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The Universal Laptop Program Helping One State Narrow the Digital Divide

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And one, Mississippi, has made important strides in closing the digital divide through a pandemic response plan that took each school district’s unique needs and challenges into account. It is worth remembering that the digital divide is not an all or nothing phenomenon.

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Blended Learning Made Easy: Interactive Software Solutions

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Online digital textbook platforms and interactive learning software like KITABOO offer a wide range of educational materials that encourage essential digital skills. Interactive learning software like KITABOO elevates the classroom experience and supports both in-person and remote learning. using eBooks.

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It’s Time Edtech Conferences Stopped Ignoring Equity and Race

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Most session tend to focus on new apps or software over deep dives into pedagogy and building better relationships. But when was the last time you hear someone talk about racism or digital equity? And as a person interested in digital equity, I had a chance to connect experts who were national leaders on the digital divide.

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How Much Screen Time Is Too Much for Kids?

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The digital divide between rich and poor students isn’t what it used to be. This is a model that simply doesn’t lead to good learning outcomes. Anya Kamenetz, journalist and author , “The Art of Screen Time: How Your Family Can Balance Digital Media and Real Life” : I'm not seeing any trend away from devices in the classroom.

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

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Emeritus and iD Tech share a pedagogical approach rooted in positive learner outcomes. While virtual courses are the present focus, both companies will also continue to expand their in-person programs, many taking place at top universities, in the US and globally in 2022.

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29 K-12 edtech predictions for 2021

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Safely getting back to the classroom requires many new precautions, and in 2021, innovations in technology such as digital signage software and content management will play a major role. AI offers insights and analysis of the effectiveness of their instruction and its outcome. Justin Reilly, CEO, Impero Software.

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ISTE 2016: Educational Equity, Lifelong Learning, and a Simpler Approach to Edtech

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Successful classroom technology should challenge and support every type of learner without widening the digital divide that’s often found in low-income and rural districts. Throughout ISTE 2016, we had a chance to share a booth with JAMF Software, a company that’s reimagined mobile device management for educators.

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