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Helping Diverse Communities Create a Relationship with the Maritime Industry

Digital Promise

The first of its kind in Puget Sound, this high school engages students interested in pursuing a career in the maritime industry, the third largest economic driver in the state. The “Silver Tsunami” refers to a significant portion of the maritime workforce preparing to retire in the next decade. It’s literally 96 percent white.

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Eye on Zero Trust: How to Implement Identity and Access Management in K–12 Schools

EdTech Magazine

In an industry where many end users are minors, K–12 CTOs and IT directors rarely refer to zero trust. “Zero trust really comes down to: Are you who you say you are, and are you where you are supposed to be?” says Gary Lackey, director of cybersecurity at Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District in Baytown, Texas.

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The Edtech Industry Has An Oversaturation Problem

Edsurge

There are always new products coming out in the edtech landscape, but somehow a couple software platforms monopolize the industry and are used by teachers everywhere, leaving smaller companies and edtech startups facing an uphill battle. For the time being, though, marketers in the industry need to chill.

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How to Do a Smooth Transition in Your Career Change

EdTech4Beginners

Not everyone remains in the same industry for their entire life. Still others see promising opportunities for professional advancement or higher earnings in other industries. Still others see promising opportunities for professional advancement or higher earnings in other industries.

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Mastering Photo Editing: A High School Student’s Ultimate Guide to a Creative Career

Ask a Tech Teacher

Composition refers to how elements are arranged within a frame. Seek Feedback: Use these platforms to get constructive feedback and make connections in the industry. Step 4: Commit to Continuous Learning Stay Updated with Trends and Tools: Explore new photo editing software updates and industry trends regularly.

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Collaborative edtech tools are changing the game for student engagement

eSchool News

The projected growth of the edtech industry to $605.8 But I’m not referring to Google Classroom, Microsoft Teams, quizzes, or virtual breakout rooms. Student engagement refers to learners’ level of involvement, motivation, and commitment. billion by 2027 is a testament to that. Let’s see how. What is student engagement?

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GitHub?s New Education Bundle Equips Students With Industry-Standard Coding Tools

Edsurge

Our mission is to help developers learn to code with the real-world tools of industry.” This announcement could “help GitHub and Microsoft own an industry-standard tool for the next generation of developers,” he adds. Used by more than 28 million developers and 1.5