Digital Promise

MAY 19, 2021

As Digital Promise team members who have researched and supported teachers’ use of educational technology, we want to recognize and celebrate your successes. After taking some time to reflect on your learnings, you’ll be ready to create a plan to sustain your technology practice in the school year to come.

Technology 292

Technology Software Digital Learning Assessment 292

A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 7, 2024

It intertwines innovative teaching practices, cutting-edge technologies, and a culture of inclusivity into the very fabric of districts and schools. School district leaders must also be adaptable and able to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of education, including new technologies and pedagogical approaches.

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System Education Outcomes Strategy 366

Digital Promise

OCTOBER 24, 2019

Department of Education’s Office of Educational Technology to develop and share the 2020 National Educational Technology Plan. The National Education Technology Plan (NETP) is the flagship educational technology policy document for the United States. Senior Policy Advisor. NETP Project Director.

Technology 152

Technology Education Policies Conference 152

More Verbs

FEBRUARY 22, 2016

The Learning Through Technology Team at the Maine Department of Education is looking for a high energy, entrepreneurial-thinking, collaborative educator who would like to work with us. We currently have one opening for a Regional Education Representative: Digital Learning Specialist (and anticipate two more in the coming months).

Technology 150

Technology Digital Badges OER Learning 150

edWeb.net

AUGUST 4, 2023

Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast During the edLeader Panel “ Inclusive Technology: Breaking Barriers and Empowering Learners ,” prominent education leaders emphasized the critical role of integrating inclusive technology systems within schools. Department of Education’s Office of Special Education Programs.

Technology 86

Technology Assistive Technology LMS System 86

edWeb.net

JANUARY 5, 2021

She recommends starting with the extent of equity and inclusion in the current environment, and then identifying which policies and practices can ensure an equitable and inclusive environment throughout the district, including the administrative, finance, and human resources departments. Aligning Policies. LISTEN TO THE PODCAST.

Policies 61

Policies Data Professional Learning Analysis 61

eSchool News

JUNE 19, 2023

AI’s rapid pace of development in recent months offers exciting applications for the classroom, but the unprecedented technology also demands deliberation as the implications are vast. TeachAI will bring critical voices across education, policy, and technology to develop a practical framework for teaching with AI and teaching about AI.

Khan Academy 98

Khan Academy EdTech Secondary Classroom 98

eSchool News

MARCH 21, 2024

One that affirms and celebrates their identities and helps them learn about and understand others? Today’s technology presents us with answers. has rapidly grown over the last three decades, technology has advanced even faster. Technology can also assist in solving the issue of the limited number of languages available.

EdTech 121

EdTech Education Policies Assessment 121

MIND Research Institute

DECEMBER 8, 2020

MIND Research Institute is a proud partner of the State Educational Technology Directors Association (SETDA) and the Education Commission of the States (ECS) – two of the most prominent and important venues for edtech policy discussion. Hundreds of state commissioners and edtech policy leaders joined the ECS Live!

Policies 52

Policies EdTech Industry Guidelines 52

Edsurge

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Identity-Affirming Professional Learning Networks Overwhelmingly, the 80 Asian American K-12 educators we spoke with described the critical role that identity-affirming and supportive professional community played in their lives. impacts the everyday lives of students and educators.

Education 171

Education Policies Professional Learning Conference 171

Edsurge

DECEMBER 13, 2023

The Need for AI Literacy in Education The rapidly evolving space of artificial intelligence (AI) requires school and district leaders to make sense of how emerging technology applications, including those that use generative AI (Gen AI), are being integrated into schools and districts across the United States.

Education 158

Education Learning Secondary System 158

Edsurge

JANUARY 25, 2021

Even in the face of current challenges, many schools and districts are using this moment to design new approaches that will shape learning far into the future. As 2021 kicks off and we set our resolutions for the new year, we pledge our organizations’ continued efforts to respond to educators’ professional learning needs.

Analysis 187

Analysis Education Digital Divide Policies 187

Waterford

APRIL 15, 2024

Mitigate bias through accountability AI technologies, like any tool, are not neutral. This can be mitigated by assembling diverse teams of developers, data scientists, and subject matter experts from various cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Utilizing diverse perspectives can help identify and address biases in the dataset collection process.

Classroom 202

Classroom Differentiated Instruction Outcomes Data 202

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

In an era where technology and digital platforms are integral to our everyday lives, the role of digital citizenship is ever more critical. Beyond the digital citizenship competencies , ISTE provides a variety of resources aimed at helping educators prepare students to use technology safely, ethically and effectively.

Digital Citizenship 167

Digital Citizenship Trends Technology Policies 167

EdTech Magazine

JULY 12, 2018

The market for educational technology solutions is massive, with numerous gadgets and programs to choose from. . A pervasive issue among K–12 districts is administrators going for the newest products without much knowledge of what problems those technologies address and whether they actually work. eli.zimmerman_9856.

Outcomes 402

Outcomes Survey EdTech Game-Based Learning 402

Tom Murray

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

How can schools and districts systemically create a vision of teaching and learning that’s personal, authentic, relevant, and harnesses the power of technology? FRS) , is helping thousands of schools create these types of learning experiences for kids. Personalized Professional Learning.

Future Ready 279

Future Ready Classroom Student Data Privacy Professional Learning 279

eSchool News

MARCH 20, 2024

Now they ask teachers to check the tool’s data privacy policy and age requirements when making a request, so they have a better understanding of why a tool is—or isn’t—a good fit. Funds they have come to rely on for staffing and technology will end in September if not allotted. (If Lately, though, the district has flipped the script.

EdTech 114

EdTech Assessment Policies Data 114

edWeb.net

JULY 26, 2021

Culatta, Chief Executive Officer of International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE); and Dr. Michael T. Learning Transformation. Dr. Rabbitt identified several long-standing challenges that could be met through improved access to digital technologies and more effective use of them.

Technology 62

Technology Education Professional Learning Outcomes 62

Edsurge

MAY 11, 2023

Educators around the world are shifting into learning and organizing mode in response to the release of ChatGPT and other new AI chatbots that have brought a mix of excitement and panic to education. Learn more about EdSurge ethics and policies here and supporters here.);

Khan Academy 178

Khan Academy Education Coursera Policies 178

eSchool News

OCTOBER 18, 2023

As technology continues to reshape education, ensuring the safety and security of students’ data and school networks has never been more crucial. state and territorial educational technology and digital learning leaders. About SETDA SETDA is the principal association representing U.S.

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Resources Microsoft Advocacy OER 86

techlearning

JUNE 25, 2018

A year ago, Crayola®, the brand that inspires creativity in education, made a commitment to expand its role in education by introducing its comprehensive professional learning program for educators, creatED Professional Learning. Pilot school districts from across the U.S. Easton, PA.

Professional Learning 40

Professional Learning Classroom Learning Facebook 40

Dangerously Irrelevant

JANUARY 18, 2020

The number of students who use technology appropriately in school or the number of students who don’t? And so on… Seems like we should be making instructional, policy, and resourcing decisions based on our answers to these types of questions, right? Which is bigger? Which is bigger? Which is bigger?

Adaptive Learning 362

Adaptive Learning Software Course Policies 362

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

How can you leverage AI to improve teaching and learning? Whenever possible, schools should integrate these conversations into professional learning opportunities and staff meetings so educators can engage with one another and collaboratively develop an action plan. How can you empower your students for success in an AI world?

Education 127

Education Professional Learning Social Media Microsoft 127

The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 14, 2019

Whether you want to follow education technology, special education, math, or just teaching best practices , SmartBrief has an email newsletter for you. She speaks and writes about the future of education and helps educators rethink the learning spaces of today. SmartBrief Keeping up with the news is challenging.

STEM 280

STEM Accessibility Classroom Company 280

Tom Murray

APRIL 22, 2016

Department of Education released the 2016 National Education Technology Plan (NETP). First released in 1996 and updated every five years since, the NETP is the flagship educational technology policy document for the United States. ConnectED Fellow, Zac Chase , from the U.S.

Future Ready 100

Future Ready Technology Equity of Access Education 100

Graphite Blog

JUNE 10, 2015

In our recent Essential Elements for Digital Learning community webinar, "From Policy to Practice: Is Your Leadership Moving Your School Forward or Backward," Senior Director of Learning Solutions Jeff Mao explored leadership at multiple levels and from multiple perspectives.

Policies 40

Policies Laptops Digital Learning Professional Learning 40

Edsurge

OCTOBER 4, 2023

The first two principles focused on how to ensure that the AI tool not only fits with existing technology and workflows but equips students for their futures. Get support with professional development, curricula and educator communities. Read the first article here. Navigate the ethics of generative AI in education.

Adobe 132

Adobe Khan Academy Tools How To 132

Edsurge

MAY 10, 2023

Professional learning and development are critical to the satisfaction of teachers as they improve their teaching skills and help them stay current with new developments in education. When teachers feel supported and have opportunities to learn and grow professionally, they are more likely to feel satisfied in their jobs.

Professional Learning 136

Professional Learning Outcomes Training Study 136

Dangerously Irrelevant

JULY 16, 2020

As coronavirus cases continue to increase across the country, numerous school districts are reluctantly announcing that they will be doing ‘remote learning’ again this fall. Although we had the summer to prepare for this eventuality, unfortunately we have instead seen a lot of magical thinking from educational leaders and policy makers. .

Online Learning 364

Online Learning System Policies Video 364

Edthena

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Effective support for new teachers includes effective coaching, high-quality professional development, and emotional support. Tech-powered professional learning helps build skills for self-reflection and increases sense of efficacy. High-Quality Professional Development. For every new teacher, the stakes are high.

Strategy 64

Strategy Professional Learning Policies Report 64

edWeb.net

OCTOBER 30, 2023

According to Larry Cocco, Senior Professional Learning Consultant at edWeb.net, it really is a form of “machine learning based on training,” which provides responses based on probability. Learn more about this edWeb broadcast, AI: Embracing the Opportunity , sponsored by Eduscape.

System 99

System Guidelines Professional Learning Training 99

Edsurge

JULY 12, 2019

But if policy leaders and practitioners don’t answer some hard questions in a coherent fashion across the system of teacher development, pursuing this model could just be about throwing good money after bad.” Microcredentials are not “a substitute for the kind of professional learning that every teacher needs,” the paper’s authors write.

Policies 150

Policies Education Professional Learning System 150

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

( Editor’s note : This article is the third in a three-part series about how school systems can build on the progress and leverage the investments they’ve made in technology during the pandemic to achieve true digital transformation. From decades of research, we know what effective teacher development looks like.

Policies 100

Policies System Professional Learning Study 100

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Districts must bring together available resources, activities, national events and tools to create a learning progression that allows students to engage in computing opportunities equitably. Beginning in the fall of 2018, North Salem partnered with Digital Promise to provide professional learning opportunities for teachers in the district.

Competency Based Learning 148

Competency Based Learning Course Professional Learning Policies 148

EdTech Magazine

APRIL 30, 2020

In California, the Saugus Union School District is in the third year of a professional learning community initiative focused on data-driven instruction. Data ensures that insights are accurate and actionable, says Jennifer Bell-Ellwanger, the president of the Data Quality Campaign , a nonprofit advocating for data policy and use. “It

Data 203

Data Outcomes Assessment Software 203

Tom Murray

JANUARY 12, 2016

Commit to Student Privacy and Clearly Articulate Policies to Stakeholders. Districts leading the way in this area have clear privacy policies in place, carefully review terms of service and contract language, have teachers that are educated on their responsibilities, and communicate well with families.

EdTech 189

EdTech Future Ready Social Media Broadband 189

edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Michael Nagler, Superintendent of Mineola Union Free School District (NY), education R&D can benefit society and inclusive innovation helps localize policies. It gives students and communities a chance to provide feedback, which is used to change and improve policies.

Policies 89

Policies Secondary Professional Learning Student Engagement 89