eSchool News

APRIL 7, 2016

. “Internet access is no longer an afterthought in education; instead high-speed broadband and wi-fi are now a vital component of K-12 school infrastructure, there is an increased emphasis on digital learning,” according to the report. A number of states have policies in support of broadband and wi-fi connectivity.

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edWeb.net

MAY 1, 2019

Similarly, 28 states have policies and guidelines for external connections; 23 have them for internal wireless connections. By providing these examples of state leadership to support technology in education, though, states can work towards bridging the digital divide. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING. Join the Community.

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Learning with 'e's

FEBRUARY 28, 2014

One of the most important digital divides to overcome is the technophobia divide - the wills and the will nots. Often I see raised eyebrows from teachers and parents when I advocate students as advisers on school internet policies.

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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. Lindsay Dworkin, SVP of Policy & Government Affairs, NWEA The pendulum has swung quickly toward the Science of Reading.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Lastly, the rapid evolution of technology may outpace regulatory frameworks and ethical guidelines, leading to potential misuse or unintended consequences. Teachers need appropriate training and support to effectively leverage AI, and concerns about the digital divide may arise, particularly in schools with limited resources.

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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 Leverage Legislation Staying abreast of changing guidelines can be a full-time task.

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Lightspeed Systems

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Develop and Communicate Clear Guidelines for AI Use It’s essential to develop clear guidelines and policies to ensure students, teachers, and other staff fully understand the proper and responsible use of generative AI. Like with other guidelines, AI policies should not be created in a vacuum.

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Lightspeed Systems

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

As a result, administrators proactively identify students with poor or no internet access at scale, saving considerable time troubleshooting and maximizing the impact of digital learning. For more information on Lightspeed Digital Insight and the Digital Equity module, please visit [link].

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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. Lindsay Dworkin, SVP of Policy & Government Affairs, NWEA The pendulum has swung quickly toward the Science of Reading.

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Lightspeed Systems

AUGUST 7, 2023

Make sure your tech stack is set up to support fundamentals such as student data privacy, emerging challenges like AI policy-making, and ongoing critical mental health and safety concerns. Thank you. 0:58 Hello, welcome everyone. Outside of school hours. I think that was a really smart use of the data that you all did have at your disposal.

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21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

AUGUST 23, 2020

Also, make sure theses extras align with the District AUP (Acceptable Use Policy). What are the ramifications with any insurance of the devices in relationship to policies in, or not in, effect? As the Coronavirus has changed the landscape of education, I have become more and more aware of inequity and the digital divide.

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EdTechSandyK

FEBRUARY 10, 2012

We used to hear about the digital divide. Instructional time can be lost while figuring out how to get multiple types of devices connected to the same resource Online testing not compatible with all devices (ex: iPad) Eanes ISD will post a copy of their BYOT policies to their website along with the presentation link.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

FEBRUARY 4, 2023

However, implementing BOYD in schools also presents some challenges such as data security, digital divide, and compatibility issues. This can lead to a digital divide which could end up hindering learning opportunities for certain students. This can help keep students from accessing inappropriate content online (e.g.,

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Shake Up Learning

MARCH 20, 2018

Give them guidelines, show them proper use, then trust them. We still have a huge digital divide. So not only should you leverage students to help you learn new digital skills, but you should also use them as go-to experts for other students in your classroom. See: Copyright Policy. Utilize Student Tech Experts.

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The Hechinger Report

APRIL 26, 2016

I have guidelines for cellphone and smartphone use, but it’s a constant struggle to keep kids engaged in lessons and off their phones. For three years, the district has been implementing a “bring your own device” (BYOD) policy in an effort to maximize students’ learning opportunities by using technology.

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The Hechinger Report

JULY 5, 2017

In recent years, a small chorus of advocates and policy wonks have pointed out that most EBS license holders don’t actually use their free spectrum. Zach Leverenz, an advocate for closing the digital divide, on the use of electromagnetic spectrum set aside for education. Leverenz denounced EBS as a “scam that must be reformed.”.

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MindShift

MARCH 4, 2021

It gives us an opportunity to really address that digital divide once and for all and provide the long term needs. If schools don’t have the physical space to meet that guideline, it’s not going to happen. Is that guideline going to change? You know, the first thing I heard you say is “fall.”

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Hack Education

FEBRUARY 17, 2017

Via The New York Times : “ Trump Drops Defense of Obama Guidelines on Transgender Students.” ” The group in question: the Council for National Policy. Via WaPo : “The FCC talks the talk on the digital divide – and then walks in the other direction.” Citing Border Policies , Safety.”

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Hack Education

MAY 27, 2016

Officials from 11 states are suing the Obama Administration over the guidance it recently issued regarding transgender bathroom policies and civil rights law. The Department of Education has released its newly proposed guidelines for school accountability. ” Via Vox : “Do white people want merit-based admissions policies ?

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