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Network Essentials for School Board Members

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School board members play an important role in school districts’ ability to improve the level and quality of digital learning opportunities in the classroom. With that in mind, here’s a guide to assess school district network needs and implement affordable broadband upgrades. School Network Structure.

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Global K-12 Market for Personal PCs to Contract in 2016, Experts Project

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While the rate of growth is lower than in 2014 and 2015—when the market was fueled by a national trend away from paper and pencil and toward online assessments —lower average selling prices and a replacement market for outdated devices continue to drive volume, according to a release issued by the consulting firm.

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Examples of Technologies that Improve Student Learning

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Coding programs and robotics kits introduce hands-on learning, promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills essential for the future. Furthermore, technology cultivates digital literacy, equipping students with skills needed in the digital age.

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Calculating your school district’s bandwidth need: Network Essentials for Superintendents

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In a school environment, the two main drivers of how much network bandwidth you need are (1) the number of devices like tablets, laptops, and smartphones your network is supporting and (2) how often these devices will be used. To address the first factor, take a tally of the number of devices that will access your network on a regular basis.

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FOLLOW THE MONEY: FUNDING INNOVATION

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Or are there mobile laptop/tablet stations?) ? What are the one-, two-, and five-year goals for terms of digital learning? ? In making its transition to online assessment, Delaware used this strategy. What resources are presently available in schools, and how are they distributed? How do they use those devices? ?

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T&L’S ISTE 2018 BEST OF SHOW AWARDS WINNERS

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inch Full HD touch displays, all Spin 5 models have a 360-degree hinge that allows four usage modes (laptop, tablet, display, and tent). The NL7TW incorporates pen-based input from Wacom that allows the users to have the best experience in tablet and clamshell model. Available with either 15.6-inch inch or 13.3-inch

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eSN Hero Awards Finalists: 11 inspiring educators

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After months of research and a successful pilot, the district chose enVision to be that core mathematics curriculum because of its rigor, digital learning components, and engaging lessons. They needed a cohesive core math curriculum that they could roll out districtwide.

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