Digital Promise

AUGUST 13, 2019

When it comes to education technology (edtech), school leaders and developers alike want to provide the best tools—ones that truly make a difference. To identify effective digital learning tools, we have to know what kind of impact we are looking for. A tool that does not fit the learner is unlikely to support learning.

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eSchool News

APRIL 18, 2024

The survey asked educators who either manage or use technology about the use and benefits of education technology in their schools. Educators were asked about the challenges they encounter and whether more funding or training or another support would improve the effectiveness of education technology.

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EdTech4Beginners

JULY 21, 2023

The Edtech industry is worth over $340 billion , and its value will keep rising as digital learning becomes even more common. Owning a successful Edtech website means learning optimization tactics that can help increase web visibility and create opportunities for revenue generation. What Do the Best Edtech Websites Have in Common?

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Digital Promise

MARCH 31, 2020

Moving instruction online and preparing teachers to use technology in their teaching is a massive undertaking. As district leaders look for ways to minimize disruption to children’s learning, edtech coaches can be great assets. Edtech coaches are familiar with your teachers’ and students’ tech skills.

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Digital Promise

JULY 13, 2021

How might districts find edtech to support learning? As students and teachers return to school this fall, they will be using more technology than ever before. A study conducted in 2017 and published in June 2021 investigated how five school districts from Digital Promise’s League of Innovative Schools made edtech purchasing decisions.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JULY 31, 2022

Education technology has good uses, but as we’ve moved through the pandemic, sometimes it may have been mis-implemented or implemented without teacher PD. Today’s guest, Al Kingsley, has worked with edtech for over thirty years. He shares observations on where education technology is and where it is going in the future.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 18, 2023

a math teacher and instructional coach at Brashier Middle College Charter High School in Simpsonville, South Carolina, has more than two decades of experience and spends a lot of time thinking about edtech. I need to reiterate with my teachers that the tech tool itself isn't the be all, end all,” Ballard said. Amy Ballard, Ph.D.,

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Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

Most people don’t consider education technology to be such an important industry, but it’s actually gigantic. According to the report, the EdTech industry will reach a global value of $252 billion by 2020. 5 New EdTech tools to watch. What is the difference between the two technologies? Let’s take a look!

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

When the federal government released its revised edtech plan last month, it was laying down its hope for a future that delivers on effective instruction for students. January’s update was published alongside guidance concerning the use of technology for helping students with disabilities. To some, the update was overdue.

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Neo LMS

JULY 27, 2021

With the help of technology, schools are able to maintain the channels of communication open and this was more so seen during online schooling. Schools have recognized the benefits of nurturing a partnership with students’ families and are constantly looking for tech solutions to support their cause, such as: Video conferencing tools.

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 21, 2020

The educational technology landscape is rapidly evolving. Over the past few years, school districts have witnessed changes ranging from an influx in emerging technologies such as virtual reality to a greater emphasis on data security amid increasing cyberthreats. But many schools still struggle to adapt.

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EdTech Magazine

MARCH 29, 2022

While previous reports found that remote learning resulted in learning disruptions in K–12, it turns out that the quality of technology students have access to plays a significant role in online learning outcomes.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 15, 2022

While the connection between teachers and their students remains key, the right set of tools can link students to more options and turn the average K–12 classroom into a launch pad for a bright future. They believe technology can be a key tool for learning that helps students develop critical skills for the future.

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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. However, 57% of respondents report that their states provide very little funding for school cybersecurity efforts.

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EdTech4Beginners

OCTOBER 26, 2022

The US faces an alarming talent shortage, and educational technology (EdTech) could be one of the solutions that could reverse the trend. Chamber of Commerce reports that there are already 10.1 Fortunately, employers can leverage accessible solutions, such as EdTech. Enhances the efficiency of teachers.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

To help adult learners, edtech tools should be designed for their needs and goals, support them in virtually communicating with instructors and classmates and offer them a smooth mobile experience, according to a new report published on behalf of the U.S. Many online classes and tools suffer from low student retention.

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EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 18, 2023

A report by PowerSchool notes that 32 percent of teachers surveyed say that they struggle to integrate new edtech tools into the classroom. We spoke with educators at ISTELive 23, one of the biggest edtech conferences in the country, where educators met in Philadelphia for hundreds of professional development opportunities.

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Digital Promise

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Here is where the reach, flexibility, and familiarity of educational technology (edtech) can be leveraged. Among the many potential benefits of edtech use in SEL is cultivating students’ agency in their own learning experiences. There is a ton of research, but very few tools that enable [personalized learning] to come to life.

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EdTech Magazine

MAY 18, 2023

According to PowerSchool’s 2022 Education Focus Report, 46 percent of educators say that juggling multiple digital tools was one of their top challenges. This concern is reflected in another data point from the same report: In a given month, teachers accessed an average of 148…

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Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Here is Part 2 of his discussion on technology’s place in education: Part II Technology is Here to Stay: A Conversation with Teachers. In my previous post, I wrote about the permanency of technology in the instructional setting for educators. Purposeful selection of technology tools and platforms has become key.

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Edsurge

JUNE 3, 2022

Over the past decade, global investment in edtech has soared to new heights. The urgent need to educate children at home created by COVID-19 lockdowns turbocharged already existing momentum, and analysts now expect edtech expenditure to reach an eye-watering $300 billion globally this year.

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eSchool News

MARCH 21, 2024

Today’s technology presents us with answers. Thanks to computer-driven translation, AI, and advanced classroom tools, we stand to put every student on a path to success with the English language and beyond. Where edtech steps in While the student population speaking languages other than English within the U.S. In fact, 21.6

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eSchool News

MARCH 20, 2024

Key points: Very soon, districts must closely examine the edtech they use and compare it with budget realities How to ensure edtech ROI? she was often tasked with letting teachers know why a potential new tool wasn’t approved for use. Lately, though, the district has flipped the script. And Union County is far from alone.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 15, 2020

If you miss the level of engagement and presence in your physical classes, then you will love using the three tools below. These tools allow multiple ways for all students to participate, are amazing assessment tools, and require no registration for students. These tools also offer free registration for teachers.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

Blending in Technology Boosts K–12 Instruction. Technology is an ideal vehicle for teachers to better blend classroom instruction with learning opportunities occuring outside of the traditional school day — and outside of the brick-and-mortar school building. . 3 Education Technologies Improve Blended Learning Initiatives.

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EdTech4Beginners

JANUARY 28, 2018

The EdTech industry continues to grow with new products. These edtech products are available to educators and school administrators. Here’s a complete list of must-try Edtech Resources and Technology Tools for Teachers: BOOK CREATOR. Turn any page on the internet into a lesson with the Insert Learning tool.

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Neo LMS

OCTOBER 19, 2021

They are a valuable teaching tool regardless of age or level of comprehension. 4 Digital tools for creating animated videos for students. Here are four digital tools that I recommend for creating animated videos: Moovly. Moovly is considered to be one of the best educational animation tools. Toontastic 3D.

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Edsurge

APRIL 18, 2022

This will take many forms, from institutions evolving their operations to students optimizing their learning with technology to caregivers connecting directly with their children’s education through edtech services. Data is abundant and the key to today’s edtech solutions Data is critical to unlock the potential of edtech solutions.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

As we wave farewell to 2023 , we’re looking ahead to edtech trends in 2024 with optimism for education as a whole. In 2023, a new popular kid in town, better known as AI, dominated headlines and prompted debates around how students could abuse–and should use–the generative tool for learning. Today, over 2.9

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

I had the chance for a sneak peek and some background insight with Julia Fallon, Executive Director of SETDA (The State Educational Technology Directors Association), to discuss key findings of the survey data. However, a staggering 42% of respondents reported inadequate funding and support for cybersecurity needs, signaling a critical gap.

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Neo LMS

DECEMBER 5, 2019

Technology has transformed the world. In the realm of education, devices and e-learning technologies enable students with special needs to take greater ownership of their learning experience. This is how e-learning technology tools improve the special education sector when educators integrate them into the classroom.

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Digital Promise

JULY 16, 2019

Access to technology for all students is a major goal for many schools, companies, and organizations—yet access is only part of the equation. Once an educational technology (edtech) tool is in a school, the hard work is just beginning due to a number of potential hurdles and challenges that leadership and educators need to overcome.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

How Technology Can Improve Digital Citizenship in K–12. As technology is further integrated into the classroom, digital citizenship is an essential skill all students need to possess. . MORE FROM EDTECH: See how digital literacy programs prepare students for a tech-enabled future. eli.zimmerman_9856. Fri, 09/13/2019 - 12:12.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 14, 2023

As an educator in the digital age, I’ve often found myself exploring the diverse landscape of EdTech tools, each promising to revolutionize the way we approach learning and teaching. An efficient grading tool can streamline the grading process, provide comprehensive feedback, and encourage positive learning outcomes.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

I had the chance for a sneak peek and background conversation with Julia Fallon, Executive Director of SETDA (The State Educational Technology Directors Association), to discuss key findings of the survey data. However, a staggering 42% of respondents reported inadequate funding and support for cybersecurity needs, signaling a critical gap.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

While diverse edtech products promise innovation, they simultaneously pose challenges. Educators, learners, instructional technology coaches, and IT/edtech staff are grappling with the complexities of managing an ever-expanding arsenal of disconnected digital tools.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

All in this Edtech Reports Recap. But there’s still a ways to go to hit the FCC’s “longer-term” target of 1 Mbps, which was to kick in by now, for taking advantage of bandwidth-hungry edtech apps. The report is based on existing research plus 18 interviews with stakeholders. That Broadband Gap Bar?

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