EdTech Update

What do Parents Ask About Technology in Education?

Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Here are tips to help you protect your child while they’re online: Use Parental Control Software: Consider using parental control software or built-in parental control features on devices and platforms. Balancing supervision and trust is a common concern. Discuss the potential consequences of irresponsible behavior.

Technology

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Discovery Education Enhances K-12 Platform with New Games, Interactives, Career Resources, and More to Nurture Student Curiosity

EdNews Daily

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Global EdTech leader Discovery Education announced the addition of new games, interactives, career resources and more to its award-winning K-12 learning platform, Discovery Education Experience. This new content nurtures student curiosity and supports educators’ efforts to engage all learners more deeply in instruction.

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Digital Promise Launches New Learning Community of End Users of Learning and Employment Records

Digital Promise

MAY 19, 2022

Preliminary research on the use of Blockcerts , a LER prototype at Georgia Tech, found that students were confused by the platform, frustrated by the unfamiliar terminology, and did not trust that their academic records would be shared safely.

Learning

Learning Guidelines Professional Learning Accessibility

15 questions to ask when evaluating communications platforms

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

It is equally important that families trust the authenticity of the communications. For everyone: Does the tool offer one unified platform for all school-home messaging? Are the platform functions easy to navigate? Switching to a new communications platform must meet a variety of needs across the entire district and community.

Social Media

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Hire People That Will Make You a Better Leader

A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 30, 2023

For innovative change to occur, it requires relinquishing some control and placing trust in others. She created a micro-credential platform well before any companies began to monetize them, pushing our teachers to learn in different ways, regardless of time or place. Receiving feedback can manifest in various ways.

Blended Learning

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Why It Is Important For Teachers To Convert A PDF to Word Document

EdTech4Beginners

JULY 29, 2022

Besides, there are lots of educational platforms that provide learning material teachers can access. Many edutech platforms encourage teachers to be more active, innovative, and productive. However, the learning materials available on those digital platforms are usually provided in PDF forms. Will teachers retype them all?

Adobe

Adobe eBook Tools Accessibility

E-Books and Online Libraries in Modern College Education

Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Libraries have always been a trusted educational sidekick since people started learning stuff. This not only rivals a regular library but also indicates that digital platforms offer a more extensive collection of materials in ways the traditional ones don’t. This turns digital platforms into faster and more convenient hubs.

Libraries

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Data-Driven Instruction for the Real World

Edsurge

AUGUST 22, 2022

Teachers relying on outdated classroom data to inform their instruction is akin to trusting the faded paper map in your glovebox to help you arrive at your destination; even if it gets the job done, it’s likely inefficient and stress-inducing. Fortunately, there are data platforms purpose-built for education.

Data

Data LMS Trends Analysis

4 ways transparent communication builds trust in our district

eSchool News

OCTOBER 10, 2022

One of the best ways to build trust with parents is through transparent communication about what’s happening on campus, the status of all things school-related, and how we’re meeting our students’ needs. None of these platforms “talked” to one another and finding coherence in this disjointed technology was basically impossible.

Social Media

Social Media Accessibility Strategy Meeting

Discovery Education Launches New Digital Citizenship Resources in Partnership with Norton

eSchool News

MARCH 27, 2023

Charlotte, NC – Discovery Education, in partnership with Norton, a leading Cyber Safety brand of Gen , recently launched a new digital citizenship resource center – My Digital Life – on the award-winning Discovery Education K-12 platform. Learn more at Norton.com and GenDigital.com. Discovery Education serves approximately 4.5

Digital Citizenship

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Ozobot Announces New Robot Recycle and Replace Program

eSchool News

MAY 3, 2024

Together with students, educators, and parents around the world, Ozobot has become the #1 most trusted robotics platform in education and continues to empower the next generation of creators to discover new and exciting ways to learn. For more information on Ozobot, please visit ozobot.com.

Robotics

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North Carolina’s Hoke County Schools Launches New Partnership with Discovery Education to Create Modern and Innovative Learning Environments Supporting Science Instruction

eSchool News

JANUARY 5, 2022

Discovery Education is the worldwide edtech leader whose state-of-the-art digital platform supports learning wherever it takes place. . Those resources are: The Discovery Education platform. . Discovery Education Science Techbooks. .

Schoology

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AI-Powered Tools for Teachers: Enhancing Instruction and Supporting Students

EdTech4Beginners

DECEMBER 6, 2023

The ability of AI to analyze vast amounts of data allows for the creation of adaptive learning platforms, tailoring content to individual student needs. Personalized Learning Modules AI-powered tools, such as adaptive learning platforms, are redefining the concept of one-size-fits-all education.

Tools

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Ozobot Launches Self-Service Professional Development Courses

eSchool News

APRIL 17, 2024

Professional Growth: Trusted educational technology practices and solutions enhance pedagogical skills and technical proficiency to stay ahead in the digital education landscape. Easy Integration: Versatile strategies and resources for incorporating Ozobot into various subjects, providing a holistic STEAM learning experience.

Course

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Teens Now Turn to TikTok More Than Google — But Not for Schoolwork

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Translated, it means that the video-based social media platform is biting into the search engine’s popularity. The challenge presented by TikTok, Wilt says, lies in its unique ability to serve up highly personalized content and foster trust between creators and viewers.

Google

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Psychology's Crucial Role in Tech's Evolution

Mark Smithers

MARCH 20, 2024

Gaining public trust in AI requires considering both the machine itself and the humans behind it. Social media platforms should be held accountable for design choices and preventing online harassment to promote better mental health. Psychological insights can help in designing AI systems that are perceived as trustworthy by users.

Social Media

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A holistic approach to security: Trusted Access

Jamf on EdTech

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Because these are all from the same vendor, powered by the same platform, and designed to work together, we can achieve an amazing outcome: Trusted Access. Jamf is uniquely positioned by offering solutions for device management, identity integration workflows and endpoint security.

Accessibility

Accessibility Outcomes

Data Privacy Checklist for Startups: Things to Consider

EdTech4Beginners

AUGUST 6, 2022

When you have a proper data security plan implemented throughout your startup, you can prove to your customer, investors, and other interested parties that their data is safe and that they can trust your startup. Incorporate a consent management platform. Calibrate your privacy policy.

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6 tips for communicating with emergent bilingual families

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

This two-way communication can build trust and support student success. Use a communications platform with automatic translation : Employ a platform that automatically translates texts and emails into the family’s home language, ensuring effective one-on-one communication between parents and educators.

Outcomes

Outcomes Strategy Data Examples

How a Veteran Teacher Used AI Coaching to Evolve Her Practice

Edthena

JANUARY 11, 2024

Why AI Coaching Matters Donna discussed Edthena’s AI Coach platform, which uses artificial intelligence for instructional coaching. The platform provides teachers with on-demand guidance from an AI-based coach as they self-reflect and comment on videos of their teaching. Learn more about the AI Coach platform here.

Professional Learning

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Building Trust is the First Step When Coaching Instructional Coaches

Edthena

MARCH 22, 2023

Before utilizing technology such as video to coach instructional coaches, however, establishing trust is crucial. When any form of professional development is built on a foundation of trust, more meaningful learning can take place. Trust and safety in working relationships are integral to getting and implementing feedback.

Video

Video Professional Learning Technology Strategy

IXL Learning Acquires Dictionary.com and Thesaurus.com

eSchool News

APRIL 1, 2024

The platforms process more than 1.8 In a world brimming with countless words, Dictionary.com is a trusted guide that helps people navigate the English language and express themselves,” said Paul Mishkin, CEO of IXL Learning. “We Dictionary.com’s trusted brand and IXL Learning’s expertise couldn’t be a better match.

IXL Learning

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6 Awesome New Google Classroom Features Teachers Should Know about

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

FEBRUARY 20, 2021

Over the last year, Google Classroom has rapidly evolved into a powerful learning and teaching platform providing the education community with a trusted alternative to the established learning.read more.

Google

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How to Use Edtech to Engage Introverted Learners

Edsurge

AUGUST 26, 2022

Now, as a teacher, Roshan leverages technology to create more equitable and empowering forums for discussion in her classroom—shifting away from a culture that praises the first person to raise their hand to one where every individual has a platform that supports them in making their ideas seen and heard.

EdTech

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4 Critical Characteristics of High-Quality Instructional Content

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

That’s why, in 2019, Discovery Education conducted a comprehensive research study—including a literature review, focus groups, interviews, surveys and an analysis of data usage—across our digital products and platforms. It is essential to educators that digital content is vetted by a trusted source.

Survey

Survey Differentiated Instruction Common Core Student Engagement

QuillBot AI Grammar Checker and Paraphraser

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

OCTOBER 29, 2023

I’ve been a fan and an advocate of their platform long before any formal affiliation. QuillBot is an AI-driven writing platform that is focused on a multitude of writing needs. QuillBot AI Grammar Checker One of the quickest ways to lose your reader’s trust? What Makes QuillBot a Writing Powerhouse? Bad grammar.

Microsoft

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Best Platforms for eBook and Printed Book Distribution

Kitaboo on EdTech

MAY 6, 2024

When it comes to distributing eBooks and printed books, there are several platforms that offer a range of services for authors and publishers. In this post, we’ll explore the best eBook hosting platforms that are well-suited for self-publishing authors and publishers alike. Let’s get exploring! Table of Contents: I.

eBook

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15 edtech startups selected for the inaugural AWS Education Accelerator

eSchool News

JANUARY 25, 2024

Learn about the startups and the problems they aim to solve: Augmental Learning Inc , County of Sussex, DE Augmental provides an AI-powered learning platform that empowers educational content creators by offering next-generation personalized learning, intelligent content creation, and data-driven analytics. Oblio, Inc.

EdTech

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Discovery Education Enhances K-12 Platform with New Games, Interactives, Career Resources, and More to Nurture Student Curiosity

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Charlotte, NC — Global edtech leader Discovery Education today announced the addition of new games, interactives, career resources and more to its award-winning K-12 learning platform, Discove ry Education Experience. Discovery Education serves approximately 4.5 Inspired by the global media company Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc.

Resources

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95 Percent Group Introduces 95 Literacy Intervention System

American Consortium for Equity in Education

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

New digital platform pairs assessment with resources to diagnose skill gaps, group students and assign targeted instruction to move more students from intervention to reading success Today, 95 Percent Group LLC, the trusted source for proven literacy solutions, introduced 95 Keep Reading 95 Percent Group Introduces 95 Literacy Intervention System (..)

Groups

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Frontline Education and Vanco Announce Strategic Partnership

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Vanco is a trusted provider of payment solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of K-12 schools and districts. Adding Vanco’s secure payment processing platform to Frontline’s comprehensive suite of solutions provides K-12 districts nationwide a powerful set of financial and business management capabilities.

Education

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Louisiana Public Broadcasting Renews Long-Term Partnership Supporting the Design and Delivery of Engaging Learning Experiences in Classrooms Statewide

eSchool News

MAY 11, 2022

Discovery Education , the worldwide edtech leader whose state-of-the-art digital platform supports learning wherever it takes place. . Through its nearly two-decade long partnership with Discovery Education, LPB has offered educators and students a host of digital resources including Discovery Education’s flexible K-12 platform.

Schoology

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How to Drive Student Success With Creative Generative AI Tools in the Classroom: Part 1

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

What’s more, at a time when student engagement is more important than ever, creative AI tools can serve as powerful platforms for active, student-directed learning, motivating young learners to showcase their individuality and unique perspectives. Of course, like with all new technology in education, the promise is coupled with uncertainty.

Adobe

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Driving Innovation, Discovery Education Reaches New Heights in New Hampshire Classrooms

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

CONCORD, NH —  The New Hampshire Department of Education and Discovery Education are thrilled to announce that Granite State educators, students and families have reached one million engagements on the Discovery Education digital platform – helping to support learners statewide. Discovery Education serves approximately 4.5 Discovery, Inc.

Classroom

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How Can the Metaverse Transform Learning?

Edsurge

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Experiential learning is enhanced , offering a safe platform for hands-on activities like science experiments. She turned to ViewSonic’s 3D immersive platform UNIVERSE with her online graduate students in Indonesia and later tried it with the Connected Learning project team in Iceland. I trusted him, and I even learned to code.

Learning

Learning Gamification Outcomes Technology

ParentSquare’s New Buyer’s Guide Helps Districts Effectively Evaluate K-12 School-Home Communication Platforms

American Consortium for Equity in Education

MARCH 13, 2023

“Selecting a K-12 Communications Platform” guide includes a checklist of criteria and addresses common communication challenges that educators encounter when trying to engage student families Building trust between home and school is a critical component of a healthy school culture Keep Reading ParentSquare’s New Buyer’s Guide Helps Districts Effectively (..)

Education

Education Industry

Districts, Schools, and Educators Nationwide Honored as the Inaugural Winners of the Discovery Education Awards

eSchool News

MAY 9, 2024

Discovery Education partners with districts, states, and trusted organizations to empower teachers with leading edtech solutions that support the success of all learners. Discovery Education serves approximately 4.5 million educators and 45 million students worldwide, and its resources are accessed in over 100 countries and territories.

Education

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Navigating DRM Protected eBooks: A Comprehensive Guide

Kitaboo on EdTech

APRIL 24, 2024

Strategies for Navigating Through DRM Challenges Multi-Platform eBook Readers Library Backup DRM Free Alternatives Advocate for a Positive Change VI. License Acquisition Various quality DRM solutions like KITABOO require users to obtain a license and register with the platform to access their DRM-protected eBooks.

eBook

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Secure network access led to successful learning initiatives for this eSN Hero Awards winner

eSchool News

OCTOBER 25, 2022

As Network Analyst at Austin ISD, Daniel Olivas led the implementation of an identity-centric zero trust security strategy that ensured this access was not only user-friendly, but secure.

Accessibility

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How Online Learning Research Can Improve Remote Instruction

Edsurge

MAY 13, 2020

There’s nothing wrong with formal professional development, especially if it’s meted out in manageable, bite-sized chunks, adds Torrey Trust, an associate professor of learning technology at the University of Massachusetts Amherst who has studied professional learning networks and social media.

Online Learning

Online Learning Learning Social Media Guidelines

How Strong School Finance Management Translates into Better Educational Outcomes

Hubbli

AUGUST 14, 2023

Transparency: Clear financial reporting and oversight foster accountability, build trust, and facilitate informed decision-making. By investing in cutting-edge technology such as digital classrooms, online learning platforms, assistive technology, etc.,

Outcomes

Outcomes Assistive Technology Education Training

ReadSpeaker Announces Text-to-Speech Integration and Certified Partnership with Moodle, the World’s Largest Learning Platform

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

ReadSpeaker , the most trusted, independent digital voice and text-to-speech provider for educational institutions and innovative brands worldwide today announced that it is now a Certified Integration Partner with the world’s largest learning platform, Moodle.

Moodle

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GiveCampus Will Support Cryptocurrency Donations to Schools

eSchool News

APRIL 20, 2021

GiveCampus will become the first and only educational fundraising platform to process cryptocurrency donations. With this new capability, GiveCampus will become the only fundraising platform enabling cryptocurrency donations for schools, just as it is the only platform to offer a Venmo and PayPal integration built for educational donors.

Software

Software Accessibility Data Meeting

Arkansas’ LISA Academy Renews Partnership with Global Edtech Leader Supporting Student Success

eSchool News

AUGUST 10, 2023

Discovery Education is the global edtech leader whose state-of-the-art digital platform supports instruction wherever it takes place.  These resources, sourced from trusted partners, are aligned to state and national standards and help educators bring the outside world into teaching and learning every day.  Discovery, Inc.

EdTech

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What do Parents Ask About Technology in Education?

Discovery Education Enhances K-12 Platform with New Games, Interactives, Career Resources, and More to Nurture Student Curiosity

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