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Millions of Students Are Still Without WiFi and Tech—Why Haven’t Policymakers Stepped Up?

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Without clear and concise language, the law became less of a requirement and more of a guideline. COVID-19 may have been hard, but perhaps it can lead to better policy to ensure equity of access to technologies that will remain crucial for all K-12 students.

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SLIDE: data, interactive tools, and an equity wake-up call (Part 1)

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Data Speaks: Addressing Equity of Access to School Librarians for Students. On Facebook and Twitter. Kachel, Debra E. Teacher Librarian 48 (3): 49-52. Kachel, Debra E., and Keith Curry Lance. The Status of State Support of School Library Programs.”

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The SLIDE Study: A chat with Deb Kachel (Part 2)

NeverEndingSearch

In Pennsylvania we have a guideline that suggests one certified librarian per district. We also have evidence here in Pennsylvania, that at least one district claims they meet the staffing guideline because they point to a full-time classroom teacher who just happens to hold a school library certification. Ten states and D.C.

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K-12 Leaders on the Impact of Artificial Intelligence and Generative AI

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The group shared guidelines from the CoSN/AASA EmpowerED Superintendents Initiative, which were created to help school leaders implement policies to address AI/generative AI in schools. Generative AI develops something new based on the question asked or the prompt that is given.

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Future Ready update adds new resources and PD for leaders

eSchool News

The main principles outlined by the plan include equity, active use and collaborative leadership to make learning possible anywhere and at any time. The plan includes guidelines for helping all students, regardless of background or location, stay connected to technology both inside and outside of the classroom.

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Future Ready update adds new resources and PD for leaders

eSchool News

The main principles outlined by the plan include equity, active use and collaborative leadership to make learning possible anywhere and at any time. The plan includes guidelines for helping all students, regardless of background or location, stay connected to technology both inside and outside of the classroom.