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Evaluating and Informing EdTechInvestments through ActionableInsights in Virginia Beach

Lightspeed Systems

However, it can also turn learning environments into the digital wild west, where teachers and students can venture into new, uncharted territories with digital learning apps that may not be effective or aligned with district curriculum or student data privacy policies.

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Students Are Online Like Never Before. What Does That Mean for Their Privacy?

Edsurge

For both groups, 76 percent support increased levels of online learning even after students return to school full time. Candidly, this was not something we expected to see,” said Elizabeth Laird, senior fellow on student privacy at the CDT, during an online event with education reporters.

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The Impact of Technology on Education

eSchool News

In recent years, K-12 tech innovation news has made it clear that educational technology has become an integral part of classrooms, influencing teaching methodologies, student interactions, and the overall educational landscape. Interactive and Engaging Learning: The integration of technology has made learning more interactive and engaging.

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Coronavirus FAQ: Everything Schools and Companies Need and Want to Know

Edsurge

Over the past weeks, readers have asked us many questions about the impact of the coronavirus on education in many different areas, from admissions to advice for young children, from salaries to student privacy and whether school closures actually work. The Case For Shutting Schools Down Instead of Moving Classes Online.

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Hero Awards finalists: 18 schools and educators dedicated to learning

eSchool News

The district’s ability to quickly and efficiently supply devices to students, ensure remote access, and provide educational resources is a model other districts can follow. When the pandemic started, Upchurch knew this would permanently change how students learn. Nominee: District 49 Nominated by: LearnPlatform.

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Teacher-Student Digital Communication Makes for Good Learning

edWeb.net

Now, two-thirds of students report that they are regularly texting to communicate with their teachers. Teachers find that students are more likely to text questions than pose them in class. School websites provide students with updates on school events and classroom news. Remote Interaction: What Is Required.

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16 Great NonProfits Working to Support EdTech in Schools

Tom Murray

When I got connected on social media, my lens grew and I became aware of more organizations, as well as some of their supporting tools and resources. This post is the first of a short series meant to highlight the great work of many nonprofit organizations that are working diligently to support studentslearning on a daily basis.