EdTech Magazine

JULY 17, 2018

Schools should assess where the gaps in their infrastructure lie and research by consulting industry experts to find solutions , not try to come up with in-house ‘innovations’ that can be out of line with real industry trends,” advises Medhi Paryavi, chairman of the International Data Center Authority (IDCA).

Data 159

Data How To E-rate Industry 159

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Microlearning is a buzzword used widely in the edtech industry, with many learning designers simply chunking learning content into small pieces of three to five minutes without actually solving competency-based problems like learner engagement, lack of time and the shorter memory span of modern learners. Would anyone understand it?

LMS 180

LMS E-rate Training Survey 180

Edsurge

JANUARY 14, 2022

Despite being capable of working a variety of jobs, people who are blind or visually impaired tend to have low job placement rates, low salaries and an unusually high underemployment rate. The company describes itself on its website as the first e-learning platform built for and by the blind and visually impaired.

Online Learning 164

Online Learning E-rate Training Software 164

Neo LMS

JUNE 12, 2018

I won’t rehash what I have written previously — but in terms of future-proof work, I found another great resource by McKinsey , that is a well-thought through, rational analysis of the future of work, and well worth a read for anyone interested in the rapid rate of change in the labor economy. Exploring the T-Level Action Plan.

E-rate 213

E-rate Robotics Comparison Industry 213

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Early childhood development and gaming industry experts say very young kids will likely get frustrated in the process and have very little energy left over to learn content from the game. And so the kind of mental demands of figuring out how to use the device itself is probably going to use up any cognitive resources they have.”

Video 170

Video E-rate Mobility Tablets 170

Neo LMS

DECEMBER 14, 2017

Not only do I think it is inspiring, but it may offer some context as to what giant gaps in funding and resources can be bridged with well-selected technology. I have tried to focus instead on actual case studies demonstrating the success of e-learning models in these environments. Community Health Volunteer Training. Descomplica.

E-rate 150

E-rate Blended Learning Case Study Mobility 150

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

per semester for what it calls Cengage Unlimited, its full e-library, and another $50 for access to a related homework system that professors often assign with the textbook. That pricing comes in slightly lower than a similar model offered by Cengage, which charges $69.99 higher education product.

Accessibility 200

Accessibility Pearson Secondary E-rate 200

EdNews Daily

JULY 10, 2019

By definition, it’s the “motion” of “e.” Unlike in the tech industry, where “e” is “electronic,” in “emotion,” it’s “excite,” signifying that motion is present but not always seen. Schools everywhere are experiencing massive attrition rates. Diversity meant desegregation and inclusivity.

EdTech 203

EdTech E-rate Trends Equity of Access 203

Edsurge

JANUARY 21, 2021

It would be easy to think that Amazon’s rapid expansion into industry after industry is just the natural, opportunistic path of a cash-flush company seeking to invest in new, lucrative markets. Within the next decade, Amazon is well-positioned to take over these, and other, industries. Which of the two options would you choose?

Education 218

Education Company E-rate Industry 218

Edsurge

DECEMBER 30, 2018

As we look ahead to the future in edtech, we see an industry marked by significant change and stubborn challenges. These challenges—and the tools and solutions the industry responds with—have real implications on student outcomes. Within this framework, what significant developments might we expect to see emerge over the coming year?

Trends 125

Trends EdTech E-rate LMS 125

Education Superhighway

JULY 8, 2019

As the State E-rate Director, Milan Eaton has been working on the Arizona Broadband for Education Initiative since it began in 2016. Tell us about your journey from working in the telecom industry to your role now as State E-rate Director for the Arizona Department of Education. Every school is very special.

E-rate 61

E-rate Accessibility Broadband Examples 61

Doug Levin

APRIL 23, 2017

Among them, I’ve updated my site to include a dedicated FAQ on open educational resources (OER). Squared Online" bridges the gap between the classic classroom experience, where you can’t get scale, and e-learning that can sometimes be a bit dry. Wash your spirit clean. My thanks to EdSurge for highlighting its availability.

EdTech 170

EdTech OER E-rate Microsoft 170

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

The emergence of new industrial technologies has caused such rapid changes in manufacturing that employers are in constant need of workers who are technically advanced, process savvy, and natural problem solvers. Linewize announced that Qustodio, its new parental control app, is now available for all School Manager and Classwize customers.

EdTech 130

EdTech Lenovo Robotics Laptops 130

EdNews Daily

OCTOBER 22, 2019

PublicSchoolWORKS became possible in the late ’90s when the government launched the E-Rate Program. School administrators typically don’t have the breadth of resources they need, especially in the area of safety and regulatory compliance,” adds Temming. “It Overall, the district saved time, money, and prevented incidents.

E-rate 100

E-rate Software Report Company 100

Doug Levin

APRIL 23, 2017

Among them, I’ve updated my site to include a dedicated FAQ on open educational resources (OER). Squared Online" bridges the gap between the classic classroom experience, where you can’t get scale, and e-learning that can sometimes be a bit dry. Wash your spirit clean. My thanks to EdSurge for highlighting its availability.

EdTech 150

EdTech OER E-rate Microsoft 150

eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

From interactive digital resources to online learning platforms, technology has given educators innovative tools to create dynamic and inclusive learning environments. Adaptive learning platforms and educational apps cater to individual learning styles and paces, enabling students to progress at their own rate.

Technology 71

Technology Education Adaptive Learning Accessibility 71

eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

billion people are still without internet, and the rate of internet growth has actually slowed. Although AI is not new in other industries, it’s still an emerging trend in education and we are finally allowing ourselves a glimpse of hope, skepticism and wonderment. Today, over 2.9

Trends 143

Trends EdTech Industry Data 143

Marketplace K-12

AUGUST 30, 2016

Future revenue in the $33 billion e-learning market is expected to fall precipitously in the United States and internationally, but sales of other types of digital learning products are predicted to rise, according to a market research report released recently. Unstable Economies Impact E-Learning Market. percent and negative 1.1

Report 70

Report E-rate OER LMS 70

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

eSchool News Guides are full of resources, tips, trends, and insights from industry experts on a variety of topics that are essential to the classroom, school, and district. Plus, we’re giving you tips to incorporate more digital resources into your instruction. The eSchool News Digital & Mobile Learning Guide is here!

Mobile Learning 40

Mobile Learning Mobility E-rate Robotics 40

techlearning

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

Resources in the kit are K-8 age-appropriate and include online safety lesson plans, a home and school checklist, a cyberbullying prevention guide, a classroom student pledge poster, Be Kind Online stickers, and a shareable infographic to help teachers, students, and parents do their part in preventing cyberbullying. “Our

E-rate 41

E-rate Online Assessments Industry Report 41

Evelyn Learning

JUNE 7, 2023

It appears that there may be a shortage of available resources to obtain accurate information regarding the diversity of universities, their tuition fee, and the process of applying for scholarships and grants at these universities. A classroom has become an e-classroom, with tablets on each and every desk. Now, the time has changed.

How To 40

How To Secondary Education E-rate 40

Edsurge

DECEMBER 1, 2016

Most districts cannot afford the resources to mount a solid defense against an increasingly sophisticated and constantly changing adversary. Moving to the cloud can be good for both vendors and schools It is in the interests of the edtech industry for educators to feel confident about using technology. Cybercrime is the next threat.

EdTech 60

EdTech E-rate Symantec Data 60

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 20, 2017

One leader standing at the “radical” innovation end had noted earlier in the day that her institution is in “survival mode” because of changing demographics and is under pressure to try new approaches to improve completion rates and maintain funding. Other industries are much further along in some of these issues,” said Fleming.

E-rate 95

E-rate Industry Meeting Exercises 95

edWeb.net

JUNE 18, 2021

99% of the students qualify for free or reduced-price lunches, but the district’s graduation rate is now over 90%, exceeding the state and national averages. Elementary students participate in groups such as Girls Who Code and a Lego League, while middle school students can join e-sport leagues or do work as “medical detectives.”

E-rate 57

E-rate Professional Learning Elementary Robotics 57

Marketplace K-12

MARCH 2, 2016

After years of questioning the accessibility of Amazon’s Kindle e-reader , the National Federation of the Blind today announced that it will work with the online retailer to improve reading experiences for blind, low-vision, and deaf-blind students. Students also would be able to rate content. Schools’ e-Book ‘Marketplace’.

Accessibility 40

Accessibility E-rate Assistive Technology iPad 40

Doug Levin

MARCH 19, 2017

Tagged on: March 19, 2017 Textbooks could be history as schools switch to free online learning | Philly.com → Garnet Valley is a district in the vanguard of a nationwide movement to ditch traditional textbooks for open-source educational resources on the web. It isn’t even good direct instruction." " Readers respond.with gusto.

EdTech 170

EdTech Chromebook Laptops iPad 170

Edsurge

JANUARY 12, 2017

Over the last decade, America has focused resources and opportunities in education for urban areas, with little attention to rural poverty and the lack of learning opportunities for poor students in these areas across America. Have high school graduation rates increased in rural counties? The 2014 U.S.

E-rate 60

E-rate Education Outcomes Accessibility 60

Edsurge

JANUARY 12, 2017

Over the last decade, America has focused resources and opportunities in education for urban areas, with little attention to rural poverty and the lack of learning opportunities for poor students in these areas across America. Have high school graduation rates increased in rural counties? The 2014 U.S.

E-rate 60

E-rate Education Outcomes Accessibility 60

Edsurge

JANUARY 12, 2017

Over the last decade, America has focused resources and opportunities in education for urban areas, with little attention to rural poverty and the lack of learning opportunities for poor students in these areas across America. Have high school graduation rates increased in rural counties? The 2014 U.S.

E-rate 60

E-rate Education Outcomes Secondary 60

Hack Education

DECEMBER 30, 2019

Again and again, the media told stories — wildly popular stories , apparently — about how technology industry executives refuse to allow their own children to use the very products they were selling to the rest of us. 3D printing, The Economist pronounced in 2012 , was poised to bring about the third industrial revolution. (I

Pearson 145

Pearson MOOC Company Software 145

The Hechinger Report

JULY 15, 2018

The schools are the brainchild of Charles Butt, a big donor to local education causes and chairman of H-E-B, the region’s largest grocery store chain. They rely on industry “partners” — 10 so far at CAST Tech — to guarantee students internships and mentorships and to help keep the curriculum current.

E-rate 95

E-rate Microsoft Industry STEM 95

techlearning

JUNE 21, 2018

According to the most recent figures from Funds for Learning, E-Rate applicants nationwide requested almost $748 million in discounts against the purchase of just over $1 billion in Category Two products and services, which are detailed in this chart (right). What major businesses and industries are in the region?

Chromebook 40

Chromebook E-rate BYOD Online Assessments 40

techlearning

JUNE 27, 2018

“Our talented, hardworking team is the driving force behind Curriculum Associates’ success and is why we remain an innovative leader in the education technology industry.” The BBJ also prints the annual Book of Lists—the region’s top resource for business decision-makers seeking information about potential clients, suppliers, and partners.

E-rate 40

E-rate Company Instructional Materials Survey 40

Edsurge

OCTOBER 12, 2016

In rural districts, children and youth face profound obstacles—geographic isolation and long bus rides to school, frustratingly slow internet connections, limited course options, and low college-going rates. Specifically, only one-third of rural students matriculate in college compared to nearly half of urban students.

Personalized Learning 60

Personalized Learning E-rate Outcomes Learning 60

Edsurge

JUNE 9, 2020

A substantial part of the nation’s resources are being devoted to higher education,” Simon said. If both happen together, that’s a 9x improvement in the rate of learning.” He co-founded the company in 1999 with Maria Machado, who also got her start in the semiconductor industry before turning her attention to education.

Education 215

Education Learning Software Knewton 215

eSchool News

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Not surprisingly, many of this year’s Top 10 focused on innovative ways to engage students, digital resources, and online and hybrid learning strategies related to post-pandemic teaching. This year’s 6th most-read story focuses on the predictions educators and industry experts made for learning in 2022. billion by 2022.

EdTech 111

EdTech Data Classroom Accessibility 111

eSchool News

JANUARY 5, 2024

billion people are still without internet, and the rate of internet growth has actually slowed. Although AI is not new in other industries, it’s still an emerging trend in education and we are finally allowing ourselves a glimpse of hope, skepticism and wonderment. Today, over 2.9

Trends 52

Trends EdTech Industry Data 52