by enhancing engagement, personalizing learning, and fostering collaboration. Why students should have internet access at home When it comes to digital equity , U.S.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Key points: The future of K-12 education with AI promises to be dynamic, adaptive, and focused on nurturing well-rounded individuals Learn about the role of AI in education Discover more about why AI in education is essential for learning Unlocking boundless possibilities, AI in education promises to revolutionize learning.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 3, 2021

This summer, educators need to get some rest so that we can be our best. However, our professional accreditation requirements are still on track and need to be renewed, as we have to learn and up our abilities for the fall. Social-Emotional Learning. Social-emotional learning (SEL) is right at the top of the list for many of us.

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ViewSonic Education

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

It can deliver greater immersive learning for students while also creating some new and exciting teaching opportunities. For educators, it is crucial to not only understand what the metaverse is and its uses within education but to also realize the benefits of immersive learning with the metaverse.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Key points: AI is a powerful catalyst for enhancing teaching effectiveness in many ways AI augments teaching by offering real-time insights, and fostering PD Discover more about why AI in education is essential for learning Artificial intelligence is reshaping the landscape of education, ushering in a new era of innovation and transformation.

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Education Superhighway

JANUARY 23, 2017

One year ago we launched the Massachusetts Digital Connections Initiative in partnership with Governor Baker’s Office, the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (ESE), and MassIT. The report showed that 47% of students lacked the minimum connectivity (100 kbps per student) necessary for digital learning.

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Education Superhighway

DECEMBER 13, 2018

As digital learning transforms education across the country, how can board members ensure that their policies and budget decisions support digital learning opportunities and the robust infrastructure needed to support it? Learn more. Can teachers easily integrate digital learning initiatives?

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 11, 2019

In education technology, a litany of surveys published this decade have touted the growing adoption of digital learning tools. Recent studies by Deloitte and the Gates Foundation have shed light into how educators engage with edtech. A different ‘digital divide’ has emerged. That’s arguably the case for U.S.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Augmented reality (AR) is a technology that enriches the classroom learning experience by overlaying digital content onto real-world content, simply using devices that already exist in most classrooms, like tablets and smartphones. In educational settings, AR can be used in numerous ways to enhance teaching and engage students.

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Edsurge

MARCH 26, 2020

And research indicates that students from low-income backgrounds could fall further behind their peers if learning stops too long and the country sinks into recession. That makes the conversation about education equity essential. Schools also play an important role in boosting at-home learning among families. PT / 2 p.m.

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Education Superhighway

AUGUST 1, 2017

students equal access to a robust, modern education, regardless of their socioeconomic background. Having high-speed Internet is not just about meeting standards, however: it’s about offering students equal access to a robust, modern education, regardless of their socioeconomic background or geographic location. or geographic location.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Key points: AI holds much promise for the future of education AI tools can offer personalization and targeted interventions Discover more about what AI in education holds for teaching and learning Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing education with innovative approaches to teaching and learning.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

This introduction explores the significance of fostering digital literacy skills to prepare students for success in the evolving technological landscape. What is digital literacy in education? Emphasis on digital citizenship instills responsible online behavior, ethical considerations, and cybersecurity awareness.

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Education Superhighway

AUGUST 1, 2017

students equal access to a robust, modern education, regardless of their socioeconomic background. Having high-speed Internet is not just about meeting standards, however: it’s about offering students equal access to a robust, modern education, regardless of their socioeconomic background or geographic location. or geographic location.

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edWeb.net

JULY 26, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic exposed and, in many ways, worsened the digital divide and other inequitable aspects of America’s education system. However, it also created opportunities to develop more equitable outcomes, based on the widespread switch to digital learning experiences and new education models.

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Education Superhighway

DECEMBER 9, 2020

In April, we pivoted our resources to our Digital Bridge K-12 project when the pandemic hit. To date, that initiative has helped over 800 school districts in 41 states identify and connect students who lack a home Internet connection and dedicated learning device. Read the full report here or visit Digital Bridge K-12. .

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EdNews Daily

DECEMBER 20, 2019

The district is in the middle of a digital equity revolution, being led by a particularly sharp Director of Education Technology and Library Programs, Dewayne McClary. When McClary joined the district as the manager of educational technology in 2014, progress was less than stellar. inconsistent resource use?

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Neo LMS

JULY 12, 2018

Mobile Beacon is a mobile data provider established by the North American Catholic Educational Programming Foundation (NACEPF), and provides high quality 4G data to nonprofits and schools, for as little as $10 a month. The post 4 Examples of the best digital access initiatives appeared first on NEO BLOG. Mobile Beacon. EveryoneOn.

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Edsurge

MAY 17, 2022

Shifting practices regarding grades may inspire students to take risks and study for the sake of learning. Recognition that the digital divide prevents academic progress has prompted colleges to do more to connect students with tech tools. Matthew Rascoff, vice provost for digital education at Stanford University.

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Education Superhighway

OCTOBER 31, 2017

In 2014, the Federal Communications Commission modernized the E-rate program with the objective of closing the K-12 digital divide within five years. As a result, 35 million more students have been connected to digital learning and educational opportunity. Why has E-rate modernization worked so well?

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eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2021

Abrupt shifts to virtual and hybrid learning laid bare the vast inequities that exist in the U.S. education system. The move to online learning also made people wonder: Are there practices we can continue when the pandemic abates? This may assist with mitigating learning loss. Dr. As the U.S. We seek life-readiness.

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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. As we emerge from the pandemic, could a more diverse range of educational options be a solution?

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