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Digital divide: Gap is narrowing, but how will schools maintain progress?

The Hechinger Report

School officials in the seaside town scrambled to purchase enough devices for all their students to learn online last year after the pandemic hurtled kids out of buildings. There’s a simmering sense of anticipation about how far educators have come with technology, and its potential to enhance student learning.

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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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Driving equitable learning with thoughtful software implementation

eSchool News

As schools shifted to remote learning, a digital divide emerged, leaving countless students on the wrong side of the equation. However, in the face of this challenge, lies an opportunity to foster equitable learning through thoughtful implementation of software solutions.

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

A Principal's Reflections

A move to real personalized learning at scale is the most logical step. 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. Equity is about providing learners what they need when and where they need it.

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Integrating Generative AI into Schools

Lightspeed Systems

You’ll get insights into how AI can foster content ideation, personalized learning, and administrative efficiency, all while ensuring student privacy. At the same time, you’ll learn strategies to overcome challenges such as preventing bias and plagiarism and bridging the digital divide.

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What are the changes in education in 2024?

eSchool News

Key points: Immersive technologies will change education in 2024 Learn more about K-12 Tech Innovation News Discover Current Trends in Education The year 2024 promises significant changes in K-12 education, reflecting a dynamic evolution in teaching and learning methodologies. What are the changes in education in 2024?

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Do Students Learn Better Online or in a Classroom: Statistics

eSchool News

While online learning offers benefits such as personalized pacing and accessibility, it also presents challenges such as technological barriers and the need for self-directed learning. Why is in-person learning better than online?