Equity of Access
SETDA Says
JUNE 23, 2021
The post Equity of Access appeared first on Leadership, Technology, Innovation, Learning | SETDA. Digital Content Digital Learning Equity of Access
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State Education Agency Considerations for Digital Learning: CARES Act & Beyond
SETDA Says
MAY 26, 2020
In support of state leadership, SETDA recently published the State Education Agency Considerations for CARES Act Funding as Related to Digital Learning. As state education agencies (SEAs) plan for the 2020-21 school year and work to ensure that high quality learning opportunities are available to all students, each has the opportunity to demonstrate leadership.
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Meet the SETDA 2021 State Achievement Award Recipients
SETDA Says
JUNE 22, 2021
The State Educational Technology Directors Association (SETDA) created the State Achievement Award (SSA) to recognize outstanding initiatives from SETDA State and Affiliate members and their teams that address meaningful challenges in teaching and learning.
Meet the SETDA 2022 State Achievement Award Recipients
SETDA Says
JUNE 6, 2022
The State Educational Technology Directors Association (SETDA) created the State Achievement Award (SSA) to recognize outstanding initiatives from SETDA State and Affiliate members and their teams that address meaningful challenges in teaching and learning.
Roadmap Supports building Digital Learning Environments
SETDA Says
MAY 25, 2015
Cable Impacts, the Partnership for 21st Century Learning and SETDA collaborated to develop the Building Your Roadmap to 21st Century Learning Environments, www.roadmap21.org. 1to1 Best Practices Digital Content Equity of Access Personalized Learning Professional Learning Research roadmap
New York takes Digital Learning Mobile
SETDA Says
JUNE 2, 2015
Another in an occasional series of guest posts, we are pleased to feature the work and voices of SETDA members. Best Practices Digital Content Equity of Access Personalized Learning Professional Learning Project Based Learning Student voiceToday’s post comes from Stan. read more.
Digital Learning: A Retrospective of SETDA’s Best Resources in 2016
SETDA Says
DECEMBER 21, 2016
Through the continued leadership of the Board of Directors and the dedication of our members and staff, during 2016 SETDA celebrated 15 years of. Digital Content Digital Learning E-Rate Equity of Access OER Policy 2015 digital content digital learning leadership personalized learning policy procurement roadmap
Building Resilient Schools for Next School Year
SETDA Says
MAY 1, 2020
This guest blog post was written by SETDA partner, Brendan Desetti, Director of Government & Stakeholder Relations for D2L. As the school year comes to an end in many places around the country, the uncertainty of COVID-19 looms in the future.
Joint SETDA and CoSN statement on FCC Rural Telecommunications Offer
SETDA Says
OCTOBER 2, 2020
The agency’s decision to revise tariffs for rural providers is a helpful action at this historic moment when far too many rural students lack access to online learning. Broadband Digital Learning E-Rate Equity of Access FCC In the News Legislation
Understanding Equitable Access Data
SETDA Says
OCTOBER 25, 2021
What was once merely digital opportunities for students have shifted to digital […]. The post Understanding Equitable Access Data appeared first on Leadership, Technology, Innovation, Learning | SETDA. Digital Learning Equity of Access
Massachusetts Rethinks Ed Tech by Reinventing State-Local Partnerships
SETDA Says
MARCH 3, 2016
Another in an occasional series of guest posts, we are pleased to feature the work and voices of state leaders. 1to1 Best Practices Digital Learning Equity of Access Personalized Learning digital learning equity of accessKenneth Klau is the Director. read more.
SETDA’s 2019 Top Picks: 11 Resources for Educators, Administrators & Policy Makers
SETDA Says
DECEMBER 19, 2019
Always working to engage state leaders, affiliates members, private sector partners, and partner organizations-SETDA developed tools and resources to support national, state, district and school leaders in the implementation of the digital teaching and learning. Best Practices Digital Content Digital Learning ED EETT Equity of Access In the News instructional materials Interoperability Legislation OER Personalized Learning Policy Professional Learning
Need Digital Learning Resources? Leverage SETDA’s Guide to Implementing Digital Learning
SETDA Says
JANUARY 28, 2015
Successful digital learning implementation can meet a broad range of goals, including supporting the academic needs of students to ensure that they are college. Best Practices Digital Content E-Rate Equity of Access OER Policy Professional Learning read more.
Mitigating Learning Loss: It’s about Time
SETDA Says
FEBRUARY 22, 2021
This guest blog post was written by SETDA partner, Shannon Buerk, CEO, engage2learn, and focuses on the immediate and long-term high-value activities to address learning loss. Accessibility Best Practices Digital Content Digital Learning Equity of Access
Student Voices Finalists 2019
SETDA Says
JUNE 13, 2019
Why do leaders gather to collaborate on topics of interest? State department of education […]. Best Practices Digital Content Digital Learning Equity of Access Personalized Learning Project Based Learning Student voiceOften when coordinating a focus group or presenting a new SETDA resources via a webinar, I mention the Why. Why do we spend the time to research and report on policies and practices?
SETDA and CoSN commend the FCC’s Emergency E-rate Filing Window
SETDA Says
SEPTEMBER 16, 2020
The Bureau’s decision will help schools support their students during a very challenging period and we appreciate the agency’s swift recognition of this on campus digital learning need. […]. E-Rate Equity of Access FCC In the News Policy StatementSETDA and CoSN commend the Wireline Bureau for opening an emergency E-rate filing window to help schools address their higher than expected on campus bandwidth demands.
SETDA Applauds the Innovation for Tomorrow’s Workforce Act
SETDA Says
SEPTEMBER 19, 2016
Last week, Senator Hatch (UT) and Senator Bennet (UT) introduced the Innovation for Tomorrow’s Workforce Act of 2016 which would amend current law to. Digital Learning Equity of Access Legislation OER Policyread more.
SETDA Applauds ConnectALL
SETDA Says
MARCH 10, 2016
On March 9, 2016, President Obama unveiled the ConnectALL Initiative, which aims to ensure that all Americans, including low-income families, have broadband access to the. Digital Learning ED Equity of Access FCC Policy Statement broadband equity of accessread more.
SETDA Advocates for Equal Access to Digital Content
SETDA Says
JULY 12, 2017
Today, online communities are alight with a Day of Advocacy in support of keeping the current Net Neutrality rules in place. Digital Learning Equity of Access FCC instructional materialsThese rules were. read more.
The 2017 EdNext Poll on School Reform: Digital Learning
Doug Levin
AUGUST 17, 2017
I have been critical of the treatment of technology in both the 2015 and 2016 Education Next back-to-school polls for a variety of reasons, including sloppiness in reporting, bias, and lack of relevance to education policy and practice considerations. Among other issues, the authors of those polls suffered from trying to make too much of the single (questionably framed) technology-related question they fielded.
Wow, What a Year! Top SETDA Resources 2015
SETDA Says
DECEMBER 22, 2015
Digital Content Digital Learning E-Rate Equity of Access OER Policy 2015 digital content digital learning leadership personalized learning policy procurement roadmapAs the year winds down, we reflect on our accomplishments from 2015. Needless to say, SETDA had a busy year! Through the continued leadership. read more.
SETDA Disappointed in FCC Lifeline Revocations and Modernization Report Retraction
SETDA Says
FEBRUARY 6, 2017
state and territorial digital learning leaders released the following statement of. Digital Learning E-Rate Equity of Access FCC LifelineThe State Educational Technology Directors Association (SETDA), the principal membership association representing U.S. read more.
SETDA Urges Public Comments to Support Closing the Homework Gap via EBS
SETDA Says
AUGUST 6, 2018
SETDA encourages state agencies, school districts, and other education stakeholders to provide public comments for the FCC, Notice of Proposed Rule Making: Transforming the 2.5 Digital Learning E-Rate Equity of Access FCC Legislation UncategorizedGHz Band by the deadline Wednesday (August 8) or to reply to comments posted by September 7.
State Leaders Advocate for Connectivity at School and at Home
SETDA Says
APRIL 14, 2016
During last week’s Washington Policy Summit, co-hosted by SETDA and CoSN, educators visited policymakers focused on advocating for equity in education as related to. Digital Learning E-Rate Equity of Access FCC Lifelineread more.
ConnectED – Back to School Update
SETDA Says
SEPTEMBER 14, 2015
ConnectED’s focus of fostering a robust ecosystem for digital learning and empowering teachers and their students with enhanced personalized learning experiences is a goal long. ConnectED Digital Content ED Equity of Access Personalized Learning Policy
Tenn. district partners with Discovery to transition to digital learning
eSchool News
AUGUST 1, 2016
Tennessee’s Wilson County Schools and Discovery Education announced a new six-year partnership supporting the creation of authentic digital learning environments in classrooms district-wide. In addition, all K-12 classrooms across the district will have access to Discovery Education Streaming Plus, a comprehensive digital service supplementing instruction across all K-12 curricular areas. Director of Schools at Wilson County Schools.
Asynchronous Learning: The Key to Equity
EdNews Daily
SEPTEMBER 18, 2020
By Kevin McFarland In this time of the Coronavirus pandemic and an all too sudden shift to virtual learning, equity of access has become perhaps the single largest obstacle to educating our children. Digital Learning Featured Technology asynchronous learning
State and District Leadership Discuss Digital Learning Opportunities
edWeb.net
JULY 15, 2018
SETDA’s latest research, Navigating the Digital Shift 2018: Broadening Student Learning Opportunities , highlights how state policies are supporting the transformation to digital learning. Many states provide guidance for the implementation of digital materials in districts to help ensure that they are available to all learners. Of course, schools can’t make the switch to digital overnight. from the University of Pittsburgh.
The Human EdTech for Diversity
EdNews Daily
JULY 10, 2019
It can bridge language-learning gaps and increase access with automation so fine that it can literally speak to a student and correct pronunciation and context, while removing any sense of embarrassment because it can be done privately anywhere. Uber-like language apps can even connect anyone to a native language speaker anywhere for immersive learning. One of them is love. People tend to characterize the feeling of love as a warmth, a welling up of something.
21 education technology recommendations for 2016
eSchool News
DECEMBER 14, 2015
The new National Education Technology Plan offers a vision and roadmap for technology-supported learning. The 2016 Plan, Future Ready Learning: Reimagining the Role of Technology in Education , articulates a vision of equity, active use, and collaborative leadership to make everywhere, all-the-time learning possible, according to the plan’s website. Digital Learning and Tools McClatchy News Top News
21 education technology recommendations for 2016
eSchool News
DECEMBER 14, 2015
The new National Education Technology Plan offers a vision and roadmap for technology-supported learning. The 2016 Plan, Future Ready Learning: Reimagining the Role of Technology in Education , articulates a vision of equity, active use, and collaborative leadership to make everywhere, all-the-time learning possible, according to the plan’s website.
Report: The way we buy digital instructional materials may need an overhaul
eSchool News
NOVEMBER 8, 2015
Educators stress the importance of state leadership, transparency for purchasing digital instructional materials. A new report urges care when purchasing digital instructional materials, and notes that factors such as interoperability, accessibility, and device access should be considered during the process. The report also outlines next steps for strategic support of the transition: 1. Digital Learning and Tools News Top News
3 tips for connecting students to internet resources during summer
eSchool News
JUNE 9, 2017
Access to online resources including digital content, interactive education apps and websites, videos, experts and peers is no longer a “nice to have” but rather a necessity. Unfortunately, teachers and students are often unable to be sure there will be dependable, robust access outside of school depending on family and community circumstances. Provide Out-of-School Access on Devices. Out-of-School Access Chart.
Today’s Innovations are Tomorrow’s Practices: Adapting Learning to Meet Students
Digital Promise
JUNE 23, 2021
When COVID closed the door on in-person schooling in spring 2020, one of the biggest concerns for school districts was how to address the needs of students who experience cognitive learning challenges and/or physical disabilities. Teachers are designers of learning systems.
Do We Need New Regulations to Govern the Use of EdTech?
Doug Levin
MAY 19, 2018
Largely unexamined in the large-scale shift to digital learning in education are the accompanying ethical considerations. “): In this new digital era for education, we should ask: What rules of the road are needed to ensure that decisions about technology are made in the best interests of students? What restrictions, if any, should be placed on school district re-use and sharing of student and teacher work? Conflicts of interest.
#DLNchat: How Will Net Neutrality Changes Affect Higher Education?
Edsurge
JANUARY 25, 2018
Is the FCC’s decision to end net neutrality the beginning of a new era of net discrimination? That was the question underlying much of our #DLNchat on Tuesday, January 23 when we asked How Will Net Neutrality Changes Affect Higher Ed? There was wide agreement that upcoming changes to net neutrality open the doors to potential discrimination of internet access. Students in urban areas may face increased prices for educational access as well.
Teacher-Student Digital Communication Makes for Good Learning
edWeb.net
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
With remote learning still at play, students now rely on virtual engagement with their teachers to have questions answered and assignments clarified. With the appropriate tools and tech access, instructional assistance from afar can be academically beneficial. By Michele Israel.
Future Ready update adds new resources and PD for leaders
eSchool News
DECEMBER 14, 2015
Last Thursday, The United States Department of Education held an event at the White House unveiling the 2016 National Education Technology Plan and celebrating the one-year anniversary of the Future Ready initiative. There, along with several partner groups, they announced several new commitments and initiatives to help schools become more digitally capable. The main theme of the event was connectivity, but that extends far beyond merely connecting students to technology.
How To Design A 21st Century Assessment
TeachThought - Learn better.
OCTOBER 27, 2015
Contemporary curriculum design involves multiple facets: engaging 21st Century skills, using digital tools, collaborating with others around the globe, performance tasks, and more. In my book Digital Learning Strategies , I describe four considerations for Replacement Thinking around assessments. In a nutshell, those considerations include: Students must demonstrate what they’ve learned. Instead, use the best tool to support learning (e.g.,
Future Ready update adds new resources and PD for leaders
eSchool News
DECEMBER 14, 2015
Last Thursday, The United States Department of Education held an event at the White House unveiling the 2016 National Education Technology Plan and celebrating the one-year anniversary of the Future Ready initiative. There, along with several partner groups, they announced several new commitments and initiatives to help schools become more digitally capable. The main theme of the event was connectivity, but that extends far beyond merely connecting students to technology.
Hotspots, YouTube, WiFi, Oh My! How Renton Prioritizes Infrastructure Over Devices
Edsurge
NOVEMBER 10, 2016
Since 2013, close to a third of the US school districts have charged into “one-to-one” digital instruction, putting a computer in the hands of every student—and the number is growing. Want to learn more about Seattle’s burgeoning edtech scene? EdSurge will be hosting hundreds of local teachers and administrators, along with dozens of edtech companies from around the country, at our Summit on Dec. Ellen Dorr, Renton's Director of Instructional Technology.
Data Interoperability: Beyond Accountability and Reporting
edWeb.net
FEBRUARY 18, 2018
This new role for educators is a direct outcome of the data-driven classroom and the quest for accountability. While teachers may understand the need to collect the information, they resent inputting the same data over and over again in every learning management system, educational application, and state and federal accountability report. Key characteristics include real-time updates, quality data in and out, educator and school control of the data, and flexibility in reporting.
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