Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 30, 2022

The resiliency of these educators is to be commended as they navigated the daily challenges of policy changes, students coming and leaving, the caring for themselves and their children. Grading policies are being reviewed and modified to reflect student learning accurately. Technology is providing access and engaging students.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 12, 2022

Years ago, I took the lead in writing a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policy for my school site, which was later adopted by my district. It worked until our site eventually became one of the first sites to roll out a one-to-one policy with Chromebooks.

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Edsurge

MARCH 3, 2020

spike in coronavirus cases, which currently numbers around 118 cases in 16 states , is leaving the edtech conference industry with an existential (if not quite Shakespearean) question at the start of its busy events season: to host or not to host? education or edtech event organizer has canceled or postponed their upcoming conferences.

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 23, 2019

In 2018 alone, 122 incidents affected 119 public K–12 education agencies , a rate of about one new publicly reported incident every three days of the calendar year, according to The K–12 Cybersecurity Resource Center , which researches education, technology and public policy issues. But students also may contribute to the problem. .

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Edsurge

JUNE 14, 2022

version of the platform and shared a screenshot on Twitter. Users who follow Meta’s monetization policies can offer paid live events, allowing them to offer things like cooking classes or fundraisers. Either way, Meta’s possible entrance into the market plays into a long-standing fear of big tech in the edtech industry.

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter In Part 1 of “ Why Every School Needs and AI Policy Right Now ,” I shared the empirical evidence about Artificial Intelligence and how it is impacting our world and schools. Art Classes Beware. Student Reading Assignments.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 12, 2018

There are very few studies being done on the overall effectiveness of edtech interventions,” The Tech Edvocate reports. SIGN UP: Get more news from the EdTech newsletter in your inbox every two weeks! For those looking to adopt some of these policies, there are plenty of options available to help put a spotlight on these areas.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

In my last post, I wrote about using Twitter for classroom instruction. Entering the third year of the pandemic, we see students marching out from schools in frustration with the inconsistent policies and the lack of voice in decisions affecting their education.

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Doug Levin

SEPTEMBER 4, 2017

Two news stories this week have turned my attention (again) to the issue of conflict of interest in education, technology, and public policy. Otherwise, here’s what caught my eye this past week – news, tools, and reports about education, public policy, technology, and innovation – including a little bit about why. and Marion L.

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Tom Murray

JANUARY 12, 2016

With the new year now upon us, listed below are six edtech resolutions for 2016. Commit to Student Privacy and Clearly Articulate Policies to Stakeholders. For more content like this, follow Samsung on Insights , EDU Twitter , EDU LinkedIn , YouTube and SlideShare. Commit to Ensuring Equity in Access and Opportunity.

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Tom Murray

JUNE 27, 2016

In a report entitled, “ Technology in Education: Global Trends, Universe Spend and Market Outlook , “ FutureSource consulting projected that edtech spending worldwide will hit $19 billion dollars by 2018, up from $13 billion when measured in 2013. Insights , EDU Twitter , EDU LinkedIn , YouTube and SlideShare.

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Shake Up Learning

MAY 8, 2017

The post The Educational Hashtag and Twitter Chat Database appeared first on Shake Up Learning. Over the last few months, I’ve been collecting information about educational hashtags and related Twitter chats to create a searchable and filterable database. ( edtech… Click To Tweet. See: Copyright Policy.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 19, 2017

Every week, some policy maker, some legislative vote or confirmation hearing is trending on Twitter and Facebook. But Jeanne Allen, founder of the Center for Education Reform has been closely monitoring and evaluating education policy for over 30 years. Jeanne Allen speaking at NY Edtech Week. She is no rookie.

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ProfHacker

NOVEMBER 1, 2017

For instance, it is filled with advertisements and there is no statement about how the advertisers impacted or influenced the study – but we know that they sponsored it, and they are edtech companies and commercial publishers, and therefore not uninterested parties. We have taken issue with other reports for similar issues.

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 25, 2019

MORE FROM EDTECH: 3 cybersecurity threats K–12 schools should watch out for in 2019. At CDW, we recommend that schools separate systems and users based on their roles and use policies, restrict connections only to known systems and devices, and establish methods to determine if a device is out of compliance. by Eric Kellenberger.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

MORE FROM EDTECH: Check out how schools are training students to be the next batch of cybersecurity professionals! The knowledge gained during these tests points out weaknesses that could be exploited by a real hacker and provides a roadmap for security remediation,” says Mike Chapple in a recent EdTech article. . by Wendy Jones.

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Edsurge

MAY 26, 2019

But the reality is that there are not enough people with this background in the edtech industry. The journey into the edtech industry is different for everyone. Engage Edtech Employees in Extended Learning We call the program Freshman Seminar. (Sorry, simply being a former student doesn’t count.) Not a bad idea, right?)

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

EdTech spoke with KnowBe4 security awareness advocate Erich Kron to find out more about how smaller institutions and K–12 schools can keep these attackers at bay and limit their own vulnerability. . MORE FROM EDTECH: Check out some of the tactics K–12 schools use to protect themselves against phishing scams!

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EdTech Magazine

MARCH 4, 2019

Sam Houston Independent School District , told EdTech. “A MORE–FROM–EDTECH: See how Google Classroom and Microsoft Teams can benefit K–12 classrooms. MORE–FROM–EDTECH: Learn how K–12 schools can get started with blended learning initiatives. A tool like the application hub will be a welcome addition.”. by Eli Zimmerman.

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Doug Levin

SEPTEMBER 11, 2017

Otherwise, here’s what caught my eye this past week – news, tools, and reports about education, public policy, technology, and innovation – including a little bit about why. A Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News (2017 Week 36 Edition). Twitter not your thing? Strong opinions may be weakly held. Like what you’ve read? .

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Doug Levin

SEPTEMBER 11, 2017

Otherwise, here’s what caught my eye this past week – news, tools, and reports about education, public policy, technology, and innovation – including a little bit about why. A Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News (2017 Week 36 Edition). Twitter not your thing? Strong opinions may be weakly held. Like what you’ve read? .

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

As students return to another school-year impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, a new report sheds light on how state education agencies and policy-makers are adapting to an increasingly digital, post-pandemic world. Many states report a disparity between edtech priorities and their activities.

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EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 17, 2018

As a matter of policy, IT staff should be integrally involved in all purchases of connected technology from the very beginning. Similarly, board members and administrators must empower IT staff to set and enforce security policies in educational institutions they serve. . Establish Strong Security Policies and Procedures.

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Follow @EdTech_K12 on Twitter for continued TCEA 2019 coverage. K–12 Data Privacy Policies Must Catch Up to Technology Use. The problem, Abshire said, is that data applications are evolving faster than policy. . Amy is managing editor of EdTech Magazine: Focus on Higher Education. by Amy Burroughs.

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Doug Levin

AUGUST 20, 2017

(Mostly) back from my August hiatus, I’m pleased to offer up the next edition of A Thinking Person’s Guide to EdTech News. Otherwise, here’s what caught my eye this past week – news, tools, and reports about education, public policy, technology, and innovation – including a little bit about why.

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2018

MORE FROM EDTECH: See how schools can optimize their pc deployment with Windows Autopilot. Group Policy folder redirection and OneDrive for Business Known Folder Migration can guarantee safety. K–12 IT teams will need to plan carefully and choose the proper tools when switching their schools to Windows 10. by Russell Smith.

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Doug Levin

SEPTEMBER 4, 2017

Two news stories this week have turned my attention (again) to the issue of conflict of interest in education, technology, and public policy. Otherwise, here’s what caught my eye this past week – news, tools, and reports about education, public policy, technology, and innovation – including a little bit about why. and Marion L.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

MORE FROM EDTECH: Check out where teachers can turn to fund personalized learning initiatives! The number of states with policies in place to promote and facilitate competency-based systems has grown from just a handful in 2004 to 43 states in 2018. Follower her on Twitter at @wendymcmahon. by Wendy McMahon.

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 19, 2018

MORE FROM EDTECH: Check out five tips for moving to Windows 10. Admins can prevent users from adding or removing Live Tiles to the Start screen by enabling the Prevent Users From Customizing Their Start Screen Group Policy setting under User Configuration > Administrative Templates > Start Menu and Task Bar. . by Russell Smith.

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 11, 2018

Edtech spoke with Leila Nuland, managing research director for K-12 at Hanover research to discuss some of the trends surrounding computer science in K–12 and how to overcome issues of accessibility and underrepresentation in certain populations. EDTECH: What interest have you seen from educators on including computer science in curricula?

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 24, 2023

The 2023 eSchool News K-12 Hero Awards honors educators for their exemplary use of innovative edtech to support student learning. He is co-director of the Utah Teacher Fellows, a non-partisan nonprofit that engages with state education leaders and policy makers to elevate educators and the teaching profession.

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The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 1, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Are you an educator troubled by the looming question of how AI will impact writing instruction? You're the one who got me on Twitter. Look no further. And this human intelligence is more important. Known you forever. You know, what is ethical?

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 22, 2019

MORE FROM EDTECH: Check out three ways to configure windows 10 for a distraction–free experience. Schools can also block Flash entirely using Group Policy. . MORE FROM EDTECH: Here are five steps for K–12 schools making the switch to Windows 10. Target Vulnerabilities to Restructure Security Strategy. by Russell Smith.

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Educational Technology Guy

SEPTEMBER 19, 2012

Click on any of the elements below to learn more and to access relevant articles, news items and resources: Leadership Policy Curriculum and Assessment Funding Infrastructure Professional Development Results Tech & Learning is a great, free, resource for educators also. Follow me on Twitter and Google+.

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Follow @EdTech_K12 on Twitter for continued TCEA 2019 coverage! The organization doesn’t routinely measure or enforce compliance with security policies. MORE FROM EDTECH: Three ways K–12 schools can improve their cybersecurity in 2019. Make the Case for K–12 Cybersecurity with Visual Tools.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 16, 2017

Data’s influence on modern education is immense; it drives policies, impacts funding—it even affects decisions about which tools and services edtech companies create for educators. And when it comes to helping edtech entrepreneurs understand those educators, Amy Rambo believes she has just the data that can help.

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 18, 2019

MORE FROM EDTECH: Check out how mobile devices are proving to have a positive impact on K–12 learning. MORE FROM EDTECH: See how K–12 schools can get started with blended learning. Each of those groups could have different permissions and policies , all set up and configured before the devices are distributed. Display : 13.3-inch

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