Edsurge

MARCH 18, 2021

With the movement for no-tuition community college gaining momentum in more states and earning top billing in President Biden’s education agenda , experts in college access and affordability advise caution about using that potent four-letter word: f-r-e-e. There’s no free-and-reduced lunch at college.

E-rate 133

E-rate Policies Study Accessibility 133

The Hechinger Report

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

OHDELA gets an F rating from the Ohio Department of Education, receiving failing marks on measures including students’ performance on state tests, academic growth and graduation rates. Gary Miron, an education researcher who co-authored a National Education Policy Center report on for-profit charter schools. Stride Inc.,

E-rate 122

E-rate Pearson Company Report 122

Edsurge

MAY 30, 2018

Gallagher says that past studies show that about five percent of employees take advantage of tuition benefits by companies. Walmart officials say they selected the colleges because of their track records serving working adults and their high graduation rates compared to similar programs by other institutions.

Study 101

Study Pearson E-rate Training 101

EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 30, 2019

Two years ago, Google and the Consortium for School Networking launched a pilot connected school bus program, Rolling Study Halls , after districts voiced interest in helping rural students use their long bus rides effectively toward their education. Currently, E-Rate does not cover connected bus programs.

E-rate 286

E-rate Software Twitter Data 286

Edsurge

APRIL 22, 2020

Study and Share: As more Americans are told to stay home, the FCC should study how broadband networks are faring under the stress of more intensive use and publish these findings daily. We have a sound statutory basis to do so through the E-Rate program. It’s a tall order. This was good, but there’s more that we can do.

Broadband 173

Broadband E-rate Data Accessibility 173

The Hechinger Report

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Before the pandemic, white, Black and Hispanic Americans were enrolling in college at about the same rates, especially when unemployment was high and jobs were hard to find. Asian Americans enrolled in college at much higher rates.) Data sources: Adult population collected by the Annie E. Census Bureau.

Data 104

Data E-rate Report Survey 104

Education Superhighway

AUGUST 15, 2017

Utilizing EducationSuperHighway as a sounding board, AJ and her team created a strong E-rate Form 470, strengthening their positioning for service provider bids. The district was able to enhance their “bring-your-own-device” policy, which will help them save on overall device costs.

Case Study 68

Case Study Study Broadband E-rate 68

Education Superhighway

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

This broadband leader has always had a passion for policy – especially when it came to funding for technology in schools. I was teaching several social studies courses, including one called International Problems. What experiences made you passionate about educational technology? This interview has been edited for clarity.

Policies 49

Policies Technology Advocacy E-rate 49

The Hechinger Report

MARCH 31, 2024

Black students in Ohio are, on average, kicked out of classes for these offenses at four and half times the rate of white students. The Indiana Department of Education said that school discipline policies were set at the local level. Credit: Meredith Kolodner/The Hechinger Report In Toledo, Jamarion, a 10th grader at E.

Report 86

Report Policies Data Training 86

Education Superhighway

AUGUST 15, 2017

Utilizing EducationSuperHighway as a sounding board, AJ and her team created a strong E-rate Form 470, strengthening their positioning for service provider bids. The district was able to enhance their “bring-your-own-device” policy, which will help them save on overall device costs.

Case Study 58

Case Study Study Broadband E-rate 58

Edsurge

AUGUST 4, 2021

Policies issued in July by China’s government restricting the country’s massive tutoring industry may aim to give birth to a new era of education in China, one that eases pressure on kids to excel at all costs and diminishes the power of edtech companies. But as an investor, he wishes the policy didn’t punish entrepreneurs.

EdTech 149

EdTech Company Industry E-rate 149

Neo LMS

JUNE 12, 2018

Streaming in schools is a contentious subject, and there are studies to show that streaming prior to upper secondary school can have a negative effect on both social and academic outcomes, particularly for underprivileged students. Streaming should really only be considered in a high school setting. Exploring the T-Level Action Plan.

E-rate 213

E-rate Robotics Comparison Industry 213

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Studies indicate that certain students, particularly those with scheduling constraints or in remote areas, benefit significantly from the flexibility afforded by online education. Moreover, some studies raise questions about the quality of online instruction, noting disparities in access to technology and teacher training.

Online Learning 52

Online Learning Classroom Learning E-rate 52

Waterford

MAY 11, 2020

The literacy rate in America is marked by a gap between privileged and disadvantaged communities. In a meta-analysis of over 93 studies, educational researchers found that summer school generally provides lasting gains for at-risk students.[4] Studies show that reading six books over the summer can help prevent the summer slide.

How To 294

How To Education E-rate Analysis 294

The Hechinger Report

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

New research from the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies puts these challenges in perspective. This likely explains why a quarter of Black teens reported not being able to do their homework due to a lack of reliable internet access — nearly twice the rate of white teens.

Broadband 86

Broadband E-rate Digital Divide Accessibility 86

The Hechinger Report

FEBRUARY 17, 2020

The Urban Institute researchers calculated graduation rates by race and ethnicity in Virginia and Connecticut and found that white and Asian students graduate at higher rates than black and Latino students at most colleges. Blacks and whites with the same smarts and money ought to be graduating at the same rates, right?

E-rate 91

E-rate Data Policies Report 91

Discovery Education

DECEMBER 13, 2022

And a study by the Annie E. There are many individuals, particularly policy makers, who don’t understand that investment in early education is much more effective—by far—than investment in remediation years later, and usually at a premium. Funding Early Childhood Programs.

E-rate 75

E-rate Data Accessibility Study 75

The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 4, 2019

In their July 14, 2019 article “ Why Teachers Quit ,” We Are Teachers summarizes, “A recent study by the Learning Policy Institute shows that if a teacher receives mentoring, collaboration, and extra resources, and is part of a strong teacher network, first-year turnover is cut by more than half. 25) Learning Policy Institute. (24)

Policies 236

Policies Groups Elementary Study 236

The Hechinger Report

APRIL 18, 2021

They tend to have higher graduation rates, and their alumni networks provide powerful economic and political connections. W]e have progress to make,” University of Mississippi spokesman Rod Guajardo acknowledged in a statement. has one of the highest six-year graduation rates for Black students: 81 percent in 2019.

E-rate 145

E-rate Policies Data Report 145

Doug Levin

AUGUST 28, 2017

Yet, from my vantage point in the education policy arena (in leadership roles, for instance, at the National Association of State Boards of Education and the State Educational Technology Directors Association), the book and prediction drove widespread advocacy for changes in policy and practice. Strong opinions may be weakly held.

EdTech 150

EdTech Tablets Policies E-rate 150

Doug Levin

AUGUST 28, 2017

Yet, from my vantage point in the education policy arena (in leadership roles, for instance, at the National Association of State Boards of Education and the State Educational Technology Directors Association), the book and prediction drove widespread advocacy for changes in policy and practice. Strong opinions may be weakly held.

EdTech 150

EdTech Tablets Policies E-rate 150

edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

During the “ National Coalition for Technology in Education and Training (NCTET) Virtual Post-Inauguration Awards and Policy Panel ,” the presenters discussed the intersection of technology and education and what’s needed to create sustainable, equitable access to a 21st century education. Currently, Amanda serves as President of NCTET.

System 53

System Digital Divide E-rate Education 53

Doug Levin

JULY 24, 2017

.” that by 2019 half of all high school classes will be taught over the internet ; Raised questions about a new study on personalized learning ; Added four new incidents to the K-12 cyber incident map ; and. graduation rates — up to a record 83 percent — and whether it is real or an elaborate scam. I think the latter."

EdTech 150

EdTech E-rate Software Data 150

Tom Murray

FEBRUARY 4, 2017

Many of the organizations, which are listed alphabetically, have free tools, research, case studies, and resources that can seamlessly be utilized and implemented at the district and school levels. NASSP advocates for the support principals need as well as policies and practices to support their leadership in today’s public schools.

Future Ready 100

Future Ready Secondary Advocacy Elementary 100

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

OCTOBER 10, 2022

K received her law degree from the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law at Arizona State University and her PhD in public policy from the University of Texas at Dallas. Udall Professor of Law OPENING KEYNOTE PANEL Rebecca Tsosie is a Regents Professor at the James E. Rogers College of Law at the University of Arizona.

Libraries 85

Libraries Conference Data E-rate 85

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

OCTOBER 4, 2022

K received her law degree from the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law at Arizona State University and her PhD in public policy from the University of Texas at Dallas. Udall Professor of Law OPENING KEYNOTE PANEL Rebecca Tsosie is a Regents Professor at the James E. Rogers College of Law at the University of Arizona.

Libraries 71

Libraries Conference Data E-rate 71

Edsurge

JUNE 22, 2017

Amazon has become one of the most valuable companies in the world—with a current market value of $475 billion —based on its domination of e-commerce (holding an astounding 50 percent share of all online retail sales); its leadership in the cloud computing business ; and the strength of its software algorithms. Earlier this month, M.I.T.

Software 100

Software Trends E-rate Coursera 100

Doug Levin

MARCH 19, 2017

Otherwise, here’s what caught my eye the week of March 13, 2017 – news, tools, and reports about education, public policy, technology, and innovation – including a little bit about why. Studies are always helpful, but this should already be understood. No endorsements; no sponsored content; no apologies for my eclectic tastes.

EdTech 170

EdTech Chromebook Laptops iPad 170

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 17, 2017

Beal’s story is symbolic of a larger trend in underperforming online charter schools, according to a recent report published in the academic journal, Educational Researcher , by Dr. Andrew McEachin, a policy analyst at RAND, and Dr. June Ahn, an associate education professor at New York University. Analyzing data from 1.7

E-rate 73

E-rate Policies Report Analysis 73

Shake Up Learning

JULY 18, 2017

Common Sense Media Rating and Reviews. I have the e-course you have been waiting for! Private Google+ Community and Study Group. This is the e-course you have been waiting for: the course to help you on your journey to becoming a Google for Education Certified Trainer ! See: Copyright Policy. Teachers with Apps.

How To 74

How To E-rate Classroom iPad 74

The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 6, 2023

She has taught English Language Arts, Social Studies, Film, Journalism, and enjoys writing, illustrating, and cooking in her free time. You know, we all remember that teacher that study hall teacher who walked you through your first college application or the social studies teacher who taught you what taxes were and how to file them.

Classroom 425

Classroom Tools Data Twitter 425

edWeb.net

MAY 1, 2019

Similarly, 28 states have policies and guidelines for external connections; 23 have them for internal wireless connections. Many times, the funding is not enough, and schools supplement from outside sources, including the E-Rate program. Included in the new report and accompanying website are case studies of success stories.

Broadband 41

Broadband Accessibility E-rate Mobility 41

The Hechinger Report

MAY 1, 2017

This year’s high school seniors can now use tax returns from the prior year and they have also had three extra months to apply for financial aid for college, thanks to recent changes in federal financial aid policy that have brought some additional time for what remains a complex and confusing application process for families.

E-rate 50

E-rate Policies Comparison Study 50

eSchool News

MARCH 7, 2016

It was the 100-percent response rate from the survey. “We We knew most districts and schools would respond, but a 100-percent response rate shows that technology is a high priority for education leaders throughout the state,” he said. This study provided a much more comprehensive picture of where we are.”.

Digital Learning 40

Digital Learning Assessment E-rate Survey 40

The Hechinger Report

MARCH 26, 2018

Wolcott encouraged Gallin to carefully study his students’ work and look for clues. After the June 2017 Regents, 25 of the 41 students who had repeatedly failed the state exam passed — a rate of 61 percent. A history teacher might ponder what to do about students who are so far behind, they stop studying altogether.

E-rate 108

E-rate Strategy Report Common Core 108

eSchool News

MARCH 29, 2016

The network is funded in part by the E-Rate program and is designed in accordance with the Smart Education Networks by Design (SEND) Initiative through the Consortium of School Networking (CoSN).

E-rate 40

E-rate Broadband Smartphone Mobility 40

NeverEndingSearch

SEPTEMBER 8, 2015

In a nutshell, CIPA requires that schools and libraries receiving E-Rate funding “block or filter Internet access to pictures that are: (a) obscene; (b) child pornography; or (c) harmful to minors (for computers that are accessed by minors).” Establish a digital repository of Internet filtering studies.

E-rate 40

E-rate Digital Citizenship Libraries Social Media 40