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How one city closed the digital divide for nearly all its students

The Hechinger Report

We have this huge digital divide that’s making it hard for [students] to get their education,” she said. David Silver, the director of education for the mayor’s office, said people talked about the digital divide, but there had never been enough energy to tackle it. Credit: Javeria Salman/ The Hechinger Report. “We

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Remote Learning Teaching Tips

A Principal's Reflections

Difficult decisions have had to be made regarding grading, making funds available to get technology in the hands of disadvantaged kids, getting school work to kids where the digital divide could not be overcome, and figuring out how to provide professional learning support virtually. Google Classroom, Canvas, Schoology).

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Student engagement requires more than edtech tools

eSchool News

The Department of Education’s newly-updated National Educational Technology Plan introduces a component Murray said is critical for the nation–not just the digital divide, but the digital use divide. To that end, Murray linked session attendees to a Google Doc with tech tools for student engagement.

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Developing Asynchronous Remote Learning Tasks

A Principal's Reflections

Technology plays a huge role, which is why all efforts need to be made to eliminate the digital divide. Another great resource to incorporate self-paced activities is CK-12. Concepts can be explained using mini whiteboards, slide decks, or digital tools like Educreations. The key, however, is balance.

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Important Lessons Learned During the Pandemic and How They Can Drive Needed Change

A Principal's Reflections

Equity The lesson here is that many learners have suffered from inequity because of socioeconomic status, inefficient resources, or insufficient pedagogy. At the same time, the digital divide has to be tackled where all learners have equitable access to a device, reliable WIFI, and quality resources.

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3 Ways edtech can help education get back on track

Neo LMS

A recent report shared by Google and KPMG reveals that the education tech industry would cater to about 9.6 Investing time and resources in PD is crucial in providing genuine, timely, and continuous support to teachers. million users and record a market share of $1.96 billion in 2021, according to Analytic Insight.

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Responding to COVID-19: How Are the Children?

Digital Promise

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. Across the country, several school districts are diligently working to try and bridge the digital divide as best they can. And, how are the children?