Doug Levin

APRIL 9, 2017

On twitter, I also ponder the trend of tech-savvy teachers increasingly resembling NASCAR drivers, proudly wearing digital uniforms on social media full of sponsored messages as proof of expertise: Why do some in K-12 define #edtech expertise by # of tech company certifications acquired? Strong opinions may be weakly held.

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EdTech E-rate Data Android 191

Digital Promise

JULY 12, 2018

In late April, League educators joined researchers and other leaders in the education industry at the spring 2018 League meeting in Charlotte, NC, to talk about the challenges they face and develop ideas for solutions. Challenge: Edtech Procurement and Adoption | Response: The Educators’ Playground in Rowan-Salisbury Schools.

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Case Study Education EdTech Personalized Learning 210

eSchool News

AUGUST 17, 2022

Silver Spring, MD (Tuesday, August 17, 2022) — Discovery Education —the worldwide edtech leader backed by Clearlake Capital Group, L.P. The United Kingdom-based DoodleLearning’s Math and English Language Arts products create personalized learning experiences that help improve students’ academic achievement and confidence.

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Education EdTech Social Media Company 86

Doug Levin

APRIL 23, 2017

Last week, the “Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News” was on vacation, amongst the tall trees of the northwestern coast, and mostly off the grid. Folks on Reddit and Twitter had some interesting thoughts on the piece. A Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News (2017 Week 16 Edition). That much I agree with.

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EdTech OER E-rate Microsoft 170

eSchool News

AUGUST 31, 2023

Through its high-quality adaptive learning solutions independently proven to accelerate student growth, DreamBox Learning empowers educators with data analytics and content-specific professional development solutions to complement instruction. ® The firm’s core target sectors are technology, consumer, and industrials.

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Education Adaptive Learning Learning Company 89

eSchool News

JULY 13, 2023

In addition, FEV Tutor earned the Research-Based Design Product Certification from Digital Promise and continues to pursue industry-leading product certifications and accolades. It has also been recognized as EdTech Digest’s 2021 Cool Tool for Best Tutoring Solution and as the 2021 Best Tutoring/Test Prep App or Tool by Tech Edvocate.

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Industry Education Assessment STEM 91

Doug Levin

APRIL 23, 2017

Last week, the “Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News” was on vacation, amongst the tall trees of the northwestern coast, and mostly off the grid. Folks on Reddit and Twitter had some interesting thoughts on the piece. A Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News (2017 Week 16 Edition). That much I agree with.

EdTech 150

EdTech OER E-rate Microsoft 150

Doug Levin

MARCH 19, 2017

A Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News (2017 Week 11 Edition). Tagged on: March 17, 2017 Problems with Personalized Learning | dy/dan → Dan Meyer says, "This isn’t good instruction. emailed W-2 forms and employee information to a person posing as the superintendent. Strong opinions may be weakly held.

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Doug Levin

SEPTEMBER 18, 2017

Indeed, dissent by obfuscation is against the spirit of personalized learning and ‘student success’ systems, if not also literally against their terms of service. A Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News (2017 Week 37 Edition). Twitter not your thing? Strong opinions may be weakly held.

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EdTech Software Facebook Data 150

Doug Levin

SEPTEMBER 18, 2017

Indeed, dissent by obfuscation is against the spirit of personalized learning and ‘student success’ systems, if not also literally against their terms of service. A Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News (2017 Week 37 Edition). Twitter not your thing? Strong opinions may be weakly held.

EdTech 150

EdTech Software Facebook Data 150

Doug Levin

APRIL 9, 2017

On twitter, I also ponder the trend of tech-savvy teachers increasingly resembling NASCAR drivers, proudly wearing digital uniforms on social media full of sponsored messages as proof of expertise: Why do some in K-12 define #edtech expertise by # of tech company certifications acquired? Strong opinions may be weakly held.

EdTech 150

EdTech E-rate Data Android 150

Educational Technology Guy

JUNE 22, 2020

And the Covid-19 pandemic has proved that EdTech and eLearning are integral parts of modern academic reality. Stay tuned in Top-quality portals for educators allow instant access to up-to-date information on EdTech trends, new product launches, and innovative teaching methods. Follow me on Twitter and Google+.

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Software Classroom Coursera EdTech 195

EdTech Magazine

JUNE 25, 2018

SIGN UP: Get more news from the EdTech newsletter in your inbox every two weeks! Utah teachers are now not only able to keep tabs on how students develop, but they can better develop personalized learning initiatives. Transfer Student Data Seamlessly Across Academic Careers. Expand Educational Resources to Student Toolkits.

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Competency Based Learning OER Data Comparison 205

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

The Tech Edvocate Award represents the combined opinion of industry insiders, knowledgeable educators, and interested parents,” said Ryan Patenaude, Co-Founder of FEV Tutor. Twelve years ago, FEV Tutor was built by educators with student learning outcomes in mind.

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Tools Advocacy EdTech Industry 55

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

The piece from Natasha Singer examines the murky relationship between edtech developers and the educators who tout their products. That celebrity status can attract edtech companies who want to get a visibility boost. The tactic is not unique to education.

EdTech 70

EdTech Social Media Pearson Company 70

Neo LMS

JANUARY 15, 2019

For many teachers, edtech conferences are a major highlight of the school year and a great opportunity to connect with fellow educators. To offer more personalized learning? It’s OK if your class is not ready for the shiny new trend that pops up on your Twitter feed from time to time. It is time to blend your classroom?

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Conference Gamification Examples LMS 236

EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 7, 2018

billion industry that is expected to continue growing through at least 2021, Marketplace reports. SIGN UP : Get more news from the EdTech newsletter in your inbox every two weeks! School spending on security measures has increased nationwide, creating a $2.7 Couple Classroom Security with the Cloud. by Eli Zimmerman.

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Case Study System Report Industry 174

eSchool News

JULY 12, 2021

And with these new updates, there’s no doubt that it will be an industry leader for years to come.”. About Lexia Learning. Lexia Learning, a Cambium Learning® Group company, is the structured literacy expert. About Cambium Learning Group. For more information, visit www.lexialearning.com.

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Blended Learning Differentiated Instruction Company Learning 52

eSchool News

JULY 20, 2022

Today’s partnership with FEV Tutor adds to Alpine’s growing portfolio of education focused companies, which includes Wilson Language Training and Riverside Insights, and past investments in Perennial EdTech and McKissock Learning. For more information on FEV Tutor, visit www.fevtutor.com or follow on Twitter. About FEV Tutor.

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Company Outcomes Online Learning Training 101

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

SplashLearn , one of the fastest-growing learning programs in the USA, has bagged many prestigious edtech awards such as the Stevie Award for best edtech product, Tabby Award for the best business and the Parents Choice Award, is also backed by prominent investors. Follow SplashLearn on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter.

Digital Learning 52

Digital Learning EdTech Learning Game-Based Learning 52

eSchool News

DECEMBER 16, 2021

The Supes’ Choice Awards are the only industry awards judged exclusively by school district superintendents. “We In addition to the 2021 Supes’ Choice Award, the company has also won the EdTech Digest’s Cool Tool 2021 Award for Best Tutoring Solution and the 2021 Tech Edvocate Award winner for Best Tutoring/Test Prep App or Tool. “At

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Outcomes Industry Company Data 52

eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Key points: Current education trends point to personalization and accessibility Keeping up with current trends in education is essential for educators Learn more about K-12 Tech Innovation News In the dynamic landscape of K-12 education, several trends are shaping the way students learn and educators teach.

Trends 52

Trends Education Robotics Blended Learning 52

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

We’re thrilled to join with Francisco Partners to support the continued expansion of the business as educators increasingly leverage technology to provide students with personalized learning solutions.”. Follow Blackstone on Twitter @Blackstone. Further information is available at www.blackstone.com. About Francisco Partners.

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Company Assessment Software Differentiated Instruction 55

techlearning

APRIL 25, 2018

Each course includes videos at the start of each lesson to demonstrate how the mathematical concept relates to real life, interactive practice and review to provide students with immediate feedback, and extra enrichment activities for students who want to learn more. To learn more about Stride, visit fueleducation.com/stride.

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Adaptive Learning Instructional Materials Course Blended Learning 40

Tech Helpful

JANUARY 24, 2016

Mainly because the edtech educator in me needed to see if it was algorithm driven. AND WHAT DOES THIS HAVE TO DO WITH AN EDTECH BLOG POST? At our school we are using a LMS called Edify and it has the ability to suggest to a student relevant learning aids (videos, etc) after taking an assessment. BUT, I had to try it.

EdTech 40

EdTech Data LMS Personalized Learning 40

Kyle Pace

NOVEMBER 19, 2015

This article is a guest post cross-posted at Edsurge for their “Fifty States Project: Stories from the 2015-2015 Edtech Classroom” The flood of edtech tools that teachers are presented with has been staggering over the last several years, and continues to be this way. What Educators Should Do. Experiment.

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How To Classroom EdTech Company 53

Kyle Pace

NOVEMBER 19, 2015

This article is a guest post cross-posted at Edsurge for their “Fifty States Project: Stories from the 2015-2015 Edtech Classroom” The flood of edtech tools that teachers are presented with has been staggering over the last several years, and continues to be this way. What Educators Should Do. Experiment.

How To 40

How To Classroom EdTech Company 40

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

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Pearson MOOC Company Software 145

techlearning

APRIL 25, 2018

Unfortunately, what may be next is the same as all the other tech industries: an over reliance on the big 5 (Apple, Google, Microsoft, Facebook, Amazon) Well, what is Imagine K12, and why do they have to do with education? Read his blog at bigguyinabowtie.com and follow him on Twitter @bigguyinabowtie.

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Blendspace Educreations Company Microsoft 40

Hack Education

FEBRUARY 16, 2018

” There’s more on Department of Education efforts to help the for-profit higher ed industry in the for-profit higher ed section below. Related, via Wired : “ Pro-Gun Russian Bots Flood Twitter After Parkland Shooting.” ” It’s boom times for the “regret industry.” ” Testing.

Education 49

Education Robotics Company OER 49

Hack Education

SEPTEMBER 15, 2017

” Ref Rodriguez, like most of the current members of the LAUSD school board, has strong financial backing from the charter school industry. ” According to WCET , “Developing Effective Courses Using Adaptive Learning Begins with Proper Alignment.” Via The LA Times : “ L.A. ” asks Mark Guzdial.

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Education ProctorU Company Report 51

Hack Education

OCTOBER 6, 2017

The Huffington Post filed Twitter’s response to Ivanka Trump ’s announcement under “comedy.” ” Via EdScoop : “ USC launches edtech research center focused on underrepresented youth.” “ Is Homework Compatible With Personalized Learning? 2 Post at Ed. ” asks Edsurge.

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Education Robotics Company MOOC 49

Hack Education

APRIL 20, 2018

” From the ASU website : “Panelists discuss future of personalized learning.” ” Via EdScoop : “Edtech and industry leaders say they’re stuck if they can’t scale.” ” ( A good thread on Twitter in response.). Upgrades and Downgrades.

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Education Pearson Edmentum lynda.com 43

Hack Education

JULY 21, 2017

Via The San Francisco Chronicle : “ Dev Bootcamp couldn’t tough out industry shakeout.” ” “ Personalized learning ” equals cutting the teacher workforce in Oklahoma. Edsurge on “Bridging the School-to-Business Gap: What Public Schools Can Learn From Industry.”

Education 46

Education LMS Robotics E-rate 46

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Trying to break into the field, she got an internship at M5 industries with Jamie Hyneman. She did it with My eCoach as early as 1999 — way before there was Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, or Pinterest. In June 2010, Chris was named as one of the “30 Most Influential People in EdTech” by Technology & Learning Magazine.

Learning 48

Learning Conference Social Media Secondary 48

Hack Education

DECEMBER 10, 2017

A hacked school Twitter account in Florida. EdTech Strategies’ Doug Levin launched a new project in 2017 – “ The K–12 Cyber Incident Map ” – that visualizes the breaches, ransomware attacks, DDOS attacks, phishing attacks, and so on that have been reported at US public schools. .“

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Data Education Software Social Media 78

21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

JULY 20, 2017

Before reading, please take a moment to subscribe by email or RSS, and also give me a follow… on Twitter at mjgormans. A big shout out to EdTech Magazine for recognizing this blog on its 2017 Honor Roll. As always, I invite you to follow me on twitter ( mjgormans ). Mike Gorman ( [link] / ). Quick Notes.

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Technology Support Khan Academy Technology OER 112